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.
The Drake Relays is a Des Moines springtime tradition and is regarded as one of the top track and field events in the United States.
Find the full schedule on the Drake Relay’s website: https://godrakebulldogs.com/sports/dr.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Build simple kites as we explore the science of flight. We will discuss the remarkable adaptations birds have developed in order to take flight. We will assemble and decorate a small kite and send them aloft for a fun ending. Each registered individual will receive a kite.
REGISTRATION: Required for those making kites
DEADLINE: April 19
COST: $10
AGES: 5+
Join a naturalist on a lovely spring day for a walk in the woods. We’ll take a leisurely stroll and identify and discuss some of Iowa’s native woodland wildflowers. We will also discover other plants and maybe even a coveted fungus.
REGISTRATION: None
COST: Free
AGES: All ages welcome
Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company will feature 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures and endangered animals. Immerse your family in a magical night of light and culture in this visually stunning festival.
April 5-May 27 (nightly, Wednesday – Sunday plus Memorial Day)
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.)
The best times to walk the path and see the lights begin at sunset. Allow 60-90 minutes for the best viewing experience. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m., but you may enter the festival anytime until 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Peak Ticket: $25, $21/member; Non-Peak Ticket: $23, $19/member
Group Tickets: For groups of 40 or more, call 515-285-4722 for more information
Age one (1) and under are free. Tickets are limited for each evening, please purchase tickets in advance.
Saturday public nights at Ashton Observatory are every Saturday evening, April through October. Except for first Saturdays of each month, most evenings begin with a classroom program at 8:00 pm. Free admission! All ages welcome. Find a 2024 schedule here.
The Observatory is open but there will be no classroom programs during July.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company will feature 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures and endangered animals. Immerse your family in a magical night of light and culture in this visually stunning festival.
April 5-May 27 (nightly, Wednesday – Sunday plus Memorial Day)
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.)
The best times to walk the path and see the lights begin at sunset. Allow 60-90 minutes for the best viewing experience. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m., but you may enter the festival anytime until 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Peak Ticket: $25, $21/member; Non-Peak Ticket: $23, $19/member
Group Tickets: For groups of 40 or more, call 515-285-4722 for more information
Age one (1) and under are free. Tickets are limited for each evening, please purchase tickets in advance.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company will feature 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures and endangered animals. Immerse your family in a magical night of light and culture in this visually stunning festival.
April 5-May 27 (nightly, Wednesday – Sunday plus Memorial Day)
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.)
The best times to walk the path and see the lights begin at sunset. Allow 60-90 minutes for the best viewing experience. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m., but you may enter the festival anytime until 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Peak Ticket: $25, $21/member; Non-Peak Ticket: $23, $19/member
Group Tickets: For groups of 40 or more, call 515-285-4722 for more information
Age one (1) and under are free. Tickets are limited for each evening, please purchase tickets in advance.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Find Tickets and Promotions Schedule on the Iowa Cubs’ Website.
2024 Home Schedule
Tuesday, April 2 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Twos-Day 2024 Magnet Schedule Giveaway
Wednesday, April 3 vs. Toledo 12:08 pm CDT – Windy City Bundle
Thursday, April 4 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club, Throwback Thursdays
Friday, April 5 vs. Toledo 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, April 6 vs. Toledo 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, April 7 vs. Toledo 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, April 16 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT – Jackie Robinson Day
Wednesday, April 17 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, April 18 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, April 19 vs. Louisville 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, April 20 vs. Louisville 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, April 21 vs. Louisville 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, April 30 vs. Omaha 6:38 pm CDT – Iowa Caucuses
Wednesday, May 1 vs. Omaha 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 2 vs. Omaha 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, May 3 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, May 4 vs. Omaha 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, May 5 vs. Omaha 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, May 7 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs, Dog Days
Wednesday, May 8 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 9 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, May 10 vs. Columbus 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks, Outdoors Day
Saturday, May 11 vs. Columbus 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, May 12 vs. Columbus 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, May 21 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, May 22 vs. Indianapolis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 23 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club, Throwback Thursdays
Friday, May 24 vs. Indianapolis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, May 25 vs. Indianapolis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Marvel Super Hero Night
Sunday, May 26 vs. Indianapolis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, June 4 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs
Wednesday, June 5 vs. Toledo 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, June 6 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, June 7 vs. Toledo 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, June 8 vs. Toledo 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Bobblehead Bundle
Sunday, June 9 vs. Toledo 1:08 pm CDT – Sensory-Friendly Game, Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, June 25 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, June 26 vs. St. Paul 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, June 27 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, June 28 vs. St. Paul 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks, Pride Night
Saturday, June 29 vs. St. Paul 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, June 30 vs. St. Paul 1:08 pm CDT Kids Run The Bases, Ed’s Dinosaur Display & Jurassic Ballpark
Thursday, July 4 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, July 5 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, July 6 vs. Omaha 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Tuesday, July 23 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, July 24 vs. Indianapolis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, July 25 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, July 26 vs. Indianapolis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, July 27 vs. Indianapolis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Marvel’s Defenders Of The Diamond
Sunday, July 28 vs. Indianapolis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, July 30 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs, Dog Days
Wednesday, July 31 vs. St. Paul 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 1 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 2 vs. St. Paul 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 3 vs. St. Paul 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, August 4 vs. St. Paul 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, August 13 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, August 14 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 15 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 16 vs. Columbus 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 17 vs. Columbus 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, August 18 vs. Columbus 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, August 27 vs. Memphis 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs
Wednesday, August 28 vs. Memphis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 29 vs. Memphis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 30 vs. Memphis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 31 vs. Memphis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Bobblehead Bundle
Sunday, September 1 vs. Memphis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, September 10 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, September 11 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, September 12 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, September 13 vs. Louisville 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, September 14 vs. Louisville 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, COPA – Demonios
Sunday, September 15 vs. Louisville 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company will feature 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures and endangered animals. Immerse your family in a magical night of light and culture in this visually stunning festival.
April 5-May 27 (nightly, Wednesday – Sunday plus Memorial Day)
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.)
The best times to walk the path and see the lights begin at sunset. Allow 60-90 minutes for the best viewing experience. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m., but you may enter the festival anytime until 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Peak Ticket: $25, $21/member; Non-Peak Ticket: $23, $19/member
Group Tickets: For groups of 40 or more, call 515-285-4722 for more information
Age one (1) and under are free. Tickets are limited for each evening, please purchase tickets in advance.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Find Tickets and Promotions Schedule on the Iowa Cubs’ Website.
2024 Home Schedule
Tuesday, April 2 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Twos-Day 2024 Magnet Schedule Giveaway
Wednesday, April 3 vs. Toledo 12:08 pm CDT – Windy City Bundle
Thursday, April 4 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club, Throwback Thursdays
Friday, April 5 vs. Toledo 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, April 6 vs. Toledo 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, April 7 vs. Toledo 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, April 16 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT – Jackie Robinson Day
Wednesday, April 17 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, April 18 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, April 19 vs. Louisville 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, April 20 vs. Louisville 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, April 21 vs. Louisville 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, April 30 vs. Omaha 6:38 pm CDT – Iowa Caucuses
Wednesday, May 1 vs. Omaha 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 2 vs. Omaha 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, May 3 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, May 4 vs. Omaha 3:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, May 5 vs. Omaha 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, May 7 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs, Dog Days
Wednesday, May 8 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 9 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, May 10 vs. Columbus 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks, Outdoors Day
Saturday, May 11 vs. Columbus 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, May 12 vs. Columbus 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, May 21 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, May 22 vs. Indianapolis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, May 23 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club, Throwback Thursdays
Friday, May 24 vs. Indianapolis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, May 25 vs. Indianapolis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Marvel Super Hero Night
Sunday, May 26 vs. Indianapolis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases, Family Fun Pack
Tuesday, June 4 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs
Wednesday, June 5 vs. Toledo 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, June 6 vs. Toledo 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, June 7 vs. Toledo 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, June 8 vs. Toledo 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Bobblehead Bundle
Sunday, June 9 vs. Toledo 1:08 pm CDT – Sensory-Friendly Game, Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, June 25 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, June 26 vs. St. Paul 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, June 27 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, June 28 vs. St. Paul 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks, Pride Night
Saturday, June 29 vs. St. Paul 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, June 30 vs. St. Paul 1:08 pm CDT Kids Run The Bases, Ed’s Dinosaur Display & Jurassic Ballpark
Thursday, July 4 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, July 5 vs. Omaha 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, July 6 vs. Omaha 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Tuesday, July 23 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, July 24 vs. Indianapolis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, July 25 vs. Indianapolis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, July 26 vs. Indianapolis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, July 27 vs. Indianapolis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Marvel’s Defenders Of The Diamond
Sunday, July 28 vs. Indianapolis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, July 30 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs, Dog Days
Wednesday, July 31 vs. St. Paul 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 1 vs. St. Paul 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 2 vs. St. Paul 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 3 vs. St. Paul 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, August 4 vs. St. Paul 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, August 13 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, August 14 vs. Columbus 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 15 vs. Columbus 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 16 vs. Columbus 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 17 vs. Columbus 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field
Sunday, August 18 vs. Columbus 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, August 27 vs. Memphis 6:38 pm CDT – $1 Dogs
Wednesday, August 28 vs. Memphis 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, August 29 vs. Memphis 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, August 30 vs. Memphis 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, August 31 vs. Memphis 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, Bobblehead Bundle
Sunday, September 1 vs. Memphis 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Tuesday, September 10 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT
Wednesday, September 11 vs. Louisville 12:08 pm CDT
Thursday, September 12 vs. Louisville 6:38 pm CDT – Mug Club
Friday, September 13 vs. Louisville 7:08 pm CDT – Friday Night Fireworks
Saturday, September 14 vs. Louisville 6:08 pm CDT – Pre-Game Catch On The Field, COPA – Demonios
Sunday, September 15 vs. Louisville 1:08 pm CDT – Kids Run The Bases
Free track meet with track & field events for age divisions 6 & under, 7-8 years, 9-10 years, 11-12 years, 13-14 years.
Register by April 28!
Location: Downtown Bondurant
Months Open: May 1 to October 23, 2024
Hours: 6:00 to 8:00 pm (October: 5:30 until dark)
Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company will feature 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life, illuminated animal shaped Asian lanterns. This year’s festival features underwater wildlife, giant insects, mythical creatures and endangered animals. Immerse your family in a magical night of light and culture in this visually stunning festival.
April 5-May 27 (nightly, Wednesday – Sunday plus Memorial Day)
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.)
The best times to walk the path and see the lights begin at sunset. Allow 60-90 minutes for the best viewing experience. Admission begins at 7:30 p.m., but you may enter the festival anytime until 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Peak Ticket: $25, $21/member; Non-Peak Ticket: $23, $19/member
Group Tickets: For groups of 40 or more, call 515-285-4722 for more information
Age one (1) and under are free. Tickets are limited for each evening, please purchase tickets in advance.
Farm Camp is a week-long summer day camp that offers an opportunity to educate children about farm life while fostering friendships and cultivating a passion for farming!
Campers aged 6 – 11 years old will experience hands-on fun and have the opportunity to:
- Care for animals – feeding, training, and cleaning
- Learn about growing crops – riding hayride to fields to examine plants, soil, and weeds
- Explore the farm and the environment including creeks and ponds
- Discover the by-products of many crops—corn, soybeans, pumpkins, apples, cherries, and strawberries.
- Connect the importance of science to agriculture
- Play – enjoying our fun activities such as our Super Slides, Jumping Pillows, and more!
Farm Camp Sessions
Session 1: May 29 – May 31
Session 2: June 3 – June 7
Session 3: June 10 – June 14
Session 4: June 17 – June 21
Session 5: June 24 – June 28
Come for story time, crafts, and exploring at the arboretum. Nature Club Kids- Ages 7 and up 9:00-10:00am Nature Club Tots- Ages 2-6 10:30-11:30am