Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in February
Cozy up with your sweetheart this month and cheer on the Iowa Wild, dream of warmer temps at the Des Moines Home & Garden Show, or enjoy The Price is Right Live! Let go of the winter blues and plan your February in Des Moines today.
Iowa Wild
Address: Wells Fargo Arena, 233 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
When:
- Saturday, February 1st, 6:00 PM (Coca-Cola concert series-XOLEX)
- Friday, February 14th, 7:00 PM ($2 beers)
- Saturday, February 15th, 6:00 PM (Coca-Cola concert series-June Bug DSM)
- Monday, February 17th, 7:00 PM ($1 hot dogs)
- Wednesday, February 26th, 7:00 PM (When Wild win, you get a free ticket to a future game)
Cost: Tickets start at $18 each (Ages 2 and older must have a ticket). Snag your tickets here!
Superhero’s Pajama Party
Address: Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge, 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
When: Saturday, February 1st, 8:00 AM-10:00 AM
Cost: $10 for adults (18+) and $15 for children (4-6)
Join West Des Moines Parks & Recreation for Superhero’s Pajama Party at Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge. Dress in your favorite superhero costume or pajamas and be ready for some fun. There will be a delicious breakfast, games, and crafts to make superhero masks. All children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Snow Ball
Address: Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
When: Saturday, February 1st, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Cost: $10 per person. Register here
Join Des Moines Parks & Recreation at Snow Ball. Bring your child for dancing, photos, art projects, science exhibits and a chocolate fondue station! Each child will receive a carnation flower. Dress in your best and make memories together.
Chinese New Year
Address: Jester Park Nature Center, 12130 NW 128th St, Granger, IA 50109
When: Sunday, February 9th, 10:30 AM-12:00 PM AND 12:30-2:00 PM
Cost: Free but must register
Celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Jester Park Nature Center. This is the year of the snake. During this program, you will learn all about the history of the Chinese New Year, similarities between the Chinese zodiac and Western astrology, and snakes. Shadow Fist Kung Fu will be back again for a live lion dance and kung fu demonstration.
Des Moines Home & Garden Show
Address: Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
When:
- Thursday, February 13th, 12:00 PM-9:00 PM
- Friday, February 14th, 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
- Saturday, February 15th, 9:00 AM-8:00 PM
- Sunday, February 16th, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (Teacher day-free admission for educators and school staff)
Cost:
- Adult: $12
- Child (7-12): $4
- 4 Pack: $42
- Hero Appreciation all weekend: : Free admission for all all active military personnel, veterans, firefighters, medical professionals, police officers, & other first responders
Start dreaming about spring and attend the Des Moines Home + Garden Show. Meander through the seven feature gardens for landscaping inspirations, shop at the Made in Iowa Market, learn from local professionals on a variety of home and garden topics, or just enjoy a break from winter. The Made in Iowa Market is back by popular demand and expanding to 25 vendors. The vendor products range from soaps and candles to hand cut metal art. The Rose Farm Inspiration Stage will host celebrity guests and DIY experts. Chelsea and Cole DeBoer will speak Friday at 6:00 PM and Saturday at 12:00 PM. Rose Farm is bringing the farm to the show with presentations on Farm to Table Dinners, the Art of Pie Making, Farm School for Kids and All Things Floral. The Art Terrarium will host DIY sessions on creating potted plants.
Des Moines Parent Summer Camp Fair
Address: Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
When: Saturday, February 15th, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Cost: Free
It’s time to plan your summer activities! Attend the Des Moines Parent Summer Camp Fair. This annual event, sponsored by the Valley Community Center, is a great chance for parents to discover summer camp options, register for camps, and enjoy freebies. Parents can visit each vendor to learn more about their program and children will get to do a free activity at each vendor. Also, the first 100 families will get a swag bag! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. The last hour will be a sensory-friendly time with the help of our sponsor the Midwest Autism Services. Learn more about what to expect here.
Wellmark YMCA Red Flannel Run
Address: 501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
When: Saturday, February 15th, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Cost: 1 mile family run-$11.60, 5K-$43.40, 10K-$54
Dress up in your red flannel attire and get ready to run! Red Flannel Run is Wellmark’s YMCA’s biggest fundraiser and all proceeds go towards making the YMCA facilities and programming accessible to all. The run started 36 years ago with two single guys that didn’t have dates for Valentine’s Day. Now, it is seen as the unofficial kickoff to the outdoor race season. Keep up your new year’s resolution and try the 5K or 10K option.
The Price is Right Live!
Address: Vibrant Music Hall, 2938 Grand Prairie Pkwy, Waukee, IA 50263
When: Tuesday, February 25th, 7:30 PM
Cost: Tickets start at $59 each
Come on down to The Price is Right Live! Enjoy this interactive, live (not televised) version of the legendary show. This family-friendly show will feature your favorite games, prizes and all the excitement you love. Randomly selected audience members will get to play games along with the celebrity host. Must be at least 18 years old to play.