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…
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Holiday 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…
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Holiday 2020: Best Spots for Pictures with Santa this Christmas in Des Moines
Find 2021 Santa photos spots and events and activities here. Like everything else this year, your traditional visit to see Santa and take a photo will look a bit different. Several local malls plan to put Santa behind a clear…
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2018: Countdown to Christmas in Des Moines
Find 2021 Christmas & Holiday events and activities here. Waiting and preparing for Christmas can be almost as magical and fun as the holiday itself. Counting down the days builds suspense for the big holiday and rewards your kids with…
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Say, “Thank You Santa!” with a FREE Printable from dsm4kids
The other morning my daughter and I were having a conversation at breakfast and she mentioned something about sending Santa a Christmas Card. My reaction, “Umm, you didn’t send Santa a Christmas card, you sent him a list of things…
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Santa Watch! How Kids Can Track Santa in Des Moines
For many families, one of their Christmas traditions is tracking Santa Claus’s progress on Christmas Eve using a Santa Tracker. Here’s a few ways kids can keep tabs on the big guy’s progress as he makes his way across Iowa.
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Tips 4 a Family Fun Day on the Santa Express
Updated for 2023 If you’re looking for a holiday adventure, we’ve got just the ticket! The Santa Express at the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad is the merriest holiday train experience in Central Iowa, complete with Santa, his elves, hot…
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