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.
Let’s-a go! Get Air will be transforming into the Mushroom Kingdom to provide non-stop fun and games for jumpers under 46 inches tall.There will be games, activities and prizes for kids under ’46 inches and their parents/guardians! Don’t press pause – dress up as your favorite game character, hop into your cart and race to the finish line for this special Toddler Time event!
For kids 46′ and under and their parents/guardians.
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Holiday Hullabaloo is an INDOOR, all immersive, family-friendly holidays experience that will surprise and delight guests of all ages this holiday season. The event is held Nov. 29- Dec. 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Holiday Hullabaloo is an InnovativEvents production benefitting Dorothy’s House— a local nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking in Iowa.
With all the activities and live entertainment you are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Here is just a few things to do at the Holiday Hullabaloo:
- Photos with Santa
- Santa’s Workshop
- Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen
- Toyland (Lego Build Station)
- Sock Ice Skating Rink
- Snowball Fight Arena
- Meet Jack Frost, Susie Snowflake, The Sugar Plum Fairy, and Toy Soldier and so much more!
To purchase tickets or view a complete schedule of the festivities, visit www.holidayhullabaloo.com. For those interested in children’s groups or private parties, please contact info@HolidayHullabaloo.com.
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Holiday Hullabaloo is an INDOOR, all immersive, family-friendly holidays experience that will surprise and delight guests of all ages this holiday season. The event is held Nov. 29- Dec. 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Holiday Hullabaloo is an InnovativEvents production benefitting Dorothy’s House— a local nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking in Iowa.
With all the activities and live entertainment you are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Here is just a few things to do at the Holiday Hullabaloo:
- Photos with Santa
- Santa’s Workshop
- Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen
- Toyland (Lego Build Station)
- Sock Ice Skating Rink
- Snowball Fight Arena
- Meet Jack Frost, Susie Snowflake, The Sugar Plum Fairy, and Toy Soldier and so much more!
To purchase tickets or view a complete schedule of the festivities, visit www.holidayhullabaloo.com. For those interested in children’s groups or private parties, please contact info@HolidayHullabaloo.com.
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Friday and Saturday – 7 PM to 10 PM
Price – $15 for 2 Hours, $20 for 3 Hours
Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with your friends, and JUMPING on trampolines!
Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years old. Jumpers under 9 years old will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Jumpers under the age of 18 will need a signed waiver from their parent or guardian, fill out your waiver at the park or online.
Holiday Hullabaloo is an INDOOR, all immersive, family-friendly holidays experience that will surprise and delight guests of all ages this holiday season. The event is held Nov. 29- Dec. 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Holiday Hullabaloo is an InnovativEvents production benefitting Dorothy’s House— a local nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking in Iowa.
With all the activities and live entertainment you are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Here is just a few things to do at the Holiday Hullabaloo:
- Photos with Santa
- Santa’s Workshop
- Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen
- Toyland (Lego Build Station)
- Sock Ice Skating Rink
- Snowball Fight Arena
- Meet Jack Frost, Susie Snowflake, The Sugar Plum Fairy, and Toy Soldier and so much more!
To purchase tickets or view a complete schedule of the festivities, visit www.holidayhullabaloo.com. For those interested in children’s groups or private parties, please contact info@HolidayHullabaloo.com.
Join us for a free trial of our in-person group piano lessons!
This free trial will introduce you to our accredited School Year program, which features weekly group lessons AND four one-on-one lessons for a personalized learning experience.
Our beginner classes are for ages 6-13.
Sign up for our free trial today and watch your child begin their musical journey!
https://arrowacademyofmusic.co
Join us for a free trial of our in-person group guitar lessons!
This free trial will introduce you to our accredited School Year program, which features weekly group lessons AND four one-on-one lessons for a personalized learning experience.
Our beginner classes are for ages 10-15.
Sign up for our free trial today!
https://arrowacademyofmusic.co
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Holiday Hullabaloo is an INDOOR, all immersive, family-friendly holidays experience that will surprise and delight guests of all ages this holiday season. The event is held Nov. 29- Dec. 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Holiday Hullabaloo is an InnovativEvents production benefitting Dorothy’s House— a local nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking in Iowa.
With all the activities and live entertainment you are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Here is just a few things to do at the Holiday Hullabaloo:
- Photos with Santa
- Santa’s Workshop
- Mrs. Claus’s Kitchen
- Toyland (Lego Build Station)
- Sock Ice Skating Rink
- Snowball Fight Arena
- Meet Jack Frost, Susie Snowflake, The Sugar Plum Fairy, and Toy Soldier and so much more!
To purchase tickets or view a complete schedule of the festivities, visit www.holidayhullabaloo.com. For those interested in children’s groups or private parties, please contact info@HolidayHullabaloo.com.
Bundle up this winter and stroll through the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park from November 26, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The park features a large custom-built train, larger-than-life ornamental displays, an ice-skating rink, and holiday-themed events and all season long. The park is lit with more than 50,000 holiday lights and we’re hosting special events all season long!
Friday and Saturday – 7 PM to 10 PM
Price – $15 for 2 Hours, $20 for 3 Hours
Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with your friends, and JUMPING on trampolines!
Light up your weekend with Club Air! Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of dance music, fun with friends, and JUMPING on trampolines! This time is best for Big Air jumpers (over 46”) and over 9 years old. Jumpers under 9 years old will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Jumpers under the age of 18 will need a signed waiver from their parent or guardian, fill out your waiver at the park or online.