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Fun Things To Do in Des Moines This Weekend:
March, 29th 2024 – March 31st 2024
Every weekend there are amazing Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa! We have created a list of what we think are the most fun, most interesting family events in the Des Moines area this weekend – so you can have the best time together!
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Kids Play: Spring Animals
Friday, March 29th
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Grimes Public Library – Grimes, IA
Join Grimes Public Library for hands-on, guided experiments, crafts, and playtime designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, though any age is welcome to attend this fun event. Learn More or Register Here.
Homeschool Family Activity Time: Pickleball!
Friday, March 29th
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Valley Community Center – West Des Moines, IA
Homeschool families are invited to open pickleball play! Open for all ages, go take your best swing at the game that’s sweeping America by storm! This high energy, fun for all ages game will get your heart pumping, face smiling, and put your skills to the test! Learn More or Register Here. Learn More or Register Here.
Glowtastic Egg Hunt
Friday, March 29th & Saturday, March 30th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Des Moines Children’s Museum – West Des Moines, IA
Join the spring celebration with a never ending egg hunt! Hunt glow in the dark eggs for as long as you want, then trade them in for a goodie bag! All eggs get re-hidden after you return them, so all the little ones can hunt eggs to their heart’s content! Learn More or Register Here.
Dome After Dark
Friday, March 29th
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden – Des Moines, IA
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It’s the last Dome After Dark for the season! See the conservatory and Gardeners Show House illuminated with unique and colorful lighting at this family-friendly event! The perfect date night, girls’ night out, or unique and memorable outing with friends and family, Dome After Dark is an event you’ll want to keep coming back to!Pre-registration is required. Learn More or Register Here.
Money Mammals Launch Event: Johnston
Saturday, March 30th
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Community Choice Credit Union – Johnston, IA
Calling all Parents with kiddos ages 12 & under! The Money Mammals® Kids Club™ provides a safe, fun and interactive way to learn how to save and manage money! Banking benefits include: .15% APY*, access to educational apps, games, videos, regularly refreshed content, including engaging newsletters and printables, and guiding tools for parents! Now until May 31, 2024, all Money Mammal account owners will be put into the running to win a trip to Disney World! (Be sure to look at their terms and conditions that may apply.) Teach your kids good saving habits by starting with a Community Choice Money Mammals Kids Club account by visiting one of their branches. Learn More or Register Here.
Storytime: The Great Eggscape
Saturday, March 30th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Barnes & Noble; University Ave – West Des Moines, IA
Join Barnes & Noble in West Des Moines for storytime in the kids reading section! Together you will read The Great Eggscape by Jory John. Learn More or Register Here.
Kids Art Class; Van Gogh’s Birthday Party
Saturday, March 30th
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mainframe Studios – Des Moines, IA
Let Your Inner Van Gogh Out! Celebrate Van Gogh’s birthday (March 30, 1853) making projects that represent two of his famous works, Sunflowers & Starry Night with local artist Teri Templeton Cadman at Mainframe Studios! A Van Gogh inspired snack is to be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Recommended for ages 8+, register for this program today! Learn More or Register Here.
Family Easter
Saturday, March 30th
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Living History Farms – Urbandale, IA
Join the 1876 town of Walnut Hill in celebrating Easter with traditional holiday activities with an old-fashioned flair. There will be ongoing egg hunts, farm animals, horse-drawn wagon rides, games, “spring training” with the Walnut Hill Bluestockings, and more, all at Living History Farms! Living History Farms even offers an allergy-free egg hunt option! Don’t forget to take your picture with the Easter Bunny and grab some grub from local food vendors! This event goes on, rain or shine! Plan to arrive by 11:00 a.m. to experience as much as possible. Learn More or Register Here.
Egg-Paw-Looza
Saturday, March 30th
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Ewing Dog Park – Des Moines, IA
Make sure you have your dog park permits updated so your furry family member can take part in a special doggy easter egg hunt! Head over to the large dog park at Ewing Park to join the fun. Small breeds will start the hunt at 10:00 AM! Learn More or Register Here.
Egg Palooza
Saturday, March 30th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Howells Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch – Cumming, IA
Chaos free egg hunt? Take your family to Howells Greenhouse in Cumming, Iowa for a family fun experience including a fun, chaos free egg hunt, easter bunny fun, photo opportunities, farmyard play, corn pool, and much more all happening at Howells! Learn More or Register Here.
Union Park Spring Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30th
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Union Park – Des Moines, IA
Mark your calendars for the Des Moines Union Park Spring Egg Hunt! This event starts at 10:00 a.m. with the hunt for eggs! The hunt is divided by age groups so everyone gets a shot at finding some eggs. After the egg hunt, hop over to the Heritage Carousel for a free ride! Plus, say hello to the Easter Bunny. Learn More or Register Here.
GPS Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30th
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Ewing Park – Des Moines, IA
Join Des Moines Parks and Recreation for an EGG-citing adventure at the GPS Egg Hunt at the picturesque Ewing Park Lilac Arboretum! Get ready to embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt like no other! Registration is just $10, covering the participant who will be hunting down those elusive eggs and claiming the prizes. Never used a handheld GPS unit before? No worries! Our friendly team will guide you through the basics before you set off on your quest. Learn More or Register Here.
Happy Easter!
Sunday, March 31st
Doggy Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, March 31st
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Paws & Pints – Des Moines, IA
This weekend in Des Moines, unleash the fun at Paws and Pint’s Doggy Easter Egg Hunt! Your pup has the chance to hunt for eggs filled with fantastic surprises. Plus, the chance to win a LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP to Paws & Pints! Grab brunch for both you and your furry friends, hangout in their outdoor space, and soak up the cuteness with easter themed photo opportunities! Learn More or Register Here.
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