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KIOA Email: Des Moines Holiday Boutique

The 2024 Des Moines Holiday Boutique is coming to the Iowa Events Center, Nov. 15-17.  Enter now for a chance…

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Get tickets to The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Oct. 22

Contest – Iowa Wild’s Winning Wednesday Text

Enter to win tickets to the Iowa Wild game on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Official rules (.pdf)

KIOA Email: Night Eyes

Night Eyes is back at the Blank Park Zoo, Oct. 17-20 and Oct. 24-27 from 5:30 – 9 pm. Enter now to…

Back to the Future

Get your tickets to Back to the Future: The Musical!

KIOA Email: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Get ready for the Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s performance in Des Moines on Nov. 14 at Wells Fargo Arena! For a limited…

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Limited Time Deal

For this week only, get Trans-Siberian Orchestra tickets for just $49!

KIOA Email: The Emperor

The Des Moines Symphony is back with an excellent line-up of concerts this season! Their season debut, The Emperor, is…

KIOA Email: Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival

Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival is happening in Western Gateway Park, Sept. 21-22. Enter now for your chance to win a pair…

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