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.
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Free for children ages 12 and younger. Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Spring Fling. May 11-12 & 18-19. 10am – 6pm rain or shine. Visit our village and partake in mirth and mayhem, enjoy a turkey leg, some shopping & cheer at the joust.
It’s time for a turkey leg, a cup of meade, a freshly squeezed lemonade or any number of treats fit for a King. It’s time to cheer for your favorite jouster, learn about birds of prey, watch an expert play with fire or just laugh your tail off at a comedy show. It’s time to shop for one of a kind merchandise at one of our 60+ shops. It’s time to learn skills from a living history encampment group. It’s time for the Spring Fling Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow. Don’t miss the fun!!!
Free for children ages 12 and younger. Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Spring Fling. May 11-12 & 18-19. 10am – 6pm rain or shine. Visit our village and partake in mirth and mayhem, enjoy a turkey leg, some shopping & cheer at the joust.
It’s time for a turkey leg, a cup of meade, a freshly squeezed lemonade or any number of treats fit for a King. It’s time to cheer for your favorite jouster, learn about birds of prey, watch an expert play with fire or just laugh your tail off at a comedy show. It’s time to shop for one of a kind merchandise at one of our 60+ shops. It’s time to learn skills from a living history encampment group. It’s time for the Spring Fling Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow. Don’t miss the fun!!!
Free for children ages 12 and younger. Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Spring Fling. May 11-12 & 18-19. 10am – 6pm rain or shine. Visit our village and partake in mirth and mayhem, enjoy a turkey leg, some shopping & cheer at the joust.
It’s time for a turkey leg, a cup of meade, a freshly squeezed lemonade or any number of treats fit for a King. It’s time to cheer for your favorite jouster, learn about birds of prey, watch an expert play with fire or just laugh your tail off at a comedy show. It’s time to shop for one of a kind merchandise at one of our 60+ shops. It’s time to learn skills from a living history encampment group. It’s time for the Spring Fling Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow. Don’t miss the fun!!!
Free for children ages 12 and younger. Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Spring Fling. May 11-12 & 18-19. 10am – 6pm rain or shine. Visit our village and partake in mirth and mayhem, enjoy a turkey leg, some shopping & cheer at the joust.
It’s time for a turkey leg, a cup of meade, a freshly squeezed lemonade or any number of treats fit for a King. It’s time to cheer for your favorite jouster, learn about birds of prey, watch an expert play with fire or just laugh your tail off at a comedy show. It’s time to shop for one of a kind merchandise at one of our 60+ shops. It’s time to learn skills from a living history encampment group. It’s time for the Spring Fling Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow. Don’t miss the fun!!!
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.
The 19th Annual Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow Begins August 31! Join Us for 3 Weekends of Fun for Kids of All Ages!
- Celtic Ceilidah – a celebration of dance and culture plus Highland Games.
- Dungeons, Dragons, Wizards, and Fae – a Ren Faire fantasy weekend.
- Pirates, (steam)Punks, and Pets.
Gate Ticket Prices: $20 – Adult
Child (12 and under): Free with paid adult
Season Pass (Adult): $40
Parking $10. Tickets purchased online include free parking.
This year there’s a total of 34 stage and street acts, which change each weekend. Food options include turkey legs, funnel cakes, maple bacon rashers and much more. Quench your thirst with lemonade, homemade root beer or mead and other adult beverages. In between catching the acts and savoring the food delights, browse the 60+ shops and tents for wares equally tempting.
For more information, visit www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com.