Shake off the post-party glitter, grab some coffee and usher in 2024! dsm4kids has rounded up 24 things to do with the family on New Year’s Day in Des Moines. New Year’s Day is the perfect time to begin anew…
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Experience Gift Ideas for Your Kids this Holiday Season
Are your kids already drowning in a sea of toys and possessions? Consider the joy of experience gifts, a thoughtful option with advantages for kids, parents, and gift-givers alike. These gifts provide your child with the chance to forge lasting…
Read MoreHoliday Lights & Christmas Displays in Des Moines
All that’s merry and bright!!! Set a festive mood with friends and family this year by taking in the dazzling lights illuminated across the Des Moines metro and beyond. Whether taking in the lights are a holiday tradition or a…
Read MoreChristmas Tree Farms Near Des Moines
For many families, cutting down a Christmas tree is an annual tradition that marks the beginning of the holiday season. If you’re thinking of going the cut-your-own route this year, start your tree search by checking out our extensive list…
Read MoreBest Holiday Shows, Including the Nutcracker, for Des Moines Families
Holiday musicals and stage shows are some of our most beloved traditions this time of year. Starting in November and continuing through New Year’s, there are family-friendly shows and live performances on stages at community and professional theaters across central Iowa. If you have a budding…
Read MoreHoliday & Christmas Events for Des Moines Families
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the magic of the 2023 holiday season in the Des Moines area is full of holiday events and seasonal, family-friendly outings to keep your crew merry and create treasured holiday memories…
Read MoreHoliday Hullabaloo! Where the Magic of the Holidays Comes to Life
When Tracy White of Des Moines, Iowa started her events company 35 years ago, she never dreamed of creating an Iowa legacy event the likes of Holiday Hullabaloo. Today, as president at InnovativEvents, Inc., White and her merry band of…
Read MoreWhere Kids Can Visit Santa in Des Moines
Christmas in central Iowa is nothing short of magical. From tree lightings and holiday light displays to holiday shows and multiple iterations of the Nutcracker, Des Moines is the place to be during the holiday season. The biggest star of…
Read MoreCraft Fairs & Holiday Markets in Des Moines Offer Unique Holiday Shopping Opportunities
Beat the crowds this holiday season and pick up some unique, hand-crafted and vintage holiday gifts while you are at it! The Des Moines area is alive with dozens of local vintage and craft markets ready to do the stocking…
Read MoreWhere To Donate or Find FREE Toys this Holiday Season in the Des Moines Area
With the holidays around the corner, many non-profits are gearing up to organize free toy distribution programs to ensure that the 2023 holiday season stays joyful for struggling families. Here’s a list of some organizations that are distributing free toys to needy kids this…
Read MoreFun Places to Visit in Greater Des Moines with Kids Over the Holiday Break
This post is sponsored by Greater Des Moines Partnership. The Greater Des Moines region is packed with pockets to explore and enjoy! The truly great thing about living here is that whenever we need an excuse to get away, there…
Read MoreShop, Dine, Play & Stay in Downtown Des Moines this Holiday Season
This post is sponsored by Greater Des Moines Partnership. When someone asks, “What do you love about living in Des Moines?” I bet one of the first things you do is run through a mental list of local businesses: the…
Read More30 Fun Activities for Winter Break in Des Moines
After the excitement of the holidays, we find ourselves faced with many LONG winter break days ahead! Luckily, we have a whole bunch of fabulous ideas to keep everyone entertained – whether you prefer to venture out around town or…
Read MoreWinter Break Day Camps & Classes for Kids in Des Moines
Need to keep your children entertained during the upcoming holiday break? Check out these great winter break day camps and classes for kids. Holiday break is approaching fast, which typically means no school for the kids. If you’re needing a…
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