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dsm4kids Events Calendar

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.

May
11
Sat
Count Down to Opening Day @ Heritage Carousel
May 11 @ 12:00 pm
Be sure to get your tickets prior to the event! Ticket sales will close 24 hours before the event.
Choose from 3 days of rides and snacks as we countdown to Opening Day!
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
Saturday, May 11th — Noon to 2pm
Saturday, May 18th — 11am to 1pm
Sunday, May 19th — 1pm to 3pm
Tickets are $20 per person
or
Group of 4 Tickets for $75
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
With your ticket purchase get unlimited rides during the event with snacks and drinks. Plus, preview the 2024 merchandise from the Carousel and get 10% off our 25th Anniversary merch like t-shirts, stickers, and more! We’re proud to be a vibrant part of the Union Park and Des Moines community.
Disclaimer:
If we don’t meet our minimum capacity to hold each event, you will be notified and will be able to choose between a partial refund of your ticket and/or Carousel merchandise. This is a donation to the Heritage Carousel and all funds raised will support us in our 2024 season with things like maintenance and keeping rides for kids at .50 cents! The Heritage Carousel is a not-for-profit 501(c) 3, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed.
May
18
Sat
Count Down to Opening Day @ Heritage Carousel
May 18 @ 11:00 am
Be sure to get your tickets prior to the event! Ticket sales will close 24 hours before the event.
Choose from 3 days of rides and snacks as we countdown to Opening Day!
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
Saturday, May 11th — Noon to 2pm
Saturday, May 18th — 11am to 1pm
Sunday, May 19th — 1pm to 3pm
Tickets are $20 per person
or
Group of 4 Tickets for $75
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
With your ticket purchase get unlimited rides during the event with snacks and drinks. Plus, preview the 2024 merchandise from the Carousel and get 10% off our 25th Anniversary merch like t-shirts, stickers, and more! We’re proud to be a vibrant part of the Union Park and Des Moines community.
Disclaimer:
If we don’t meet our minimum capacity to hold each event, you will be notified and will be able to choose between a partial refund of your ticket and/or Carousel merchandise. This is a donation to the Heritage Carousel and all funds raised will support us in our 2024 season with things like maintenance and keeping rides for kids at .50 cents! The Heritage Carousel is a not-for-profit 501(c) 3, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed.
May
19
Sun
Count Down to Opening Day @ Heritage Carousel
May 19 @ 1:00 pm
Be sure to get your tickets prior to the event! Ticket sales will close 24 hours before the event.
Choose from 3 days of rides and snacks as we countdown to Opening Day!
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
Saturday, May 11th — Noon to 2pm
Saturday, May 18th — 11am to 1pm
Sunday, May 19th — 1pm to 3pm
Tickets are $20 per person
or
Group of 4 Tickets for $75
GET TICKETS ON OUR WEBSITE: heritagecarousel.org
With your ticket purchase get unlimited rides during the event with snacks and drinks. Plus, preview the 2024 merchandise from the Carousel and get 10% off our 25th Anniversary merch like t-shirts, stickers, and more! We’re proud to be a vibrant part of the Union Park and Des Moines community.
Disclaimer:
If we don’t meet our minimum capacity to hold each event, you will be notified and will be able to choose between a partial refund of your ticket and/or Carousel merchandise. This is a donation to the Heritage Carousel and all funds raised will support us in our 2024 season with things like maintenance and keeping rides for kids at .50 cents! The Heritage Carousel is a not-for-profit 501(c) 3, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed.
May
25
Sat
Opening Day @ Heritage Carousel
May 25 @ 11:00 am
Join us Saturday, May 25th, 2024, for Opening Day at The Heritage Carousel.
11:00 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Located in Union Park — 1801 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines
Rides are ALWAYS .50 cents for kids and kids at heart.
Or get a Season Pass for the whole family – just $49!
Find season passes at heritagecarousel.org/shop/p/season-pass
Season passes, sponsors and donors keeps our Carousel spinning! Consider a donation at heritagecarousel.org/donate.
Get involved by emailing us at information@heritagecarousel.org.
We hope to see you there!