The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand hosts a variety of events throughout the year – from our signature events Ingersoll LIVE! and The Peppermint Trail – to smaller events like the Market at Oak Park, Trick-or-Treat on Ingersoll and Art Week. The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand is proud to partner to work with our local business community host a variety of events that welcome new & returning visitors to experience all our district has to offer.

Signature Events

Ingersoll LIVE! presented by Bankers Trust

Each year, neighbors look forward to this free, family-friendly block party along Ingersoll Avenue!

August 29, 2026

The Peppermint Trail

Enjoy holiday specials at restaurants & retailers, plus visits Santa, trolley rides and ice carving!

December 12, 2026

More Events

Art on The Avenues

Art on The Avenues, a weeklong celebration of local art, creativity, and community returns June 21-26 with free, daily events.

Market at Oak Park

The Market at Oak Park will be returning in 2026 at 3901 Ingersoll from 4-7 PM on June 1 and September 1.

Ingersoll Beggars’ Night

Revive a Des Moines tradition and go trick-or-treating at Ingersoll businesses on October 30, 2026!

Sidewalk Sale

Tandem Brick hosts an annual Sidewalk Sale and invites their neighboring businesses to join the fun! Don’t miss it: May 15-16, 2026.

Small Business Week

Des Moines is celebrating Small Business Week May 3-9, 2026. Support your favorite local Ingersoll businesses!

Bike Month

Ingersoll is the most bike-friendly corridor in the metro thanks to our protected bike lanes. Take a ride in May and don’t miss Rip the Aves on May 31!

Sponsors

Our events wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors!

Want to be a sponsor? Click here to access our 2026 Event Guide for Sponsors.