Waukee and Metro Weekend Events: Koko FitClub, Brian Congdon, Festival of Trees and Disney on Ice

Waukee

Black Friday Adjustments: Feeling achy and out-of-whack after tackling the Black Friday crowds? Stop in to Waukee Wellness and Chiropractice for an adjust ment. Bring the family. Dr. Wes will have hot drinks and snacks for everyone. No appointment necessary (except for new patients).
Waukee Wellness and Chiropractic
Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Koko FitClub’s Holiday Open House: Give the gift of good health this year and attend the KoKo FitClub open holiday house. Stop in on Saturday for a free session, purchase a membership package and save $50 plus receive a free gift. Koko FitClub, 9350 University Ave., West Des Moines.
Saturday, 12-4 p.m.

Brian Congdon: Come out Saturday night to Mickey's Irish Pub to hear the acoustic sounds of Brian Congdon. There is no cover to attend.
Mickey's Irish Pub
Saturday, 9 p.m.

Metro

Festival of Trees & Lights 2012: In 1984 the Festival of Trees & Lights made its debut in Des Moines, and since that time families and friends of all ages have eagerly awaited this fun-filled event to kick-off the holiday season. With beautifully decorated trees, a fun-filled children's area, great shopping, food, entertainment and special events, "Festival" has become a central Iowa tradition.
Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, 233 Center Street, Des Moines
Nov. 22 1pm-7pm, Nov. 23-25 11am-7pm
Cost:$5 at the event; children 2 and under free

Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic!: Join the celebration as more than 60 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life. A skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever!
Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
Nov. 23: 3pm and 7pm, Nov. 24: 1pm and 5pm, Nov. 25: 1pm and 5pm.
Cost: $15-$52 : Buy Tickets

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: The smash hit Broadway musical is based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film. Dazzling production numbers include "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song.
The Civic Center, Des Moines
Nov. 23, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 24, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 25, 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20-$70

Comedy Xperiment: Comedy XPeriment is Des Moines' premiere long-form improvisation team. Each show is unique to itself as the genesis for the show is based on suggestions from the audience. Even the performers themselves don't know what could happen in a show.
The Civic Center, Des Moines
Nov. 23 and 24, 7:30pm  
Cost: $10 Find Tickets »

Kenny Rogers Hits and Christmas Show: Blending sets of timeless hits and Christmas favorites, the man known as "The Gambler" has sold over 120 million albums, Kenny Rogers offers a memorable, warm and fun Christmas event for the entire family.
The Civic Center, Des Moines
Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $46-$76 Tickets.                                                 

ISDTA High School and College Dance Championships: The ISDTA Dance Championships involving 270 High School dance teams and 25 college teams.Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
Nov. 29-30, 8:00am-9:00pm
Cost:$10 for 1 day pass $18 for 2 day pass: Tickets available at the door.

“Triple Espresso - A Highly Caffeinated Comedy”: Tells the rags-to-rags story of Hugh Butternut, Buzz Maxwell and Bobby Bean, an aspiring comedy trio whose bid for showbiz fame and fortune ended in four minutes of magnificent failure on national television.
Temple Theater, Des Moines
7:30 pm. Tuesdays through Fridays, 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sundays Nov. 27 through Jan. 6
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Evening with Kathy Griffin: Two-time Emmy winner, NY Times bestselling author, four-time Grammy nominee, Broadway darling, 2009’s GLAAD Vanguard recipient and 2011 Trevor Project Life Award honoree, Kathy Griffin is a multi-faceted performer with rapid fire wit. She has been making audiences laugh for years discussing Hollywood gossip and celebrity blunders.
Stephens Auditorium, Ames
Nov. 29, 7:30 pm.
Cost:$55-$65 Find Tickets

ISU Theatre Presents Alice In Wonderland: A girl falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world of the White Rabbit, The Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and The Queen of Hearts. Alice finds it all so curious that she finally concludes “It would be so nice if something made sense for a change.” This is a new script that takes a fresh look at Lewis Carroll’s masterpiece.
Stephens Auditorium, Ames
Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 and Dec. 2, 7:30 pm.
Cost:$16 Find Tickets