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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!Iowa State FairgroundsParent rating: ![]() Location: East 30th Street & East University Avenue, Des Moines, IA In addition to the state fair each August, the Iowa State Fairgrounds hosts almost 200 other special events throughout the year. |
Jester Park Equestrian CenterParent rating: ![]() Location: 11171 NW 103rd Court, Granger, IA Jester Park offers guided trail rides ($25/hour), indoor and outdoor arenas, riding lessons, boarding services, pony rides ($10/child), wagon and sleigh rides for groups, and an Exceptional ...
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Ballet Des MoinesParent rating: ![]() Location: 712 E. 2nd Street, Des Moines, IA Ballet Des Moines presents two productions each year, including The Nutcracker each holiday season, featuring dancers as young as five years old. |
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. |
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. |
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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Simon Estes Riverfront AmphitheaterParent rating: ![]() Location: East First Street & Locust Street, Des Moines, IA |
Huxley Prairie FestivalParent rating: ![]() Location: 1st Street and S Main Avenue, Huxley, IA Huxley's annual Prairie Festival celebrates the end of summer with three days of fun. |
Class Act ProductionsParent rating: ![]() Location: 201 1st Avenue S, Altoona, IA Class Act Productions is a children's community theatre that provides young people, regardless of experience, with the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience and learn theater etiqu...
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