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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.

Aug
31
Sat
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Aug 31 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
1
Sun
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 1 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
2
Mon
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 2 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
7
Sat
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
8
Sun
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 8 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
14
Sat
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am

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.

Sep
15
Sun
Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow @ Renaissance Park at Sleepy Hollow
Sep 15 @ 10:00 am

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.