Featured Events in Des Moines in January 2025(January Updated)

Mark your calendars for January 25, 2025, and be a part of the Iowa Bike Expo—an unforgettable day filled with excitement, inspiration, and endless possibilities. Whether you’re an avid cyclist, a recreational rider, or just curious about the world of cycling, this is the event you won’t want to miss! Join us at the Iowa Bike Expo and embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and camaraderie. Experience the thrill of the ride and connect with a community that shares your passion. We can’t wait to welcome you to this extraordinary event! Check out vendors like independent bike dealers, local breweries, non-profits, trails and tourism associations, and so many more! Interested in being an exhibitor at the Iowa Bike Expo? You can purchase a booth space here. FREE Indoor Bike Parking. A special thank you to our sponsor: AARP Iowa Find out more information on the Iowa Bike Expo at: https://www.iowabikeexpo.com/ Information Source: Iowa Bicycle Coalition | eventbrite

This event is open to everyone single, embracing all ages and backgrounds in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with no strict ratios - just the opportunity to meet and enjoy each other's company. Please join Smitten Singles for a singles mixer! Meet other singles in a casual environment for the purpose of friendship - or maybe even love. Tickets are $45 ( $30 for Smitten Singles Subscribers) and includes golf putter, golf ball, 18-hole course, the Eventbrite fee, and the event planning fee. All additional at-event expenses are the responsibility of the participants. You can learn more about Smitten Singles, and join our network of singles at smittensingles.com. Follow Smitten Singles on Facebook! To join our network of singles please visit smittensingles.com. Once you have signed up for Smitten Singles membership, you will be able to view a code that will allow you to purchase member tickets to this event. Tickets to this event are non-refundable. By attending this event you agree to abide by the Smitten Terms of Service Smitten relies on our members attending events for which they have purchased a ticket. This ensures that we are able to continue to offer events that attract both members and business partners. The Smitten Code of Conduct requires members to notify us if they are unable to attend an event for which they have reserved a ticket. Questions about this event may be directed to info@thesmittenproject.com. Information Source: Smitten Singles - Des Moines | eventbrite

Our immensely popular Dinner Detective shows are set in the present day. Unlike other murder mystery dinner shows, here you will find no cheesy costumes, no recited campy dialogue and no hokey song and dance. Our performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not. In many instances, guests are seated with the performers and don't even realize it until they die...the performers, that is! Our Detectives proceed to interrogate everyone and find clues as the mystery unfolds. At the end of the night, prizes are awarded to the Top Sleuth who solves the crime. The Dinner Detective performs at The Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown. We offer an amazing murder mystery show paired with a fantastic four-course plated dinner. Coffee and tea are included, and there is a cash-only cash bar available as well. OUR MENU: • Chef's Selection of Hors d' Oeuvres • Field Green Salad • Choice Of Entree: Asiago Encrusted Chicken with Chardonnay Cream Sauce served with Roasted Red Potatoes and Green Bean Almandine, Roast Pork Loin Au Poivre oven-roasted with a creamy Dijon Mustard and Cracked Black Pepper Sauce, served with Roasted Red Potatoes and Green Bean Almandine, OR Eggplant Parmesan w/ Marinara & Spring Vegetables • NY Style Cheesecake Please note, prop guns, loud simulated gunshots, and short lighting blackouts are used as part of the performance. Our show does not have a theme or time period, and our performers are not in costume. You can choose whether or not to participate in the show! Our guests are encouraged but not required to perform or participate. However, since our actors are hidden in the audience, other audience members may interact with and interrogate you on their own. The show takes place all around you! Our actors are seated all around the room, possibly at your table. We also ensure each table gets to see every clue and witness every important scene, so all guests have an equal chance to solve the mystery! The Dinner Detective is a show geared toward adults. We have a strict age limit of 15 years old, due to mild adult content, loud noises, and swearing. Business casual or dressy casual wear is required for our events, unless otherwise specified in the event description! No logo/printed T-shirts, shorts, ballcaps, flip-flops, or torn clothes are permissible. Jeans are acceptable unless otherwise specified in the event description. FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? Yes, there is a minimum age requirement of 15 to attend. What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Valet Parking: $8 (0-4 hours), $15 (4-8 hours), $23 (overnight) What can I bring into the event? Due to hotel policy, no outside food or drink is allowed. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? You can email dmn.info@thedinnerdetective.com with questions. What's the refund policy? Due to our theatrical and venue contracts, we cannot allow for any cancellations once your purchase has been completed. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, please bring your confirmation page along with a valid ID for entry. Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable? Should you need to reschedule and it is at least 7 days before your scheduled event, then a $20 per ticket transfer fee will apply. If the event is within 7 days, all sales are final and no transfers will be allowed. No meal changes within 4 days of show date. Information Source: Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show | eventbrite

Congratulations on your acceptance to Zenith Virtuosi! This festival spans five consecutive Sundays, beginning on January 26th and culminating with a public concert on February 23th at 4pm, all hosted at Drake University’s Harmon Fine Arts Center. For any questions regarding Zenith Virtuosi at Drake University, please contact Dr. Héctor Agüero at hector.aquero@drake.edu. Information Source: Drake University - Fine Arts | eventbrite