The Iowa Craft Brew Festival is Des Moines’ big early-summer tasting day, staged at Water Works Park.
The 16th annual edition takes place on 6 June 2026 at the Lauridsen Amphitheater. The festival details page confirms VIP early entry from 12:00–13:00, followed by general admission from 13:00–16:00, and provides the full venue address.
It’s a great format for visitors: you get a concentrated afternoon of sampling, then plenty of daylight left to explore the city centre, riverside trails or the East Village for dinner and drinks.
Additional Information on Iowa Craft Brew Festival 2026
- Date: 6 June 2026.
- VIP: 12:00–13:00; General admission: 13:00–16:00.
- Venue: Lauridsen Amphitheater, Water Works Park.
