Sure, as autumn leaves change color, baseball season quickly becomes football season. Armchair quarterbacks eager to watch the big game with their kids are in luck. Plenty of local sports bars and restaurants in Des Moines offer up a fun atmosphere…
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Fall Birthday Party Ideas for Des Moines Kids
As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets crisp, it’s the perfect time to plan a memorable birthday party for your fall babe in Des Moines. Whether your little one loves books, bright colors, or the great outdoors,…
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Grandparents Day in Des Moines
Time to send the kids to grandmas! What better excuse than Grandparents’ Day (Sunday, September 8, 2024) to send the kids out for some fun with their grands (and get some time to yourself)? We’ve rounded up some fantastic events…
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Labor 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…
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Ideas for a Last Hurrah with Your Kids Before School Starts
As the first day of school draws near, we start thinking of it as the last hurrah to summer. There’s just a few days left to squeeze in those easy breezy summer moments before really jumping back into the school routine….
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Celebrate the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics with Your Kids
Bonjour, Olympic fans! Are you and your family ready to embark on a fun-filled adventure from the comfort of your home? The 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games are just around the corner, running from July 26 to August 11, 2024,…
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Read This Then Do That This Summer in Des Moines
Reading is a wonderful summer activity, and when combined with the thrill of exploring local attractions, it can create unforgettable memories. The Des Moines area offers a variety of family-friendly attractions that perfectly complement some excellent books. In this guide,…
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100+ Things to Do with Your Kids this Summer in Des Moines
Summer means…warm weather, the promise of longer days and plenty of opportunities to explore your hometown! To get your family’s summer started on the right foot, here is the official dsm4kids 2024 list of 100+ Things to Do This Summer…
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Where to See Discounted Kids Movies This Summer in Des Moines
We recently rounded up FREE outdoor movies for Des Moines families. But as summer temps rise into the 80s and 90s, there are days when all you want to do is spend a few hours in a nice, dark, air-conditioned…
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Summer Reading Programs at Des Moines Area Libraries
Libraries are always a hub of summer activity. To help keep kids reading and avoid the “summer slide” local libraries offer up FREE summer reading programs that reward kids with fun prizes and incentives. Many Libraries also provide engaging, entertaining,…
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Kids Bowl FREE this Summer in Des Moines
Need something FREE and fun to do with the kids this summer? Area bowling alleys have got you covered! Registration is now open for Kids Bowl Free, a program that offers free bowling for kids all summer long. Bowling is an awesome…
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Tips for Family Fun at an Iowa Barnstormers Game
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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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…
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BIG 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…
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