Events Calendar
Welcome to dsm4kids’ calendar of family events!
No matter where you live in the Des Moines metro, you can rely on our calendar to find nearby events and activities your kids will love!
To keep up to date on weekend events and activities be sure to sign up for our Weekend Fun Guide!
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information listed on the calendar. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location and other information before heading to an event or activity, since it may change.
Events considered for inclusion onto the dsm4kids calendar include those at local venues, including free and low-cost events, as well as special events that may require paid admission. Events are posted to the online calendar in a timely manner throughout the month.
While all submissions are considered, inclusion is based on event relevance. Events occurring outside of Central Iowa or events primarily geared toward adults will not be listed.
If you are a business or organization and would like to submit an event listing, please click on Submit Event.
Dates of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 25 − Monday, May 27
Official Opening Day for the Season
Saturday, June 1
Hours of Operation*
Monday – Sunday:
11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*All dates and times are dependent on weather
Daily Admission Fees*
2 years and younger…………………….. Free
3 − 13 years old…………………………$6.00
13 years and older ……………………..$9.00
55+ years/Military with ID …………..$7.00
*Tax included. No rain checks or refunds
are issued.
Family Night Discount ………$15/family
Monday − Thursday, 5:00 − 6:00 p.m.
Opening Day: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday May 25, 2024
Hours: Daily 11:30 am to 5:30pm; Friday Family Swim 6:30 to 8:00 pm
Price: Ages 2 and Under $2; ages 3-54 $7.00; ages 55+ $5.00; Family Night Discount Night $15.00 per family on Friday evenings; Season passes also available.
Opening Day: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday May 25, 2024
Hours: Sunday through Friday: 12:30 to 5:30 pm (open swim); 5:30 to 6:30 pm (Adult Lap Swim & Current Walking); 6:30 – 8:30 pm (open swim); Saturday: 12:30 to 6:00 pm
Price: Ages 2 and Under $2; ages 3-54 $9.00; ages 55+ $7.00; Family Night Discount $15.00 per family on Wednesdays and Sundays 6:30 to 8:30 pm; Season passes also available.
Cascade Falls Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 7 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 6 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Northwest Aquatic Center will open Memorial Day Weekend.
2024 Hours:
6/1 -7/7
Monday-Friday from 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
7/8 – 8/11
Monday-Friday from 1 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Dates may adjust based on Des Moines Public Schools schedule. Northwest Family Aquatic Center opens Memorial Day Weekend; Teachout Family Aquatic Center opens weekends after season and Labor Day Weekend
Daily Admission
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Ages 2 and under | Free |
| Ages 3 – 20 | $3 |
| Ages 21 and above | $5 |
*1/2 price admission Monday – Thursday after 5 p.m.
Dates of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 25 − Monday, May 27
Official Opening Day for the Season
Saturday, June 1
Hours of Operation*
Monday – Sunday:
11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*All dates and times are dependent on weather
Daily Admission Fees*
2 years and younger…………………….. Free
3 − 13 years old…………………………$6.00
13 years and older ……………………..$9.00
55+ years/Military with ID …………..$7.00
*Tax included. No rain checks or refunds
are issued.
Family Night Discount ………$15/family
Monday − Thursday, 5:00 − 6:00 p.m.
Cascade Falls Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 7 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 6 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Northwest Aquatic Center will open Memorial Day Weekend.
2024 Hours:
6/1 -7/7
Monday-Friday from 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
7/8 – 8/11
Monday-Friday from 1 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Dates may adjust based on Des Moines Public Schools schedule. Northwest Family Aquatic Center opens Memorial Day Weekend; Teachout Family Aquatic Center opens weekends after season and Labor Day Weekend
Daily Admission
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Ages 2 and under | Free |
| Ages 3 – 20 | $3 |
| Ages 21 and above | $5 |
*1/2 price admission Monday – Thursday after 5 p.m.
Dates of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday, May 25 − Monday, May 27
Official Opening Day for the Season
Saturday, June 1
Hours of Operation*
Monday – Sunday:
11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*All dates and times are dependent on weather
Daily Admission Fees*
2 years and younger…………………….. Free
3 − 13 years old…………………………$6.00
13 years and older ……………………..$9.00
55+ years/Military with ID …………..$7.00
*Tax included. No rain checks or refunds
are issued.
Family Night Discount ………$15/family
Monday − Thursday, 5:00 − 6:00 p.m.
Cascade Falls Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 7 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center will open for the 2023 season Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27.
Hours
Open Swim, Noon – 6 p.m. daily
Daily Admission
General: $9
Seniors (60+): $5
Children 2 & Under: $2
Northwest Aquatic Center will open Memorial Day Weekend.
2024 Hours:
6/1 -7/7
Monday-Friday from 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
7/8 – 8/11
Monday-Friday from 1 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Dates may adjust based on Des Moines Public Schools schedule. Northwest Family Aquatic Center opens Memorial Day Weekend; Teachout Family Aquatic Center opens weekends after season and Labor Day Weekend
Daily Admission
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Ages 2 and under | Free |
| Ages 3 – 20 | $3 |
| Ages 21 and above | $5 |
*1/2 price admission Monday – Thursday after 5 p.m.
Opening Day at Altoona Aquatics Park
Monday – Friday: 12pm – 6pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 6pm
2024 Pool Season
Regular Hours
Pools
Ashworth & Birdland 6/1 – 8/11
Monday-Friday from 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday from 1 – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Aquatic Centers
Nahas, Northwest, & Teachout 6/1 – 7/7
Monday-Friday from 1 – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Nahas, Northwest, & Teachout 7/8 – 8/11
Monday-Friday from 1 – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Dates may adjust based on Des Moines Public Schools schedule. Northwest Family Aquatic Center opens Memorial Day Weekend; Teachout Family Aquatic Center opens weekends after season and Labor Day Weekend
Daily Admission
2 and under – Free
Ages 3 – 20 – $3
Ages 21+ – $5
*1/2 price admission Monday – Thursday after 5 p.m.
2024 Season June 1 – August 18.
$7 General Admission
Ages 2 & under free with paid adult
Half Price Admission
Mon-Fri after 5pm
Sat/Sun after 4pm
Tues/Thurs 1:00 – 6:00 pm
Sat/Sun 1:00 – 5:00 pm
Join your friends and favorite characters for a special evening at the coolest party around. Wear a princess or prince costume over your swimsuit and enter a world of make believe! Characters will vary based on date and availability. Pre-registration required. Each paying participant must be accompanied by one adult 18+.
Join your friends and favorite characters for a special evening at the coolest party around. Wear a princess or prince costume over your swimsuit and enter a world of make believe! Characters will vary based on date and availability. Pre-registration required. Each paying participant must be accompanied by one adult 18+.