Get ready for the YMCA’s Holiday Whobilation: A Family Celebration of the Season on Saturday December 14.
The Walnut Creek YMCA in West Des Moines is celebrating all things Grinch this year with their first Holiday Whobilation, a family event...
We are delighted to be able to speak with Vicky Wieben about mental health tips for handling holiday stress.
Now is the time to start thinking about holiday giving. Whether you have extra time or resources to give or need a little help, here are some of the programs you can partner with. Give back and volunteer in...
Make your holidays extra magical this year with special events all around the metro!
Holiday Events in Des Moines
Nov 12 - Jan 5 | Exile's SnowGlobe
Where: Exile Brewing
What: SnowGlobe is a pop-up bar located in Des Moines, Iowa at Exile...
Santa is coming to Des Moines!
Make a list, check it twice, and head out to see Santa. From the traditional mall Santa to festivals and events, if your family loves a trip to see Santa, this is your...
It's not the holidays without treats! Get your sugar fix and celebrate with family and friends over a tray of cookies.
And don't stop at cookies, there are muffins, cakes, pies and more to be had. You can also grab...
'Tis the season to see holiday lights in Des Moines. From large-scale installations to neighborhood displays, enjoy the beautiful lights on a chilly night. Hop in your warm car or bundle up to stroll through these magical displays.
The best...
Who loves the smell of a freshly cut Christmas tree? There are many wonderful, local farms to support here in Central Iowa. Spend a day selecting your perfect tree and maybe enjoying some hot cocoa and other amenities.
Where to...
I'm on a few mom Facebook groups, and questions come up often this time of year about what gifts are great for teachers and caretakers for the holidays.
As a teacher myself, I never expect gifts, but little gestures are...
Kick off the holidays at a Christmas tree lighting happening in and around Des Moines. Bundle up the family and get ready to enjoy the lights.
Christmas Tree Lightings
Nov 22 | Holiday Promenade, East Village
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kick off...
In + Around Des Moines
5 Indoor Photo Spots in Des Moines
It’s that time of year when nobody wants to be outside for very long. It’s also a time of year when families and photographers...
