The Setlist: Live Music in Des Moines for Spring 2025
The Setlist is your cheat sheet for must-catch concerts and shows in Greater Des Moines. Go ahead and check, check what’s worthy of an encore.
Greenbelt Music Festival – May 16 & 17
Local music festival, Greenbelt Music Festival in Clive is returning again this spring with a stacked lineup. Enjoy a variety of local and national entertainment, with headliners Greensky Bluegrass and The Devil Makes Three. Enjoy local vendors, games and activities, goats, and more. Tickets start at $89.00, and kids get in free!
Spring Into Summer Concert Series – May 23 & 24
Take a break from the diamond and dive into two epic evenings packed with incredible local talent. Headlining the event are The Pork Tornadoes and Craig Campbell, delivering high-energy performances you won’t want to miss. Plus, enjoy a stellar lineup featuring Damon Dotson, Punching Pandas, Jordan Beem, and Brad Morgan — your favorite Des Moines artists all in one place. Tickets start at $15, grab them here.
Dylan Marlowe – June 5
Nashville’s rising star Dylan Marlowe is coming to The District this June. Best known for his debut album Mid-Twenties Crisis, Marlowe’s music captures the spirit of small-town youth and personal growth. His performance is part of a three-concert summer series, also featuring Kelsey Hart and Tigerlily Gold. Tickets start at $30 for individual shows or $75 for the full series.