Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend
Molly Johnson on 10/14/2025

Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend

Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend: Friday, October 17th 2025 – Sunday, October 19th 2025Every weekend there are amazing Fun Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa! We have created a list of what we think are the most fun, most interesting family events in the Des Moines area this weekend – so yo

Holiday Shows in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 10/14/2025

Holiday Shows in Des Moines

Holiday Shows in Des Moines 2025The holiday season is truly a special time of year to catch a holiday musical or show in Des Moines, Iowa. You can make it a date night or you can include the entire family. Go to dinner at your favorite downtown Des Moines restaurant, catch your favorite holiday show

Small Business Saturday in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 10/14/2025

Small Business Saturday in Des Moines

Small Business Saturday in Des Moines 2025Small Business Saturday is November 29. I love that this day has become so well-known and supported.American Express designated that the first Saturday, after Thanksgiving, would be Small Business Saturday a few years ago.They did this as the United States w

Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in November
Jackie Fioritto on 10/14/2025

Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in November

Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in NovemberNovember is somehow here again. The days are getting shorter but the night is lit up with sparkles from the soon-to-be holiday cheer. Start your holiday shopping early, run at the Des Moines Turkey Trot, or experience Disney On Ice. Plan your November in D

Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos in Des Moines
Whitney Alaniz, MOT OTR/L on 10/13/2025

Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos in Des Moines

Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos in Des MoinesDia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a festival celebrated in Mexico and other places worldwide to honor loved ones who have passed away. It’s also a way to remind us to enjoy life. Although it’s called “dia” (day), it’s held over two days on November

Thanksgiving Fun in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 10/10/2025

Thanksgiving Fun in Des Moines

Thanksgiving Fun in Des Moines 2025All of the fun Halloween festivities have ended, don’t worry, though, some fun Thanksgiving traditions and events are happening in Des Moines, Iowa, this year. Check out these fun events and activities before or after Thanksgiving Day. We will be adding more events

Toy and Children’s Stores in Des Moines
Jackie Fioritto on 10/09/2025

Toy and Children’s Stores in Des Moines

Toy and Children’s Stores in Des Moines, IowaShop local toy stores this holiday season. It can be easy to order from Amazon or wander the shopping malls, but there are many local, small businesses that offer some of the best children’s toys, games, books, and more. From John Deere toys to sensory ac

Cheer at the Des Moines Marathon
Kaci Kennedy on 10/09/2025

Cheer at the Des Moines Marathon

Cheer at the Des Moines MarathonWe love watching the Des Moines marathon (and half) and cheering on all the runners! This year’s marathon is on October 19, 2025, starting at 8 a.m. Over the years, we have cheered many times and wanted to share some of the best tips we have gained. PreparationWe love

Free Fun at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland
Erin Huiatt on 10/09/2025

Free Fun at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland

Free Fun at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s WonderlandBack by popular demand, the Bass Pro Shop will be hosting its annual Santa’s Wonderland experience beginning November 1st through December 24th, 2025. We always love to make a stop at our local Bass Pro Shops (and Cabela’s stores) during the holiday seaso

Des Moines Holiday Markets + Local Shopping
Erin Huiatt on 10/09/2025

Des Moines Holiday Markets + Local Shopping

Des Moines Holiday Markets + Local ShoppingIt is the time of year for all the holiday shopping. Holiday markets, Christmas markets, and craft shows are a great way to support local vendors, local businesses, local artists, and more. Forget the big box stores and head to one of these special events t

Des Moines Dog Parks
Erin Huiatt on 10/08/2025

Des Moines Dog Parks

Des Moines Dog ParksWe love to explore the outdoors with our furry, four-legged friends! If you are a dog owner, you will want to add these dog parks in the Des Moines area to your list to explore. Before you visit please note that many may require a dog park permit, annual permits, and/or city pet

Top 7 Events to Kick off the Holiday Season in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 10/08/2025

Top 7 Events to Kick off the Holiday Season in Des Moines

Top 7 Events to Kick off the Holiday Season in Des MoinesDes Moines is the place to be during the holiday season. Des Moines and its surrounding communities offer many fun events, activities, and more every year. I have decided to break down my personal favorite events and/or things to do to get you

Sledding Fun in Des Moines, Iowa 
Erin Huiatt on 10/08/2025

Sledding Fun in Des Moines, Iowa 

Sledding Fun in Des Moines, Iowa Warmer months are out! When the snow falls in Des Moines, it comes in full force! One of our family’s favorite winter activities during the Winter months is sledding. Grab the snow tubes or sled and find the best sledding hill in Des Moines. But, where is the best pl

Indoor Fun at The Playground for Kids in Ankeny
Michelle Jarnagin on 10/08/2025

Indoor Fun at The Playground for Kids in Ankeny

With five giant inflatables and a huge tree house play structure, The Playground for Kids Ankeny is a super fun indoor playground near Des Moines. It’s just what you are looking for when you want a playplace during the colder months or an exciting birthday party idea. Indoor Fun at The Playground fo

Des Moines Parent Summer Camp Fair
Erin Huiatt on 10/08/2025

Des Moines Parent Summer Camp Fair

Des Moines Parent Summer Camp FairWe’re back for year five … at a NEW Location!Save the date! The Des Moines Parent Summer Camp Fair, sponsored by Paws & Pints, is celebrating its 5th year on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are so excited to bring this family-favorite event to

Join Iowa Wild for the 2025-26 Hockey Season
Sponsored Post on 10/07/2025

Join Iowa Wild for the 2025-26 Hockey Season

Join Iowa Wild for the 2025-26 Hockey SeasonThe Iowa Wild are gearing up to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season, presented by Kwik Star. The next generation of NHL stars begin their journey right here, in Des Moines! If you thought last year was exciting, this season promises better action and bigger

Best Decorated Halloween Displays in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 10/06/2025

Best Decorated Halloween Displays in Des Moines

Best Decorated Halloween Displays in Des MoinesWe all love the array of Christmas light displays that happen annually, but recently you may have noticed an increase in Halloween displays at houses, in neighborhoods, and at some known organizations in the Des Moines area. This would be a great way to

10 New Places to Try in Des Moines This Fall
Whitney Alaniz, MOT OTR/L on 10/02/2025

10 New Places to Try in Des Moines This Fall

10 New Places to Try in Des Moines This FallMy kids love trying new activities, and luckily, there are many exciting new places to explore in the Des Moines Metro this Fall. Check out our list of NEW activities and locations you won’t want to miss, including restaurants, playgrounds, toy stores, and

October Just Got Cooler at the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden
Erin Huiatt on 09/30/2025

October Just Got Cooler at the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden

October Just Got Cooler at the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical GardenHalloween in Des Moines is getting a spooky (and botanical!) twist this year. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is transforming into the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden all October long! With family-friendly activities, cr

Teen Activities in Des Moines
Jackie Fioritto on 09/30/2025

Teen Activities in Des Moines

Teen Activities in Des MoinesDo you have a tween or a teenager? One of the most common things I hear from parents is a list of activities and/or programs specifically geared towards teens. I have created this guide for teen activities in Des Moines. Have something to add? Please let me know. Our ext

Burke Park and Sprayground in Des Moines, Iowa
Erin Huiatt on 09/22/2025

Burke Park and Sprayground in Des Moines, Iowa

Burke Park and Sprayground in Des Moines, IowaBurke Park has a brand new sprayground added! This whimsical sprayground is a perfect pair with the already existing playground. This small and compact playground is perfect for the kids who like to take risks. Multiple hand holds and cut outs are placed

Halloween Events in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 09/22/2025

Halloween Events in Des Moines

Halloween in Des Moines 2025Celebrate the spooky season with one of these fun Halloween events happening in Des Moines. Kids of all ages will enjoy new events or even an old tradition. Grab your Halloween costumes, dress up, and head out to celebrate in Des Moines. Play fun games, enjoy non-scary tr

Fall Fun in Clear Lake, Iowa
Sponsored Post on 09/21/2025

Fall Fun in Clear Lake, Iowa

Fall Fun in Clear Lake, IowaHey, Des Moines families! As the temps dip and leaves start to change, it’s the perfect time for a quick fall getaway to Clear Lake—just 115 miles north of Des Moines. From pumpkin patches and haunted hikes to live music and lake views, this North Iowa favorite packs a lo

Beggars’ Night in Des Moines
Erin Huiatt on 09/21/2025

Beggars’ Night in Des Moines

Beggars’ Night in Des Moines & Surrounding Communities 2025Happy Halloween! Get your best Beggars’ Night jokes ready … trick-or-treat season is almost here in the Des Moines metro!In true Iowa fashion, our area has long had its own tradition of celebrating Beggars’ Night on October 30th instead of H