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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. |
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. |
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 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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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. |
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. |
Historic Valley JunctionParent rating: ![]() Location: 217 Fifth Street, West Des Moines, IA Historic Valley Junction - a six-block historic district along Fifth Street that was first settled in 1846 - now boasts about 150 shops, galleries, and eateries, and hosts a farmers market a...
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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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Party Plan-IT & LG ProductionsParent rating: ![]() Location: Nationwide We are your one-stop party resource. No more calling multiple places to get food, entertainment, games and bounce houses. We do it all and deliver it right to your door. We can take your v... |








