Outside the music, there is going to be a ton of stuff to check out at 80/35. Here’s some of the stuff you can expect to find.
Meet ‘N Greets
Meet and get autographs from 80/35 bands. Schedule and participating bands TBA.
Meredith DIY Craft Fair
Browse for purses, jewelry, and many handmade goods on Saturday from 12pm – 6pm.
Dahl’s Kids Zone
Bring down the kiddies for an inflatable play area and several interactive activities from 12pm-6pm on Saturday and Sunday.
YPC Do More Village
A hub for showcasing all things Des Moines featuring interactive exhibits and unique demonstrations, all provided by local organizations. Get more details on participating in the YPC Do More Village.
Natural Living Village
The Natural Living Village is sponsored by Iowa’s Water & Land Legacy. There will be demonstrations in the Home & Garden, Health & Wellness and Green Building marketplace. We will highlight local resources and services providing central Iowans with choices for green and healthy living.
Food
There will be a wide variety of food vendors, including Hardenbrook Concessions (corndogs, breaded tenderloins, chicken/veggie grinders), Los Primos (Mexican), Alohana Hawaiian Grill (egg rolls, Hawaiian chicken on a stick), When Pigs Fly (BBQ), Scornovacca’s Ristorante (pizza, Italian grinders), Papa John’s (pizza), J’s Pita Grill (pitas), Olde Main Brewing Co. & Restaurant (burgers, sandwiches), Karam’s Grill (kabobs, chocolate covered strawberries), Nadine & Dad’s BBQ (pulled pork, turkey legs), Uncle David’s Mini Donuts (mini donuts), Tropical Snow (Hawaiian shaved ice), and Sapore Pizza (pizza, gluten-free salad). Food prices will vary.
Beer
Ames-based Olde Main Brewing Co. will provide microbrews at the festival including Long Face Amber Ale, Off KILTer Scottish Ale, Clone Pale Ale, Dinkey Wheat, and Gryphonbrau Lager. Beers will sell for $5 each or 5 for $20.
Wine
Jasper Winery will provide Iowa wines. Wine will sell for $5 each or 5 for $20.
Merch
Official 80/35 merch (including t-shirts, posters) and band merch will be available for purchase.
Before/After the Festival
The festival may end at midnight, but there is still plenty to do in Des Moines. Whether you are interested in listening to some more live music, grabbing a beer or a bite to eat, or looking for something fun to do, check out our list of some of the hottest places to see and hang when the stages are cleared.
