Downtown Des Moines End of Summer Block Party
When
Sat, Oct 3 · 3:00 PM
Where
Hub Spot
Food Truck Events in Des Moines, IA
4
Live events
3
Event types
Weekly
Updated
Des Moines has 4 live food truck events including farmers markets, festivals, and community gatherings. Browse opportunities below.
Event Types in Des Moines
- concert2
- rally1
- sports1
AHL: Rockford IceHogs at Iowa Wild
When
Puck drop TBA
Where
Casey’s Center
Ella Langley - The Dandelion Tour
When
Times TBA
Where
Casey's Center
Chris Tomlin, TobyMac, and Third Day
When
Showtime TBA
Where
Casey's Center
Des Moines context and market information
Des Moines food-truck-event demand is anchored by the Downtown Farmers' Market in the Historic Court District. The Greater Des Moines Partnership says the 2026 season runs Saturdays from May 2 through Oct. 31, 7am-noon (8am-noon in October), across 12 downtown blocks with 305 vendors from 74 cities and 42 Iowa counties. The official market page lists fresh produce, meat, cheese, eggs, baked goods, plants, flowers, artisan packaged foods, handmade goods, and ready-to-eat meals, making it the first recurring market for mobile food vendors to verify. Around the metro, Catch Des Moines also tracks suburban farmers markets in places like Altoona, Johnston, Ankeny, and other nearby communities, so vendors should confirm the organizer, food category, insurance, power, and load-in details for each listing before planning a setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Downtown Des Moines Farmers' Market run?
The Greater Des Moines Partnership lists the 2026 Saturday season from May 2 through Oct. 31 in the Historic Court District. Hours are 7am-noon for most of the season and 8am-noon in October.
What kinds of food vendors appear at the Des Moines market?
The official market page lists produce, Iowa-raised meat, cheese, eggs, baked goods, artisan packaged foods, handmade goods, and ready-to-eat prepared food. StreetLegal treats exact vendor lineup names as source-dependent, so vendors should verify the current vendor list before relying on a category.
How do vendors apply for Des Moines market opportunities?
The Downtown Farmers' Market uses Marketspread for vendor applications and scheduling. Its 2026 vendor page says 2026 applications are closed, points 2027 prospects to an interest form, and lists Elizabeth Weyers, Downtown Farmers' Market Manager, for vendor questions.
Do food trucks need permits before vending in Des Moines?
Yes. A market acceptance does not replace City of Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa food-safety, fire, commissary, insurance, or event organizer requirements. See our Des Moines Food Truck Permit Guide for the local checklist.
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