2025
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Mon13Jan2025
CIBS Membership Meeting
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Mon10Feb2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - Dewey Cantrell
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Fri14Feb2025Sat15Feb2025
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Mon10Mar2025
CIBS Membership Meeting
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Fri14Mar2025
Mike Morgan & the Crawl
7:00PMLefty’s Live Music - 2307 University Ave, DM
Doors at 6PM / Show at 7PM – $20 – Dallas-based, Mike Morgan and The Crawl’s fiery stage shows draw rave reviews from critics and leave fans open-mouthed in amazement. A healthy dose of hard driving Texas blues, a touch of Southern soul, and a splash of old-fashioned roots rock. www.mikemorganandthecrawl.com
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Sun30Mar2025
2025 Iowa Blues Hall of Fame Induction Celebration
5:00pmThe River Center - 340 SW 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
The Iowa Blues Hall of Fame is proud to announce the induction of four exceptional musicians: vocalist and guitarist Eddie Bowles (posthumous), bassist and vocalist John Resch, drummer and vocalist Turk E. Krause, and guitarist, singer, and bandleader Scott Long. These talented individuals have all made significant contributions to the rich heritage of blues music in Iowa and beyond.
4:30 – VIP Doors Open
5:00 – General Admin Doors OpenGENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS HERE
For VIP tickets please contact one of the IBHOF Co-chairs listed below.
Bryan Church – 515-577-7749
Terry Cole – 515-971-6664
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Mon14Apr2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - Scott Eggleston
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Mon12May2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - The Blue Two
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Sun25May2025
2025 SpringFest
2:00 PMThe Cellar Winery - 2183 320th St, Madrid, IA
FREE! Family Friendly! FUN! Come celebrate great music in a perfect setting at the Cellar Winery, Memorial Day Weekend–Sunday, May 25 at the Cellar Winery (2183 320th St, Madrid, IA). Admission is FREE! All ages are welcome. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. Food trucks will be on-site but you’re welcome to bring your own picnic! *NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL ALLOWED
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Mon09Jun2025
CIBS Membership Meeting
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Sun22Jun2025
Wayne Baker Brooks
Doors at 5PM / Show at 6PMxBk LIVE - 1159 24th St, Des Moines
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Sun29Jun2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMDes Moines Public Library – Central – 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Heath Alan – Building A Blues Song
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Sat12Jul2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMWest Des Moines Public Library – 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
Bob Pace – Student Harmonica
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Mon14Jul2025
CIBS Membership Meeting
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Sat19Jul2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMDes Moines Public Library – Forest Ave. – 1326 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA
Tina Haase-Findlay & Rob Lumbard
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Mon11Aug2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - Heath Alan
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Fri22Aug2025
Chris Cain & The Soul Searchers
The Cellar Winery - 2183 320th St, Madrid, IA
Central Iowa Blues Society and The Cellar Winery present a very special Friday show with Alligator Records artist CHRIS CAIN and special opening band The Soul Searchers! FREE… don’t miss this one! All ages outdoor show. In case of inclement weather, the show will be held indoors. We have a limited number of tables and chairs, so we encourage you to bring chairs and blankets.
You may bring your own food, all alcoholic drinks must be purchased from our tasting room. Absolutely NO outside alcohol is allowed to be brought onto our property, per State of Iowa Law. We have wine, local craft and domestic beer, mixed drinks, pop and water. Limited food will be available for purchase. Dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed, well mannered and their owners clean up after them.
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Mon08Sep2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - Hot Off the Grill
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Tue09Sep2025
Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones - FREE SHOW!
5PMThe Cellar Winery - 2183 320th St, Madrid, IA
REAL DEAL ROCKIN’ RHYTHM & BLUES – NO COVER!
Central Iowa Blues Society and The Cellar Winery present another very special FREE SHOW with DOUG DEMING & THE JEWEL TONES – Doug Deming is an American blues and roots guitarist/vocalist, born and raised in the Detroit area, currently residing on the Gulf coast of Florida. Doug is the 2013 recipient of the Blues Blast Music Awards’ Sean Costello Rising Star Award. Drawing influence from greats like T-Bone Walker, Charlie Christian and Robert Jr. Lockwood, Doug’s traditional taste and style are evident in his original music, with three recordings of primarily original tunes to his credit. Throughout his 20+ year career Doug has enjoyed touring and recording with many top blues artists, including Kim Wilson, Gary Primich, Lazy Lester, Alberta Adams, AC Reed and Johnny “Yard Dog” Jones to name a few; as well as with his own band featuring various artists such as Greg “Fingers” Taylor, Terry Hanck, Steve Guyger and Dennis Gruenling. Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones play traditional blues, West Coast and Texas swing, and early 50s roots rock. This is real deal rocking’ rhythm & blues! www.dougdeming.com
All ages outdoor show. We have a limited number of tables and chairs, so we encourage you to bring your own chairs and blankets.
You may bring your own food, all alcoholic drinks must be purchased from our tasting room. Absolutely NO outside alcohol is allowed to be brought onto our property, per State of Iowa Law. We have wine, local craft and domestic beer, mixed drinks, pop and water. We will have Murphy’s Fresh Made Tenderloins available for purchase.In case of inclement weather, the show will be held indoors. Dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed, well mannered and their owners clean up after them.
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Sat20Sep2025
Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones
5PMThe Cellar Winery - 2183 320th St, Madrid, IA
REAL DEAL ROCKIN’ RHYTHM & BLUES – NO COVER!Central Iowa Blues Society and The Cellar Winery present another very special FREE SHOW with DOUG DEMING & THE JEWEL TONES – Doug Deming is an American blues and roots guitarist/vocalist, born and raised in the Detroit area, currently residing on the Gulf coast of Florida. Doug is the 2013 recipient of the Blues Blast Music Awards’ Sean Costello Rising Star Award. Drawing influence from greats like T-Bone Walker, Charlie Christian and Robert Jr. Lockwood, Doug’s traditional taste and style are evident in his original music, with three recordings of primarily original tunes to his credit. Throughout his 20+ year career Doug has enjoyed touring and recording with many top blues artists, including Kim Wilson, Gary Primich, Lazy Lester, Alberta Adams, AC Reed and Johnny “Yard Dog” Jones to name a few; as well as with his own band featuring various artists such as Greg “Fingers” Taylor, Terry Hanck, Steve Guyger and Dennis Gruenling. Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones play traditional blues, West Coast and Texas swing, and early 50s roots rock. This is real deal rocking’ rhythm & blues! www.dougdeming.com
All ages outdoor show. We have a limited number of tables and chairs, so we encourage you to bring your own chairs and blankets.
You may bring your own food, all alcoholic drinks must be purchased from our tasting room. Absolutely NO outside alcohol is allowed to be brought onto our property, per State of Iowa Law. We have wine, local craft and domestic beer, mixed drinks, pop and water. We will have Murphy’s Fresh Made Tenderloins available for purchase.In case of inclement weather, the show will be held indoors. Dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed, well mannered and their owners clean up after them.
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Sat27Sep2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMDes Moines Public Library – Forest Ave. – 1326 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA
Tom Buckmiller – History Of The Blues
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Sun05Oct2025
2025 Iowa Blues Challenge
1:00pmLefty’s Live Music - 2307 University Ave, DM
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Sat11Oct2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMWest Des Moines Public Library – 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
Matt Woods – Delta Guitar
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Mon13Oct2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - James Biehn
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
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Sun26Oct2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMDes Moines Public Library – Central – 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Matt Woods – Delta Guitar
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Sun26Oct2025
CIBS MEMBERSHIP APPRECIATION PARTY!
6PMxBk Live - 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA
Membership Appreciation Party featuring John Nemeth & the Blue Dreamers! FREE for all CIBS Member / $25 for non-members. Doors at 5PM / Show at 6PM
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Sat01Nov2025
Crossroads: A Journey With the Blues
2:00 PMDes Moines Public Library – Forest Ave. – 1326 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA
Bob Pace – Student Harmonica
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Wed05Nov2025
BluesME Fundraiser
5:30-7:30PMMiddlebrook Mercantile - 4125 Cumming Ave, Cumming, IA
BluesME Fundraiser Guest Bartender Night and Silent Auction!
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Sun09Nov2025
Halfway to Hall of Fame
5:00PMxBk Live - 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA
Halfway to the Hall of Fame event featuring an ALL-STAR IBHOF BAND LINEUP with Tina Haase-Findlay, JC Anderson, Scotty Hartung, Dartanyan Brown, and Del “Saxman” Jones!The Inductees for the 2026 Iowa Blues Hall of Fame Class will be announced! This will be your first chance to score VIP tickets for the IBHOF Induction Ceremony!
$25 includes Pizza & Show! 5:00 Doors / 5:30 Pizza /6:00 Show
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Mon10Nov2025
CIBS Membership Meeting - Anne & Dave Ducharme-Jones
7:00PMConfluence Brewing Co - 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA
CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting!
