“Here comes Hanukkah, so much funukah to celebrate Hanukkah, Hanukkah is the Festival of Lights, Instead of one day of presents, we get 8 crazy nights.” Thank you Adam Sandler for creating such a wonderful Hanukkah song for everyone...
New Year’s Eve is easy to overlook. You’ve just made Christmas magical for everyone and could use a night out with adults. For a lot of us, that doesn’t happen because we have kids.
Don’t overlook New Year’s Eve just...
Traditions, rituals, and superstitions are my favorite part of New Year's. Perhaps you watch the ball drop, share a midnight kiss, or eat pork and sauerkraut. My traditions are rooted in Latin American culture and I've been doing them...
One of my favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit is by bringing out all our Christmas and winter books! I know some families like to wrap 25 holiday books for the month of December and have their...
When we moved to Des Moines over a decade ago we would hop in the car and criss-cross the state to visit relatives from both sides of the family during the holiday season. I assume like many of you,...
Let’s talk holiday traditions. Everyone has a few, right?
Growing up I remember going to two houses for Thanksgiving. First we would go to my dad’s parents and then to my mom’s. Thanksgiving was a busy day full of cousin’s,...
Smile! Santa's coming to town. Make a special trip to see Santa and don't forget your list. Or, if you want to just enjoy time around Santa, check out one of the fun holiday events with activities, Santa, and...
If you're not sure where to start when it comes to holiday events and activities happening in Des Moines, let us help you narrow it down. Here are 5 of our favorite things to do in Des Moines for...
It's easy to eat, drink, and be merry during the holidays when you live in Des Moines. Here are some of our favorite holiday drinks - alcoholic, coffee, ice cream, and more!
Spread some Christmas magic this holiday season and have your kids write a letter to Santa. Drop it off at one of these locations around Des Moines and they will even get a response from Santa by Christmas!
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Des Moines Halloween Events in 2023
Don't limit the Halloween fun to beggar's night and a pumpkin patch. Celebrate the spooky (and fun!) season all month long.
Whether you are looking...
