Trunk or Treat in Des Moines 2025If you have younger children, you may be looking for some other options besides Beggars’ Night. Trunk or Treat is another wonderful Halloween event that is a family-friendly free event. Des Moines area businesses and organizations may offer a costume contest, scaveng
Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend: Friday, September 19th 2025 – Sunday, September 21st 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 – s
Date Night: Pop-Up Halloween Bar in Des Moines, IowaDate night, but make it spooky! The Des Moines metro is popping up with some fun Halloween-themed bars and restaurants this season. What is a pop-up Halloween bar? It is when local restaurants and bars get in the Halloween spirit and decorate their
Reiman Gardens, located just across the parking lot from Jack Trice Stadium, is a year-round attraction that families should visit. You can enjoy 1,000 different butterflies of different species in an enclosed butterfly wing. Situated on a 17-acre site you will find distinct gardens all over with se
Phantom Fall Fest for Families at Adventureland in Des Moines, IowaPhantom Fall Fest has been around for a few years now in the Des Moines metro. This Halloween-inspired event is held at Adventureland Park. To be honest, this event has not been at the top of our list because we are not the biggest t
Halloween Costumes in Des MoinesIt is about that time! Whether it is for your child or yourself, it is costume season. There are many options in the greater Des Moines area to grab the perfect costume for Beggars’ Night, for the next Halloween party, at the pumpkin patches, or for the office costume
Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in OctoberPumpkins are popping up on every porch, there is crisp morning air, and leaves are starting to fall. Celebrate the season with fall festivals, Halloween events, and all things fall. Plan your October in Des Moines today.Bookmark these other Halloween resour
Good Food, Great Company: Where to Eat in AltoonaMeeting friends for lunch? Planning a family night out? Grabbing a bite after work? Altoona’s restaurant scene has something for every appetite and every kind of get-together. With more than 50 restaurants to choose from, including family-owned gems,
Coronado Park in Urbandale, IowaCoronado Park is the perfect neighborhood pirate themed playground for bigger kids! This brand new playground offers so many unique ways to climb. Your elementary kids will absolutely love the belt ninja warrior wall! Kids can run up the steep belt and try to pull the
Fall Sensory Friendly and Inclusive Events in Des Moines 2025Fall events and activities are in full swing in Des Moines, Iowa. We have gathered events that are sensory-friendly and inclusive in hopes of helping all families plan their fall season. If you have an event to add please let us know! Ask
Sensory Friendly and Inclusive Fun in the Des Moines MetroThere are many fun activities around the Des Moines Metro to do together as a family. However, for families who have children with disabilities, it can be hard to know which places will be accessible. We have collected a list of inclusive pla
Consignment Stores and Events for Children in Des Moines, Iowa 2024A lesson that should be taught in all new parent classes is the amount of clothing your children will go through. The newborn clothes, growth spurts, stains, and the list goes on. I have been slowly learning all these lessons as a mo
Margaritaville Kansas City: The Perfect Moms’ Getaway in the MidwestSometimes moms just need a break. A chance to trade in the carpool line, sports schedules, and laundry piles for cocktails, sunshine, and uninterrupted conversation with girlfriends. If you’ve been searching for the perfect Midwest
Take a Deep Breath and Disconnect: A Family Trip Through Northern Indiana’s Amish CountrySometimes the best family adventures are the ones where you can truly slow down, breathe a little deeper, and step into a whole new way of life. Just a short road trip from Central Iowa, Northern Indiana’s LaGra
Explore the Rich History of the Jordan House MuseumThe Jordan House is a Victorian Home listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. It is the oldest structure in West Des Moines and one of the oldest in Polk Coun
The Little Gym: The Best First Step for Active, Confident KidsFall is the perfect time to start something new. If you are looking for a place in Des Moines where your little one can move, play, and learn in a safe, nurturing environment, The Little Gym of Johnston might just be your family’s new hap
Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in September Summer is quickly coming to an official end, but the festivals are in full swing. This month, attend a music festival, Oktoberfest, or Applefest at Living History Farms. Plan your September in Des Moines today.Des Moines Parent Family Fun Day Address: Br
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
Des Moines Fall Festivals 2025The leaves will begin changing colors and temperatures will be dropping, which means it is my favorite season of all, Fall! This time of year is a time for fall family fun whether that be taking a drive to take in the fall foliage, heading to the pumpkin patches and pic
A New Survey Shows More Parents Are Choosing to Guide Their Kids Education ThemselvesBack to school is about to be in session for much of the country, and with it comes a fresh wave of supply shopping, schedule changes, and, for many parents, reflection on what their children are actually learning.
Bubbly Bar & Bistro at the Iowa State Fair: A Hilltop Haven for FamiliesIf you’re looking for the perfect spot to relax, refuel, and enjoy a little shade during your Iowa State Fair adventure, look no further than Bubbly Bar & Bistro. Perched at the top of the hill, just above the bustling fair stre
Children’s Entrepreneur Market is Coming to Iowa!What if your child could sell their handmade bracelets, baked goods, or original art at a real market—interacting with customers, making change, and proudly explaining their product?That’s exactly what happens at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market, a
Action! Catch a Show at the Des Moines PlayhouseLooking for a fun family outing or date night idea? Head to the Des Moines Playhouse for an incredible show. The 2025-26 lineup is filled with shows you will not want to miss. Season tickets are currently on sale now.Take a look at the Des Moines Playh
Fall Festival at Bloomsbury Farm in IowaOne of our favorite parts of fall is exploring fun seasonal festivals and farms. Whether it be swimming in a corn pool, taking all the Instagram-worthy photo ops, or eating fall-themed treats it is the perfect time to celebrate. Bloomsbury Farm located in Atki
