Whether you’re looking for something to do over spring break or simply need to escape for a day this spring, we’ve got a few exciting ideas for you, all within a day’s drive from Des Moines. From historical towns to…
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Your Guide to Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Kids in Des Moines
Each holiday brings the opportunity to participate in unique celebrations with your kids. St. Patrick’s Day has no shortage of fun festivities. Whether you’re lucky enough to be Irish or just love celebrating the holiday, there are plenty of kid-friendly…
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Spring Break Guide: Ideas for Family Fun Around Des Moines
Yes, you read that right… SPRING! Even though we recently experienced a “fake spring,” real spring will hopefully be here in no time. If you’re worried about keeping your kids entertained over spring break, worry no more, we’ve got you…
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Spring Break Camps & Classes for Des Moines Kids
School holidays seem to pile up this time of the year. You’ve just gotten back into your routine and its already time to plan for spring break, which runs from March 11-15, 2024 for most public school kids in the…
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5 Easy Spring Break Getaways for Families in Iowa
Spring break is coming, and while it’s tempting to escape to a warmer climate, a tropical vacation may not fit your schedule or budget. Luckily, Iowa is packed with fun family trip destinations that are easy to get to (and…
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Spring Break 2020: Things to Do on a DSM Staycation With Kids
Find 2021 Spring Break events and activities here. With spring in the air and spring break on the horizon, some parents may be dreaming of a far-flung destination. But if bank accounts or scheduling constraints make local family outings more doable, we’ve pulled together a gold…
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St. Patrick’s Day 2020: Your Guide to Family Friendly Events & Activities in Des Moines
Find 2021 St. Patrick’s Day events and activities here. Here comes Saint Patrick’s Day; time to brush up the Irish brogue for the one time per year (unless you’re really Irish) that you use it. The holiday is Tuesday, March 17, 2020…
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Spring Break 2020: Camps & Classes for Des Moines Kids
Most public and private schools in central Iowa have a one-week spring break, during which parents need to keep the kids busy. Fortunately, the Des Moines area has no shortage of camp options for the school break, which runs from…
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March 2019: Des Moines Kid n’ Play List
It’s hard to believe March is almost here, hopefully bringing with it warmer days and signs of spring all around Des Moines. One thing that doesn’t change with the season is our overflowing events calendar, but we’re making it easy…
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2019: Spring Break in Des Moines
Find 2021 Spring Break events and activities here. Worried about keeping the kids entertained over spring break? We know it’s daunting, but we’ve also got it covered for you. If you’re sticking around Des Moines, there’s plenty to keep every age…
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2019: Family Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Events in Des Moines
Find 2021 St. Patrick’s Day events and activities here. If your days of celebrating until you’re green around the gills on St. Patrick’s Day are a distant memory, don’t worry: There are plenty of family-friendly ways to mark the holiday…
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Spring Break Activities at the State Historical Museum of Iowa
My family and I had the opportunity to visit the State Historical Museum of Iowa this morning and preview all of the fun activities they have planned for the upcoming Spring Break Week. If you haven’t visited the Museum in…
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