In + Around Des Moines

Find family-friendly activities in and around Des Moines. We love raising our family in Des Moines–here’s why! Find events happening in downtown Des Moines and the Des Moines Metro for the whole family. Learn more about Des Moines Family Fun.

We look for the alphabet in many things: car rides, neighborhood walks, songs from Encanto. The kids and I challenged ourselves to come up with the Des Moines ABCs to highlight some of our favorite destinations in and around...
  We had so much fun at our July Movie Night, we thought we would do it again in August. We are so excited to announce our partnership with Realtor Ingrid Williams, who will be hosting a Family Movie Night. We...
Des Moines Mom is proud to partner with Jester Park Nature Center to bring you the 2023 Holiday Markets and Craft Show guide. November 19 | Fall Makers Market, Jester Park Nature Center 12130 NW 128th St, Granger 11 a.m. –...
Whether you have relatives coming to town, or are looking for some fun to have with your little family at home, Des Moines and the surrounding area will surely not disappoint! Here is a list of local displays, parades, and...
The Des Moines Pediatric Dentist Guide is here to help you find the best dentist for your child. All local pediatric dentists compiled in one place.
Make family memories this fall with our ultimate fall bucket list. Check out more than 65 things to do in Des Moines this fall and make a list. Our Fall Bucket List was made with Des Moines families in mind. Find...
As soon as there is a hint of crisp in the air, it's time to break out the pumpkins! Head to one of many pumpkin patches around Des Moines. Not only for great selection but many have all the...
Juneteenth is celebrated June 19, but do you and your family know what it is? Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the United States of America. Learn...
Perfect for the kiddos who can't quite swim yet, or for anyone just needing to cool off, splash around at one of the Des Moines metro's 20+ spraygrounds or 10 wading pools this summer.  Des Moines Spraygrounds are open 9...
The holiday season is here! If you're anything like me, I've already put my tree up before Thanksgiving because let's face it; we could all use a little more joy in 2020. As moms, we almost always are putting...

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In + Around Des Moines

Things to do in Des Moines in May 2024

May is the kick-off to our favorite festivals and farmers markets. Cinco de Mayo, BaconFest, CelebrAsian, Tulip Time, and Downtown Farmers Market are all...