DES MOINES, Iowa — The holidays are quickly approaching and your calendar is probably filling up. Before you head out of town for turkey dinners or a holiday get-away, check out these events around the Des Moines metro taking place this weekend.
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- When: Friday, Nov. 22, 6 p.m.
- Movie starts at 7 p.m.
- Where: Varsity Cinema (1207 25th St., Des Moines)
- Price: $15
Do some vocal warm-ups before joining fellow "Wicked" fans at this pre-movie singalong. Belt your heart out to classic songs such as "Defying Gravity" and "Popular", complete with a live piano accompaniment. Make sure to get there early for cocktails and a craft in the lobby.
- When: Friday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Where: Hall B, Iowa Events Center (730 3rd St., Des Moines)
- Price: Free to attend
If you're missing farmers' market season, you're not alone. Luckily, the Downtown Winter Farmers' Market is here to tide you over until spring rolls around. Find unique holiday gifts, seasonal produce, handcrafted art and more at this indoor shopping experience.
- When: Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23, 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Wells Fargo Arena (233 Center St., Des Moines)
- Price: Tickets start at $18
The Iowa Wolves face the Grand Rapids Gold in two games this weekend. Friday is Mental Health Awareness Night at the arena and will feature a special jersey auction. In addition, a food drive will be taking place at the venue during both games. Fans are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to the drop-off locations at the North and South entrances.
- When: Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Where: Middlebrook Mercantile (4125 Cumming Ave., Cumming)
- Price: Free to attend
Get more of your holiday shopping done at this Sip & Shop event. Enjoy vendors including Ember Market Boutique Trailer, Silver K Farms, Red Thread Upcycles and more. Plus, enjoy a seasonal drink while you're roaming the aisles.
- When: Saturday, Nov. 23, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 24, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
- Where: Franklin Junior High Auditorium (4801 Franklin Ave., Des Moines)
- Price: Tickets start at $30
Enjoy this Christmas classic before you even celebrate Thanksgiving. Performers with the School of Classical Ballet and Dance kick off the holiday season with the story of Clara, her enchanted nutcracker and their battle against the Mouse King.