DES MOINES, Iowa — School may be back in session — or close to it — but that doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to summer fun.
Whether you've already returned to class or you're holding on to the last breaths of August, Local 5 rounded up five events for you to end your week in style.
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- When: Friday, Aug. 23 and Saturday, Aug. 24, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Where: Western Gateway Park (1205 Locust St., Des Moines)
- Price: Free to attend
Food, music and culture: what more could you want? This year, the World Food and Music Festival will feature 60 vendors, representing food and drinks from 30 different countries.
The weekend-long festival is a perfect opportunity to try a new cuisine or find a new favorite food.
- When: Friday, Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 24, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 25, 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Des Moines Civic Center (221 Walnut St., Des Moines)
- Price: Tickets start at $40
"Moulin Rouge!" might just be the hottest ticket in town. In this musical based on Baz Luhrmann's iconic film, a young composer begins an affair with a courtesan working at a nightclub, the Moulin Rouge.
Billed as "a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom, and — above all — Love," this Tony Award-winning show is a must-see for all.
- When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 3-10 p.m.
- Where: Ingersoll Avenue between 24th Street and 23rd Street
- See map here
- Price: Free to attend
It's a block party like no other this weekend on Ingersoll Avenue. Join community members in celebrating 20 years of Ingersoll Live, featuring live performances, vendors and plenty of food and drink available to purchase.
- When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 7 p.m.
- Where: Hy-Vee Hall (730 4th St., Des Moines)
- Price: $29
Yes, you read that right: Brazil's National Team is coming to Des Moines to face off against the Iowa Demon Hawks in a World Soccer Exhibition Game. Experience the thrill of a global game, right here in the Hawkeye State.
- When: Sunday, Aug. 25, 9-10 a.m.
- Where: Cowles Commons (221 Walnut St., Des Moines)
- Price: Free
Get ready to dance! Des Moines Performing Arts is hosting a free MixxedFit® dance party, combining fitness and "explosive dance moves." Bring some water and get ready to sweat it all out before you start next week.