Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12, 2024, and mothers everywhere (is it fair to say especially in DSM?) deserve to have a great weekend! From enjoying brunch out, to taking a stroll through a local park or garden to finding…
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Des Moines Area Farmers’ Market Guide
The Des Moines area is home to several farmers’ markets, so it is easy to take the family out for a fun morning or afternoon of shopping for fresh, local produce. Many of the markets are mini destinations where children…
Read MoreGo Fly a Kite Des Moines!
Spring is an excellent time for kite flying in Des Moines! It’s at once fun, whimsical, nostalgic and magical. Our family loves flying kites together! If you love the beauty and creativity of a kite, you’ll enjoy this collection of…
Read More9 Parks for a Spring Walk in Des Moines
Is your family busting at the seams to get outside? Celebrate spring by taking a stroll through one of these nine parks and green spaces dotting Des Moines. If it’s your first visit, to a local park, we guarantee it…
Read MoreBIG List of Things to Do This Spring in Des Moines
Spring is here and family fun is blooming in Des Moines and beyond! This guide is full of information about things to do with your family outdoors when the weather is nice, but we’ve also snuck in some indoor fun…
Read MoreArboretums & Gardens: 10 Places to See Spring Blooms Around Des Moines
Nothing says spring like a stroll-through the tulips, daffodils or lilacs and our sources say blossoms are already starting to pop up this year. To help guide you on your quest for beautiful spring flowers, we’ve put together a brief…
Read MoreFun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids in Des Moines
What better way to get kids interested in nature and doing their part for the planet than with a variety of fun and educational activities in honor of Earth Day? For this year’s holiday, which takes place on April 22…
Read MoreWitnessing the 2024 Solar Eclipse in Des Moines
On April 8, 2024, an awe-inspiring celestial event will unfold across North America as a full totality eclipse traverses the skies, gracing Mexico, the United States, and Canada with its breathtaking presence. Along the path of totality, fortunate spectators will…
Read MoreCelebrating Holi with Kids in Des Moines
Holi, the vibrant Hindu festival of colors, is not just a celebration of the arrival of spring but also a time for togetherness, joy, and spreading love. It’s a festival eagerly awaited by both children and adults alike. If you’re…
Read MoreEaster Egg Hunts for Des Moines Kids
It’s time for Des Moines kids to dust off their baskets, because it’s egg hunting season! Easter Sunday is March 31, 2024, and one of the best ways to celebrate with kids is to attend one of the Des Moines…
Read MoreSpring Day Trip Ideas for Des Moines Families
Whether you’re looking for something to do over spring break or simply need to escape for a day this spring, we’ve got a few exciting ideas for you, all within a day’s drive from Des Moines. From historical towns to…
Read More9 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in Des Moines
March is Women’s History Month, and it’s a great time to celebrate the many accomplishments of women in American history. From activism to art, science to suffrage, sports to politics and beyond, we ladies have done lots of awesome things!…
Read MoreYour Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Kids in Des Moines
Each holiday brings the opportunity to participate in unique celebrations with your kids. St. Patrick’s Day has no shortage of fun festivities. Whether you’re lucky enough to be Irish or just love celebrating the holiday, there are plenty of kid-friendly…
Read More“Date Night” Ideas for Des Moines Families
After months of staying indoors for movie nights and bundling up to go out for dinner, spring is the perfect time to venture out with your family. Spending a date night out with your crew offers a great opportunity to…
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