Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & Museum
Railroad museum providing excursion train rides through DM River Valley, dinner/dessert and special
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Des Moines Community Playhouse
Community theater producing 12 shows annually, plus extensive theater education and volunteer opport
Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus
The Des Moines Gay Men's Chorus (DMGMC) is a non-profit organization that sings music that matters s
Home Sweet Cone Ice Cream
A homemade ice cream shop, making premium hard scooped ice cream on a daily basis in our shop.
Make It Artfull
Artfull is a do-it-yourself studio offering a variety of experiences for children, families, and adu
National Sprint Car Hall of Fame & Museum
The only museum in the world solely dedicated to sprint car racing. Open seven days a week.
Pyramid Theatre Company
Pyramid Theatre Company provides a gateway to Black art and artists for the Des Moines community.
Raccoon River Valley Trail Association
The biggest advantage of exploring the Raccoon River Valley Trail is that you can have a unique expe
Science Center of Iowa
SCI engages and inspires Iowans along their journey of lifelong science learning.
Shaking Boba
We are a local woman-owned business that provides friendly service and the best boba tea in town.
Ballet Des Moines
Ballet Des Moines 121 S 11th Street, Suite 100 West Des Moines, IA 50265 (515) 440-1177 balletdesmoi
ASAP, After School Arts Program
ASAP provides year-round multidisciplinary arts programs to affirm young people through the arts.
The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand
The Avenues is rich with character, small shops, public art and a vibrant dining scene.
Brooklyn Opera House
Brooklyn Opera House hosts live events, movies, weddings, speakers, and performances.
Carlisle Area Historical Society
Beautiful turn-of-the-century home available for tours, parties or meetings.
Carousel Theatre
Producing live theatre, fostering community awareness, and developing activities for the community.
Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2023
Experience a German-inspired Christmas Market at Principal Park Nov 30 - Dec 3, 2023.
City Sounds
Painted pianos are placed in common areas around the Greater Des Moines Area between May - October.
City Voices
With our community's support, we offer free individual music lessons to students in financial need.
Civic Music Association (CMA)
CMA presents world-class musical performances by legends and rising stars.
CultureALL
CultureALL DEI planners help employers measure progress, engage employees, and achieve DEI goals.
Des Moines African Youth Festival Awards
Discover Your Talent With Des Moines African youth Festival Awards (DAFESTA), and Live Your Dream!
Des Moines Choral Society
The DM Choral Society is a choral ensemble that offers inspiring choral music to Central Iowa area.
Des Moines Community Orchestra
DMCO is deeply committed to making classical music concerts free for everyone.
I’ll Make Me a World in Iowa
Celebrating Black culture with art, history, education, performance, kids activities and more!
Hoyt Sherman Place
Historic mansion, art gallery and theater offering exceptional music, comedy and dance performances.
Heartland Youth Choir
HYC develops musicianship & builds character through the rehearsal performance of choral music.
Heart of Iowa Classical Guitar Society
The Heart of Iowa Classical Guitar Society sponsors concerts and masterclasses in central Iowa.
Greater Des Moines Partnership
Produce Downtown Farmers' Market, World Food & Music Festival, DSM Book Festival and more.
Greater Des Moines Music Coalition
DMMC is a movement committed to building a stronger and more diverse music community in Des Moines.
Girls Rock! Des Moines
Empowering cis-girls, non-binary, trans youth and adults thru music education, performance and produ
Gateway Dance Theatre
GDT provides a diverse art and social movement through performing Arts for all ages and backgrounds.
Des Moines Urban Experience
Des Moines Urban Experience presents Iowa Juneteenth which celebrates Black culture yearly in June.
Des Moines Symphony & Academy
The Des Moines Symphony is one of the Midwest's premiere arts institutions. Experience live music!
Des Moines Film Society
Year-round film programming, education programs, specialty events, and filmmaker support services.
The World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
The Hall of Laureates, headquarters of the World Food Prize Foundation, is a museum and event venue.
Winefest Des Moines
Promote, educate and celebrate the wine industry through wine and culinary partnerships and events.
West Des Moines Historical Society
The historic Jordan House Museum is a stop on the Underground Railroad.
Varsity Cinema
Historic art-house cinema with the mission of growing a vibrant local film culture and community.
State Historical Museum of Iowa
Explore exhibits and programs to learn about people, places and points of pride from Iowa's past.
Salisbury House Foundation
A 1920s historic house museum with an extensive collection of art, furniture and artifacts.
National Balloon Classic
Magnificent 9-day event! Hot air balloons paint the Iowa sky with brilliant colors every summer!
Merchants National Bank by Louis Sullivan
Grinnell's Merchants National Bank was designed by Louis Sullivan and built in 1914.
Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa
To promote, preserve and provide education about all aspects of the rich Italian-American culture.
Iowa Stage Theatre Company
Transforms Iowa and its citizens by producing truthful, relevant, and intimate theatre.
Iowa Latino Community Center
The Latino Film Festival is 5 days of films from Spain and Latin America also featuring Iowa artists
Iowa Gold Star Military Museum
Tribute to all Iowans who have served in the military, through exhibits, photographs and stories.
Iowa Ballet Academy
Iowa Ballet Academy offers a variety of dance classes with qualified professionals.
Iowa Arts Council
Builds and sustains culturally vibrant communities through creativity and participation in the arts.
Iowa Architectural Foundation
"Architecture on the Move" walking tours offered May-Oct. 2023: IAFtours2023.eventbrite.com
Heritage Carousel
Des Moines' only turn-of-the-century replica carousel, featuring hand-painted animals and band organ
Prairie Putt-Putt Mini Golf Course
This course features concepts taught at the Threshold Learning Center: farming, geology, prairies, s
Ankeny Community Theatre
Provides quality live theater entertainment and participation opportunities for community members.
AR Workshop Ankeny
DIY classes featuring wood signs, chunky knit blankets and candle pouring. Youth options available.
Carousel Theatre
Producing live theater, fostering community awareness and developing activities for the community.
Des Moines Art Center
A world-class art museum and school noted for its architecture and collection of contemporary art.
Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre
A unique nonprofit theater organization that belongs to the youth.
Hoyt Sherman Place
Historic mansion, art gallery and theater offering exceptional music, comedy and dance performances.
Iowa Architectural Foundation
"Architecture on the Move" walking tours offered May-October 2023: https://IAFtours2023.eventbrite.c
Iowa Stage Theatre Company
Transforms Iowa and its citizens by producing truthful, relevant and intimate theater.
Iowa State Fair
Annual August extravaganza inspired the novel "State Fair," three motion pictures and a Broadway sho
Iowa State Fairgrounds
The Iowa State Fairgrounds is home to auto shows, livestock exhibitions, flea markets and more.
Mainframe Studios
Every First Friday, visit the nation's largest nonprofit artist studio building for creative fun.
Merchants National Bank by Louis Sullivan
Grinnell's Merchants National Bank was designed by Louis Sullivan and built in 1914.
Music Under the Stars
Free concerts of band and instrumental music featuring Central Iowa's finest professional musicians.
Pyramid Theatre Company
Pyramid Theatre Company provides a gateway to Black art and artists in the Des Moines community.
Theatre Midwest
Work relevant to the Midwest, with attention to the voices of women and underrepresented groups.
Wells Fargo Arena – Iowa Events Center
Hosts live entertainment, sporting events and other specialty events.
Winefest Des Moines
Promotes, celebrates and educates about the wine industry through wine and culinary partnerships and
The World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
The Hall of Laureates, headquarters of the World Food Prize Foundation, is a museum and event venue.
Jester Park Equestrian Center
A community resource fostering education, outdoor recreation and wellness with horses.
80/35 Music Festival
80/35 is Des Moines' largest summer block party with over 50 bands across free and ticketed stages.
The Dealt Hand Des Moines
Pop-up gaming events in the Des Moines metro area and statewide. All events listed on our site.
Lincoln Highway Bridge
Built in 1915, the bridge commemorated Tama's place on the nation's first transcontinental highway.
Terrace Hill
Tours are available Tuesdays-Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. by reservation (515-281-7205).
Vintage & Made Fair
Vintage & Made Fair is an indoor/outdoor event inspired by indie craft and all things vintage.
Birthplace of John Wayne
Victorian house with memorabilia of John Wayne, including a 9-foot-tall statue in honor of Wayne's 1
Historic Jordan House
The Jordan House is a museum telling the story of the Underground Railroad and more. Weekly tours.
Iowa Gold Star Military Museum
Tribute to all Iowans who have served in the military, through exhibits, photographs and stories.
Jasper County Historical Museum
The museum presents the agricultural, industrial, commercial and societal history of Jasper County.
Living History Farms
Interactive outdoor history museum that connects all people to Midwestern rural heritage.
Salisbury House & Gardens
A 1920s historic house museum with an extensive collection of art, furniture and artifacts.
Blank Park Zoo
Iowa's only AZA-accredited zoo with 30 acres of conservation, education, research and recreation.
Bricker Price Block
An intimate farm-to-table dinner celebrating agriculture in the middle of small-town Iowa.
IMT Des Moines Marathon
Advocates for individuals who actively participate in their health and wellness.
Adventure Ridge Park
Five-acre neighborhood park located just west of Northwest 100th Street on Windsor Parkway.
Bondurant Parks and Recreation
Connecting residents to recreational activities, facilities, trails and healthy lifestyles.
Clive Parks and Recreation Department
Clive Parks and Recreation provides families and visitors with a variety of activities.
Crosshaven Park
Park located within the Crosshaven neighborhood, on the city's northwest side near Beaver Creek.
Dewey Park
Includes an ADA-accessible play structure for 2- to 5-year-olds and a play structure for kids 5 to 1
Greenbelt Trail
Over 11 miles of paved trails provide an urban oasis for those looking to get outdoors.
Iowa Confluence (ICON) Water Trails
ICON Water Trails is a regional initiative connecting 80+ amenities across 150 miles of waterways.
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
The 4.4-acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park, located within a major crossroads of the urban grid, features
Johnston Commons
A 14-acre neighborhood park located at the intersection of Merle Hay Road and Northglenn Drive.
Lew Clarkson Park
Previously known as Creekside Park, renamed for longtime Johnston resident and developer Lew Clarkso
Morningside Park
Located in the Northglenn neighborhood offering play equipment, a gazebo and access to trails.
Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
The Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens managed by Project AWAKE is a nonprofit public garden.
Pointe Vista Park
Pointe Vista Park is a neighborhood park located in the Newport Vista/Ashton Pointe neighborhoods.
Providence Point
A great neighborhood park located on the west side of Johnston, near the Johnston High School.
Urbandale Parks & Recreation
Parties in the Park 5-9 p.m., Walker Johnston Park, 9000 Douglas Ave., June 9 and Aug. 18.
Des Moines Soccer Club
Youth soccer club providing playing opportunities to children born 2019-2004.
Iowa Cubs
The Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs offers great baseball and great fun at Principal Park.
Kiwanis Miracle League at Principal Park
We are a specially designed baseball field for kids (and adults) with special needs — spring and f
The Principal Charity Classic
Des Moines' annual PGA Tour Champions event; it has raised more than $45.6 million for charity.
Smash Park
An entertainment venue with scratch-made food, creative cocktails, craft beer and endless games.
Heritage Carousel
Des Moines' only turn-of-the-century replica carousel, featuring hand-painted animals and band organ
Adventureland Resort
Amusement park and water park with rides, shows and attractions, hotel, campground and restaurant