The unsung heroes of easy, affordable, and fun summer entertainment are local county fairs! While the Iowa State Fair might be the country's most popular fair (see my satirical post on why you should NOT visit the Iowa State...
RAGBRAI is coming through Des Moines this year on July 26! This long-standing Iowa tradition puts thousands of bikers from all over the world in the middle of our two-lane roads, flanked by cornfields.
It sounds ridiculous, right? But, it's...
Celebrate the 4th of July around Des Moines with parades, carnivals, music, and lots of summer treats!
July 1 | Independence Day + Historic Baseball, Living History Farms
Celebrate a historic Independence Day in the town of Walnut Hill. 1876 marks...
Spend an afternoon surrounded by colorful blooms at one of the many flower farms around Des Moines. From cut-your-own, to pre-made bouquets and even flower CSAs, if you love fresh-cut flowers, it's easy to surround yourself with them.
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Find fun for the whole family at Des Moines Performing Arts’ FREE outdoor events this summer!
For the third year, Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) is hosting a series of FREE outdoor events this summer. There’s something for everyone this...
We Love summer in Des Moines! We've got you covered from pools, outdoor movies, and farmers markets to berry picking, road races, and parades.
Warmer days are here and there’s no better summer outing than a bike ride. According to Bike Iowa, we have 335 trails that span 3,173 miles all throughout Iowa and our kids have grown up on them.
Tips for Biking...
Is your spring calendar packed with practices and games? As a mom of three boys, we spend A LOT of time at the ballpark. Maybe your kids are into a different spring or summer sport that keeps you busy...
It's summer, festival time! From delicious food and entertaining acts to people watching and if you're lucky a parade, summer is a great time to head to a local festival in and around Des Moines.
Looking for more summer fun?...
Summer is a great time to get outside and explore the many hiking trails and parks around Central Iowa. Getting kids outside and exploring is a wonderful way to be learning without kids knowing it. Our family enjoys finding...
In + Around Des Moines
Summer Programs at The Little White Schoolhouse
Keep your kids engaged with learning during the summer with Jump Start at The Little White Schoolhouse in Ankeny, Iowa. It is designed to...
