Central Iowa Blues Society

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Central Iowa Blues Society CIBS incorporated as a 501(c)3 organization in 1992. We recognize and honor our Iowa blues heritage through the Iowa Blues Hall of Fame program.

Central Iowa Blues Society (CIBS) is a volunteer non-profit arts organization dedicated to the education, preservation and celebration of blues and roots music throughout Iowa. The Central Iowa Blues Society (CIBS) is a volunteer non-profit arts organization dedicated to the education, preservation and celebration of blues and roots music throughout Iowa. CIBS was incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in 1992 by 200 blues lovers who wanted to help to improve the blues scene in central Iowa. We endeavor to increase awareness of and appreciation for blues music by providing a network of association for blues enthusiasts. We celebrate blues performance by promoting numerous concerts throughout the year including the Winter Blues Fest and the Iowa Blues Challenge. We strive to educate and ensure the future of the blues through the Blues Music Education (BluesME) program. Central Iowa Blues Society is a 2016 recipient of The Blues Foundation’s Keeping the Blues Alive Award. The Memphis-based Blues Foundation presents the Keeping the Blues Alive (KBA) Awards to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the Blues around the world each year. They’re other signature events and honors include; the Blues Music Awards, the International Blues Challenge, and the Blues Hall of Fame.

10/11/2026
10/11/2026

2026 Halfway To The Hall Of Fame Celebration!

There's still time!
10/11/2026

There's still time!

Crossroads: A Journey With The Blues @ West Des Moines Public Library ft. Bob Pace Student harmonica workshop.Although ...
10/11/2026

Crossroads: A Journey With The Blues @ West Des Moines Public Library ft. Bob Pace Student harmonica workshop.

Although lightly attended due to many festivals in the area, we still had a great turnout with some very enthusiastic people!
Bob never ceases to amaze me how he gives every individual 1 on 1 attention. This was so much fun as I decided to play along this time to get the whole experience. There were mostly beginners with a couple of talented folk.
As Bob went through the crowd to teach, you could see "the lights" coming on as people tried what Bob was teaching.
Blues harp is not for everyone, but everyone today had a lot of fun! 💙

10/11/2026

🎸 TONIGHT AT XBK: HALF WAY TO THE HALL OF FAME!

It's a big night for Iowa blues! Join the Central Iowa Blues Society for an all-star Iowa Blues Hall of Fame lineup featuring Dwight Dario, Erich Gaukel, BillyLee Janey and Bryce Janey. Plus, find out who will be inducted into the 2027 Iowa Blues Hall of Fame!

🍽️ $25 admission includes dinner from Whatcha' Smokin' (while supplies last).

🕔 Doors 5 p.m. | Dinner 5:30 p.m. | Show 6 p.m.
🎟️ All Ages

Come hungry for some world-class Iowa blues! 🎶

10/10/2026

TONITE ⚡️ we make the trip to Rock Island for our debut at Rock Island Brewing Company - catch us at 8pm for a good time guaranteed

TOMORROW 🪏 we’re at Middlebrook Porchfest in Cu***ng for a great afternoon alongside some fantastic performers. Event starts at 11am and we’re on at 2. We’ll see ya soon 🪏

photo : Mark Lage

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900 Keosauqua Way, Suite 440
Des Moines, IA
50309

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