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 bond with your kids and create new, exciting memories together.
Looking for more springtime family fun? Be sure to check out our Events Calendar and Spring Fun Guide.
Here’s a few fun spring date ideas to plan this season with your family:
Take a stroll through Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival
Take in the sights of the season and enjoy the Blank Park Zoo’s grounds illuminated with 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures, and endangered animals. April 1 – May 29, 2023.
Play pickleball at Smash Park.
A little friendly competition and a rush of endorphins? Yes, please! Pickleball has become one of the most popular sports in recent years for a reason—it’s simply a blast to play. Reserve an indoor or outdoor court at Smash Park, grab some grub and enjoy a fun night out with your kids.
Go to an I-Cubs baseball game.
A visit to an I-Cubs baseball game is guaranteed to be a home run for the entire family. The ambiance at Principal Park is electric, complete with enthusiastic fans, delicious stadium snacks, and thrilling game action. Additionally, there are plenty of enjoyable activities and fun contests during innings to ensure everyone stays entertained.
See a show at the Des Moines Civic Center.
This spring, the Des Moines Civic Center has an array of entertainment options for the whole family, ranging from captivating theater productions to mesmerizing musical performances. In April, the Broadway sensation “The Lion King” will take center stage, while other family-friendly shows such as “Air Play” and “Invisible Wonders” promise not only to entertain, but also educate.
Head to the driving range.
You don’t need to be a pro-golfer to have fun at the driving range. Get a bucket of golf balls to share, enjoy a warm spring evening, and maybe even grab dinner together afterward. Not into the driving range idea? Play mini golf instead!
Check out Spring Enchantment at Reiman Gardens.
Reiman Gardens is the perfect place to get into the spring mood. Throughout the month, visitors can enjoy searching for charming fairy doors that are hidden throughout the Gardens. Later in April, be sure not to miss the breathtaking bulb display, which showcases thousands of tulips, hyacinths, and other bulb flowers. To see the tulips in their prime, take advantage of their extended visiting hours until 8:00 pm.
Get revved up at Monster Jam.
With its loud engines, high-flying action, and family-friendly atmosphere, Monster Jam is a must-see event that’s perfect for a fun-filled family outing. Your favorite trucks return to Des Moines for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Wells Fargo Arena April 15-16, 2023.
