If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.
House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are house concerts being held in and around the West Des Moines area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.
Churches and non-profit community groups around West Des Moines host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together.
Local vineyards and restaurants and cafes in the area sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.
Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.