Kids Eat Free in Des MoinesAs parents, we try our hardest to plan and prep each week for meals for the whole family. But, let’s be honest our lives get busy with kid activities, homework, outdoor fun, and more. Plus, we just do not want to cook! Here is our ultimate guide to kids to eat free (and ot
Strawberry Picking in Des MoinesSkip the grocery store! Get your hands dirty and cross an item off your Summer Bucket List. Strawberry picking in Des Moines is the perfect summer activity for the whole family. There is nothing better than eating and baking with fresh produce. Below, you will find a
Free Fishing in Des Moines, IowaThings are getting fishy in Des Moines, Iowa. ‘Tis the season for fishing weather. One of our family’s favorite summer activities to create new memories! Iowa is blessed with miles of rivers and plenty of options to fish. Did you know that you are required to purchase
Discounted Summer Kids Movies in Des MoinesYou may have already seen the list of FREE Outdoor Movies being offered this summer throughout Des Moines.This is a list of super, discounted summer kid movies being offered at local theaters in Des Moines, Iowa.When Summer is in full swing, it can be hot a
Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend: Friday, May 9th 2025 – Sunday, May 11th 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 you can hav
Kid’s Guide to the Des Moines Arts Festival 2025One of our favorite central Iowa festivals is the Des Moines Arts Festival. It is free to attend and there is a ton offered for all ages. Here is a kid’s guide to the Des Moines Arts Festival this summer in Western Gateway Park. Make sure you add it to
Wading Pools, Fountains, Spraygrounds in Des Moines There are many places around Greater Des Moines to enjoy water play for free! Many days grabbing the entire family to head to the aquatic centers may not be ideal. Aquatic centers offer water slides, tube slides, lazy rivers, and more, but what if
Kayak and Canoe Rental in Des Moines, IowaKayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding are fun summer activities for the whole family in central Iowa! Whether you are looking for kayak rentals, different river floats, and excursions, paddleboard rentals, or canoe rentals, there are plenty of places to en
Dive Into Your Favorite Children’s Book at The Rabbit hOle in Kansas CityThe Kansas City area is one of our favorite places to travel to. We love exploring the big city, multiple museums, and hands-on attractions, and now there is something new to explore! The Rabbit hOle is an immersive museum that
Floating Waterpark at Monticello Jellystone in IowaWe are a big camping family and love to take our camper, Poppy, out on all sorts of adventures across Iowa and the Midwest. It has become a family tradition to check out new campgrounds each summer and the Monticello Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park has
Natural Playscapes in Des MoinesMy kids love parks, but I think they love natural playscapes (a natural playground) even more. With natural materials “loose parts” like stumps, rocks, and sticks, children of all ages can go crazy building different structures. Climbing logs and rocks never gets old
Fun Places to See Animals in Des Moines, IowaWe love to see and play with animals whenever we can! Maybe it is my old veterinary technician heart shining through, but it always brings me so much joy. My kids love it just as much. Recently, I discovered there are tons of great places to see and inter
Father’s Day in Des MoinesFather’s Day is a week away, falling on Sunday, June 15 this year. There are several ways to spend the day with your dad in Des Moines, Iowa. We have gathered a list of fun experiences to celebrate Dad and all the other fathers in your life. How are you celebrating Father’s
Explore Kuehn Conservation AreaKuehn (pronounced Keen) Conservation Area is not only a uniquely beautiful area with forest, restored prairie, and wildlife but also pays tribute to the Native Americans that once lived on the land. Learn about the historical significance and explore the 1000-acre area
Des Moines Best Hot Spots for Donut LoversWhere are my donut lovers!? Our family definitely loves a good, over-the-top donut. I can tell you I do not remember donuts being so extreme when I was little. Whether it be long johns, donut holes, cinnamon rolls, honey buns, bear claws, an apple fritter, o
Best Pizza in Des Moines, IowaMarinara sauce, gooey cheese, perfectly cooked crust. Nothing sends my kids running to the dinner table faster than shouting pizza! And because we live in the Midwest, where we learned this tradition, of course, we need the “good ranch” to dip our crust. Luckily there a
Valle Drive-In in Newton, IowaDrive-in movie theaters are few and far between. In Iowa, there are only four including the Valle Drive-In located in Newton, Iowa. My parents remember clearly going to the drive-in theater. I on the other hand only experienced it through Grease, one of my all-time favo
8 Family-Friendly Things to Do at Lake OkobojiI have lived in Iowa the majority of my life and I have not once made a visit to the Lake Okoboji area. Shocker, I know! It had definitely been on my bucket list, so this past Memorial Day we made a long weekend trip and explored all the things to do in
6 Farm Fresh Produce Spots in the Des Moines AreaDes Moines is often referred to as a big city with a small-town feel. One of the perks of living here is the ability to do city and country things without driving too far. Our favorite thing to do this time of year is to get fresh produce from farms a
15+ Pools and Aquatic Centers in Des MoinesWelcome warmer temps and outdoor pools! Bring on water slides, tube slides, a speed slide, the lazy river, and more. Here is a list of pools and aquatic centers in the greater Des Moines area including the Des Moines Parks and City of Des Moines pools. I ha
Outdoor Activities To Do in Central Iowa Iowa comes alive during the summer months. County fairs, outdoor concerts, hiking, water activities, festivals, local culture, fun patios, yearly events, and so, so much more! Most of our favorite outdoor adventures to do in Iowa are right here in Central Iow
10+ Best Parks Near Des Moines, IowaI’ve visited lots of parks in the Des Moines metro area and have put together a list of my personal top ten best parks near Des Moines Iowa! These parks include playgrounds, natural playscapes, ponds, splash pads, tire swings, sand pits, and much more. With some o
Summer Sensory Friendly and Inclusive Events in Des Moines 2025There are lots of fun summer events and activities scheduled in the Des Moines Metro that are inclusive for all families. Check out our list of events whether you are looking for sensory times for reduced noise and crowds, adaptive sport
Top 8 Things to Do This Spring in Des Moines for Adults Each month, we curate a list of 8 things to do around Des Moines. Well, kids don’t get to have all the fun. Parents need fun too! So we compiled a list of fun things for adults to do around Des Moines this spring. Whether your idea of fun is si
