Ready for some quality adult time without kids? Plan a date night! There are so many new restaurants and events happening in Des Moines during the summer it can overwhelming to know what to do when you have a chance to go out. This is your invitation to find a baby sitter and enjoy a night (or day) out with your partner!
Summer Date Ideas in Des Moines
Go to the zoo without kids and an adult beverage and live music at Zoo Brew!
Enjoy a free outdoor concert or movie in the park. Pack a picnic and some chairs or a blanket and enjoy the night.
Enjoy drinks on a patio. We recommend a beer or cider flight at Wilson’s Orchard in Cumming.
Get ice cream and walk around Easter Lake or Gray’s Lake.
Drive out to Jester Park and look at the stars. If you’re lucky you may even seen the Northern Lights!
Head to Prairie Meadows and watch horse races. Admission is free.
Spend a day at the Iowa State Fair, adults only!
Get out on the water and rent a kayak or canoe.
Go out to dinner at a fancy restaurant. Check out some of our favorites!
Visit a new-to-you coffee shop and have an uninterrupted conversation.
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