Classes for preschoolers and toddlers offer an exciting progression from parent-tot sessions. If you’re a parent in Des Moines and your little one is eager to explore their interests, even if it’s just for a short 30-45 minutes each week,…
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Music activities for kids in Des Moines, IA.
Summer Festivals in the Des Moines area that Are Fun for Kids and Families
A guide to some of the best summer festival fun in Des Moines. Mark your calendars…It’s time for summer festivals in Des Moines! From festival food to fair rides to celebrating the amazing heritages that make Des Moines all that…
Read MoreFamily Friendly Outdoor Summer Concerts in Des Moines
We’re beyond ready for the return of what makes summer in Des Moines so special: loads of outdoor, family-friendly, (and mostly FREE) concerts🎵! Even though a lot of the outdoor music concerts in Des Moines are geared more to adults,…
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…
Read MoreExtracurriculars Your Kids May Not Have Tried Yet in Des Moines
Looking for an extra-curricular activity for your budding artist, fencer or fly kid? Check out these five classes that go beyond ballet and basketball to offer Des Moines youth unique opportunities. From toddlers to teenagers this list of extraordinary activities…
Read MoreSummer 2021: Mostly FREE Outdoor Concerts for Des Moines Families
FREE (or almost free) outdoor concert series are back and will fill Des Moines area parks and open spaces with music all summer long. Odds are you won’t have to travel far to find an under-the-stars event. Throw down a…
Read MoreArts & Culture for Families in Des Moines: Top LOCAL Entertainment Streaming Online
The show must go on, and a global pandemic certainly hasn’t slowed our entertainment options, it’s just repackaged them for online, at-home consumption. The Des Moines arts community is churning out some great performances, and now’s the time to nab…
Read More5 Music Classes 4 Young Kids in Des Moines
Give me a beat! Do your little ones love to crank up the tunes? Whether it’s staging a dance party in the family room or winding down to lullabies at bedtime, babies and kids of all ages love music. There are many…
Read MoreFamily Friendly Music Venues in Des Moines
There’s a lot more places to hear live music in Des Moines now than there used to be. However, between the free-flowing alcohol and late night hours, most of them aren’t what you’d call family-friendly. (Not that there’s anything wrong…
Read MoreTune it Up: Music Lessons 4 Kids in Des Moines
Do your kids use your pots and pans as a make-shift drum set or try to make music with whatever random items they can get their hands on? Then it may be time for music lessons. Providing kids an opportunity…
Read MorePitch Perfect: Voice Lessons and Choirs 4 Kids in Des Moines
Do you have a kid that loves music and is always in the background belting out “Let it Go” for the 1000th time? Do they sing for family and friends without any prompting? They may benefit from voice lessons which…
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