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Live Music & Entertainment

With live music on two stages and pop-up performances across the Festival site, you never know what you'll discover at the Des Moines Arts Festival.​ Thanks to our great sponsors, entertainment is FREE TO ATTEND! 

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The Festival features two stages - the Main Stage offers an explosive variety of live music from regional and national touring talent. The Roots Stage presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery is a laid-back vibe of Americana and new music. Seating is casual and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. 

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DMAF is no longer accepting submissions for the 2026 festival. Inquiry forms for 2027 will be posted on the website this fall.

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ROOTS STAGE SPONSOR:

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2026 Live Music & Entertainment Lineup

Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors

Friday, June 26

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8:30 - 10:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Esther Rose

Saturday, June 27

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8:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Dickie

Friday, June 26

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6:45 - 8:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Sara Routh

Saturday, June 27

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6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Brian Herrin

Saturday, June 27

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5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Derry & the Dirty Dishes

Sunday June 28

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11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Central Iowa Music Lab

Saturday, June 27

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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Des Moines Playhouse - Legally Blonde

Saturday, June 27

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12:30 - 1:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Phantasia

Sunday June 28

Presented by students from the DMACC Fashion Institute

2:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Letters To Cleo

Saturday, June 27

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8:30 - 10:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Wells Ferrari

Friday, June 26

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8:15 - 9:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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28 Days Later

Friday, June 26

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5:00 - 6:15 p.m.

Main Stage

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Jack Curtis & The Travelers

Saturday, June 27

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5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Main Stage

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Dandelion Stompers

Saturday, June 27

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3:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Author Patrick Bringley

Saturday, June 27

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11:00 a.m.

Central Library

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From Page to Stage: Adult Poetry Out Loud

Saturday, June 27

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1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Children's Storytime: Yee-haw!

Sunday June 28

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11:15 - 11:45 a.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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All-State Art Recognition Ceremony

Sunday June 28

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2:45 - 4:45 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Fastball

Saturday, June 27

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7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Malcolm Wells + The Two Timers

Sunday June 28

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2:45 - 4:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Todd Partridge

Friday, June 26

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5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Jake Schrodt + Taylor King

Friday, June 26

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6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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The Carousel

Saturday, June 27

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2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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Emerging Artists: Teen Poets

Friday, June 26

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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Oak Studio Community Showcase

Saturday, June 27

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3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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A Story & A Song

Sunday June 28

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1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Roots Stage Presented by Cedar Ridge Distillery

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Tyona & Friends Drag Show

Sunday June 28

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1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Main Stage

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