Des Moines Summer Bucket List | 125+ Things to Do With Kids

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Get ready for summer fun in Des Moines!

We’ve made it easy for you to have your best summer ever by compiling over 125 of our favorite ideas for every budget, interest, and age. (Please check each event/business website for the most up-to-date information.) 

Start planning your summer now! Simply scroll down and click on the category to jump to that list.

Bookmark this page and start planning your best summer ever! 

We Love DSM

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Des Moines Summer Family Fun 

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Des Moines Summer Eats + Drinks

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Des Moines Summer Outside Adventures

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Des Moines Summer Kids Activities

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Beat the Heat

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Neighborhood Fun

  • Try something new with your kids like beekeeping
  • Celebrate the Summer Games coming to Paris and host backyard competitions
  • Pick up items to help other families in need, fill a donation box.
  • Load up on graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows and make s’mores.
  • Hang a large sheet and rent a projector for a “drive-in” movie experience.
  • Get creative and paint rocks to hide around your community.
  • Invite friends over and grill out.
  • Create a ninja warrior course in the backyard.
  • Start a little free library.
  • Have a lemonade or freeze pop stand.
  • Got the decluttering bug? Have a garage sale!
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Midwest Road Trips

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Cheers to summer! What would you add to the list? 

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