Ashworth Holiday Forest: Christmas Lights in West Des Moines
Michael Kromminga’s love of Christmas decorating started early. As he shared for our original story, his Christmas projects earned a mention in the Cedar Rapids…
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Free tethered hot air balloon rides at Illumifest in West Des Moines! (2024)
Saturday, September 14th is IllumiFest, a fall festival of light, held at the City Campus in West Des Moines, Iowa. The festival includes free family…
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Des Moines Concours d’Elegance: 2026 Visitor Guide
More than 140 vintage, classic and collectible vehicles will surround Pappajohn Sculpture Park during the 2026 Des Moines Concours d’Elegance. The free outdoor exhibition returns…
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Prairie Seed Harvest and Fall Walk at Snyder Heritage Farm
For the last thirty years, the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (INHF) has helped transition the 154-acre Synder Farm in Elkhart, Iowa back from a traditional…
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See Hot Air Balloons Over Des Moines Before the National Balloon Classic
For one early morning each summer, Des Moines gets a colorful preview of one of Iowa’s most iconic events. Before the National Balloon Classic officially…
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See the Folded Flags at night in West Des Moines
Folded Flags is a unique and permanent public art in West Des Moines, Iowa. There are 15 total flags that are each 15 feet tall….
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RoCA is known for shared plates and cocktails
Have you been to RōCA in Des Moines? RoCA stands for Restaurant on Court Avenue. It’s home to craft cocktails, shared plates, and stellar service….
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Kites on the Green event in Johnston (2026)
2026 marks the 14th year for the Kites on the Green event in Johnston, Iowa. It’s being held on Saturday, May 2nd at the Johnston…
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Free March Madness activities in Des Moines
March Madness is heading to Des Moines, Iowa this week as part of the first rounds of the Men’s NCAA basketball tournament are being played…
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Miracle on 86th Street: Free Christmas Lights in Urbandale (2026)
Looking for a free Christmas lights stop in the Des Moines metro? Miracle on 86th Street transforms Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park in Urbandale with…
