Central Iowa Blues Society

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-pro

fit 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.

06/18/2026

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06/18/2026

Good drinks. Great company. Live music all week long. 🎵 Featuring Ava Lemon Music, The Blue 2, and The Fabulous TruTones at The Merc.

Plus, Bill-Do-BBQ will be here on Saturday serving up all the best smoked meats and sides! He'll be open at 5:00 PM--grab your food and stay for the show!

06/16/2026
06/15/2026
06/15/2026

Thank you for your continued prayers and support 💙

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900 Keosauqua Way, Suite 440
Des Moines, IA
50309

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