You don’t have to go too far to find faBOOlous Halloween happenings. The month of October is filled to the brim with events and activities to keep your little ghouls entertained! We’ve got the skinny on spooky Halloween fun in…
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Events for kids in Des Moines, IA
Family Friendly Fall Festivals in Des Moines
As September arrives in central Iowa, fall festivals begin. The area’s community and cultural celebrations are packed with fun seasonal activities for kids and families, including pumpkin fun, apple-picking and more. Below you’ll find a list of great fall festivals…
Read MoreLabor Day Weekend Fun for Des Moines Families
It’s hard to believe Labor Day Weekend is just right around the corner (sniff, sniff). If you, too, are feeling a bit nostalgic about another summer gone by, don’t start singing the blues just yet. There are great ways for…
Read More2023-24 School Starting Dates in the Des Moines Area
Back to school is just around the corner—time to buy school supplies, say goodbye to summer and get back into the school routine. Here is a list of the school starting dates of many of the public and private schools…
Read MoreGuide to 4th of July Celebrations in the Des Moines Area – Parades, Fireworks & More
If you are staying in town for the 4th of July, don’t fret, you don’t need a big backyard or lake house to have a lot of fun…there are festive, patriotic events going on all around Des Moines. Check out…
Read MoreJuneteenth Events for Des Moines Families
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a celebratory tradition dating back more than 150 years commemorating the reading of federal orders in the city of Galveston, Texas, proclaiming 250,000 enslaved people were to be freed. After almost two and…
Read MoreCelebrating Pride Month this June in Des Moines
Pride Month is a time to celebrate love and acceptance for all people. In June, Pride Month in Des Moines kicks off with big, bold, and beautiful events that bring together members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies to continue…
Read More“FREE Fishing Days” Events for Des Moines Families
Hoping to try your hand at fishing before spending money on a license? The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is inviting the public to “get hooked on fishing” through its Free Fishing Days June 2-4, 2023. During Free Fishing Days,…
Read MoreTips 4 Family Fun at an Iowa Cubs Baseball Game
Take the kids out to the ol’ ball game this summer in Des Moines! Baseball is a quintessential summer pastime that many people just can’t get enough of. The smell of hot dogs and the sound of the bat crack…
Read MoreSensory Sensitive Events & Activities in the DSM Metro
For individuals with sensory sensitivities, loud sounds and crowded environments can be overwhelming. However, many family-friendly venues in the Des Moines area have recognized this issue and have taken steps to offer inclusive events and accommodations to welcome all families…
Read More50+ Things to Do This Spring in Des Moines Under $5
Spring is such an exciting time in Des Moines with tons of opportunities for family fun. With summer break just around the corner, save your money this spring by attending family events that are cheap or totally FREE.
Read MoreCooking Classes for Kids in Des Moines
Does your pint-sized chef prefer to watch cooking shows to cartoons? Feed their interest in food with one of these Des Moines area cooking classes! Once they have learned how to peel, chop, puree and simmer, you will be on…
Read MoreSingin’ in the Rain, Jr. on CAP Theatre’s Main Stage
Tap your toes and sing along to CAP Theatre’s adaptation of the world’s most celebrated movie musical, Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. The show runs from February 17 through March 5, 2023. Performances are on Fridays at 7:00 pm, and…
Read More50 Ideas Under $5 for Winter Fun in Des Moines
Now that it’s beginning to look (and feel) a lot like winter. And since we know the cold, dark days of winter can be challenging with little ones, we’ve put together 50 fun winter activities to keep you and your…
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