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Show reviews, theaters, dance companies, orchestras, fairs, sports teams we've got the inside scoop on them all, and we'll tell you what's best for kids of all ages!Water Works ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines, IA Water Works Park, named for its proximity to the Des Moines water treatment facility, is home to several annual events, including Jolly Holiday Lights. |
Boone & Scenic Valley RailroadParent rating: ![]() Location: 225 - 10th Street, Boone, IA The Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad offers tours of the Des Moines River valley by train, along with special holiday and Thomas & Friends excursions. Advance reservations are strongly rec...
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East VillageParent rating: ![]() Location: East Locust Street & East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA Des Moines' East Village is a pedestrian friendly neighborhood and shopping mecca that also hosts annual events. |
Iowa Events CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 730 Third Street, Des Moines, IA The Iowa Events Center is a four-venue sports, entertainment, and convention arena consisting of the Polk County Convention Complex, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Hy-Vee Hall, and the We...
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Des Moines Botanical CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA The Des Moines Botanical Center offers families plenty of opportunities to explore and discover beauty in nature. Kids can also pick up a scavenger hunt and activity pamphlet at t...
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Des Moines PlayhouseParent rating: ![]() Location: 831 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA Founded in 1919, the Des Moines Playhouse - and its Kate Goldman Children's Theatre - offers a full Mainstage season of up to six musicals, dramas, and comedies based on books. Performin...
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Des Moines Symphony AcademyParent rating: ![]() Location: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA Des Moines Symphony Academy offers private lessons - given by professional teachers - on many instruments ( Suzuki violin, viola, cello, harp, guitar, piano, flute, bassoon, and voice), and cha...
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Birthdays by MandyParent rating: ![]() Location: Des Moines, IA Fully customized children's party entertainment. Birthdays by Mandy comes to you with dozens of entertainment ideas to make your child's birthday party a one-of-a-kind experience! |
Historic Court Avenue DistrictParent rating: ![]() Location: Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA Court Avenue, west of the river, hosts the Downtown Farmers' Market from May to October. |
Simon Estes Riverfront AmphitheaterParent rating: ![]() Location: East First Street & Locust Street, Des Moines, IA |








