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 DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Take2 sells new and gently used children’s, teen and maternity clothing and shoes. Also, toys, games, puzzles, books, accessories, children’s decorations, baby gear and much more.
April 26th & 27th are Half Price Days!
Event Schedule
April 23, 2024 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 24, 2024 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 25, 2024 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 26, 2024 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
April 27, 2024 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There are no limits to the grins and giggles at our play room. That’s because your kids are invited to jump, climb, swing, and play in our indoor showroom.
Follow us on Facebook for other special offers or changes to open play times and dates.
Groups of 6 or more must call ahead. No Open Play parties are allowed.
Of course, to keep the kiddos safe, we require adult/parent supervision at all times.* We also require shoes and socks to be worn at all times in the showroom. (Closed toe shoes only.) Tennis shoes are recommended. And finally, every attendee must have a signed waiver before playing in the showroom. (Multiple kids from the same family can be included on one waiver.) Consult our showroom rules for all the details.
Water is always available or parents may bring along their own soft drinks and snacks, store them in our refrigerator, and let the kids enjoy them in our party room. We’ll even provide plates, cups, napkins, and plastic silverware.
To ensure a fun time for all, no birthday parties are booked during Open Play.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$10 for 2 hours
We also now offer punch cards – 5 Plays for $40 and 10 Plays for $75.
*Child care is not provided during open play time.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There are no limits to the grins and giggles at our play room. That’s because your kids are invited to jump, climb, swing, and play in our indoor showroom.
Follow us on Facebook for other special offers or changes to open play times and dates.
Groups of 6 or more must call ahead. No Open Play parties are allowed.
Of course, to keep the kiddos safe, we require adult/parent supervision at all times.* We also require shoes and socks to be worn at all times in the showroom. (Closed toe shoes only.) Tennis shoes are recommended. And finally, every attendee must have a signed waiver before playing in the showroom. (Multiple kids from the same family can be included on one waiver.) Consult our showroom rules for all the details.
Water is always available or parents may bring along their own soft drinks and snacks, store them in our refrigerator, and let the kids enjoy them in our party room. We’ll even provide plates, cups, napkins, and plastic silverware.
To ensure a fun time for all, no birthday parties are booked during Open Play.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$10 for 2 hours
We also now offer punch cards – 5 Plays for $40 and 10 Plays for $75.
*Child care is not provided during open play time.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There are no limits to the grins and giggles at our play room. That’s because your kids are invited to jump, climb, swing, and play in our indoor showroom.
Follow us on Facebook for other special offers or changes to open play times and dates.
Groups of 6 or more must call ahead. No Open Play parties are allowed.
Of course, to keep the kiddos safe, we require adult/parent supervision at all times.* We also require shoes and socks to be worn at all times in the showroom. (Closed toe shoes only.) Tennis shoes are recommended. And finally, every attendee must have a signed waiver before playing in the showroom. (Multiple kids from the same family can be included on one waiver.) Consult our showroom rules for all the details.
Water is always available or parents may bring along their own soft drinks and snacks, store them in our refrigerator, and let the kids enjoy them in our party room. We’ll even provide plates, cups, napkins, and plastic silverware.
To ensure a fun time for all, no birthday parties are booked during Open Play.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$10 for 2 hours
We also now offer punch cards – 5 Plays for $40 and 10 Plays for $75.
*Child care is not provided during open play time.
Location: Downtown Bondurant
Months Open: May 1 to October 23, 2024
Hours: 6:00 to 8:00 pm (October: 5:30 until dark)
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There are no limits to the grins and giggles at our play room. That’s because your kids are invited to jump, climb, swing, and play in our indoor showroom.
Follow us on Facebook for other special offers or changes to open play times and dates.
Groups of 6 or more must call ahead. No Open Play parties are allowed.
Of course, to keep the kiddos safe, we require adult/parent supervision at all times.* We also require shoes and socks to be worn at all times in the showroom. (Closed toe shoes only.) Tennis shoes are recommended. And finally, every attendee must have a signed waiver before playing in the showroom. (Multiple kids from the same family can be included on one waiver.) Consult our showroom rules for all the details.
Water is always available or parents may bring along their own soft drinks and snacks, store them in our refrigerator, and let the kids enjoy them in our party room. We’ll even provide plates, cups, napkins, and plastic silverware.
To ensure a fun time for all, no birthday parties are booked during Open Play.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$10 for 2 hours
We also now offer punch cards – 5 Plays for $40 and 10 Plays for $75.
*Child care is not provided during open play time.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There are no limits to the grins and giggles at our play room. That’s because your kids are invited to jump, climb, swing, and play in our indoor showroom.
Follow us on Facebook for other special offers or changes to open play times and dates.
Groups of 6 or more must call ahead. No Open Play parties are allowed.
Of course, to keep the kiddos safe, we require adult/parent supervision at all times.* We also require shoes and socks to be worn at all times in the showroom. (Closed toe shoes only.) Tennis shoes are recommended. And finally, every attendee must have a signed waiver before playing in the showroom. (Multiple kids from the same family can be included on one waiver.) Consult our showroom rules for all the details.
Water is always available or parents may bring along their own soft drinks and snacks, store them in our refrigerator, and let the kids enjoy them in our party room. We’ll even provide plates, cups, napkins, and plastic silverware.
To ensure a fun time for all, no birthday parties are booked during Open Play.
Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$10 for 2 hours
We also now offer punch cards – 5 Plays for $40 and 10 Plays for $75.
*Child care is not provided during open play time.
Come out to the Norwalk Farmers’ Market! We have lots of different vendors. Grab your friends and family, get some fresh air. Thank you for shopping small local businesses.
Fridays, May 3 to October 11, 2024 from 4:00pm – 7:00pm.
Occuring on the first friday of every month these themed open studio events are your chance to tour over 130 artist studios, enjoy special exhibitions, food and live music. Always free and open to the public.
Visit their Facebook page for specific event details.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Location: Ames Main Street – Between Clark Avenue and Kellogg Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
Months Open: May 4 to October 12, 2024
Hours: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm (October: 9:00 am to 12:30 Noon)
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The DMPS Central Campus Horticulture program is hosting their annual Plant Sale from April 26 – May 18, 2024. The Horticulture classes have been working hard all school year to fill their 10,000 sq.ft. greenhouse with annuals, perennials, house plants, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. The greenhouse is the learning lab area to put into place the learning that has been taking place in the classroom. Students in three different classes, learn about topics like seed structure, photosynthesis, flower structure, greenhouse management, floral design, career exploration, marketing and many more.
Sale Hours are 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.