Channel your inner Hallmark movie main character and go ice skating around Des Moines. Many areas have community rinks. Check out our guide to outdoor rinks and where you can rent ice skates and start skating! Most locations are open...
The kids are off school on January 20th for Martin Luther King Jr Day, hooray! It’s always nice to have a long weekend, but hopefully, you’re able to take some time to talk to your kids about why this...
I am currently sitting at my desk during a blizzard warning with kids begging to go sledding. They are specifically requesting a really big hill. While I may not know the biggest sledding hill in the Des Moines area,...
Let's go bowling! Grab the kids or make a date with some friends and stop by one of the many lanes around Des Moines. From old-school classics to modern entertainment venues, and even duckpin bowling, find a spot to...
It's a new year with new events plus annual fun. There are plenty of January events to start 2025 off right.  Let’s start the year with some fun! More Winter Fun in Des Moines Where to Go Sledding Ice Skating in Des Moines Winter...
Not sure how you're going to keep your kids entertained when you're stuck at home? We feel your pain! That's why we created this guide to indoor activities for kids. We hope it helps you stay sane when you...
Though it might be cold outside, there is no shortage of things to do this winter in Des Moines. Make a bucket list to help beat the winter blues! From winter-only events and unique things to do around Des Moines,...
Enjoy all Des Moines has to offer with winter-only fun. From ice skating to skiing, snowshoeing to sledding, there are places all over the metro to enjoy the winter, including lots of free options! Use this handy guide to find...
The fun and excitement from the holidays has dwindled and now you have many, many days to entertain your children. Having the kids home for winter break is fun, but also a little stressful. I am used to dropping...
How will you celebrate New Year's Eve this year? Ring in the New Year with family activities, adult-only festivities, or a little bit of both! There's lots of fun to be had around Des Moines to welcome 2025. New Year's...

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