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National Geographic Live
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National Geographic Live

GET SEASON TICKETS
GET SEASON TICKETS

We’re excited to once again partner with National Geographic Live for the 2025–26 season. We look forward to welcoming you back for another year of extraordinary events that bring the world’s most captivating stories to life.

 National Geographic Live continues to introduce audiences to the awe-inspiring stories of National Geographic Explorers and trailblazers through immersive live events. This season features a dynamic lineup of speakers—including esteemed photographers, scientists, and adventurers—who share their firsthand experiences from the front lines of exploration. You can expect another season of powerful narratives, brought to life through unforgettable imagery and compelling footage, as they take center stage at the Des Moines Civic Center.

3-Show Package Starts at $50! Order by May 31 for 8 monthly payments of $5.55!

PACKAGES START AT $50

3-SHOW PACKAGE

Babak Tafreshi: Photographer

Earth After Dark

National Geographic Live
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 6:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center
Lucy Hawkes: Physiological Ecologist

Life on the Move

National Geographic Live
Monday, February 16, 2026 - 6:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center
Erika Woolsey: Marine Biologist

Diving the Great Barrier Reef

National Geographic Live
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center

EXCLUSIVE SEASON TICKET HOLDER BENEFITS

EASY SHOW SUBSTITUTION

You can move your tickets from any productions in the National Geographic Live Speaker Series Season Ticket Package to any production in the Willis Broadway Series, Live at the Temple Concert Series, Dance Series, Temple Comedy Series or Wellmark Family Series.

Additional payment for higher-priced tickets required. Substitutions must be made 24 hours prior to the beginning of the production's engagement in person or by calling (515) 246-2322.

PRIORITY SEATING: LOCK IN THE BEST PRICES

Be the first to secure the best seats and lock in the lowest prices of the season! As a Willis Broadway Series Season Ticket Holder, you don't have to worry about price increases for your package seats during the season like single ticket buyers.

EFFORTLESS AUTOMATIC RENEWALS

Your seats will automatically be renewed every season, so you won't have to lift a finger. Just sit back, relax, and get ready to enjoy each show in the season. We understand that life can be unpredictable, so if you ever need to cancel your season tickets, you can do so anytime, hassle-free.