The Iowa Barnstormers are soaring into the 2024 season with high hopes in the Indoor Football League (IFL), eager to bounce back from a challenging 2023 season. With a lineup of exciting home games ahead, it’s the perfect time to…
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Attractions for kids in Des Moines, IA
Classic Des Moines Activities to Celebrate 515 Day
We absolutely adore living in Des Moines! As we eagerly anticipate “515 Day” on May 15th (5/15), it’s a prime opportunity to celebrate the distinct charm of our beloved hometown. We’re thrilled to showcase some classic Des Moines activities that…
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 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 MoreSpring Break Guide: Ideas for Family Fun Around Des Moines
Yes, you read that right… SPRING! Even though we recently experienced a “fake spring,” real spring will hopefully be here in no time. If you’re worried about keeping your kids entertained over spring break, worry no more, we’ve got you…
Read MoreLeap (Year) Into Fun in Des Moines
February 29th leaps onto the calendar this year, marking the arrival of a special occasion that comes around only once every four years – yes, 2024 is a Leap Year! For your kiddos, it might even be their very first…
Read MoreWinter Family Fun: 50+ Must Do Activities this Winter in Des Moines
Celebrate the best of the season in Des Moines with these fun winter activities the whole family will enjoy.
Read MoreWhere You Can Go Ice Skating in the Des Moines Area
Don’t let winter’s chill scare you away from outdoor recreation. Des Moines area outdoor ice-skating rinks are ready to welcome visitors for some wintertime fun. We’ve put together a list of 14 outdoor ice skating rinks and two indoor rinks…
Read MoreWinter Sports Guide: Snow Shoeing, Skiing, Snow Tubing and More Near Des Moines
Think cool, fresh air against your cheeks, hot cocoa around the fire, and quality outdoor time with your kids! Participating in or trying out a new winter sport is the perfect cure for cabin fever and the winter doldrums. For…
Read MoreBest Indoor Playgrounds in Des Moines
There is an affliction that strikes homes across the Midwest every winter. It’s not COVID or the flu. Not the common cold. It’s cabin fever – that point when it’s too cold to go outside and the thought of playing…
Read More24 Things to Do on New Year’s Day in Des Moines
Shake off the post-party glitter, grab some coffee and usher in 2024! dsm4kids has rounded up 24 things to do with the family on New Year’s Day in Des Moines. New Year’s Day is the perfect time to begin anew…
Read MoreWinter Holiday Break Survival Guide for Des Moines Families
Winter break is just around the corner, and while the season might bring chilly temperatures, Des Moines offers a plethora of exciting camps and activities to keep your kids engaged and entertained. Don’t let the winter blues set in—explore the…
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