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.
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.
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.
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.
Have you had a long week? Come unwind at Food Truck Friday!
Jump on the Greenbelt Trail and make your way to Campbell Park to enjoy music, food, and fun. Bring the whole family — the park has three playgrounds and plenty of green space.
Select Fridays 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Clive Parks and Recreation and Clive Chamber of Commerce
Music Schedule
May 17 Dueling Guitars w/ Brian Congdon and Brad Seidenfeld
May 24 Damon Dotson
May 31 Brian Herrin Duo
June 7 The Unfortunate Sons
June 14 Lucas Beebe
June 21 Sons of Gladys Kravitz Lite
September 6 Dick Danger Band
September 13 TBA
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.
Have you had a long week? Come unwind at Food Truck Friday!
Jump on the Greenbelt Trail and make your way to Campbell Park to enjoy music, food, and fun. Bring the whole family — the park has three playgrounds and plenty of green space.
Select Fridays 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Clive Parks and Recreation and Clive Chamber of Commerce
Music Schedule
May 17 Dueling Guitars w/ Brian Congdon and Brad Seidenfeld
May 24 Damon Dotson
May 31 Brian Herrin Duo
June 7 The Unfortunate Sons
June 14 Lucas Beebe
June 21 Sons of Gladys Kravitz Lite
September 6 Dick Danger Band
September 13 TBA
Every Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, wine and music lovers can enjoy some of the best bands in the Midwest in Summerset Winery’s backyard (but you’ll feel like you’re on vacation!). $5 per person or $15 car load. Rain or shine the music goes on. Weather permitting, the bands will perform outside but on rainy days they bring the music inside. Kids are welcome.
SUNDAY TUNES LINEUP
May 26: Recoil
June 2: Opus Taylor
June 9: Jason Kincel Band
June 16: Jesse and the Medicine Men
June 23: Sons of Gladys Kravits
June 30: The Remedy
July 7: The A Sisters
July 14: The Unfortunate Sons
July 21: Dick Danger Band
July 28: Cover That
August 4: Matt Woods Band
August 11: Opus Taylor
August 18: The Sinclairs
August 25: Lucas Bebe
September 1: Matt Woods Band
Location: Polk City Town Square, 107 S 3rd St, Polk City, IA 50226
Months Open: May 30 to September 5, 2024
Hours: 4:00 to 8:00 pm
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.
Arrival/Reservations: Reservations available 5 pm – 7:30 pm (5 pm – 6:45 pm in September). Come early and stay late! Each group must reserve an ordering time.
Tickets: All ages are welcome, and a ticket is required for anyone age 12+. If tickets are sold out, check back as cancellations often occur during the week. Call 641.337.5019 or email Amy to get on the wait list.
Deposit: No deposit is required at this time. Please understand that we release a limited number of tickets each week so no-shows greatly impact our event and nonprofit operations.
Cancellations: Please let us know if you need to cancel for any reason by emailing Amy so we can accommodate someone on the wait list.
Directions
Westbound: Take the I-80 exit at Stuart then south to Hwy 92. Go west on Hwy 92 to the Henry A. Wallace Road (P-33). Another 5 miles south and turn right on 290th (1/4 mile gravel).
Eastbound: Take the Greenfield exit from I-80, south to Hwy 92, and about 5 miles east to the Henry A. Wallace Road (P-33). Another 5 miles south and turn right on 290th (gravel).
Check in & Ordering: Stop at the check-in station next to the Farmhouse to pick up your menus, then choose a space on the lawn for your group. Place orders at the ordering station in the Barn. A server will deliver your food and drinks. Sorry, no coolers, outside food or drink permitted. In an effort to reduce single-use plastics, bring your reusable water bottle and fill for free at our water cooler. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
Seating: Limited picnic tables are available first come, first served. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Shade is limited. Pop up tents should be erected at the edges of the lawn to not block views.
Weather: In case of rain, orders can be made to go. There is limited inside seating.
Trash & Recycling: Please watch for the different trash & recycling containers by the Gathering Barn and follow the instructions provided.
Pets: No pets except for service animals. Leashed dogs are typically welcome at the Wallace Farm outside of special events like Pizza on the Prairie.
Safety Practices: Please do not attend if you are feeling sick or have COVID symptoms. We will monitor changing conditions and may need to adjust protocols thru the season.
2024 Live Music Schedule
May 31: Les Goering, sponsored by FNB
June 7: Janis & Tim Falk, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
June 14: Rusted Steel String Band, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
June 21: Marilyn Jerome
June 28: Dewey Cantrell
July 5: Les Georing, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
July 12: Janis & Tim Falk
July 19: Rick Burke, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
July 26: Skip the Box Elders, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
August 2: Dewey Cantrell
August 9: Dan Holste, sponsored by FNB
August 16: Les Goering, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
August 23: Joel Kinser, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
August 30: Marilyn Jerome
Sept. 6: Rusted Steel String Band, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
Sept. 13: Julia Mullin
Sept. 20: Dan Holste
Sept. 27: Rick Burke, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
Subject to change without notice
Have you had a long week? Come unwind at Food Truck Friday!
Jump on the Greenbelt Trail and make your way to Campbell Park to enjoy music, food, and fun. Bring the whole family — the park has three playgrounds and plenty of green space.
Select Fridays 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Clive Parks and Recreation and Clive Chamber of Commerce
Music Schedule
May 17 Dueling Guitars w/ Brian Congdon and Brad Seidenfeld
May 24 Damon Dotson
May 31 Brian Herrin Duo
June 7 The Unfortunate Sons
June 14 Lucas Beebe
June 21 Sons of Gladys Kravitz Lite
September 6 Dick Danger Band
September 13 TBA
Open-air market that features farm fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade items, flowers and plants and more.
Months Open: June 1 to September 28, 2024 (no market on June 7th)
Hours: 7:00 to 11:00 am
Every Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, wine and music lovers can enjoy some of the best bands in the Midwest in Summerset Winery’s backyard (but you’ll feel like you’re on vacation!). $5 per person or $15 car load. Rain or shine the music goes on. Weather permitting, the bands will perform outside but on rainy days they bring the music inside. Kids are welcome.
SUNDAY TUNES LINEUP
May 26: Recoil
June 2: Opus Taylor
June 9: Jason Kincel Band
June 16: Jesse and the Medicine Men
June 23: Sons of Gladys Kravits
June 30: The Remedy
July 7: The A Sisters
July 14: The Unfortunate Sons
July 21: Dick Danger Band
July 28: Cover That
August 4: Matt Woods Band
August 11: Opus Taylor
August 18: The Sinclairs
August 25: Lucas Bebe
September 1: Matt Woods Band
Location: Polk City Town Square, 107 S 3rd St, Polk City, IA 50226
Months Open: May 30 to September 5, 2024
Hours: 4:00 to 8:00 pm
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.
Arrival/Reservations: Reservations available 5 pm – 7:30 pm (5 pm – 6:45 pm in September). Come early and stay late! Each group must reserve an ordering time.
Tickets: All ages are welcome, and a ticket is required for anyone age 12+. If tickets are sold out, check back as cancellations often occur during the week. Call 641.337.5019 or email Amy to get on the wait list.
Deposit: No deposit is required at this time. Please understand that we release a limited number of tickets each week so no-shows greatly impact our event and nonprofit operations.
Cancellations: Please let us know if you need to cancel for any reason by emailing Amy so we can accommodate someone on the wait list.
Directions
Westbound: Take the I-80 exit at Stuart then south to Hwy 92. Go west on Hwy 92 to the Henry A. Wallace Road (P-33). Another 5 miles south and turn right on 290th (1/4 mile gravel).
Eastbound: Take the Greenfield exit from I-80, south to Hwy 92, and about 5 miles east to the Henry A. Wallace Road (P-33). Another 5 miles south and turn right on 290th (gravel).
Check in & Ordering: Stop at the check-in station next to the Farmhouse to pick up your menus, then choose a space on the lawn for your group. Place orders at the ordering station in the Barn. A server will deliver your food and drinks. Sorry, no coolers, outside food or drink permitted. In an effort to reduce single-use plastics, bring your reusable water bottle and fill for free at our water cooler. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
Seating: Limited picnic tables are available first come, first served. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Shade is limited. Pop up tents should be erected at the edges of the lawn to not block views.
Weather: In case of rain, orders can be made to go. There is limited inside seating.
Trash & Recycling: Please watch for the different trash & recycling containers by the Gathering Barn and follow the instructions provided.
Pets: No pets except for service animals. Leashed dogs are typically welcome at the Wallace Farm outside of special events like Pizza on the Prairie.
Safety Practices: Please do not attend if you are feeling sick or have COVID symptoms. We will monitor changing conditions and may need to adjust protocols thru the season.
2024 Live Music Schedule
May 31: Les Goering, sponsored by FNB
June 7: Janis & Tim Falk, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
June 14: Rusted Steel String Band, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
June 21: Marilyn Jerome
June 28: Dewey Cantrell
July 5: Les Georing, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
July 12: Janis & Tim Falk
July 19: Rick Burke, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
July 26: Skip the Box Elders, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
August 2: Dewey Cantrell
August 9: Dan Holste, sponsored by FNB
August 16: Les Goering, sponsored by Greater Regional Health
August 23: Joel Kinser, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
August 30: Marilyn Jerome
Sept. 6: Rusted Steel String Band, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
Sept. 13: Julia Mullin
Sept. 20: Dan Holste
Sept. 27: Rick Burke, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank
Subject to change without notice
Have you had a long week? Come unwind at Food Truck Friday!
Jump on the Greenbelt Trail and make your way to Campbell Park to enjoy music, food, and fun. Bring the whole family — the park has three playgrounds and plenty of green space.
Select Fridays 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Sponsored by: Clive Parks and Recreation and Clive Chamber of Commerce
Music Schedule
May 17 Dueling Guitars w/ Brian Congdon and Brad Seidenfeld
May 24 Damon Dotson
May 31 Brian Herrin Duo
June 7 The Unfortunate Sons
June 14 Lucas Beebe
June 21 Sons of Gladys Kravitz Lite
September 6 Dick Danger Band
September 13 TBA
Kick off summer with West Des Moines Parks and Recreation and West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce! Two staple community events come together as one. This free family-friendly, rain-or-shine event will include a kid fun zone, a recreation and business vendor fair, live music, cardboard boat races, food trucks, and more! This event runs in conjunction with Cops and Bobbers, a free fishing event for all ages hosted by the West Des Moines Police Department. **Even though this is a FREE event to attend, please register so we know how many to plan for.
Open-air market that features farm fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade items, flowers and plants and more.
Months Open: June 1 to September 28, 2024 (no market on June 7th)
Hours: 7:00 to 11:00 am
Every Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, wine and music lovers can enjoy some of the best bands in the Midwest in Summerset Winery’s backyard (but you’ll feel like you’re on vacation!). $5 per person or $15 car load. Rain or shine the music goes on. Weather permitting, the bands will perform outside but on rainy days they bring the music inside. Kids are welcome.
SUNDAY TUNES LINEUP
May 26: Recoil
June 2: Opus Taylor
June 9: Jason Kincel Band
June 16: Jesse and the Medicine Men
June 23: Sons of Gladys Kravits
June 30: The Remedy
July 7: The A Sisters
July 14: The Unfortunate Sons
July 21: Dick Danger Band
July 28: Cover That
August 4: Matt Woods Band
August 11: Opus Taylor
August 18: The Sinclairs
August 25: Lucas Bebe
September 1: Matt Woods Band