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Upcoming events:

Bonne Finken and Josh Schryver
September 9
Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza
September 10
Wine Tasting
September 11
Salsa Night
September 11
Whimsical Weather
September 11
Ben Taylor
September 11
The Legendary Blues Jam
September 11

Yes, Virginia, there is
life after work.

Here's the good word, we've got 33 Nightlife options to choose from:

A.K. O'Connors
Bar is now open!
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216
Buzzard Billy's website
Temporarily closed due to the floords but find Buzzard Billy's favorites at the Hessen Haus.
100 Court Ave. see map
(515) 280-6060
CC Taft and Company
Enjoy cocktails and live music in an upscale atmosphere!
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 255-5216
Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Co. website
Stop in today to experience our award-winning cuisine, highly quaffable beer in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.
309 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-2739
Dos Rios website
Fine mexican cuisine now in downtown.
316 Court Avenue see map
(515) 282-2995
el Bait Shop website
105 beers on tap and delicious mexican cuisine.
200 S.W. 2nd St. see map
(515) 284-1970
Hessen Haus website
Traditional German food and 20 Authentic German beers on tap.
101 4th St. see map
(515) 288-2520
High Life Lounge
Located close to Principal Park, the bar's deck is a popular pre-game meet-up spot, with Old Style on tap and cans for $2.
200 SW 2nd St. see map
(515) 280-1965
Johnny's Hall of Fame Sports Bar website
Traditional American fare at reasonable prices in a sporty, down home atmosphere.
302 Court Ave. see map
(515) 280-6679
Liars Club website
Des Moines' best party bar incorporating elements of Pub, Rock Bar, Club Energy and Lounge Cool.
216 Court Ave. see map
(515) 237-5427
Nitefall on the River website
Live music every Thursday in June and July at the Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.
Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater see map
People's Court website
Stop by our bar and hear your favorite bands. Purchase tickets at www.iowatix.com.
216 Court Ave. 3rd Floor see map
(515) 255-5216
Raccoon River Brewing website
We offer fresh ingredients with thoughtful preparation enhance your dining experience.
1001 Mulberry St. see map
(515) 362-5222
The Grand Piano Bistro website
Live music and great food. Home of Pianopalooza. Open for lunch and dinner.
506 E. Grand see map
(515) 243-2380
The House of Bricks website
Restaurant/bar featuring the best of Des Moines’ live music scene. Menu includes sandwiches, burgers, and salads.
535 E. Grand Ave. see map
(515) 727-4370
The Lift website
Check our website for our daily martini, wine, and beer specials.
222 Fourth St. see map
(515) 288-3777
The Royal Mile
British pub food, including our signature fish and chips.
210 4th St. see map
(515) 280-3771
Vaudeville Mews website
Bar/cabaret theater with a little bit of everything, including live theater, indie rock, indie film and improv comedy.
212 Fourth St. see map
(515) 243-3270
3XWrestling Entertainment, LLC website
3XWrestling is a locally owned and operated professional wrestling company. Events to be held at inPlay.
615 3rd Street see map
(515) 681-6427
Alive Concert Series website
People's Production presents the Alive Concert Series. Visit our website for the schedule of performers.
Simon Estes Riverfront Ampitheater see map
(515) 255-5216
Beechwood Lounge website

416 E. Walnut see map
(515) 288-2337
Blazing Saddle website
The gay community's choice for a gay bar in Des Moines, Iowa. A place where diversity and tradition blend as one.
416 E. Fifth St. see map
(515) 246-1299
Blues on Grand website
The home of Blues in Des Moines. A unique combination of location, staff, customers and great owners.
1501 Grand Ave. see map
(515) 244-3092
Buddy's Corral
Low-key hangout with better-than-usual style.
418 E. 5th St. see map
(515) 244-7140
Carl's Place
This neighborhood bar is a long-time favorite for locals and all Des Moines residents.
1620 Woodland see map
(515) 243-9727
Chequers Lounge website
Nestled in the Hotel Fort Des Moines lobby, patrons enjoy cocktails, wine, imported and domestic beers.
1000 Walnut see map
(515) 243-1161
Club AM
When the bars close Club AM is the place to find yourself. With a dance floor and live DJ your night can go on and on.
219 East 2nd St. see map
(515) 280-3331
Club Statik
The great feel, good vibes, and fresh beats make Club Statik a great place to grind the night away.
215 East 2nd St. see map
Locust Tap
Neighborhood tavern since 1937.
434 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 243-9399
Monihan's Speakeasy
Located in the Renaissance Savery Hotel, we are open for dinner. Our bar menu features Lite Bites and appetizers.
401 Locust St. see map
(515) 244-2151
Shorty's Bar
Downtown's speakeasy bar in the basement of Sbrocco.
202 Court - Lower Level see map
(515) 286-4950
The Continental
The tapas-style dinner menu includes, red-pepper bruschetta, seafood brie encroute, chicken and chorizo skewers.
428 E. Locust St. see map
(515) 244-5845
The Garden website
Iowa's Gay nightclub.
112 S.E. Fourth see map
243-3965
   
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