Find an updated list of 2021 fall activities here. Des Moines is the place to be this fall. From pumpkin patches and scenic foliage drives to spooky haunted houses and fun festivals, we’ll help you put the awesome in autumn…
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Apple Orchards Near Des Moines – 2019 Edition
Find an updated list for 2021 here. Starting just after Labor Day weekend and continuing through the fall, orchards in Central Iowa offer families the chance to pick their own apples. Many apple picking orchards also host cool kids’ attractions…
Read MoreDes Moines Fall Festival Guide – 2019 Edition
Find an updated list 2021 Fall Festivals here. The air is crisp, the apples are almost ripe, and the fall festival season is about to get underway! We’ve rounded up 22 great harvest fests in the Des Moines area, all…
Read MoreSeptember 2019: Des Moines Kid n’ Play List
Summer is wrapping up, the weather is starting to cool down, and, let’s face it, most kids are bummed that they’re back in school. So why not make the transition to fall a bit easier by scheduling some fun, family…
Read MoreRestaurants and Caterers that Serve Thanksgiving Dinner in Des Moines
Updated for 2023 Thanksgiving is a time for celebrating with loved ones while savoring hearty fare. While that might involve sliding an extra leaf into the dining room table, it could also mean a quick jaunt to a local restaurant or…
Read More25 Perfect Fall Family Day Trips from Des Moines
With fall upon us, we’re craving more than just a change of seasons. Sometimes, fresh scenery—even just for a day—can do wonders to reboot and re-energize the whole family. Whether fall in your house means an afternoon harvesting nature’s bounty at…
Read More2018: Go on a Guided Hike this Fall in Des Moines
Find a list of 2019 fall hikes here. Hiking around Des Moines and its surrounding areas is one of our favorite active pastimes; there’s just nothing quite like exploring the great outdoors with your kiddos and watching as they discover…
Read MoreSeptember 2018: Des Moines Kid n’ Play List
Just because the kids are back in school doesn’t mean all of the fun has to come to a screeching halt. September brings with it fall festivals, apple picking, football games, and many other fun outings. Our Event Calendar is a wonderful…
Read MoreGirls on the Run of Central Iowa: Fall Registration Now Open
Girls on the Run of Central Iowa’s registration for the fall season is now open. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that inspires girls in 3rd through 8th grade to be joyful, healthy and…
Read More5 Fall Treats to Try in Des Moines
I don’t know about you, but the cooler weather has me craving something sweet. So, I’ve been on a mission to find the most delicious fall foods in Des Moines. After sampling each of these tasty autumnal indulgences, I will…
Read MoreA Perfect Fall Day in Des Moines
After summer, fall is my next favorite season in Des Moines. A perfect fall day to me, isn’t anything too complicated. Something good to eat (always tops on my list?), a little bit of outdoor time or a quick day…
Read More5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Fall with Your Family
Fall is a time to celebrate! From the pumpkins to the beautiful changing colors to the tricking and the treating, it is an opportunity to spend some quality time together as a family. Below we’ve listed a few ideas to…
Read MoreDay Trip to Beaverdale
Tree lined streets, the famous Beaverdale brick homes, a great shopping district and a host of fun community events…can you think of a better way to spend a fall day than in Beaverdale? As one of Des Moines’ most vibrant…
Read More2017 Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Iowa
Oktoberfest is a traditional German festival held from the end of September through the first Sunday in October (September 16 – October 3, 2017). It’s a time to enjoy Bavarian food and beer, learn how to dance the polka, and…
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