Good morning, West Des Moines.

Des Moines officials reported fireworks activity kept crews busy over the Independence Day weekend as police responded to 300 calls & the fire department attended 22 incidents, including two structure fires, while damage to five parks and trails was lower than in 2025.

Beginner Salsa & Bachata 8-Week Course

6:30–7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Ballroom — Registration required — Dive into the vibrant world of Latin dance with a friendly and supportive beginner course.

Sammy Obeid: Dessert in Des Moines

7:30-9 p.m. — The River Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of sharp wit and math-inspired humor with comedian Sammy Obeid.

Western Gateway Outdoor Handmade Show

8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Western Gateway Park — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gems and enjoy a vibrant community gathering in a beautiful park setting.

2026 YES Summer Kitchen Chemistry Camp

Saturdays, Jul 11-25 — Mickle Center Business & Neighborhood Resources — Check event page for pricing — Dive into the exciting world of food science and discovery with hands-on activities and experiments.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus

1-4 p.m. — Merle Hay Mall — Tickets start at $29 — Experience the unforgettable thrills of the Garden Bros Nuclear Circus in Des Moines.

Jinjer Concert at Val Air Ballroom

7-8:30 p.m. — Val Air Ballroom — Tickets from $52 — Experience a night of metal with Jinjer in West Des Moines.

Community Craft Night: Fuse Beads

6:00-7:30 p.m. — North Side Library — Free entry — Drop in to create nostalgic Perler bead designs while enjoying the company of fellow crafters.

National Hot Dog Day Celebration

4-9 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Gourmet specials on hot dogs — Enjoy a night of delicious glizzys and live tunes from The Sheet.

Todd Packer Trivia Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Des Moines Funny Bone — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy and trivia with David Koechner's humorous performance.

Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Iowa Events Center — $125 – $525 — A meaningful gathering for women to grow in faith and connect through workshops and service.