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Des Moines
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A photo gallery shows past St. Patrick’s Day parades in downtown Des Moines — from 2013 to 2022 — that highlight the city's Irish spirit and lasting traditions. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Greg Neal, who survived conversion therapy as a teen in Texas, now serves at Grace United Methodist Church in Des Moines and is married to his partner Kade; his tale was told on Feb. 10 in the Tell It Like It Is: Iowa Storytellers Project (Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation). The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tornado sirens were tested in the metro area on Saturday, Mar. 7 as part of routine checks by emergency management (no severe weather threat was reported) and residents are advised to follow local media for updates. The Des Moines Register
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
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Des Moines Big Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Noce — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of lively big band music in a top-rated venue.
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
10:15-10:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively storytime with music, movement, and rhymes perfect for young children.
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The Weary Ramblers Concert
5:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ingersoll — Tickets starting at $178 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of The Weary Ramblers in a vibrant Des Moines venue.
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Conjunto Rienda Real & La Pocima Norteña Concert
9 PM-12 AM — Val Air Ballroom — General Admission $70-80 — Experience an electrifying night of live regional music with top artists in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Demon Slayer Escape Room Adventure
6:30-7:15 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Enter the world of Demon Slayer and test your wits against demons in this exciting escape room challenge.
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St. Patrick's Day Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $30 for 2-tops, $60 for 4-tops — Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with comedian Ryan O'Flanagan and plenty of laughs.
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Twilight Zone Unscripted
7-10 p.m. — Temple Theater — Book tickets now — Experience a live interactive performance inspired by the iconic sci-fi series.
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Twilight Zone Unscripted
7 PM – 1 AM — Temple Theater — Tickets available — Experience the unpredictable thrills of Twilight Zone Unscripted live.
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Purple Piano with Marshall Charloff
7:30-9 p.m. — The Ingersoll Tap — Tickets starting at $136 — Experience a captivating performance by Marshall Charloff in a lively atmosphere.
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Twilight Zone Unscripted
2-5 p.m. — Temple Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an interactive performance inspired by the iconic series in a vibrant live setting.
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