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When it's too rainy or hot or cold, and the kids need some indoor activity, you can find it here, from museums to aquariums, bowling, play spaces, bounce houses, arts centers, libraries, story times, and more.YMCA of Greater Des MoinesParent rating:  Location: 101 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA YMCA of Greater Des Moines has it all: day care, summer camp, fitness classes, youth sports, teen programs, a preschool, and - of course - swimming lessons. For more information, visit the faci...
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The Art StoreParent rating: Location: 801 - 73rd Street, Des Moines, IA The Art Store sells a wide variety of art suppies and offers classes for kids, adults, and families. |
Air Lanes BowlingParent rating: Location: 4200 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA Air Lanes Bowling offers kids' birthday bowling parties ($99.95-$119.95), a game room, a snack bar & lounge, and professional bowling equipment. Bumpers are available for smaller... |
Pump It UpParent rating:  Location: 4069 121st Street, Urbandale, IA Kids can jump, bounce, climb, and slide at Pump It Up, the award-winning "inflatable party zone." The climate-controlled arenas are filled with huge inflatable structures and provide a g...
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Urbandale''s Incredible Pizza CompanyParent rating:  Location: 3799 NW 86th Street, Urbandale, IA America's Incredible Pizza Company is a 50s-themed family entertainment center that features large, freshly-made pizza, pasta, salad, soup, home-style food and dessert buffets, plus attractions...
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State Historical Museum of IowaParent rating:  Location: 600 East Locust, Des Moines, IA Exhibits at the State Historical Museum of Iowa explore the area's early years as a territory, the Civil War period, the state's natural resources, the African-American experience, antiq...
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Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome TheaterParent rating: Location: 401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines, IA The Science Center of Iowa offers exhibits that range from the inner workings of the human body to the outer reaches of the solar system, with dynamic live programs and hands-on interactive exh...
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Blank Park ZooParent rating: Location: 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA The 49-acre Blank Park Zoo - a winner in the Best Day Camp category of our 2008 Parents' Picks in Des Moines...
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North Side LibraryParent rating: Location: 3516 - 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA The recently-renovated North Side Library - one of six branches of the Des Moines Public Library - hosts storytimes and special events throughout the year. |
Plaza Lanes Family Sports ComplexParent rating: Location: 2701 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA In addition to state-of-the-art bowling and tavern-style dining options, Plaza Lanes also now offers an outdoor volleyball arena. Parties: Plaza Lanes offers basic ($9.95/child) ... |
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 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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