Enjoy a multitude of live events with Des Moines Civic Center tickets. Venues like Des Moines Civic Center, are great for hosting various events whether it be a sports game or a concert. Event centers were initially created to serve thousands of guests for sports but evolved to incorporate events like holiday shows, concerts, and other events into their schedules.

Some featured performances that have been held at event centers have included Disney on Ice performances, monster truck shows, concerts by singers like Celina Dion or Beyonce, and more. Iconic event center venues include those like the Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, Mo., or the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. The Target Center hosted the biggest production in its history when the Rockettes were featured in 2008’s Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Watch from the stands as your favorite team plays or have the time of your life with friends at a concert like no other with Des Moines Civic Center tickets from TicketSmarter.

Des Moines Civic Center Event Tickets

The Des Moines Civic Center opened on June 10, 1979, to replace the KRNT Theater and welcomed its first audience with a performance from the Des Moines Ballet. Since its opening, the venue has become the cultural center in Des Moines for concerts, lectures, plays, comedy shows and Broadway musicals.

The Des Moines Civic Center ticket office is located at 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309, in the city’s downtown neighborhood. It is operated by the Des Moines Performing Arts, which also oversees the Temple Theater.

Fans return to the Des Moines Civic Center each year for the Willis Broadway Series, which brings hit Broadway musicals like Hamilton, The Band’s Visit and Les Misérables to the stage. Des Moines Civic Center tickets are a hot commodity in the city.

Des Moines Civic Center Seating Chart

The Des Moines Civic Center has a massive eight-section tiered seating theater. The venue holds the capacity to seat 2,744 and gives the perfect view of the stage for any event. The seating is great for large school and community groups. Find the best Des Moines Civic Center tickets by using our dynamic venue map above and secure the best seat today.

Des Moines Civic Center Schedule

Finding event tickets is made easy when you buy them from TicketSmarter. The packed schedule encompasses concerts, musicals and ballet performances. Some of the popular productions include The Masked Singer Live and Hadestown. Fans of the symphony will also see a lot of performances of their liking listed on the calendar. The Des Moines Civic Center has something for everyone to enjoy.

Use the schedule above to find all of the best events playing this year and easily secure your tickets. Don’t miss out on this season’s biggest events.

How much are Des Moines Civic Center tickets?

Ticket prices will fluctuate depending on the event and where your seats are located. On average, the cost to attend a live event at Des Moines Civic Center is $255.34. Seats located in the back of the venue are always the cheapest option and can cost as low as $13.91 a ticket. Premium seating with unobstructed views of the event can go for as high as $9278.07 for a seat near the action.

How many events are coming to Des Moines Civic Center?

Des Moines Civic Center has 51 exciting live events scheduled.

Who is playing at Des Moines Civic Center?

Some Like it Hot and Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls are scheduled to come to the Des Moines Civic Center.

Some Like it Hot Des Moines Civic Center tickets March 22nd, 2025 at 2:00pm

TicketSmarter has 0 Some Like it Hot tickets listed from $0 - $0. The average ticket price to attend this event is $0.

Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls Des Moines Civic Center tickets August 20th, 2025 at 7:30pm

A ticket to this thrilling live event averages at $239.73, but range between $111.60 - $1011.31. Secure your place to this event today because there are only 309 Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls tickets still listed for this event.

What time does Des Moines Civic Center open?

The Des Moines Civic Center doors usually open 45 minutes before the event on March 22nd, 2025 at 2:00pm. Guests should arrive at the venue 30 - 60 minutes early to find parking near the venue.

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