Originally observed by the indigenous Aztec people of Central America, whose customs eventually merged with Catholic traditions, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, has now become a cherished component of the annual Halloween festivities in numerous communities…
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Family celebrations and holiday party ideas for kids in Des Moines, IA.
31 Ways to Celebrate Halloween With Your Family on October 31st in Des Moines
Beggar’s Night and trick or treating tend to wrap up a lot of the Halloween festivities in Des Moines. So, what’s a true Halloween lover to do? Celebrate the spooky holiday with one of these 31 kooky and creative family…
Read MoreHost a Family Halloween Movie Night
Take a break from the scares and spooks and ramp up the family fun with these enjoyable tips for hosting a Halloween movie night that everyone can enjoy together. Discover the perfect movie to cozy up and watch as a…
Read MoreBeggar’s Night 2023: Where & When Kids Can Trick or Treat in the Des Moines Area
If you’re new to the Des Moines area, you may be asking yourself… what’s Beggar’s Night? And, that’s a very good question! Unlike other places you may have lived, each local municipality in Central Iowa designates the specific date and…
Read MoreTrick-or-Treat & Trunk-or-Treat Events in Des Moines
While it’s traditional to collect candy door-to-door for Halloween, consider an alternative form of trick-or-treating. Trunk or treat and trick or treat events allow costumed children to collect candy in parking lots, from businesses and other community organizations so they can enjoy…
Read MoreHalloween Themed Events, Activities & Attractions for Des Moines Kids
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…
Read MoreBudget-Friendly Fall Kid Birthday Party Ideas
Fall is a magical season that provides the perfect backdrop for celebrating your child’s birthday. With its crisp air, colorful leaves, and abundance of seasonal delights, you can create a memorable and joyful birthday party for your little one without…
Read More5 Great Gift Ideas to Celebrate Grandparents Day in Des Moines
Grandparents are the pillars of our families, providing unconditional love, wisdom, and support throughout our lives. As Grandparents Day approaches on September 10, 2023, it’s the perfect opportunity to show our appreciation and make them feel truly special.
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 MoreMake the Most of the Last Days of Summer: 15 Things To Do Before School Starts in Des Moines
Once again, summer is flying by at an alarming pace! Regrettably, the constant reminders in our inbox about the impending start of school serve as a daily countdown, signaling that summer’s blissful days are about to screech to a halt….
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 MoreCelebrate Dad This Father’s Day in Des Moines
Father’s Day can be more than golfing and barbecues this year, with such a great variety of family-friendly activities happening across the Metro. Whether Dad prefers baseball or fishing or riding bikes our list of Father’s Day happenings has all of this and more….
Read More12 Fun Family Traditions to Try This Year
Traditions help families strengthen bonds and make treasured memories. While we often associate annual customs with the winter holiday season, there’s no reason to wait until next December for family fun. Below, you’ll find suggestions for twelve different traditions to…
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