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West Des Moines
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pope John Paul II landed at the Des Moines airport on October 4 after receiving a letter from farmer Joe Hayes & 350,000 people attended a service at Living History Farms in Urbandale, marking the largest gathering in Iowa history. He also visited Cumming & the event is remembered as a historic milestone. KCCI
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Panda Bear Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Tickets from $48 — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from Panda Bear in Des Moines.
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Des Moines Symphony Season Debut
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — $20-80 — Experience the triumphant opening of the symphony season with Shostakovich’s Festive Overture and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5.
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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with a new hands-on art activity each week, welcoming all ages and skill levels.
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K-pop Meet-up
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow K-pop fans while trading photocards and enjoying snacks and music.
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Downtown Farmers' Market
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Court District — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods at this vibrant community market.
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Surety Hotel Autumnal Artisan Market
1-5 p.m. — Surety Hotel Solarium and Courtyard — $100 booth fee — Celebrate local art and culture at this vibrant artisan market.
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Brandon Lake Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Casey's Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an uplifting evening with Brandon Lake’s inspiring music.
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Maddox Batson Concert
7-9 PM — Wooly's — $22-$23 — Enjoy last-minute concert tickets for a lively performance by Maddox Batson.
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ValleyFest & Showdown – Northwest Bands Competition
7 a.m.–11 p.m. — Valley Stadium — $15 Adults, $10 Students (K-12) — Experience the largest local marching contest featuring 34 bands from across Iowa.
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