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Midwest Mementos Get a taste of Des Moines with these Capital City keepsakes.

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16 Find Your Comfort Zone Celebrate diversity with these LGBTQ+ friendly places and events.

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Hip to Be Square Get your nostalgia fix with these charming town squares across Greater Des Moines.

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The Iowa State Fair Grab a corn dog or catch a concert at this end-ofsummer classic.

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Free For All Here in the heartland, you’ll find vegan dishes and mocktails good for the heart and filled with soul.

44 Farm-to-Table is Our Jam Explore the iconic Downtown Farmers’ Market.

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CONVENTIONS, SPORTS, & EVENT EXPERIENCE TRINA FLACK, CMP

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Come Explore Diverse Des Moines!

WE LC O M E TO D E S M O IN E S , where we do things differently. We’re not a paint-by-numbers, sleepy Midwest town. We’re a diverse and vibrant collection of people, places, traditions, and experiences ready to be engaged and discovered. Consider this guide your road map to discovery.

Greater Des Moines has always been greater than the sum of its parts. We have a beautiful capitol that anchors a walkable and dynamic downtown filled with exciting eateries, trendy bars, and amazing attractions. But venture off the beaten path and you’ll discover over a dozen thriving communities, some of which we highlight in a feature on our town squares. Our burbs are anything but boring.

Speaking of paths, there are over 800 miles of them in Greater Des Moines, and one of the best ways to get a lay of the land is on two wheels. We offer routes with great stops along the way. Whether you’re after a beer or time to bond with your family, we’ve got something in your wheelhouse.

That’s because in Des Moines, there’s something for everyone, and everyone is welcome. LGBTQ+ travelers will want to check out our story on year-round activities and one of the best Pride festivals in the Midwest. And if you think we’re all red meat and cold beer (we do love both), the spotlight on vegan food and mocktails will open your eyes – and get your taste buds tingling – to a whole new world of flavor.

Complement the inspiration in this guide with additional ideas on our all-new website. With custom itineraries and our popular Des Best lists, it’s never been easier to fill out your bucket list. And if you see one of the ubiquitous Des Best emblems in store windows around town, you know that place has been recognized by locals as one of the best around.

There are so many ways to discover Des Moines, and in the end, all roads lead to fun. So what are you waiting for? Let’s go!

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Spring Forward F U N I S I N F U LL BLO O M come springtime in Greater Des Moines, where winter malaise inspires the itch for adventure once the snow melts. Scratch that itch at Blank Park Zoo (7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines), Iowa’s largest zoo with over 100 different animal species, including giraffes, sea lions, penguins, and the impossibly charming red pandas. Turns out we’re not all pigs and cows after all. They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but everyone who has been to the Des Moines Art Center (4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines) agrees that it’s quite the sight to behold. This free museum showcases modern and contemporary art, with signature works from Georgia O’Keeffe and Edward Hopper, along with an impressive array of special exhibitions. Afterwards, you can stop and smell the roses, literally, the Rose Garden, and take a stroll through Greenwood Park and snap a selfie with the “Three Cairns” egg-shape stone structure.

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Hello Summer F UN TA K E S F L IG H T at the National Balloon Classic (15335 Jewell Street, Indianola), taking place over nine days at the end of July in Indianola. More than 100 hot air balloons paint the sky with brilliant colors at sunrise and sunset each day. With balloon rides and competitions, concerts, fireworks, and special events like Nite Glow, it’s your Instagram feed’s favorite event of the year. No summer bucket list is complete without a trip to Adventureland Resort (3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona), home to both an amusement park and attached water park. For those looking for nostalgia, there’s the wooden coasters, a log ride, and ice cream. For thrill seekers, there’s the Pirates’ Plummet speed slide, the Monster infinity coaster, and for those of a certain age, a beverage from the beer and wine tent. Either way, you’ll enjoy the ride.

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Fall Into Autumn HO M E TO P U M PK IN S P ICE and everything nice, Center Grove Orchard (32835 610th Avenue, Cambridge) reminds us why we love fall. The cornucopia of fun includes hayrides, bottle-feeding baby goats, a corn pool, super slides, sunflower meadow, and 25-acre pumpkin patch. And that’s not to mention the kettle corn, apple cider donuts, and s’more ice cream shakes. Channel the flannel and make some lifetime memories. Nothing colors our memories of fall like a hike among the changing leaves, and there are few better places than Jester Park (12130 NW 128th Street, Granger). The eight miles of hiking trails are just part of the journey at Jester, where you enjoy activities like miniature (and regular) golf, horseback riding, camping, a bouldering room, and our favorite, elk and bison viewing. Home on the range, indeed.

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Do Winter Warmer TH ERE A RE PLE N T Y O F WAYS to embrace the Midwest winters, but before braving the elements, we endorse using this season to check some boxes on your shopping list and foodie bucket list. Shopping meccas like Jordan Creek Town Center, Historic Valley Junction, and the Historic East Village are perfect for fashionistas and bargain hunters alike, but it’s West End Architectural Salvage (22 9th Street, Des Moines) that is at the top of everyone’s nice list. That’s because this four-story, 50,000-square-foot warehouse, featured on its namesake HGTV show, offers one-of-a-kind pieces that you won’t find online or at big-box retailers. With reclaimed furniture and custom designs, the appetite to remodel is strong with this one. The cooler temperatures also increase the appetite for comfort food, which Des Moines dishes out in huge portions. Warm up with a bowl of noodles at the vibrant Southeast Asian eatery Lucky Lotus (2721 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines), an ooey-gooey grilled cheese at the renowned Cheese Bar (2925 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines), or a classic s’more roasted over a firepit at The Bartender’s Handshake (3615 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines). Whether you’re in the mood for a juicy cheeseburger or a succulent Steak de Burgo, you’ll find a whole world of flavor in Des Moines.

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Maybe it’s cold outside, but the action is just heating up in Wells Fargo Arena, home to the Iowa Wolves (NBA G League affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves) and Iowa Wild (AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild).

Experience thrills on the hardwood and on the ice.

We’re anything but fair-weather fans.

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KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED, PEOPLE. IF YOU SEE DES BEST AROUND DES MOINES, YOU’RE AT THE RIGHT PLACE. THIS EMBLEM MEANS SOMEWHERE OR SOMETHING HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED BY LOCALS AS THE BEST AROUND.

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★ Des Moines IPA Confluence Brewing Company; confluencebrewing.com, $20 ★ Iowa State Fair hat Iowa State Fair; blueribbonfoundation.org/statefairstore, $20 ★ “Des Moines: Radical to the Max” T-shirt Raygun; raygunsite.com, $24 ★ Iowa Cubs cup Iowa Cubs Team Store; iowacubs.milbstore.com, $28 ★ “Des Moines: Heck Yes” youth T-shirt Raygun; raygunsite.com, $20 ★ Honey and Garlic Pizza Fongs Pizza; fongspizza.com, $16 ★ Drake Bulldog sticker Drake University; drake.ecampus.com, $10 ★ Caramel popcorn Almost Famous Popcorn; almostfamouspopcorn.com, $12.50 ★ Tote bag Flag of Des Moines; flagofdesmoines.com, $15 ★ Des Moines socks Bozz Prints; bozzprints.com, $14 ★ LEFT Fontenelle hat Fontenelle Supply Co.; fontenellesupplyco.com, $28

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JANUARY The Salt Company Conference January 5 – 7 Iowa Events Center Harlem Globetrotters January 7 Wells Fargo Arena World’s Toughest Rodeo January 12 – 13 Wells Fargo Arena Iowa Caucuses January 15 Iowa Events Center Kennedy Center College Theater Festival January 16 – 21 Des Moines Marriott Downtown, Hoyt Sherman Place

Iowa Pork Congress January 24 – 25 Iowa Events Center Iowa Ag Expo January 30 – February 1 Iowa Events Center

FEBRUARY Iowa Beef Expo February 10 – 18 Iowa State Fairgrounds Boys State Wrestling Tournament February 14 – 17 Iowa Events Center Des Moines Home + Garden Show February 22 – 25 Iowa Events Center

Downtown Farmers’ Market

Iowa AAU Kids State Folkstyle Wrestling Championships February 23 – 25 Iowa Events Center Girls State Basketball Tournament February 26 – March 2 Iowa Events Center

MARCH Iowa Deer Classic March 1 – 3 Des Moines Marriott Downtown Boys State Basketball Tournament March 4 – 8 Iowa Events Center National Archery in Schools Program State Championships March 8 – 10 Iowa State Fairgrounds Tim McGraw March 21 Wells Fargo Arena Varsity Spirit Sports Cheer Competition March 23 – 24 Knapp Center, Drake University

APRIL

Des Moines Arts Festival Iowa State 8 & 9Ball Championships April 10 – 14 Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center

Zach Bryan April 25 – 26 Wells Fargo Arena

Kane Brown April 18 Wells Fargo Arena

Downtown Farmers’ Market Saturdays, May – October 2024 Historic Court District

Drake Road Races April 21 Drake University Drake Relays America’s Athletic Classic April 24 – 27 Drake University

Fall Out Boy April 3 Wells Fargo Arena

Drake Relays

MAY

Valley Junction Farmers Market Thursdays, May – September 2024 Historic Valley Junction Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival May 3 – 4 Iowa State Fairgrounds Midwest JVA Challenge May 4 – 5 Hy-Vee Hall, MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

AAU Middle School Wrestling Duals April 4 – 7 Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center

Iowa High School Co-Ed State Track Meet May 16 – 18 Drake Stadium

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APRIL 24 – 27

Drake Relays ★ World-class athletes compete for track and field records in the 114th year of this signature event.

Drake University

MAY MAY 29 – JUNE 2

Principal Charity Golf Classic ★ The annual PGA Tour Champions event has raised $53.7 million for children’s charities since 2007.

JUNE 14 – 16

Wakonda Club

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NASCAR Cup Series ★ The first-

ever Cup Series race in Iowa features the best drivers in the world vying for a berth in the Cup Series Playoffs.

Iowa Speedway

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JULY Italian-American Heritage Festival of Iowa Western Gateway Park Yankee Doodle Pops July 3 West Capitol Terrace

Iowa Latino Heritage Festival September 21 – 22 Western Gateway Park

Junction Street Party July 3 Historic Valley Junction

Animate! Des Moines September 26 – 29 Iowa Events Center

GoodGuys Heartland Nationals July 5 – 7 Iowa State Fairgrounds

Des Moines Annual Oktoberfest Celebration September 27 – 28 Water Works Park

80/35 Music Festival July 12 – 13 Water Works Park CelebrAsian May 24 – 25 Western Gateway Park Iowa High School Co-Ed State Soccer May 28 – June 1 James W. Cownie Soccer Park Principal Charity Classic May 29 – June 2 Wakonda Club Des Moines Con May 31 – June 2 Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center Greek Food Fair May 31 – June 2 Greek Orthodox Church of St. George

Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend July 13 – 14 Iowa Speedway

NASCAR Cup Series June 14 – 16 Iowa Speedway

National Balloon Classic July 26 – August 3 Indianola, IA

Iowa Juneteenth Observance June 19 Greater Des Moines

JUNE

Junior High National Finals Rodeo June 23 – 29 Iowa State Fairgrounds

EMC DAM to DSM June 1 Saylorville Dam and Cowles Commons

Des Moines Arts Festival June 28 – 30 Western Gateway Park

Iowa Craft Brew Festival June 1 Water Works Park

JUNE 21 – 23

AUGUST Hinterland Music Festival August 2 – 4 St. Charles, IA

USA Wrestling Brian Keck Memorial Preseason Nationals October 24 – 27 Iowa Events Center Norman E. Borlaug International Symposium October 29 – 31 The World Food Prize

NOVEMBER Des Moines Turkey Trot November 28 Downtown Des Moines Festival of Trees & Lights November 29 – December 1 Iowa Events Center

DECEMBER Jolly Holiday Lights 2024 Holiday Shopping Season Outlets of Des Moines Iowa Dance & Drill Team Association State Team Competition Iowa Events Center Christkindlmarket Des Moines December 5 – 8 Principal Park

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Iowa State Fair August 8 – 18 Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines Restaurant Week August 16 – 25 Greater Des Moines World Food & Music Festival August 23 – 24 Western Gateway Park Farm Progress Show August 27 – 29 Boone, IA

SEPTEMBER

World Pork Expo June 5 – 7 Iowa State Fairgrounds Capital City PrideFest June 7 – 9 Historic East Village

OCTOBER IMT Des Moines Marathon October 20 Downtown Des Moines

IRONMAN 70.3 Des Moines June 9 Downtown Des Moines, Grays Lake

National Speech and Debate Tournament June 15 – 22 Iowa Events Center, Waukee Schools, Des Moines Schools

Des Moines Streetstyle Open September 19 – 22 Lauridsen Skatepark

Savannah Bananas September 6 – 8 Principal Park

Junior High National Finals Rodeo

Des Moines Challenge ★ The premier disc golf event returns to Indianola, with more than 300 competitors of all skill levels. Indianola

JUNE 23 – 29

Junior High National Finals Rodeo ★ One of the largest rodeos in the world comes to the capital city, with more than 1,000 middle-school students competing for scholarships and prizes. Indianola

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Banana Ball is back! Watch the TikTok sensations take on the Party Animals in a threegame series. Principal Park

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Grab your LGBTQ+ peeps, your kids, your furry friends, and your favorite rainbow tee and make your way to Des Moines. While June’s PrideFest is an obvious incentive, it’s the year-round events and overall vibe that will have you feeling at home in this welcoming Midwest city.

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his bustling, youth-friendly city embraces inclusion 365 days a year. The loudest and proudest time is unquestionably the weekend of PrideFest (capitalcitypride.org/pride-fest).

In its 45th year, this celebration of community and acceptance falls June 7 – 9. The colorful takeover of the Historic East Village includes food, entertainment, and oodles of camaraderie for thousands of visitors.

Events for the entire family include a 5K run/walk, pet parade, kids’ zone, and vendor booths. Don’t miss the weekend’s performances by Drag King DSM (dsmdragking.com), which has been drawing large crowds and even larger talent from all over the U.S. for 13 years.

Then cap off your weekend with Sunday’s exuberant Capital City Pride Parade.

Capital City Pride, an organization built on a mission of community, education, family, and wellness, makes sure the remainder of the year is also bustling with LGBTQ+ activities. The monthly Speaker Series features a notable member of the community discussing their journey. Also monthly, the Pride Book Club celebrates literature written by and for LGBTQ+ members. Cooking classes, panel discussions, and Broadway sing-alongs are just a few of the other events Capital City Pride has

planned. (To learn more about these and other events, visit capitalcitypride.org/events.)

Des Moines’ LGBTQ+ community doesn’t run on organized events alone. The Historic East Village is buzzing with restaurants and bars that exist for, or are friendly to, members of the community. Blazing Saddle (416 E 5th Avenue, Des Moines), known as the “Gay Cheers,” sets the standard with a friendly staff and a diverse calendar of events. Voted 2023 Best Nightclub by Des Moines’ People’s Choice, The Garden Restaurant & Show Lounge (525 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines) is LGBTQ+ owned and operated and features a drag brunch, cabaret, tasty full menu, and must-see rooftop bar.

Why not make it a night? Buddy’s Corral, Locust Tap, Bellhop, Up-Down, The BeechWood Lounge, Black Sheep, Ernie’s Boondock, Coa Cantina, and 503 Cocktail Lab + Tasting Room are all just a short walk away.

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Capital City Pride may be the biggest, but it isn’t the only group working to support LGBTQ+ members here.

Other organizations preserving and growing the city’s social consciousness include: Pride Sports League of Central Iowa, Des Moines Pride Center, One Iowa, Iowa Safe Schools, Capital Bears, Lesbians of Iowa, Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus, Imperial Court of Iowa, Prime Timers of Central Iowa, and LGBTQ Iowa Archives & Library.

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of all ages, even babies. Members of Iowa Safe Schools represent atop their parade float.

The Capital City Pride Parade travels from the capitol to the Historic East Village along Grand Avenue. Everyone is invited to run, walk, or strut their way through the Pride Stride 5K. When we say everyone, we mean everyone – including the dancing mascot of the Iowa Wolves. A young reveler definitely got the memo: Rainbow it up!

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Explore 17 acres of beautiful gardens, a tropical indoor Conservatory, a Butterfly Wing with hundreds of exotic butterflies in flight and a Gift Shop full of unique and sustainable items.

Located just south of Jack Trice Stadium.

1407 University Blvd.

Ames, Iowa 50011 515-294-2710 reimangardens.com

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Firetrucker Brewery

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Beats & Eats

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Uptown Garage Brewing Company

Trailside Tap

Ankeny Market & Pavilion

Uptown Funky

Uptown Dairy

U P TOWN ANK E N Y is the neighborhood where Ankeny was born, all the way back in 1874. But it’s been in the past 10 years that it has undergone a renaissance of sorts, with an eclectic assortment of new shops, restaurants, and breweries blending seamlessly with older neighbors. The heart of Uptown is the Ankeny Market & Pavilion (AMP), a 3.1acre park that includes two pavilions and bicycle trailheads (including the popular High Trestle Trail). It’s here where you’ll find the Saturday morning Farmers Market, along with Thursday night’s summer series Beats & Eats, teeming with everything from live music and local food trucks to kids’ entertainment, including inflatables, face painting,

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and costumed characters. It’s also just a stone’s throw from Firetrucker Brewery, whose patio beckons with the promise of Taco Tuesdays and Tenderloin Thursdays.

The tenderloins come from Trailside Tap down the street, which also offers elevated fare like smoked chicken with risotto and chimichurri steak. Wash it all down with one of the 30-plus rotating beers and ciders on tap at Uptown Garage Brewing Company (based in an old Ford showroom), which has the longest bar in the metro. If you didn’t get enough of a lactose fix from one of the hazy IPAs, you can get it next door at the new Uptown Dairy, serving hard-pack Cedar Crest Ice Cream fresh from Wisconsin. And that’s the scoop on Uptown.

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Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company

BONDURANT No Rants, All Raves Bondurant Farmer’s Market

Flame the Taqueria

Little House On Main

Home Slice Handmade Pies

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LO CAT E D J US T N O RT H of the hustle and bustle of Altoona’s theme parks, shopping, and gambling is the quaint and unassuming Bondurant. Downtown Bondurant has undergone major changes in recent years, with many of the historic buildings being renovated into new businesses. Nowhere are those changes more apparent than on Main Street, where you’ll find a little slice of foodie heaven.

Home Slice Handmade Pies opened in 2022 and has already amassed a cult following thanks to Laura Lacina’s innovative and mouthwatering seasonal pies, which include rotating flavors like Dutch Letter, Salted Honey, and Apple Bourbon. Right across the street, Flame the Taqueria, which started as a food truck before opening brick and mortar locations in Johnston and Ankeny, serves some of the best birria tacos that you’ll find. And since you can’t have tacos without beer, don’t leave without getting a Blood Orange Wheat or Lager Ride next door at Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company. Visit Main Street on Wednesdays during the summer and fall and take home some of the flavors during the downtown Bondurant Farmer’s Market, where you can also find local crafts and home decor. Speaking of homes, the impossibly chic and charming Little House On Main is the place to go for curated goods and gifts. You’ll find everything from the perfect seasonal statement piece to a cozy cardigan and jar of artisanal jam. And if your jam is small-town diners, don’t leave town without hitting up Brick Street Café, whose breaded pork tenderloin sandwich might very well be the best one in a state that knows a little something about pork.

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National Balloon Classic

INDIANOLA

Simpson College

The Sky Is the Limit A BEAUTIFUL A DV EN T U RE awaits in picturesque Indianola, host of the colorful National Balloon Classic that starts in late July, and home of the year-round National Balloon Museum, which archives more than 200 years of ballooning. Simpson College adds college-town charm, which can be found in spades at Pete’s Pizza, an institution on the downtown square that slings some of the best and most unique thin-crust pies in the metro. (The Rogalla – pepperoni and cream cheese – is worth the drive alone.)

If you fancy a carafe of wine rather than a pitcher of beer, visit Summerset Winery, one of the first estate wineries in Iowa and offering wine tasting, tours, and a patio that is decidedly sweet. A glass of vino seems like the perfect beverage to imbibe before enjoying a performance at the Des Moines Metro Opera. People sing the praises of this hidden gem, which produces more than 100 performances around the region annually, with the highlight being the summer festival season in Indianola, running May – July.

Whenever you make your way to Indianola, be sure to save room for dessert and indulge in a sundae at Corner Sundry, an ice cream and soda parlor that’s been serving shakes, handcrafted sodas, and anything else that floats your boat for over 70 years.

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Tuesday Farmer’s Market

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Backyard Vibes

The Yard

WHE N O N E T Y P ICA L LY thinks of a town square, it conjures up images of a simpler time and a different era. The Johnston Town Center, built in 2020, takes that old idea of a communal gathering place and puts a fancy new sheen on it. Constructed to act as the area’s biggest backyard, The Yard at the Town Center boasts public amenities like a splash pad, synthetic ice rink, and green spaces that play host to everything from the Tuesday Farmer’s Market to a summer concert series and movies in the park.

Besides quenching your thirst for fun, the Town Center also offers plenty of beverage options, no matter your taste. Blue Bean Coffee is known not only for its coffee and gourmet toast flights, but also a work zone to help channel that caffeine buzz into productivity. The Cork 50131 wine bar offers 120 wines by the glass or bottle amidst elegant gold and gray surroundings – a perfect beginning or end to any date night. Backpocket Pin & Pixel is a taproom and brewery out of Coralville, with a menu full of flavorful eats like pizza, tacos, and handhelds, along with a family-friendly retro arcade and the area’s only duckpin bowling lanes. Game on!

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Polk City mural

Big Creek Historical Museum

The Creamery

POLK CITY Cream of the Crop

Fenders Brewing

WHE T HE R YO U’ R E R E F E R R IN G to a town square in the physical sense (shape and all) or conjuring up the nostalgic sense of Americana and Rockwellesque imagery, Polk City fits into both boxes. From the historic bandstand with American flag bunting in the middle of the square to the 1800s schoolhouse charm of Big Creek Historical Museum, there’s no denying that this is a town square in every sense of the word. Even the Polk City Pub, the popular townie bar, screams Wild West saloon from the outside, although it’s much more Iowa Nice on the inside. And while you can saddle up on a horse a few miles west at Jester Park, a bicycle is the preferred mode of transportation in Polk City. With its nearby proximity to the Neal Smith Trail, Fenders Brewing is a welcome respite for cyclists, who

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feel right at home with bikes hanging from the ceiling and posts. The tap list is thoughtfully curated, abiding by the principle of “do few things, but do them well.” Fans of the Breakfasty Brown Ale would argue that few do it better. The only thing missing from the Polk City Americana checklist might be an ice cream truck. But fear not because The Creamery will solve that problem in one fell scoop with a choice of hard-pack ice cream, soft serve, or frozen yogurt. And although it’s not exactly on the square, we’d be remiss not to mention what could lure you to Polk City in the first place: The Tournament Club of Iowa is the only Arnold Palmer-designed golf course in the state, and also one of the most beautiful.

So take a drive – it’s worth it!

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HISTORIC VALLEY JUNCTION

PHOTOS BY ADAM ALBRIGHT

Peak Shopping Meet-Up W E S T D E S M O IN E S H A S E M E R G E D as the biggest shopping mecca in Iowa, led by the supersized Jordan Creek Town Center, whose footprint is almost large enough to be a city within a city. But venture a few miles east to 5th Street, and you’ll find the decidedly more low key but equally impressive Historic Valley Junction. Founded in the 1890s, this historic railroad district is the unofficial downtown of West Des Moines and home to more than 100 specialty stores, boutiques, vintage shops, and local restaurants, as well as the Thursday Valley Junction Farmers Market whose popularity and scope is rivaled only by its downtown Des Moines sibling.

Shopping highlights include Hinge, with affordable, on-trend fashions and stylish home goods; Blind Pig Cocktail Bodega, where you can outfit your home bar with Don Draperapproved glassware, bar tools, and spirits; and MoMere, which features an eclectic mix of kitchen decor, men’s and women’s fashions, and a whole second floor of children’s books, toys, clothing, and more. Valley Junction is also home to some of the most interesting and underrated restaurants in the entire region. Try 5th Street staples like G. Mig’s for elevated pub fare (George’s Prime Rib Burger), Cooper’s on 5th for date night (Lobster & Filet Tips Mac & Cheese), and The Tavern pizza and pasta grill for the whole family (Taco Fiesta pizza). For those craving nostalgia and something sweet, pop into Nan’s Nummies for fudge and cookies made from scratch. If you crave new and exciting, there’s St. Kilda Collective for the trendy breakfast crowd (Fresh Berry Salad) and Bix & Co. for those who like watching sports with fellow fans (The Southsider pizza).

Valley Junction Farmers Market

Nan’s Nummies

Blind Pig Cocktail Bodega

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St. Kilda Collective

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CATCH FAIR FEVER Every August, the iconic

Iowa State Fair is a mind-blowingly big deal. There are hundreds of food stands and hundreds of events across hundreds of acres. So where do you even start? We’ve distilled 11 days worth of fun into a handy checklist that covers all the bucket list items.

MARVEL AT THE BUTTER COW

Every year has a new theme sculpted in dairy.

EAT SOMETHING ON A STICK Over 60 options to choose from.

ENJOY THE VIEW FROM THE SKY GLIDER OR FERRIS WHEEL Sunsets hit differently from up above.

GLIDE DOWN THE GIANT SLIDE

Race you to the bottom!

PUT YOUR HANDS IN THE AIR AT A CONCERT Wave ’em like you just don’t care.

SIP A BUZZY BEVERAGE AT THE IOWA CRAFT BEER TENT

Or grab a 27° beer at Steer N’ Stein.

FAIR

OOH AND AAH AT THE ANIMALS AND LIVESTOCK

Big and small, the fair has them all.

PEOPLE-WATCH AND TAKE IN A QUIRKY CONTEST W R I T E R B E N H A N D F E LT P H O T O G R A P H E R K AT H R Y N G A M B L E

Mullets and husbandcalling and East Side Night, oh my!

TREAT YOURSELF TO A SWEET TREAT

Barksdale’s cookies and Bauder’s peppermint bars hit the spot.

TAKE A RIDE IN THRILLVILLE

Pairs well with cotton candy and giant stuffed animals.

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WITH MORE THAN 800 MILES OF BIKE TRAILS IN GREATER DES MOINES, THERE’S A LOT TO EXPLORE. OUR FRIENDS AT STREET COLLECTIVE MAPPED OUT FOUR CUSTOM ROUTES FILLED WITH SCENERY, SOFT SERVE, AND BEER GARDENS – SOMETHING FOR EVERY SPEED.

Captain Roy’s

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EMC Overlook at MacRae Park

Riverview Park

Robert D. Ray Asian Garden

Iowa State Capitol Building

RIVERVIEW PARK BEAVERDALE

CAPTAIN ROY’S

GREATER DES MOINES BOTANICAL GARDEN ROBERT D. RAY ASIAN GARDEN IOWA WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT BRIDGE

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IOWA STATE CAPITOL PHOTO BY REESE STRICKLAND

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Mostly flat, urban with bike lanes along local and regional trails SCAN TO RIDE

EMC OVERLOOK AT MACRAE PARK

PicturePerfect Ride C LE AR YOU R M I N D and fill your camera roll with this ride that takes you through many of the most photographed spots in the city. This trail has “sense of place” in spades, making for a lovely ride now and trip down memory lane later. Start off at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and make sure you take a snap of the Robert D. Ray Asian Garden, framing it to get the Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge in the background. #NewProfilePic. Stop for a tall boy and tasty tunes at Captain Roy’s, the coolest bike patio bar in town, with river views and sunset hues. Follow the Des Moines River north past Riverview Park, which was home to an

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amusement park in the mid-1900s and now incorporates nostalgic carnival themes into an inclusive playground and amphitheater.

Cruise through the charming Beaverdale neighborhood and head down toward Waterbury and South of Grand, where beautiful 1900s homes will undoubtedly spur a “we should move here” conversation. On your way back downtown, make the mandatory stop at the EMC Overlook at MacRae Park, and count on heart eyes emojis rolling in when you post that skyline pic. Finish off your tour of the capital city with a golden opportunity for a selfie in front of the Iowa State Capitol, the only fivedomed capitol in the country. No filter required.

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IOWA STATE CAPITOL BUILDING

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YELLOW BANKS PARK

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Through suburban cities, countryside, and past small towns via regional trails and country roads SCAN TO RIDE

Going the Distance F O R T HE CAS UA L R ID E R , sometimes a bike ride is a fun means to an end.

Beer. Ice cream. But for the serious rider, it’s both a mental break and a means to physical health. A chance to connect with nature and unplug from technology. This 42-mile trek offers the chance to escape the confines of the city and discover the diverse topography and traditions that make Greater Des Moines so great. Start off in quaint Bondurant, where you can fuel up with one of the best examples of Iowa’s state sandwich – the breaded pork tenderloin – at Brick Street Café. (There’s even a breakfast tenderloin for early risers.) Take the Chichaqua Valley Trail east, cutting through swaths of forestry and farmland, where you’ll learn to appreciate the beauty of all those Iowa cornfields.

Head south through Thomas Mitchell Park, where spring wildflowers remind

you to stop and smell the roses. As you make your way back northwest, you’ll experience one of the best parks in the entire state, Yellow Banks Park. With 140-foot-tall yellow bluffs overlooking the Des Moines River, it’s one of the most enchanting parks in Polk County. It’s also rich in Native American history. Heading north through Pleasant Hill on the Gay Lea Wilson Trail, you’ll wind your way through the popular tourist town of Altoona, where roller coasters and thrill rides dotting the skyline will plant the seed for another type of adventure some other day. As you roll back into Bondurant, end your journey by trading your wheels for wings, with a couple of flights: a refreshing beer flight at Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company and a delicious pie flight across the street at Home Slice Handmade Pies. Recovery has never tasted so sweet.

Thomas Mitchell Park

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Gay Lea Wilson Trail

Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company

Yellow Banks Park

Rent and Ride

No bike? No problem! Pedal away on a rental from these places.

BCycle 27 stations across the metro; find using the BCycle app Kyle’s Bikes Ankeny and Waukee Gray’s Lake Park Rentals Des Moines Local Spokes Slater

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BIG GROVE BREWERY

LUA BREWING

EXILE BREWING COMPANY

HORIZON LINE COFFEE

EL BAIT SHOP SINGLESPEED BREWING MEREDITH TRAIL MULLETS

DES MOINES BIERGARTEN AT WATERWORKS PARK

KRUIDENIER TRAIL

GRAY’S LAKE PARK

CONFLUENCE BREWING COMPAPNY

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Almost pancake flat, consisting of regional and local trails, bike lanes, and downtown streets SCAN TO RIDE

Confluence Brewing Company

Bike and Brew T HE RE I S AN U N DE N I AB LE symbiotic relationship between bikes and beer that goes beyond the central conceit that nothing tastes better than a cold brew after a long ride (or a short one, for that matter). Breweries often have bike culture woven into the fabric of their company, and you’ll find no shortage of that sentiment bubbling up on this short, 6.5 mile downtown ride. Start by heading west on Meredith Trail near Mullets, which is the perfect place to fuel up with brunch and a Bloody Mary. As you approach beautiful Gray’s Lake Park, you’ll come across Confluence Brewing Company, a cyclist’s paradise where you can enjoy the aptly named Long Ride Pale Ale in the 350plus capacity beer garden with plenty of bicycle parking.

Continue through Water Works Park (almost twice the size of New York City’s Central Park!), where you’ll find one of the area’s true hidden gems, Des Moines Biergarten.

Located just east of the Lauridsen Amphitheater, the biergarten allows you to get your Oktoberfest on no matter the month, with steins of German brews, brats, live music, and yard games every Wednesday through Sunday, May through October. Jump back on Kruidenier Trail heading north and bask in the beer nirvana at your disposal: Exile Brewing Company (or Horizon Line Coffee for a different kind of brew); Sherman Hill neighbors Big Grove Brewery and Lua Brewing; and El Bait Shop, with the largest craft beer selection west of the Mississippi and hearty home cooking to soak it all up. Finish your ride at SingleSpeed Brewing across from Principal Park. Pace yourself and pedal responsibly.

Des Moines Biergarten

El Bait Shop

Big Grove Brewery

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VAN DEE’S ICE CREAM SHOPPE

TERRA PARK

HIGH TRESTLE & FLAT TIRE PHOTOS BY REESE STRICKLAND

BEAVER CREEK

HIGH TRESTLE TRAIL

Van Dee’s Ice Cream Shoppe

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Family Fun LO O K I N G F O R S O M E FA M ILY BO N D IN G that ends in screaming for ice cream and not screaming about tired legs? This leisurely ride through Johnston is the perfect blend of parks for the kids, well-manicured homes to gawk at for the parents, and sweet treats for the whole brood. Start on the High Trestle Trail and head northwest along Beaver Creek, keeping your eyes peeled for deer and the creek’s namesake furry fellas. The pretty Terra Park makes for a good stopping point for the kids, with a pond, picnic shelter, and an inclusive playground with oodles of climbing structures. About a mile past the park is Van Dee’s Ice Cream Shoppe, a local institution serving up soft serve and heaping scoops of nostalgia. Use the good vibes and sugar rush to finish off the home stretch and fuel for your next family adventure.

THANKS TO OUR FRIENDS AT STREET COLLECTIVE FOR THE GREAT ROUTES!

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High Trestle Trail

Fat Tire Lounge

ICONIC TRAIL

HIGH AND MIGHTY

No trail in the region is as iconic as the High Trestle Trail, stretching 25 miles through five towns and includes the 130-foot-tall, half-mile-long High Trestle Trail bridge, famous for its 43 diamondshape steel ribs that glow a beguiling blue when the sun goes down. If you just want the “greatest hits” of the trail, the Woodward to Slater portion is the most popular. Live like a local and work in stops at the Flat Tire Lounge in Madrid, which is arguably the most popular (and atmospheric) bike bar in the state, and Nite Hawk Bar & Grill in Slater, which embodies small-town Iowa Nice.

Convenient options for renting a bike include Local Spokes in Slater and Kyle’s Bikes in Ankeny.

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Mostly flat, consisting of local trails and low-traffic residential streets SCAN TO RIDE

Terra Park

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DOG MOINES THE CAPITAL CITY IS A PUP-FRIENDLY DESTINATION WITH DOG PARKS, HOTELS, AND EVEN SPAS THAT GUARANTEE YOUR FURRY FRIEND WILL HAVE A TAIL-WAGGING GOOD TIME. C AT C H D E S M O I N E S

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Paws & Pints

Pints and Patios BE E R H O UN D S YA P about the light lagers at Kinship Brewing Company (255 NW Sunrise Drive, Waukee), but it’s all the dog-friendly amenities that your hound will be howling about. A brewery with a side of dog park is what you’ll find at “Iowa’s lager brewery,” where standout brews include the Amber Lager and ginger-tinged Summer Lager. Hang out on the patio and nosh on some Milton Creamery fried cheese while your dog enjoys a snack as well. After you’re both hydrated, head to the attached Kinship Lois Park. The fenced half-acre off-leash dog park makes for a perfect Sunday Funday (or any day) for both you and your pup. There are oodles of other dog-friendly patios throughout Greater Des Moines, and 515 Brewing Company (7700 University Avenue, Clive) is one of our favorites. Located right off the most popular trail in the burbs, the Clive Greenbelt, it’s the perfect spot to end up after a long walk – a pale ale in one hand, and the other hand giving your pooch the rub behind the ears that they’ve been eagerly awaiting all day.

Smash Park

Paws & Pints

Eat and Play W E DON’T K NOW F O R S U RE what doggie heaven looks like, but we imagine that Paws & Pints (6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines) is a pretty good guess. It consists of five areas, including Your Best Friend’s Bar, which includes 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor dog park space (doggy jungle gym, anyone?), along with a restaurant, bar, coffeehouse, TVs, and live music for the two-legged set.

There’s also a dog spa with daycare and grooming, and a “bonetique” – a onestop-shop with everything from food and treats to toys and swag. It’s Doggie Disneyland, and we’re here for it. If your pooch is more of a suburbanite, check out Smash Park (6625 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines), where dogs can find their happy place on Iowa’s ultimate patio while you try your hand at pickleball, shuffleboard, cornhole, or bocce ball, fueled by the Sheet Ton of Nachos and a bucket of beers. Bone appétit!

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Stay and Shop AF T ER YOUR DOG GAVE YOU T HOS E P U P PY-DO G E Y E S when you were packing your bag, you couldn’t resist. Dogs need a vacation from their ruff life too. But where to stay? May we suggest the Surety Hotel (206 6th Avenue, Des Moines), which is not only one of the chicest hotels in town, but also one of the most dog-friendly, offering dog treats, toys, and dog beds, big and small. After you’re checked in, you’ll want to check out what’s happening, and for that, head west to Historic Valley Junction.

On Thursday evenings, it hosts its popular Valley Junction Farmers Market. Your dog will feel right at home with other furry friends as you’re shopping and enjoying food from local vendors – get them a doggo fruit smoothie to lap up and cool off as you explore. The cool thing about the market here is that you can also peruse all the shops lining 5th Street, including the Midwest-centric Bozz Prints (215 5th Street, West Des Moines), where you can pick up a “Dog Moines” T-shirt, sticker, or can cooler.

Sweets and Treats D O G S L IV E A S W E E T L IF E (we have so much nap envy), but having to eat dog food every day? Oof. Treat your favorite canine to something special with a sweet treat at Snookies Malt Shop (1810 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines), one of the most iconic ice cream shops in the metro. Soak in nostalgia while your buddy laps up some vanilla ice cream in a mini cone. We’re talking absolute cuteness, and a primo photo op, whether your dog is enjoying it lick by lick or goes in for complete annihilation in one bite. Speaking of cute photo ops, Monarca Gourmet Paletas (9901 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive) offers Insta-worthy gourmet ice cream pops customized any way you’d like, including Puppy Paletas for your best friend. Besides, a family outing for ice cream needs the family dog to achieve the full wholesome effect.

Valley Junction Farmers Market

FIND MORE DOG - FRIENDLY LOCATIONS HERE! Surety Hotel

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Snookies Malt Shop

TO THE RESCUE

MUST LOVE DOGS

We love our dogs (and dog puns), and there are a couple of pawsitively admirable shelters if you want to show some love too. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines) is Iowa’s largest nonprofit animal shelter and the Animal Lifeline of Iowa (4521 SE 14th Street, Des Moines) is central Iowa’s only special needs, no-kill shelter. Go visit your new best friend today!

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e t s a T ON THE MENU ★ DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET

FRESKO

A favorite downtown spot no matter the time of day, this eatery favors fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menu items. Included in the variety of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are the Golden Dragon Street Noodles (top) paired with the nonalcoholic Ms. Georgia’s Espresso and brunch-favorite Seitan Scramble and Mango Mango mocktail.

Fresko ★ 909 Locust Street, Suite 103, Des Moines; freskodsm.com

HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH FEED YOUR SOUL WITH PLANT-BASED DINING AND TANTALIZING MOCKTAILS THAT FEATURE FLAVOR WITHOUT A DRIP OF ALCOHOL. HEALTHY EATING IS A BREEZE WITH THESE EATERIES AND THEIR DELICIOUS, FRESH DISHES. C AT C H D E S M O I N E S

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ZOMBIE BURGER

Embracing “post-apocalyptic chic” while still cooking up appetizing meals is a delicate balance, but Zombie Burger + Drink Lab has it figured out. The lengthy menu features clever flavor combinations with even clever-er names.

Every burger patty can be replaced with a tender grilled portobello mushroom cap, and buns can be sidelined for a lettuce wrap. But one menu item is 100 percent vegan 24/7.

The Negan combines a veggie nut patty, vegan chipotle mayo, guacamole, and caramelized onions layered in a vegan bun.

Team it with a refreshing, nonalcoholic German pilsner for a killer combo.

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab ★ 300 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines; zombieburgerdm.com

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

Veggie Thumper

A Dong

A DONG

A local favorite since 1989, this family-owned restaurant has an extensive vegan and vegetarian menu, with over 140 items. If that sounds more intimidating than enticing, the knowledgeable staff is happy to help you choose. Cà Ri Chay (veggie curry stew) is a hearty tofu dish served with rice or vermicelli noodles. A refreshing Đá Xí Muội (salted plum drink) completes the meal.

A Dong ★ 1511 High Street, Des Moines; adongrestaurant.com

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VEGGIE THUMPER

Visit the Veggie Thumper website to track down the colorful school bus that’s now making the grade with its vegan soul snacks. The BBQ “Chick’n” Nachos are piled high, so be sure to grab extra napkins to catch the loads of spicy barbecue sauce and homemade “queso.” All ingredients are organic and sourced locally, including the fromscratch falafel and tzatziki in the Gyro.

Veggie Thumper Food Truck ★ Des Moines; veggiethumpersnacks.com

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Cinnaholic

Kava DSM

KAVA DSM

Take a trip to “the best of the tropics in downtown Des Moines,” where Kava DSM offers everything from smoothie bowls and waffles to coffee and mocktails.

These include the Kavamosa (pictured above, on left), featuring Kava, an herbal remedy made from a tropical plant. The Lemon Butterfly is another tribute to Kava DSM’s year-round tropical vibe.

Kava DSM ★ 300 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines; kavadsm.com

CINNAHOLIC

Save room. Make room. Do whatever you need to do to devour a delectable vegan cinnamon roll from this Historic East Village bakery. Try one of Cinnaholic’s mouthwatering concoctions, including the Very Berry (pictured top right, in middle), or design your own sweet combo.

Seasonal creations, such as Raspberry Cheesecake and Maple Pecan Pie cinnamon rolls, keep things fun. All bakery items are vegan, and are free of dairy, lactose, egg, and cholesterol.

Des Fresh

DES FRESH

This Southside lunch spot features arguably des best vegan fare in town.

The Mac Stack n Fries features a “Mac n Chz” patty with a scrumptious aioli and house-made barbecue sauce and piled high with pickles, lettuce, and pickled jalapenos. No visit is complete without the Fried Oreos – or perhaps a healthier choice, the Chia Yogurt Parfait.

Des Fresh ★ 520 SW 9th Street, Suite 116, Des Moines; des-fresh-foods.square.site

Cinnaholic ★ 505 E Grand Avenue, Suite 101, Des Moines; cinnaholic.com

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THE BARTENDER’S HANDSHAKE The Bartender’s Handshake

Quaint may be the best way to describe this diminutive neighborhood cocktail bar. (We won't argue with hip either.)

Creative in everything they do, the small-ish snack menu doesn’t disappoint.

Fried Dumplings stuffed with mushrooms, cabbage, togarashi, and coconut hoisin are an oh-so-yummy companion to the Veggie Dog made with a smoky Field Roast frankfurter. Sip on a Vacation Email citrusy spirit-free beverage along with – or even after – the food is gone.

The Bartender’s Handshake ★ 3615 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines; thebartendershandshake.com

BELLHOP

Dubbed the East Village’s neighborhood tiki bar, Bellhop has a lively vibe that may have you thinking they don’t take things too seriously. In fact, they take their drinks very seriously. From the wellcurated glasses to whimsical garnishes, this bar leaves nothing to chance, even when it comes to mocktails. The fruity Beachbreeze (left) and Sandy Beaches bring the fun without the buzz.

Bellhop

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Bellhop ★ 440 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines; bellhoptikidsm.com

BLUE SUSHI SAKE GRILL

Date night will definitely be a green light when spent at Blue Sushi Sake Grill. The energetic ambience goes hand in hand with a loaded menu featuring more than 20 vegan options – few better than the Thai Hippie or Avo Kaluna, both maki.

Love a good happy hour? Blue’s lasts all day on Sunday.

Blue Sushi Sake Grill ★ 316 Court Avenue, Des Moines; bluesushisakegrill.com

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PLANT LIFE

Food for Thought

Eating a plantbased diet doesn’t necessarily translate into being vegan or vegetarian. Flexible plant-based eating means choosing beans, fruits, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and vegetables the majority of the time, but allowing meat and animal products in moderation.

Give it a try!

MALO

Hankering for some Mexican food? Whether you have tacos or just chips and guac on your mind, Malo has the menu for you. Vegan dishes are spread throughout, so give yourself a little extra time to browse the menu, perhaps while sipping a Hibiscus Agua Fresca. You can’t go wrong with Crispy Onion & Avocado Tacos and Cucumber & Jicama Ceviche.

Malo ★ 900 Mulberry Street, Des Moines; malodesmoines.com

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FARM - TO - TABLE IS OUR JAM THE LOCALLY GROWN, NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET IS YOUR MEAL TICKET TO FRESH FUN.

The Gist

Every Saturday morning from May through October, 25,000 shoppers turn nine city blocks in the Historic Court District into a feast for the senses, with more than 300 vendors selling everything from produce and pupusas to bouquets and baked goods.

Bucket List

There are plenty of fan favorites at the Farmers’ Market, but a few quintessential musts include: pineapple drink, sunflowers, mango on a stick, dumplings, arepas, breakfast burritos, and Lola’s hot sauce. And of course: a selfie in front of the historic courthouse.

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Big Deal

The Downtown Farmers’ Market has been named the No. 2 farmers market in America. Vendors come from 50 counties across Iowa and from neighboring states like Minnesota and Nebraska.

Easy and Accessible

Around the Historic Court District, several free and paid parking meters, lots, and garages are available. There’s also a free bike valet and free DART bus shuttle.

Just look for the courthouse’s peaked gray roof and you’ve found the market.

Dog Days

The Iowa State Fair has its people-watching. The Downtown Farmers’ Market has its puppypetting. You’ll see regal beagles, costumed collies, good-natured goldendoodles, and all sorts of four-legged friends.

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Adventureland Park

Blank Park Zoo

Center Grove Orchard

Adventureland Park

Brenton Skating Plaza

Climb Iowa East Village

Adventureland Resort is the home of Iowa’s best thrills. Opening in 1974 and growing into a major Midwest destination including a theme park, water park, the Adventureland Inn and Campground, and Spectators Sports Bar and Grill full-service restaurant, Adventureland has entertained millions of guests during 50 years of fun.

3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, (515) 266-2121

Dedicated to providing a fun, recreational experience for all ages, Brenton Skating Plaza is the premier destination for outdoor events and ice skating under the stars. From November to March, the venue offers ice skating in the open air, amid snowflakes, alongside sweeping views of the downtown Des Moines skyline.

520 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, (515) 283-4233

Take a vertical journey at Climb Iowa! Our friendly instructors, outstanding facilities, and inclusive community make climbing an accessible adventure for all. Explore two fantastic locations: East Village for a bouldering adventure close to the ground, and Grimes for an exceptional roped experience at great heights. Start your adventure today!

150 E 4th Street, Des Moines, (515) 244-2565

adventurelandresort.com

dmparks.org

climbiowa.com

BCycle

Buzzard Billy's

Des Moines Arts Festival

Des Moines BCycle is a fast, fun, and easy way to get around town. With 27 stations and 200 classic and E-bikes, BCycle can get you where you need to go. Regionally located in downtown Des Moines, Clive, and Windsor Heights.

Greater Des Moines, (515) 318-7488

Buzzard Billy's is a must-stop in Des Moines for the best Cajun themed cuisine, southern classics, burgers, pasta, seafood, weekend breakfast, and to grab a cold beer. With 100+ items, our menu is sure to please everyone in your group! We have plenty of seating available to accommodate large groups.

615 3rd Street, Des Moines, (515) 244-2899

The international award-winning Des Moines Arts Festival® celebrates its 27th anniversary, June 28 – 30, 2024. Located in downtown Des Moines' Western Gateway Park, the Festival features visual arts, live music, performing arts, interactive arts activities, Interrobang Film Festival, and plenty of eclectic food and beverage booths providing guests with an arts and culture experience to remember!

Western Gateway Park, 15th & Locust Streets, Des Moines

desmoines.bcycle.com

Birthplace of John Wayne johnwaynebirthplace.museum

Tour the modest four-room home where film legend John Wayne was born. Visit the museum featuring the largest diversified exhibit of John Wayne artifacts in existence. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Winter hours (December – February): 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

205 S John Wayne Drive, Winterset, (515) 462-1044

Blank Park Zoo blankparkzoo.com

Blank Park Zoo is "Iowa's Wildest Adventure!"

Experience the wonders of nature found in the tropical rainforests, Australian Outback, and Africa. The zoo offers educational classes, tours, and rental facilities.

7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, (515) 285-4722

Board & Brush

boardandbrush.com/clive

Board and Brush studio offers unique instructor-led workshops showing you how to create on-trend farmhouse-classic pieces of décor for your home or office. Perfect for bachelorette parties, team-building corporate outings, date nights, birthdays, and evenings out with friends. We offer both decorative décor as well as functional pieces for all seasons!

12871 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive, (515) 850-8201

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad & Museum bsvrr.com

225 10th Street, Boone, (515) 432-4249

desmoinesartsfestival.org

buzzardbillys.com

Celebrate! Innovation Exhibition internal.dmacc.edu/ci/Pages/welcome.aspx

Designed to inspire, the Celebrate! Innovation Exhibition stresses the importance of creative thinking and innovation. Through the use of exhibits and artifacts, digital video, large photos, diagrams, and story panels, the DMACC West Campus has been transformed into a place that preserves, displays, and celebrates America’s innovative spirit.

5959 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, (515) 633-2407

Center Grove Orchard centergroveorchard.com

Experience the lively atmosphere of our Central Iowa farm with daily hayrides, corn maze, farm animals, pedal tractors, weekend festivals with live entertainment, and so much more. Don't forget our corn pool, jumping pillow, rubber duck races, and apple sling shot. Pick your own apples and find your perfect pumpkin.

32835 610th Avenue, Cambridge, (515) 383-4354

Chocolaterie Stam stamchocolate.com

Creating fine European chocolates since 1913, Chocolaterie Stam also has authentic Italian gelato. Our chocolate concierges will be happy to assist you with your selections while you enjoy the ambiance inside or on our beautiful patio.

Stop in one of our four metro locations and “visit Europe while you’re in Des Moines!”

The Avenues, 2814 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 282-9575

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Des Moines Buccaneers Hockey bucshockey.com

Affordable family fun! Since 1980, Des Moines Buccaneers are located in Urbandale and playing in one of hockey's classic barns, Buccaneer Arena. An amateur team with players advancing to play in the NCAA and NHL. Serving up drinks as cold as the ice. Always a good time with the Bucs!

Buccaneer Arena, 7201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, (515) 278-2827

Des Moines Menace Soccer Club menacesoccer.com

Des Moines Menace soccer games are a fun, family-friendly outing, that feature some of the best young soccer players from around the world. The team plays at Valley Stadium, in West Des Moines, from May to August, and is celebrating its 30th season of soccer in 2024.

Valley Stadium, 4440 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, (515) 457-6034

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show, The dtctv.us/dtn-dmn

The Dinner Detective is an interactive murder mystery show based on cold cases. Feast on dinner, but beware...the killer is hiding and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect. Our Detectives interrogate and find clues as victims are revealed. Prizes are awarded to the Top Sleuth who solves the crime!

Historic East Village, Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown, 101 E Locust Street, Des Moines, (866) 496-0535

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Heritage Carousel

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Historic East Village

Downtown DSM USA

Historic East Village

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

700 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines, (515) 286-4950

Historic East Village is Des Moines’ most vibrant and diverse district, with more than 90 shops, restaurants, and entertainment destinations. West of the State Capitol in downtown Des Moines, the Historic East Village is minutes from the Iowa Events Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Easily accessible via bike trails, DART, and automobile (Interstate 235, exit E 6th Street, south four blocks).

First – 7th blocks of E Grand Avenue & Walnut Street, Des Moines

The Iowa Gold Star Military Museum, Iowa's premier veterans museum, displays artifacts and tells the story of Iowa veterans from the Mexican War of 1846 to present day. It also has a reference library on military subjects and Iowa veterans.

This is the perfect venue for a two-hour outing.

Camp Dodge, 7105 NW 70th Avenue, Johnston, (515) 252-4531

downtowndesmoines.com

goldstarmuseum.iowa.gov

eastvillagedesmoines.com

Downtown Farmers' Market desmoinesfarmersmarket.com

The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is held Saturday mornings, May – October in the Historic Court District in downtown Des Moines. The Market offers attractions and activities including shopping for fresh produce, eggs, meats, crafts, baked goods, and more, meeting with family and friends, and live entertainment.

Historic Court District, Des Moines, (515) 286-4928

Gameday KCSF gamedaykcsf.com

EAT, DRINK, PLAY, WIN, REPEAT! Gameday was built to provide something exciting to people of all ages in Des Moines. A full-service bar, madefrom-scratch kitchen, bowling alley, and a complete arcade under one roof. At Gameday there is always a reason to cheers no matter the event.

Merle Hay Mall, 3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 1220, Des Moines, (515) 635-0705

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Historic Valley Junction valleyjunction.com

Historic Valley Junction, the original downtown of what is now West Des Moines, is a charming, vibrant district that feels like a "small town in a big city." You’ll find more than 140 locally owned businesses including fashion and home décor boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, art galleries, and specialty stores.

4th – 7th blocks of Railroad Avenue & Locust Street, West Des Moines, (515) 222-3642

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden's mission is to explore, explain, and celebrate the world of plants. Through education and experience, it inspires and engages visitors, fostering a connection between diverse plants and the surrounding environment. This renowned institution cultivates nature and people's bond with it, enriching the community.

909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, (515) 323-6290

Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation dsmpublicartfoundation.org facebook.com/dsmpublicartfoundation twitter.com/dsmpublicart

The Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation brings inspiring art beyond museum walls and into the streetscapes, parks, buildings, and infrastructures of our community. The Foundation collaborates with international artists and local entities to create a world-class art destination. Visit our interactive website and DSM Public Art app.

Heritage Carousel heritagecarousel.org

Union Park, 1801 Pennsylvania Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 323-8200

Homemakers Furniture has been making your house a home since 1974. Whether you're shopping in our expansive showroom or online, we have Iowa's largest selection of furniture, mattresses, and accessories at the lowest prices, guaranteed. Find the perfect designs for every room in your home today – only at Homemakers!

10215 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale, (515) 276-2772

The Latino Heritage Festival is the largest Latino Festival in the state, as well as the largest ethnic event in the state. You can see a variety of different countries within the Latino community.

This includes traditional foods, authentic arts, crafts, cultural exhibitors, educational areas, and entertainment.

Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, (515) 279-0715

Iowa State Capitol

legis.iowa.gov/resources/tourcapitol 1007 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 281-5591

Iowa State Fair

iowaarboretum.org

Experience beautifully landscaped gardens at one of Iowa’s oldest and largest public gardens.

Discover native plants and wildlife along trails that wind through native woodlands and prairies.

Shop for unique garden décor at the Arboretum’s gift shop. Excellent spaces are available for meetings, weddings, and family events.

1875 Peach Avenue, Madrid, (515) 795-3216

Iowa Architectural Foundation iowaarchfoundation.org

IAF offers architect-guided walking tours of downtown, second Fridays, May – October, $20, leaving from Capital Square, going in four directions. IAF also offers custom walking and motorcoach tours for groups. Choose from standard or modified routes based on location, a preferred architectural style or building type.

400 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines, (515) 244-1888

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The internationally acclaimed Iowa State Fair is the largest event in Iowa and one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country. Annually attracting over one million attendees over 11 days, there are many things to celebrate at the Iowa State Fair, August 8 – 18, 2024.

Iowa State Fairgrounds, 3000 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 262-3111

Iowa Wild iowawild.com

Iowa Arboretum

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iowastatefair.org

Homemakers homemakers.com

dmbotanicalgarden.com

Iowa Latino Heritage Festival

Looking for a night out with friends or an activity for the whole family? The Iowa Wild has something for everyone. As the AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild, the Iowa Wild showcase the next generation of NHL stars right here in Des Moines!

For more information, visit iowawild.com.

Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, (515) 564-8700

Iowa Wolves IAWolves.com

The Iowa Wolves, Minnesota Timberwolves’ affiliate, are one of 29 NBA G League teams affiliated with an NBA franchise. Iowa plays in one of the best home game environments at Wells Fargo Arena. Iowa finished second in attendance last year and was presented with the G League President’s Choice award.

Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, (515) 564-8550

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Jethro's BBQ

jethrosdesmoines.com

WORLD FAMOUS! Seen on...MAN v. FOOD on The Travel Channel, ESPN’S National “Fanwich” Runner Up, The Midwest’s “Manliest Restaurant”

by Men’s Health Magazine, America’s “100 Best BBQ Restaurants,” “Favorite BBQ” of Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, “A Manly Restaurant” Travel Channel’s Food Paradise. Visit all nine locations! Now open Downtown!

9 locations in Greater Des Moines, (515) 279-3300

John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Madison County Chamber of Commerce

The Des Moines Art Center’s John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park is situated on 4.4 acres of lush greenspace in downtown Des Moines and features artwork by more than two dozen internationally acclaimed artists.

The park welcomes visitors year-round from sunrise to Midnight.

Western Gateway Park, 1330 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 277-4405

Ken's - A Not So Secret Speakeasy iowataproom.com/kens

Ken’s - A Not So Secret Speakeasy is located in the basement of the Iowa Taproom. The speakeasystyle atmosphere features classic prohibition themed cocktails, appetizers, a full bar, craft beer, and wide whiskey selection! Ken’s is open Thursday through Saturday at 4 p.m. and is available for private rentals Sunday – Wednesday.

Historic East Village, 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 100, Des Moines, (515) 243-0827

Lauridsen Skatepark dsmskatepark.com

The Lauridsen Skatepark is the largest open park in the nation. Centrally located and next to the Des Moines River, the 88,000-squarefoot attraction showcases Olympic caliber park and street courses featuring a promenade, flow bowl, amoeba pool, snake run, and a skateable art piece entitled WOW. 901 2nd Avenue, Des Moines. (515) 323-5300

Living History Farms Living History Farms is an interactive outdoor history museum where historic interpreters and hands-on activities present the many stories of Midwestern rural heritage. Three working farms represent 1700, 1850, and 1900. The 1876 town of Walnut Hill demonstrates the relationship between farms and towns.

11121 Hickman Road, Urbandale, (515) 278-5286

Paws & Pints

Paws & Pints

pawsandpintsdsm.com

madisoncounty.com

Visit the inspiration behind, and setting of, "The Bridges of Madison County." Madison County boasts six of these remaining historic structures, making it the Covered Bridge Capital of Iowa. Grab a map to the covered bridges or schedule a personal guided tour at the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center or on our website.

73 Jefferson Street, Winterset, (515) 462-1185

Paws & Pints is a multi-faceted canine-related business equipped with indoor and outdoor dog parks, a full bar, coffee shop, and restaurant for you and your canine best friend. Paws & Pints has all your everyday canine needs handled too, including doggy daycare, lodging, grooming, and retail all under one woof!

6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines, (515) 969-2275

Pots & Shots

facebook.com/potsandshotsia

Mainframe Studios

desmoinesartcenter.org/visit/pappajohn-sculpture-park

lhf.org

John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

mainframestudios.org

Slated to become the largest nonprofit art studio building in the nation, Mainframe Studios is an entirely new model for providing permanent affordable workspace to artists of all disciplines.

Come visit local creative talent that will exceed your expectations and expand your horizons.

900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, (515) 216-4253

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa Jolly Holiday Lights iowa.wish.org

Light up a child’s life at Jolly Holiday Lights at our new location, the Outlets of Des Moines, during the holiday shopping season. This event features lights-to-music displays that guests can walk through while shopping. We offer new ticketed events throughout the holiday season.

Purchase tickets today at JollyHolidayLights.org.

Outlets of Des Moines, 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, (515) 334-2636

Pots & Shots is a combination craft cocktail lounge and plant shop offering cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, spirits, and appetizers alongside a lush plant shop specializing in tropical houseplants. Guests can enjoy monthly potting classes, macrame workshops, and Paint & Sips, private and corporate events, or sip and shop at their leisure.

9500 University Avenue, Suite 1101, West Des Moines, (515) 441-0763

Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel prairiemeadows.com

Come see why Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel is your favorite place to play. With more than 85,000 square feet of exciting casino action the fun doesn’t stop there! Prairie Meadows also offers a wide variety of restaurants, live horse racing, weekly entertainment, and a luxury hotel.

Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona, (515) 967-1000

Outlets of Des Moines

Rail Explorers: Boone Division

The only outlet mall in Greater Des Moines, Outlets of Des Moines is an open-air shopping destination conveniently located at Interstate 80 and US-65 in Altoona. Shop and save up to 70% at your favorites including Coach Outlet, J. Crew Factory, Under Armour Factory House, Polo Ralph Lauren, and more.

801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, (515) 380-7400

Rail Explorers have brought the first Railbike Experience to the Midwest. This 12.5-mile round trip takes you from open farmland to the Des Moines River. You'll ride across the spectacular “Bass Point Creek High Trestle” which is 750' long, 156' high. All Explorers feature an electric motor which makes the journey truly effortless.

Bookings are recommended.

123 10th Street, Boone, (877) 833-8588

railexplorers.net

outletsofdesmoines.com

Palms Theatres & IMAX, The fridleytheatres.com

Come to The Palms Theatres & IMAX for the best movie-going experience in the metro! Enjoy a film in breathtaking IMAX, our large XLD, or get full service from your seat with our Dine & Recline!

Each theatre is equipped with UltraLux Loungers that fully recline with optional heat settings.

200 NE Westgate Drive, Waukee, (515) 630-2337

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Reiman Gardens reimangardens.com

A 17-acre botanical garden with tropical plant conservatory, rose gardens, a children’s garden with a splash pad and spitting frogs, a butterfly wing with up to 800 live butterflies, and our newest attraction, Sycamore Falls with cascading pools and flowers. Annual changing displays and themes. Open year-round.

Iowa State University, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames, (515) 294-2710

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Science Center of Iowa

Rail Explorers Boone Division

Smash Park

Salisbury House & Gardens

Skate South

State Historical Museum of Iowa

Salisbury House & Gardens was built in the 1920s by cosmetics magnate Carl Weeks and his wife Edith. Called a "national treasure," the historic house museum contains the family’s extensive collection of art, furniture, and artifacts. Schedule a tour or attend one of our many events throughout the year.

4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, (515) 274-1777

Skate South is a locally owned business and has been since 1992. The Muse family has brought a“MUSE”ment to families for many years, skating, birthday parties, family celebrations, business teambuilding fun, and more. Our Skate South team looks forward to seeing you soon and helping you create a lifetime of memories with family and friends.

10494 County Line Road, Des Moines, (515) 285-6037

600 E Locust Street, Des Moines, (515) 281-5111

skatesouth.com

salisburyhouse.org

Saylorville Lake Marina saylorvillelakemarina.com

Saylorville Lake Marina is located on the Des Moines River in Central Iowa, just north of Des Moines. If you are looking for that special place to keep your boat, our restaurants and other amenities truly make us a destination marina.

6170 NW Polk City Drive, Polk City (515) 984-6541

Science Center of Iowa sciowa.org

The Science Center of Iowa engages and inspires visitors by bringing learning to life. Centrally located in downtown Des Moines, SCI features interactive exhibits and unique programming to encourage learning and fun for all ages.

With live science demonstrations, a 50-foot planetarium, and rotating exhibits, there's always more to explore!

401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines, (515) 274-6868

Slaughterhouse Haunted Attraction, The slaughterhousedm.com

Iowa's top rated haunted house and Goth destination. Featuring a 20,000-squarefoot underground labyrinth of terrifying entertainment. The scares are year-round!

October features our state-of-the-art haunted house. And weekends throughout the year feature our world famous Escape Experience, and Speakeasy Theater “The Haunt.”

500 Locust Street, Des Moines, (669) 244-7447

Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, Inc. sleepyhollowsportspark.com

1086 222nd Drive, Boone, (515) 432-9457

Sleepy Hollow is a part of Polk County Conservation’s network of parks and wildlife areas! As features and program offerings evolve in the future, you can expect incredible opportunities to recreate and engage with nature. Watch for opportunities to camp, hike, and connect to regional trails, in addition to reinvigorated winter sports.

4051 Dean Avenue, Des Moines, (515) 262-4100

Shop DSM, The

Smash Park

We are a nonprofit, owned and operated by firefighters and their families, committed to creating an affordable space that serves as a hub for community engagement and collaboration. All three levels of The Shop DSM offer a unique experience, ready to be customized to create your perfect event. Our profits are used to support organizations assisting causes that affect the fire community and directly to fire families in need of assistance.

901 Cherry Street, Des Moines, (515) 822-1138

Smash Park is an indoor/outdoor "eatertainment" venue that connects people through endless fun.

We offer pickleball courts, arcade games, weekly events, scratch-driven food, unique cocktails, and so much more! Smash Park also offers more than 80 TVs, a 30-foot TV wall, and is home to Iowa’s largest patio!

6625 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines, (515) 313-0700

Seven Oaks Recreation sevenoaksrec.com

theshopdsm.com

smashpark.com

Spare Time Des Moines

sparetimeentertainment.com/desmoines

Your destination for group events, family fun, food, drinks, and more! Spare Time features bowling lanes, tons of arcade games, laser tag, escape room adventures, private luxury event spaces, and a full restaurant and bar. It’s the most fun you can find under one roof!

340 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, (515) 414-2824

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Twisted Vine Brewery twistedvinebrewery.com

Crafting uniquely twisted beer in the heart of Des Moines’ Market District. With over 25 beers on tap, cider, wine, craft cocktails, and nonalcoholic options, we will help you find your favorites. You don’t need to be a connoisseur of beer to have a good time!

112 SE 4th Street, Des Moines, (515) 720-2940

Warrior Lanes warriorlanes.com

Visit Warrior Lanes’ 16 lanes of REAL 10-pin bowling in Waukee for a great time with family, friends, and co-workers at affordable prices. Our center is clean, bright, fully accessible, family friendly with plenty of parking. Automatic scoring, automated bumpers, arcade, food, and beverages available.

Call ahead for lane availability.

190 SE Laurel Street, Waukee, (515) 987-4840

Winefest Des Moines winefestdesmoines.com

Winefest attracts thousands to its food and wine workshops, pairing dinners, and tasting events. Regarded as one of the most anticipated events of the year, Winefest offers something for beginning wine drinkers and connoisseurs alike. Visit winefestdesmoines.com for details on the events happening throughout the year.

Various Greater Des Moines Locations, (515) 244-0039

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, The worldfoodprize.org

The magnificent Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates is home to the World Food Prize, known as the “Nobel Prize for Food and Agriculture.”

Visit this beautifully restored century-old building and learn through art and interactive exhibits about global achievements in science, agriculture, and humanitarian efforts.

100 Locust Street, Des Moines, (515) 245-3783

Your Private Bar yourprivatebar.com

Your Private Bar is only open for private events and allows you to completely customize the space with modular seating, creative lighting options, multiple music selections, a full bar, and an open catering policy. We also provide Mobile Bar Services, as well as party rentals and custom alcohol-themed gift packages.

1701 25th Street, Suite 100, West Des Moines, (515) 461-8259

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Active

Iowa Wolves Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 564-8550 IAWolves.com

AQUATIC CENTERS Adventureland Park 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 266-2121 adventurelandresort.com

Grand Blue Mile Grand Avenue, Des Moines grandbluemile.com

Altoona Aquatics Park 1200 Venbury Drive, Altoona (515) 967-0788 altoonacampus.com/aquatics/ aquatics-park

IMT Des Moines Marathon 1001 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 288-2692 desmoinesmarathon.com

Ashworth Pool 102 45th Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

ANNUAL SPECTATOR EVENTS

Bates Park 330 Clark Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

ANNUAL EVENTS

ADVENTURE TRAVEL Rail Explorers: Boone Division 123 10th Street, Boone (877) 833-8588 railexplorers.net

AMATEUR & PROFESSIONAL SPORTS Des Moines Menace Soccer Club Valley Stadium 4440 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 226-9890 menacesoccer.com Iowa Barnstormers Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 633-2255 theiowabarnstormers.com Iowa Cubs Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines (515) 243-6111 iowacubs.com Iowa Wild Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 564-8700 iowawild.com

Drake Relays Drake Stadium 28th Street & Forest Avenue, Des Moines godrakebulldogs.com/sports/ drake-relays

Birdland Pool 300 Holcomb Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union 5000 Westown Parkway, Suite 150, West Des Moines (515) 288-9741 ighsau.org Iowa High School Athletic Association 1605 S Story Street, Boone (515) 432-2011 iahsaa.org

BIKE RENTALS

Big Creek State Park 8794 NW 125th Avenue, Polk City (515) 984-6473 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/Big-CreekState-Park

Nahas Aquatic Center 1101 Porter Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

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AUTO & HORSE RACING Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 967-1000 prairiemeadows.com

Cascade Falls 2350 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny (515) 963-3570 ankenyiowa.gov/697/Cascade-FallsAquatic-Center

Martin Luther King Jr Park 1650 Garfield Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

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Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center 714 W Detroit Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-9422 indianolaiowa.gov/248/AquaticCenter

Burke Park 601 E University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Holiday Aquatic Center 1701 Railroad Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 273-0700 wdm.iowa.gov/government/ parks-recreation/aquatic-centersspraygrounds

Principal Charity Classic, The 655 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 279-4653 principalcharityclassic.com

Valley View Aquatic Center 255 S 81st Street, West Des Moines (515) 273-0700 wdm.iowa.gov/Home/ Components/FacilityDirectory/ FacilityDirectory/3/1433

BCycle Greater Des Moines (515) 318-7488 desmoines.bcycle.com

Clive Aquatic Center 1801 NW 114th Street, Clive (515) 223-5246 cityofclive.com/parkandrecreation/ aquatic_center/index.php

Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 967-1000 prairiemeadows.com

Teachout Aquatic Center 2601 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Pearson Park 1256 19th Street, West Des Moines (515) 222-3444 wdm.iowa.gov/Home/ Components/FacilityDirectory/ FacilityDirectory/36/1433 Street Collective 506 E 6th Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 288-8022 dsmstreetcollective.org

BOAT RENTAL Big Creek State Park 8794 NW 125th Avenue, Polk City (515) 984-6473 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/Big-CreekState-Park

Northwest Aquatic Center 4915 Madison Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Easter Lake Park 2830 Easter Lake Drive, Des Moines (515) 249-1543 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Pete Crivaro Park 1105 E Railroad Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Saylorville Lake Marina 6170 NW Polk City Drive, Polk City (515) 984-6541 saylorvillelakemarina.com

Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center 1220 NW Prairie Ridge Drive, Ankeny (515) 963-3570 ankenyiowa.gov/700/Prairie-RidgeAquatic-Center

Warrior Lanes 190 SE Laurel Street, Waukee (515) 987-4840 warriorlanes.com

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BOWLING

CAMPGROUNDS Adventureland Campground 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 266-2121 adventurelandresort.com/ campground

Yellow Banks Park 6801 SE 32nd Avenue, Pleasant Hill (515) 266-1563 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Jester Park Elk & Bison Educational Plaza 12130 NW 128th Street, Granger (515) 323-5300 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

COLLEGIATE SPORTS

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Prairie Learning Center 9981 Pacific Street, Prairie City (515) 994-3400 fws.gov/refuge/neal-smith

Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt 8700 NE 126th Avenue, Maxwell (515) 967-2596 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Des Moines Area Community College 2006 S Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny (515) 964-6200 dmacc.edu

Iowa State Fairgrounds 3000 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 262-3111 iowastatefairgrounds.org

Drake University 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 271-2011 drake.edu

Reiman Gardens Iowa State University 1407 University Boulevard, Ames (515) 294-2710 reimangardens.com

Jester Park 12130 NW 128th Street, Granger (515) 323-5300 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Grand View University 1200 Grandview Avenue, Des Moines (515) 263-2800 grandview.edu

Sargent Park 3500 E Douglas Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Lake Ahquabi State Park 16510 118th Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-7101 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/LakeAhquabi-State-Park Polk County Conservation 12130 NW 128th Street, Granger (515) 323-5300 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation Thomas Mitchell Park 4590 NE 108th Street, Mitchellville (515) 967-4889 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails Walnut Woods State Park 3155 SE Walnut Woods Drive, West Des Moines (515) 285-4502 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/WalnutWoods-State-Park

Simpson College 701 N C Street, Indianola (515) 961-6251 simpson.edu

Woodlawn Park 3126 Twana Drive, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

CONNECT WITH NATURE

DISC GOLF

Beaverdale Park 3333 Adams Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Ewing Park 5300 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Fort Des Moines Park 7200 SE 5th Street, Des Moines polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Grandview Park 3230 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines (515) 323-6290 dmbotanicalgarden.com

Heritage Park Disc Golf 302½ NE Frisk Drive, Ankeny (515) 963-3570 ankenyiowa.gov/facilities/facility/ details/heritagepark-68

Iowa Arboretum 1875 Peach Avenue, Madrid (515) 795-3216 iowaarboretum.org

Pete Crivaro Park 1105 E Railroad Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

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Pickard Park 2205 E 2nd Avenue, Indianola (516) 961-9420 indianolaiowa.gov/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Pickard-Park-26 Prospect Park 1225 Prospect Road, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Southwoods Park 350 S 35th Street, West Des Moines (515) 222-3444 wdm.iowa.gov/government/parksrecreation/parks-facilities-trails Walnut Ridge Disc Golf Course 9125 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston recreation.gov/camping/ campgrounds/234696

DOG PARKS 17th Avenue Dog Park 851 17th Avenue Southwest, Altoona (515) 967-5136 visitaltoona.com/business-listing/ altoona-dog-park Ankeny Dog Park 1155 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny (515) 963-3570 ankenyiowa.gov/427/Dog-Park Ewing Dog Park 4660 Indianola Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Indianola Dog Park 1710 S K Street, Indianola (515) 961-9420 indianolaiowa.gov/Facilities/facility/ details/dog-park-34 Paws & Pints 6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines (515) 969-2275 pawsandpintsdsm.com

Raccoon River Dog Park 2500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 222-3444 wdm.iowa.gov/DogPark Riverwalk Dog Park 1111 Illinois Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Urbandale Dog Park 4905 68th Street, Urbandale urbandale.org/1089/Dog-Park Windsor Heights Dog Park South of Colby Park and Interstate 235, Windsor Heights (515) 279-3662 windsorheights.org/350/ParksRentals

GOLF COURSES *Private course A.H. Blank Golf Course 808 County Line Road, Des Moines (515) 248-6300 golfblank.com Beaver Creek Golf Club 11200 NW Towner Drive, Grimes (515) 986-3221 beavercreek-golf.com Bright Grandview Golf Course 2401 E 29th Street, Des Moines (515) 248-6301 golfbrightgrandview.com Glen Oaks Country Club* 1401 Glen Oaks Drive, West Des Moines (515) 221-9000 glenoakscc.com Jester Park Golf Course 11949 NW 118th Avenue, Granger (515) 999-2903 jesterparkgolf.com Otter Creek Golf Course 4100 NE Otter Creek Drive, Ankeny (515) 965-6464 ottercreekankeny.com Wakonda Club* 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 285-4962 wakondaclub.com Waveland Golf Course 4908 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 248-6302 golfwaveland.com

HEALTHY FOOD OPTIONS Downtown Farmers’ Market Historic Court District, Des Moines (515) 286-4928 desmoinesfarmersmarket.com

HORSEBACK RIDING Jester Park Equestrian Center 11171 NW 103rd Court, Granger (515) 999-2818 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ jester-park-equestrian-center

HOSPITALS, CLINICS, & CHIROPRACTORS Athletic Training Room, The 2785 N Ankeny Boulevard, Suite 17, Ankeny (515) 964-5000 theathletictrainer.com

Raccoon River Archery Facility 2500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 222-3444 wdm.iowa.gov/archery

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTS

Blank Children’s Hospital 1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-5437 blankchildrens.org

Altoona Parks & Recreation 900 Venbury Drive, Suite A, Altoona (515) 967-5203 altoona-iowa.com

Iowa Lutheran Hospital 700 E University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 263-5612 unitypointhealth.org

Ankeny Parks & Recreation 1210 NW Prairie Ridge Drive, Ankeny (515) 963-3570 ankenyiowa.gov/161/ParksRecreation

Iowa Methodist Medical Center 1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-6212 unitypointhealth.org MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center 1111 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 247-3121 mercyone.org/desmoines MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center 1755 59th Place, West Des Moines (515) 358-8000 mercyone.org/location/mercyonewest-des-moines-medical-center Methodist West Hospital 1660 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 343-1000 unitypointhealth.org

INDOOR SPORTS ATTRACTIONS Climb Iowa 3605 SE Miehe Drive, Grimes (515) 986-2565 climbiowa.com MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 440-4820 therecplex.com

OTHER SPECTATOR EVENTS Kiwanis Miracle League at Principal Park 529 SW 5th Street, Des Moines (515) 280-5017 kiwanismiracleleague.org Urbandale Miracle League Field 4871 78th Street, Urbandale (515) 278-3963 urbandale.org/801/miracleleague-field

PAINTBALL & SHOOTING SPORTS - OUTDOOR Banner Shooting Range 13796 Elk Horn Street, Indianola (515) 961-6408 iowadnr.gov/Hunting/Places-to-HuntShoot/Iowa-Shooting-Ranges

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Bondurant Parks & Recreation 200 2nd Street Northeast, Bondurant (515) 967-2418 cityofbondurant.com/parks-andrecreation City of Windsor Heights 1145 66th Street, Suite 1, Windsor Heights (515) 279-3662 windsorheights.org/350/ParksRentals Clive Parks & Recreation 1900 NW 114th Street, Clive (515) 223-5246 cityofclive.com/parkandrecreation Des Moines Parks & Recreation 1551 E Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Grimes Parks & Recreation 410 SE Main Street, Grimes (515) 986-2143 grimesiowa.gov/174/ParksRecreation Indianola Parks & Recreation 2204 W 2nd Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-9420 indianolaiowa.gov/225/ParksRecreation Pleasant Hill Parks & Recreation 5160 Maple Drive, Suite A, Pleasant Hill (515) 262-9368 pleasanthilliowa.org/parks Polk City Parks & Recreation 112 3rd Street, Polk City (515) 984-6233 polkcityia.gov/parks-and-recreation Polk County Conservation 12130 NW 128th Street, Granger (515) 323-5300 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation Urbandale Parks & Recreation 3600 86th Street, Urbandale (515) 278-3963 urbandale.org/170/Parks-Recreation

West Des Moines Parks & Recreation 4200 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 222-3444 wdm.iowa.gov/government/parksrecreation

RECREATION & SPORTS FACILITIES Des Moines Buccaneers Hockey Buccaneer Arena 7201 Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) 278-2827 bucshockey.com Horizon Events Center 2100 NW 100th Street, Clive (515) 207-5245 horizoneventscenter.com James W. Cownie Baseball Park 2050 SE 22nd Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org James W. Cownie Soccer Park 2600 Hartford Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Lauridsen Skatepark 901 2nd Avenue, Des Moines (515) 323-5300 dsmskatepark.com MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 440-4820 therecplex.com Polk City Sports Complex 1701 W Bridge Road, Polk City polkcityia.gov/parks-and-recreation/ parks/slideshows/sports-complex

ROAD RACES DAM to DSM Greater Des Moines damtodsm.com Grand Blue Mile Grand Avenue, Des Moines grandbluemile.com IMT Des Moines Marathon 1001 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 288-2692 desmoinesmarathon.com

SPORTING GOODS Fleet Feet Des Moines Historic East Village 521 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 323-3338 fleetfeetdesmoines.com Ichi Bike Historic East Village 311 E Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 274-0397 ichibike.com Ichi Bike Highland Park Garage 3705 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 630-3625 ichibike.com

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WATER SPORTS & RENTALS Big Creek State Park 8794 NW 125th Avenue, Polk City (515) 984-6473 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/Big-CreekState-Park Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt 8700 NE 126th Avenue, Maxwell (515) 967-2596 polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/ parks-trails

Arts & Culture

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Gray’s Lake 2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Board & Brush 12871 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive (515) 850-8201 boardandbrush.com/clive

Lake Ahquabi State Park 16510 118th Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-7101 iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/StateParks/Iowa-State-Parks/LakeAhquabi-State-Park

Des Moines Art Center 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 277-4405 desmoinesartcenter.org

Saylorville Lake Marina 6170 NW Polk City Drive, Polk City (515) 984-6541 saylorvillelakemarina.com

WINTER SPORTS Brenton Skating Plaza 520 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines (515) 283-4233 dmparks.org MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 440-4820 therecplex.com Pointe Vista Park 9612 Enfield Drive, Johnston (515) 727-8091 cityofjohnston.com/887/PointeVista-Park Seven Oaks Recreation 1086 222nd Drive, Boone (515) 432-9457 sevenoaksrec.com Terra Park 6400 Pioneer Parkway, Johnston (515) 727-8091 cityofjohnston.com/890/Terra-Park Winter Park 5110 72nd Street, Urbandale (515) 278-3963 urbandale.org/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Winter-Park-46

Hoyt Sherman Place Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 244-0507 hoytsherman.org

Christkindlmarket Des Moines Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines (515) 250-6366 christkindlmarketdsm.com

Lauridsen Amphitheater Des Moines Water Works Park 2251 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines (515) 240-7993 dsmwaterworkspark.com/lauridsenamphitheater-3

ciLive Des Moines Area Community College West Campus 5959 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 633-2407 internal.dmacc.edu/ciweek/ pageswelcome.aspx

Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater Historic East Village 75 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org Stoner Theater Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 246-2300 desmoinesperformingarts.org

ENTERTAINMENT VENUES

Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd Street, Des Moines (515) 277-6261 dmplayhouse.com

Board & Brush 12871 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive (515) 850-8201 boardandbrush.com/clive

CONCERTS & LIVE MUSIC Central Iowa Blues Society Greater Des Moines cibs.org Civic Music Association 900 Keosauqua Way, Suite 113, Des Moines (515) 280-4020 civicmusic.org Covered Bridges Winery 2207 170th Trail, Winterset (515) 729-9463 coveredbridgeswinery.com Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 246-2300 desmoinesperformingarts.org Des Moines Metro Opera 106 W Boston Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-6221 desmoinesmetroopera.org Des Moines Symphony The Temple for Performing Arts 1011 Locust Street, Suite 200, Des Moines (515) 280-4000 dmsymphony.org Harmony Central Chorus Greater Des Moines hcchorus.org

Iowa State Fairgrounds 3000 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 262-3111 iowastatefairgrounds.org

National Balloon Classic 15335 Jewell Street, Indianola (515) 961-8415 nationalballoonclassic.com

Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 967-1000 prairiemeadows.com

Principal Charity Classic, The 655 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 279-4653 principalcharityclassic.com

Prairie Meadows Riveria Stage at Riverview Riverview Park 710 Corning Avenue, Des Moines riverviewevents.org

Toast District at Prairie Trail 1345 SW Park Square Drive, Suite 300, Ankeny (515) 272-5071 toastankeny.com

Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater Historic East Village 75 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

Vintage & Made Fair Dallas County Fairgrounds 28057 Fairgrounds Road, Adel (515) 205-5336 vintageandmadefair.com

Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 564-8000 iowaeventscenter.com

FESTIVALS

Animal Lifeline of Iowa 4521 SE 14th Street, Des Moines (515) 285-7387 animal-lifeline.com

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Iowa State Fair Iowa State Fairgrounds 3000 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 262-3111 iowastatefair.org

Horizon Events Center 2100 NW 100th Street, Clive (515) 207-5245 horizoneventscenter.com

Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc. 5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines (515) 262-9503 arl-iowa.org

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Iowa Barnstormers Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 633-2255 theiowabarnstormers.com

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa Jolly Holiday Lights Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona (515) 334-2636 iowa.wish.org

EVENTS

Harmony Delegation Chorus Greater Des Moines (515) 259-0764 harmonydelegation.com

Downtown Farmers’ Market Historic Court District (515) 286-4928 desmoinesfarmersmarket.com

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80/35 Music Festival Des Moines Water Works Park 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines (515) 676-0005 80-35.com Capital City Pride Historic East Village 4th – 7th blocks of E Grand Avenue, Des Moines capitalcitypride.org

Des Moines Arts Festival Western Gateway Park 15th & Locust Streets, Des Moines desmoinesartsfestival.org Iowa Latino Heritage Festival Western Gateway Park 15th & Locust Streets, Des Moines (515) 279-0715 latinoheritagefestival.org Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, Inc. 4051 Dean Avenue, Des Moines (515) 262-4100 sleepyhollowsportspark.com Winefest Des Moines Various Greater Des Moines Locations (515) 244-0039 winefestdesmoines.com

FILM & CINEMA Jordan Creek Town Center 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 440-6255 jordancreektowncenter.com Palms Theatres & IMAX, The 200 NE Westgate Drive, Waukee (515) 630-2337 fridleytheatres.com

GALLERIES & EXHIBITS Des Moines Art Center 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 277-4405 desmoinesartcenter.org Madison County Chamber of Commerce 73 Jefferson Street, Winterset (515) 462-1185 madisoncounty.com Mainframe Studios 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines (515) 216-4253 mainframestudios.org

MUSEUMS & CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS Bennett Schoolhouse 4001 Fuller Road, West Des Moines (515) 225-1286 wdmhs.org/the-bennett-school Blank Park Zoo 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 285-4722 blankparkzoo.com Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines (515) 323-6290 dmbotanicalgarden.com Historic Jordan House 2001 Fuller Road, West Des Moines (515) 225-1286 wdmhs.org/the-jordan-house Iowa Architectural Foundation 400 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 244-1888 iowaarchfoundation.org

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum Camp Dodge 7105 NW 70th Avenue, Johnston (515) 252-4531 goldstarmuseum.iowa.gov

Iowa State Capitol 1007 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 281-5591 www.legis.iowa.gov/resources/ tourcapitol

Iowa State Capitol 1007 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 281-5591 www.legis.iowa.gov/resources/ tourcapitol

John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Western Gateway Park 1330 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 277-4405 desmoinesartcenter.org/visit/ pappajohn-sculpture-park

Living History Farms 11121 Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) 278-5286 lhf.org Rollins Mansion 2801 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 657-7288 rollinsmansion.com Salisbury House & Gardens 4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines (515) 274-1777 salisburyhouse.org Science Center of Iowa Historic Court District 401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines (515) 274-6868 sciowa.org Scottish Rite Consistory 519 Park Street, Des Moines (515) 288-8927 dmscottishrite.org State Historical Museum of Iowa 600 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 281-5111 history.iowa.gov Terrace Hill 2300 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 281-7205 terracehill.iowa.gov

OPERA & CLASSICAL MUSIC Des Moines Metro Opera 106 W Boston Avenue, Indianola (515) 961-6221 desmoinesmetroopera.org Des Moines Symphony The Temple for Performing Arts 1011 Locust Street, Suite 200, Des Moines (515) 280-4000 dmsymphony.org

PUBLIC ART Art Along the Trail 1900 NW 114th Street, Clive (515) 223-5246 cityofclive.com/things_to_do/public_ art_program/art_along_the_trail.php

Principal Riverwalk 115 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

THEATER & DANCE Ballet Des Moines 121 S 11th Street, Suite 100, West Des Moines (515) 440-1177 balletdesmoines.org Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 246-2300 desmoinesperformingarts.org Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd Street, Des Moines (515) 277-6261 dmplayhouse.com Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show, The Historic East Village Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown 101 E Locust Street, Des Moines (866) 496-0535 dtctv.us/dtn-dmn Hoyt Sherman Place Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 244-0507 hoytsherman.org Iowa Stage Theatre Company Stoner Theater of Des Moines Performing Arts 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 309-0251 iowastage.org Scottish Rite Consistory 519 Park Street, Des Moines (515) 288-8927 dmscottishrite.org Stoner Theater Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 246-2300 desmoinesperformingarts.org

Key A B P S

Airport Shuttle Free Breakfast Pool Skywalk Access Pet Friendly

ALTOONA Adventureland Inn 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 265-7321 adventurelandresort.com/stay-withus/adventureland-inn P Best Western Plus Altoona Inn 300 34th Avenue Northwest, Altoona (515) 967-2400 bestwestern.com BP Comfort Inn – Altoona 2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 967-4412 choicehotels.com/iowa/altoona/ comfort-inn-hotels/ia234 BP Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona 460 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 446-9888 shorturl.at/jmFSZ BP Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona 215 Adventureland Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 967-5774 altoonadesmoines.hamptonby hilton.com BP Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites – Altoona 165 Adventureland Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 967-1855 hiexpress.com/altoonaia BP Hyatt Place Hotel – Altoona 480 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 520-8300 shorturl.at/boNVW BP

Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand, The Ingersoll & Grand Avenue, Des Moines theavenuesdsm.com Greenwood Park 100 45th Street, Des Moines (515) 237-1386 dmparks.org

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La Quinta Inn & Suites Altoona – Des Moines 1785 11th Street Northwest, Altoona (515) 706-1507 lq.com BP MyPlace – Altoona 2315 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 348-7161 myplacehotels.com/altoona Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 967-1000 prairiemeadows.com P Quality Inn & Suites – Altoona 2701 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 461-4793 choicehotels.com/iowa/altoona/ quality-inn-hotels/ia202?source=lb BP Super 8 – Altoona 2101 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 967-7888 www.wyndhamhotels.com/super-8/ altoona-iowa/super-8-altoona-iowa/ overview BP

ANKENY AmericInn Lodge & Suites – Ankeny 1610 SE Oralabor Road, Ankeny (515) 964-2004 americinn.com/hotels/ia/ankeny BP Best Western Premier – Ankeny 2502 SE Tones Drive, Ankeny (515) 965-5678 bestwestern.com/16110 P Courtyard by Marriott – Ankeny 2405 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny (515) 422-5555 marriott.com/dsman P MyPlace – Ankeny 2506 SE Tones Drive, Ankeny (515) 381-0589 myplacehotels.com/my-place-hotelankeny-des-moines-ia

CLIVE Country Inn & Suites – Des Moines West 1350 NW 118th Street, Clive (515) 223-9254 countryinns.com/cliveia BP Courtyard by Marriott – West/Clive 1520 NW 114th Street, Clive (515) 225-1222 marriott.com/dsmch P Wildwood Lodge 11431 Forest Avenue, Clive (515) 222-9876 thewildwoodlodge.com BP

DES MOINES AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines Historic East Village 401 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 518-6060 marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dsmadac-hotel-des-moines-east-village/ overview A AmericInn Hotel & Suites Des Moines Airport 1920 Hackley Avenue, Des Moines (515) 285-5180 americinn.com/hotels/ia/des-moinesairport ABP Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport Hotel 6221 Willow Creek Avenue, Des Moines (515) 285-0654 wyndhamhotels.com/baymont/ des-moines-iowa/baymont-inn-andsuites-des-moines-airport/overview ABP

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines Drake University 2650 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 264-7960 home2desmoines.com BP

Hampton Inn – Airport 5001 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 287-7300 desmoinesairport.hamptoninn.com ABP

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton 1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 528-7733 hotelfortdesmoines.com S

Hilton Des Moines Downtown 435 Park Street, Des Moines (515) 241-1456 hiltondesmoinesdowntown.com APS Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport 6800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 285-7777 hilton.com/en/hotels/dsmgigi-hiltongarden-inn-des-moines-airport A Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 1050 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 283-0151 ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/ des-moines/dsmdw/hoteldetail AP Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Des Moines Downtown 333 SW 11th Street, Des Moines (515) 657-8181 holidayinnexpress.com/ desmoinesdtnia ABP

Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown 418 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-5555 desmoines.place.hyatt.com BPS Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel 401 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 244-2151 marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dsmbrrenaissance-des-moines-saveryhotel/overview S Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown Historic East Village 201 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 280-3828 staybridgesuites.com/desmoines BP Surety Hotel 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 985-2066 suretyhotel.com

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center 929 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 282-5251 choicehotels.com/iowa/des-moines/ comfort-inn-hotels/ia103 BP Des Lux Hotel 800 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 288-5800 desluxhotel.com AB

Quality Inn & Suites – Ankeny 201 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny (515) 964-8202 choicehotels.com/iowa/ankeny/ quality-inn-hotels/ia182 BP

Des Moines Marriott Downtown 700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 245-5500 desmoinesmarriott.com APS

Sleep Inn & Suites – Ankeny 2406 SE Tones Drive, Ankeny (515) 964-5909 choicehotels.com/iowa/ankeny/ sleep-inn-hotels/ia243 BP

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown Historic East Village 101 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 244-1700 desmoines.embassysuites.com ABP

WoodSpring Suites – Ankeny 6703 SE Bellagio Drive, Ankeny (515) 289-1701 woodspring.com

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport 6880 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 309-4444 marriott.com/dsmap ABP

Fairfield Inn & Suites – Des Moines Downtown 207 Crocker Street, Des Moines (515) 350-7997 marriott.com/dsmfd B

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AmericInn Lodge & Suites 251 SE Gateway Drive, Grimes (515) 986-9900 americinn.com/hotels/ia/Grimes BP

JOHNSTON AmericInn Hotel & Suites – Johnston 5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston (515) 270-1111 americinn.com/hotels/ia/johnston BP Hilton Garden Inn – Des Moines/ Urbandale 8600 Northpark Drive, Johnston (515) 270-8890 desmoinesurbandale.gardeninn.com P Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center 5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston (515) 334-9000 stoneycreekhotels.com BP TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines/Urbandale 8800 Northpark Drive, Johnston (515) 727-4066 marriott.com/dsmur BP

PLEASANT HILL Sleep Inn & Suites – Pleasant Hill 5850 Morning Star Court, Pleasant Hill (515) 299-9922 choicehotels.com/iowa/pleasant-hill/ sleep-inn-hotels/ia112 B

Located Inside Marriott Des Moines Downtown Hotel 700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50309 | Marriott.com/DSMIA

WoodSpring Suites – Pleasant Hill 1525 Metro East Drive, Pleasant Hill (515) 266-9500 woodspring.com

URBANDALE Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines Northwest 4800 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale (515) 278-4755 holidayinn.com/desmoinesia AP Hotel Renovo 11167 Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) 276-1126 hotelrenovo.com AP Revel Hotel 11211 Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) 270-2424 revelhoteldsm.com AB

WEST DES MOINES Comfort Inn and Suites West Des Moines 1625 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 440-3679 choicehotels.com/iowa/west-desmoines/comfort-inn-hotels/ia240 BP

Courtyard by Marriott – West Des Moines at Jordan Creek 410 S 68th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-9800 marriott.com/dsmcw P Drury Inn & Suites – West Des Moines West Glen Town Center 5505 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 457-9500 druryhotels.com/locations/ des-moines-ia/drury-inn-and-suiteswest-des-moines BP Element West Des Moines West Glen Town Center 575 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines (515) 661-4345 elementwestdesmoines.com BP Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott – West Des Moines 7225 Vista Drive, West Des Moines (515) 225-6100 marriott.com/dsmwf P Hampton Inn & Suites – Mills Civic Parkway 6160 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 218-1110 hampton.com BP Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive 7060 Lake Drive, West Des Moines (515) 223-4700 desmoineswest.hamptoninn.com BP Hilton Garden Inn – West Des Moines 205 S 64th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-0571 westdesmoines.stayhgi.com P Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Jordan West 240 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 223-4050 ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/ en/des-moines/dsmwd/hoteldetail BP Homewood Suites West 6220 Stagecoach Drive, West Des Moines (515) 218-7500 homewoodsuites.com BP Hyatt Place West Des Moines at Jordan Creek Jordan Creek Town Center 295 S 64th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-4001 desmoinesjordancreek.place.hyatt. com/en/hotel/home.html BP

Residence Inn by Marriott Jordan Creek Town Center 160 S Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 267-0338 marriott.com/dsmri BP

Hampton Inn & Suites – Ankeny (515) 261-4400

Quality Inn (515) 266-6800

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines – Ankeny (515) 965-2400

Quality Inn & Suites – Merle Hay (515) 278-2381

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines/Ankeny (515) 963-0006

Rewind Hotel, Tapestry Collection

by Hilton 6075 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 309-3900 rewindhotel.com P Sheraton – West Des Moines 1800 50th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-1800 marriott.com/dsmsi AP Simply Suites by Sonesta 7625 Office Plaza Drive North, West Des Moines (515) 221-0001 sonesta.com/us/iowa/des-moines/ sonesta-simply-suites-des-moines

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham (515) 963-9500

Ramada Des Moines Airport Hotel and Convention Center (515) 287-6464

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North (515) 304-5050

Red Roof Inn (937) 327-6577

Super 8 – Ankeny (515) 706-1597

Redwood Motel (515) 265-1601

Wyndham Garden Ankeny (515) 218-2247

Residence Inn Des Moines – Downtown (515) 288-4500

CLIVE Best Western PLUS – Des Moines West (515) 221-2345 Days Inn Des Moines West/Clive (515) 337-0273

Staybridge Suites West Des Moines 6905 Lake Drive, West Des Moines (515) 223-0000 staybridge.com/westdesmoines BP TownePlace Suites West Des Moines – Jordan Creek Jordan Creek Town Center 125 S 68th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-8015 marriott.com/dsmts BP

Super 8 – West Des Moines/Clive (515) 259-1347

Hotel Pommier (515) 961-0551

DES MOINES A-1 Motel (515) 287-5160

Quality Inn & Suites – Indianola (515) 961-0058

Budget Inn & Suites (515) 265-5611 Cozy Rest Motel (515) 244-5510 Days Inn & Suites – Airport (515) 256-0603 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites – Merle Hay (515) 278-8858 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds (515) 216-0196

OTHER HOTELS ALTOONA Motel 6/Studio 6 – Altoona (515) 967-5252

Hampton Inn & Suites – Downtown (515) 244-1650

ANKENY Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny – Des Moines (515) 965-8400

Hawkeye Motel (515) 244-8828 Motel 6 – Des Moines North (515) 266-5456

Country Inn & Suites – Ankeny (515) 644-6164

Motel 8 (515) 265-0378

Days Inn – Ankeny (515) 954-3581

Palace Inn (515) 289-2770

Econo Lodge Ankeny (515) 963-1100

Super 8 (515) 265-5671 INDIANOLA Country Inn & Suites – Indianola (515) 808-4054

Baymont Inn & Suites (515) 650-1269

WoodSpring Suites – West Des Moines 7255 Lake Drive, West Des Moines (515) 705-7644 woodspring.com/extended-stayhotels/locations/iowa/des-moines/ woodspring-suites-west-des-moines

Royal Motel (515) 274-0459

La Quinta Inn (515) 218-9187

American Inn & Suites (515) 278-1601

West Des Moines Marriott 1250 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 267-1500 marriott.com/dsmwd AP

Quality Inn & Suites at Des Moines Airport (515) 287-3434

POLK CITY Qube Hotel (515) 984-3092 URBANDALE Econo Lodge – Urbandale (515) 278-2811 Extended Stay America – Urbandale (515) 276-1929 Fairfield Inn & Suites – Urbandale (515) 278-2500 Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale (515) 252-7000 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale Des Moines (515) 278-9000 Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale (515) 612-7497 Motel Relax (515) 528-4444 Urbandale Extended Stay (515) 207-2614 WEST DES MOINES Days Inn West Des Moines (515) 612-7446 Extended Stay America – West Des Moines (515) 327-9100 Motel 6 – Des Moines West (515) 267-8885

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Jethro’s BBQ n’ LakeHouse District at Prairie Trail 1425 SW Vintage Parkway, Ankeny (515) 289-4444 ankeny.jethrosdesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Waterfront Seafood Restaurant 2414 SE Tones Drive, Ankeny (515) 963-1940 waterfrontseafoodmarket.com L:$ D:$$$ SEAFOOD Tribute Eatery & Bar District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny COMING IN 2024!

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ALTOONA AJ’s Steakhouse Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 957-3535 prairiemeadows.com/dining/ajssteakhouse D:$$$$ STEAK & CHOP Burger Shed 500 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 630-7433 eatatburgershed.com L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Café at the Meadows Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) 967-1000 prairiemeadows.com/dining/cafe-atthe-meadows B:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Jethro’s BBQ ‘n Jake’s Smokehouse Steaks 2601 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 957-9727 altoona.jethrosdesmoines.com BR :$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Spectators Sports Bar & Grill Adventureland Inn 3200 Adventureland Drive, Altoona (515) 957-5707 adventurelandresort.com/discoveradventureland-resort/dining-andshopping/spectators-sports-bar---grill BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ PUB FARE Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse – Altoona 550 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) 957-9600 johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ STEAK & CHOP

ANKENY 30hop District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny (515) 289-0227 30hop.com *NEW LOCATION IN 2024!

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Django 1420 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 228-0268 djangodesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ FRENCH Drake Diner 1111 25th Street, Des Moines (515) 277-1111 drakediner.com B:$ L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN El Bait Shop Historic Court District 200 SW 2nd Street, Des Moines (515) 284-1970 elbaitshop.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

Allora Cafe Krause Gateway Center 1459 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 274-7787 krausegatewaycenter.com/alloracafe B:$$ L:$$ ITALIAN

Exile Brewing Company 1514 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 883-2337 exilebrewing.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BREW PUB

Americana Restaurant & Lounge 1312 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 283-1312 americanadsm.com BR:$$ L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN

Fong’s Pizza Historic Court District 223 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 323-3333 fongspizza.com L:$ D:$$ PIZZA

Aposto 644 18th Street, Des Moines (515) 244-1353 apostodm.com D:$$$ ITALIAN Baratta’s 2320 S Union Street, Des Moines (515) 243-4516 barattas.com L:$ D:$$ ITALIAN Big Grove Brewery 555 17th Street, Des Moines (515) 777-2337 biggrove.com L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Blue Sushi Saki Grill 316 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 379-6800 bluesushisakegrill.com L:$$$ D:$$$ SUSHI

Fresko 909 Locust Street, Suite 103, Des Moines (515) 630-7009 freskodsm.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Gameday KCSF Merle Hay Mall 3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 1220, Des Moines (515) 635-0705 gamedaykcsf.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN Gateway Market & Café The Avenues 2002 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 243-1754 gatewaymarket.com B:$ L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

Bubba Southern Comforts 200 10th Street, Des Moines (515) 257-4744 bubbadsm.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$

Genevieve’s Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 1050 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 283-0151 holidayinn.com/dsm-downtown B:$ L:$ AMERICAN

Buzzard Billy’s 615 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 244-2899 buzzardbillys.com B:$ BR:$ L:$ D:$$ CAJUN

Harbinger The Avenues 2724 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 244-1314 harbingerdsm.com D:$$$ FARM TO TABLE

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Centro 1003 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 248-1780 centrodesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ ITALIAN Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company Historic Court District 309 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-2739 courtavebrew.com B:$$ BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ BREW PUB

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Hessen Haus Historic Court District 101 SW 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-2520 hessenhaus.com L:$ D:$$ GERMAN High Life Lounge Historic Court District 200 SW 2nd Street, Des Moines (515) 280-1965 thehighlifelounge.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

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Hobnob Coffee and Wine Bar Hotel Fort Des Moines 1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 528-7733 hotelfortdesmoines.com/dining COFFEE & TEA

HoQ Restaurant Historic East Village 303 E 5th Street, Des Moines (515) 244-1213 hoqtable.com BR:$ L:$$ D:$$ FARM TO TABLE Iowa Taproom, The Historic East Village 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 243-0827 iowataproom.com L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN Jethro’s BBQ All Stars 721 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 279-3000 downtown.jethrosdesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Jethro’s BBQ Southside Des Moines 4337 Park Avenue, Des Moines (515) 630-6374 southside.jethrosdesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse – Des Moines Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport 6800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 287-0847 johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com L:$$ D:$$$ STEAK & CHOP Liberty’s – An Iowa Grill Historic East Village Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown 101 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 244-1700 desmoines.embassysuites.com L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Local Bites 700 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 334-3435 eatlocalbites.com FAST FOOD

Louie’s Wine Dive 4040 University Avenue, Suite A, Des Moines (515) 777-3416 louieswinedive.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers 2331 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 381-9088 luckyhorsedsm.com L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN Malo 900 Mulberry Street, Des Moines (515) 244-5000 malodesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ LATIN Noah's Ark Restaurant The Avenues 2400 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 288-2246 noahsarkdesmoines.com L:$ D:$$ ITALIAN

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Park Street Kitchen and Bar Hilton Des Moines Downtown 435 Park Street, Des Moines (515) 645-4065 hiltondesmoinesdowntown.com B:$ BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Peace Tree – Des Moines Branch Historic East Village 317 E Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 883-2739 peacetreebrewing.com BREW PUB

Proudfoot & Bird Hotel Fort Des Moines 1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 957-2400 hotelfortdesmoines.com/dining D:$$$ AMERICAN Rita’s Cantina 401 SE 5th Street, Des Moines (515) 777-1012 ritascantinadsm.com L:$ D:$$ MEXICAN Royal Mile Historic Court District 210 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 282-2012 royalmilebar.com BR:$ L:$$ D:$$ BRITISH South Union Bread Cafe 1007 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 248-1782 southunionbreadcafe.com L:$$ DELI Splash Seafood Bar & Grill 303 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 244-5686 splash-seafood.com D:$$$ SEAFOOD Star Bar The Avenues 2811 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 244-0790 starbardsm.com B:$ BR:$ L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN

Station on Ingersoll, The 3124 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 381-0052 thestationdsm.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

Hyper Energy Bar – Grimes 180 SE Meihe Drive, Grimes (515) 257-6904 hyperenergybar.com

Mulberry Street Tavern Surety Hotel 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 985-2066 suretyhotel.com/mulberry-streettavern B:$$ BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$

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Trellis Café Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines (515) 323-6288 trelliscafedsm.com L:$$ BISTRO Truman's Pizza Tavern 400 SE 6th Street, Des Moines (515) 214-2759 trumanstavern.com B:$ L:$ D:$$ PIZZA Tupelo Honey 665 Grand Avenue, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 513-5922 tupelohoneycafe.com/restaurant/ des-moines BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Zombie Burger + Drink Lab Historic East Village 300 E Grand Avenue, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 244-9292 zombieburgerdm.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

GRIMES Destination Grille 2491 E First Street, Grimes (515) 355-1153 destinationgrille.com L:$$ D:$$$$ AMERICAN

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COFFEE & TEA

Jethro’s BBQ n’ Pork Chop Grill 5950 86th Street, Johnston (515) 421-4848 porkchopgrill.jethrosdesmoines.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Trostel’s Greenbriar 5810 Merle Hay Road, Johnston (515) 253-0124 greenbriartrostels.com L:$$ D:$$$ AMERICAN

LUTHER Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ + Brew 403 Iowa Avenue, Luther (515) 257-7490 whatchasmokinbbq.com L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE

URBANDALE 5 Borough Bagels Urbandale 11101 Plum Drive, Urbandale (515) 214-1837 5boroughbagels.com B:$ L:$ COFFEE & TEA Beerhouse, The 4810 86th Street, Urbandale (515) 278-1821 beerhouseia.com L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Hyper Energy Bar – Urbandale 3739 86th Street, Urbandale (641) 255-1524 hyperenergybar.com COFFEE & TEA

Machine Shed 11151 Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) 270-6818 machineshed.com B:$ L:$ D:$$ AMERICAN

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WAUKEE Hyper Energy Bar – Waukee 1025 SE Laurel Street, Waukee (515) 207-8041 hyperenergybar.com COFFEE & TEA

WEST DES MOINES Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 5990 University Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 221-9900 biaggis.com L:$ D:$$ ITALIAN Chicken, The Great Western Trail 4221 SE Orilla Road, West Des Moines (515) 410-2520 thechickenorilla.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Fire Creek Grill 800 S 50th Street, Suite 110, West Des Moines (515) 224-0500 firecreekgrill.com L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Gilroy’s 1238 8th Street, West Des Moines (515) 809-1727 gilroyskitchen.com BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ AMERICAN Hyper Energy Bar – West Des Moines 675 S 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 644-6155 hyperenergybar.com COFFEE & TEA

JC Craft & Co. West Des Moines Marriott 1250 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 267-1500 jccraftco.com B:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ AMERICAN

Jethro’s BBQ n’ Bacon Bacon 1480 22nd Street, West Des Moines (515) 868-0888 westdesmoines.jethrosdesmoines.com B:$$ BR:$$ L:$$ D:$$ BARBECUE Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse – West Des Moines The Rewind Hotel, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton 6075 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 333-5665 johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com B:$$ L:$$ D:$$$ STEAK & CHOP Justice League of Food The Hall 111 S 11th Street, West Des Moines (515) 608-4277 justiceleagueoffood.org COOKING CLASSES

OPA! Italian & Greek 2800 University Avenue, Suite 450, West Des Moines (515) 433-3088 opawdm.com L:$ D:$$ ITALIAN Park Place Restaurant Sheraton – West Des Moines 1800 50th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-1800 marriott.com/dsmsi B:$ L:$$ BUFFET Waterfall Grille Restaurant & Lounge Sheraton – West Des Moines 1800 50th Street, West Des Moines (515) 223-1800 marriott.com/dsmsi L:$ D:$$ BISTRO Waterfront Seafood Market Clocktower Square 2900 University Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 223-5106 waterfrontseafoodmarket.com L:$ D:$$ SEAFOOD Zombie Burger + Shake Lab Jordan Creek Jordan Creek Town Center 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 12514, West Des Moines (515) 267-9046 zombieburgershakelab.com L:$ D:$ AMERICAN

WINDSOR HEIGHTS Little Brother 6587 University Avenue, Windsor Heights (515) 277-7907 littlebrotherdsm.com B:$$ BR:$$ L:$$ AMERICAN

Bars & Nightlife

Smash Park 6625 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines (515) 313-0700 smashpark.com/west-des-moines

Hobnob Coffee and Wine Bar Hotel Fort Des Moines, 1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 528-7733 hotelfortdesmoines.com

Spare Time Des Moines 340 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 414-2824 sparetimeentertainment.com/ desmoines

Ken’s – A Not So Secret Speakeasy Historic East Village 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 243-0827 iowataproom.com/kens

30hop District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny (515) 289-0227 30hop.com *NEW LOCATION IN 2024!

Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers 2331 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 381-9088 luckyhorsedsm.com

Beerhouse, The 4810 86th Street, Urbandale (515) 278-1821 beerhouseia.com

New Northwestern, The Historic East Village 321 E Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 410-1423 thenewnorthwestern.com

El Bait Shop Historic Court District 200 SW 2nd Street, Des Moines (515) 284-1970 elbaitshop.com

Star Bar The Avenues 2811 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 244-0790 starbardsm.com Truman’s Pizza Tavern 400 SE 6th Street, Des Moines (515) 214-2759 trumanstavern.com

Shopping

Park Street Kitchen and Bar Hilton Des Moines Downtown 435 Park Street, Des Moines (515) 645-4065 hiltondesmoinesdowntown.com

LynnLee Patio Bar Fairfield Inn & Suites – Des Moines Downtown 207 Crocker Street, Des Moines (515) 350-7997 marriott.com/dsmfd

Paws & Pints 6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines (515) 969-2275 pawsandpintsdsm.com

Fong’s Pizza Historic Court District 223 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 323-3333 fongspizza.com

Pots & Shots 9500 University Avenue, Suite 1101, West Des Moines (515) 441-0763 facebook.com/potsandshotsia

Gameday KCSF Merle Hay Mall 3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 1220, Des Moines (515) 635-0705 gamedaykcsf.com

Republic on Grand Historic East Village AC Hotel 401 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 518-6070 therepublicongrand.com

Gilroy’s 1238 8th Street, West Des Moines (515) 809-1727 gilroyskitchen.com Good News, Darling 717 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 369-2296 exploretock.com/ good-news-darling Hall, The 111 S 11th Street, Suite 200, West Des Moines (515) 608-4100 thehalldsm.com

West End Architectural Salvage 22 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 243-4405 westendsalvage.com

AUTO DEALERSHIPS

Ricochet Capital Sqaure 400 Locust Street, Suite 105, Des Moines (515) 410-1323 ricochetdsm.com

Willis Chevrolet of Granger 3333 Highway 141, Granger (833) 591-1798 willischevy.com

Secret Admirer 110 SW 5th Street, Des Moines

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Raccoon Forks Trading Company 621 Des Moines Street, Des Moines (515) 809-1715 raccoonforks.com

Willis Automotive 2121 NW 100th Street, Des Moines (515) 253-9600 willisauto.com

Royal Mile Historic Court District 210 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 282-2012 royalmilebar.com

Hessen Haus Historic Court District 101 SW 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-2520 hessenhaus.com

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Revival House 316 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 379-6800 revivalhousedsm.com

Rita’s Cantina 401 SE 5th Street, Des Moines (515) 777-1012 ritascantinadsm.com

Hello, Marjorie 717 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 369-2296 hellomarjorie.com

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High Life Lounge Historic Court District 200 SW 2nd Street, Des Moines (515) 280-1965 thehighlifelounge.com

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Willis Nissan 4770 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines (866) 807-7802 nissandesmoines.com

BAKERY ChaCha’s Highland Bakery 3615 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-4059 chachashighlandbakery.com Doré Bakery The Purveyor 505 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 330-1517 dorebakerydsm.com

BOUTIQUES

FLORISTS

KIN Historic East Village 333 E Grand Avenue, Suite 106, Des Moines (515) 805-4616 kindsm.com

Boesen the Florist 3422 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines (515) 223-9500 boesen.com

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES 515 Brewing Company 7700 University Avenue, Suite C, Clive 515brewing.com Big Grove Brewery 555 17th Street, Des Moines (515) 777-2337 biggrove.com Confluence Brewing Company 1235 Thomas Beck Road, Des Moines (515) 285-9005 confluencebrewing.com

Scheels Jordan Creek Town Center 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, Building 4000, West Des Moines (515) 727-4065 scheels.com/store?StoreID=060

Gateway Market & Café The Avenues 2002 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 243-1754 gatewaymarket.com

Southridge Mall 1111 E Army Post Road, Des Moines (515) 287-3881 shopsouthridgemall.com

FURNITURE

SPECIALTY FOOD & DRINK

Homemakers 10215 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale (515) 276-2772 homemakers.com Raccoon Forks Trading Company 621 Des Moines Street, Des Moines (515) 809-1715 raccoonforks.com

AllSpice Culinarium Historic East Village 400 E Locust Street, Suite 5, Des Moines (515) 868-0808 allspiceonline.com

Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company Historic Court District 309 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-2739 courtavebrew.com

GROCERY STORES

Brandmeyer Popcorn Company 647 S Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny (515) 262-3243 lottapop.com

Gateway Market & Café The Avenues 2002 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 243-1754 gatewaymarket.com

Campbell’s Nutrition 4040 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 277-6351 campbellsnutrition.com

Exile Brewing Company 1514 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 883-2337 exilebrewing.com

Hy-Vee, Inc. 5820 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 267-2800 hy-vee.com

Firetrucker Brewery Uptown Ankeny 716 SW 3rd Street, Ankeny (515) 964-1284 firetrucker.com Iowa Taproom, The Historic East Village 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 243-0827 iowataproom.com

SHOPPING MALLS & DISTRICTS Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand, The Ingersoll & Grand Avenue, Des Moines theavenuesdsm.com Christkindlmarket Des Moines Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines (515) 250-6366 christkindlmarketdsm.com

Peace Tree – Des Moines Branch Historic East Village 317 E Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) 883-2739 peacetreebrewing.com

Historic East Village First – 7th blocks of E Grand Avenue & Walnut Street, Des Moines eastvillagedesmoines.com

Twisted Vine Brewery 112 SE 4th Street, Des Moines (515) 720-2940 twistedvinebrewery.com

Historic Valley Junction 4th – 7th blocks of Railroad Avenue & Locust Street, West Des Moines (515) 222-3642 valleyjunction.com

CAR WASH Tommy’s Express Car Wash – Grimes 2480 E 1st Street, Grimes (515) 379-5130 heartofamericagroup.com/tommyscar-wash Tommy’s Express Car Wash – Waukee 180 SE Alice’s Road, Waukee (515) 585-0940 heartofamericagroup.com/tommyscar-wash Tommy’s Express Car Wash – West Des Moines 645 S 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 200-3144 heartofamericagroup.com/tommyscar-wash

Jordan Creek Town Center 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 440-6255 jordancreektowncenter.com Madison County Chamber of Commerce 73 Jefferson Street, Winterset (515) 462-1185 madisoncounty.com Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona (515) 380-7400 outletsofdesmoines.com

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Campbell’s Nutrition West 2749 100th Street, Urbandale (515) 331-1390 campbellsnutrition.com

Hyper Energy Bar – Waukee 1025 SE Laurel Street, Waukee (515) 207-8041 hyperenergybar.com Hyper Energy Bar – West Des Moines 675 S 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 644-6155 hyperenergybar.com Monarca Gourmet Paletas 9901 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive (515) 414-8200 monarcapaletas.com

SPECIALTY SHOPS AllSpice Culinarium Historic East Village 400 E Locust Street, Suite 5, Des Moines (515) 868-0808 allspiceonline.com America’s Best Apparel 1630 Fuller Road, West Des Moines (515) 223-4422 ameribest.com Animal Lifeline Thrift Shop 3304 SW 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-7197 animal-lifeline.com/thrift-shop

Capital City Fruit 1850 Colonial Parkway, Norwalk (515) 981-5111 capitalcityfruit.com

Arf & Wag Studio 8033 University Boulevard, Suite B, Clive (515) 601-3103 arfwag.com

ChaCha’s Highland Bakery 3615 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-4059 chachashilandbakery.com

Backroom Clothing 2601 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines (515) 274-8773 backroomclothing.com

Doré Bakery The Purveyor 505 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 330-1517 dorebakerydsm.com

Fleet Feet Des Moines Historic East Village 521 E Locust Street, Des Moines (515) 323-3338 fleetfeetdesmoines.com

Gateway Market & Café The Avenues 2002 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines (515) 243-1754 gatewaymarket.com

Ichi Bike Historic East Village 311 E Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) 274-0397 ichibike.com

Gong Fu Tea Historic East Village 414 E 6th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-3388 gongfu-tea.com

Ichi Bike Highland Park Garage 3705 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 630-3625 ichibike.com

Hall, The 111 S 11th Street, Suite 200, West Des Moines (515) 608-4100 thehalldsm.com Hyper Energy Bar – Grimes 180 SE Meihe Drive, Grimes (515) 257-6904 hyperenergybar.com Hyper Energy Bar – Urbandale 3739 86th Street, Urbandale (641) 255-1524 hyperenergybar.com

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Mr. B Clothing 1995 NW 86th Street, Clive (515) 276-8589 mrbclothing.com Raygun Historic East Village 505 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 288-1323 raygunsite.com Sticks East Village Historic East Village 400 E Locust Street, Suite 12, Des Moines (515) 282-0844 sticks.com

Tassel Ridge Winery 1681 220th Street, Leighton (641) 672-9463 tasselridge.com

SWEETS & SNACKS Brandmeyer Popcorn Company 647 S Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny (515) 262-3243 lottapop.com Capital City Fruit 1850 Colonial Parkway, Norwalk (515) 981-5111 capitalcityfruit.com ChaCha’s Highland Bakery 3615 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 282-4059 chachashilandbakery.com

Chocolaterie Stam – Jordan Creek Jordan Creek Town Center 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 12180, West Des Moines (515) 282-9575 stamchocolate.com

WEDDING Chocolate Storybook 1000 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 226-9893 chocolatestory.com Crème The Avenues 543 28th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-1050 cremecupcake.com

Chocolaterie Stam – Valley West Mall 1511 Valley West Mall, Suite 260, West Des Moines (515) 457-8464 stamchocolate.com

DSM Dance Party DJs Greater Des Moines (515) 512-2003 dsmdancepartydjs.com

Crème The Avenues 543 28th Street, Des Moines (515) 288-1050 cremecupcake.com

Chocolate Storybook 1000 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 226-9893 chocolatestory.com

Molly’s Cupcakes Historic East Village 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 101, Des Moines (515) 244-0778 mollysdsm.com

Chocolaterie Stam The Avenues 2814 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) 412-7826 stamchocolate.com

Monarca Gourmet Paletas 9901 University Avenue, Suite 150, Clive (515) 414-8200 monarcapaletas.com

Chocolaterie Stam – Altoona 739 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Suite 555, Altoona (515) 850-3054 stamchocolate.com

One Sweet Kitchen Greater Des Moines one-sweet-kitchen.com

Fairfield Inn & Suites – Des Moines Downtown 207 Crocker Street, Des Moines (515) 350-7997 marriott.com/dsmfd FFA Enrichment Center 1055 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny (515) 965-7372 ffaenrichmentcenter.com Fresko 909 Locust Street, Suite 103, Des Moines (515) 630-7009 freskodsm.com

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Good Co. DSM, The Greater Des Moines (641) 420-1441 thegoodcodsm.com Latin King, The 2200 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines (515) 266-4466 latinkingdsm.com Molly’s Cupcakes Historic East Village 215 E 3rd Street, Suite 101, Des Moines (515) 244-0778 mollysdsm.com One Sweet Kitchen Greater Des Moines one-sweet-kitchen.com River Center, The 340 SW 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) 330-1517 rivercenterdsm.com Shop DSM, The 901 Cherry Street, Des Moines (515) 822-1138 theshopdsm.com Toast District at Prairie Trail 1345 SW Park Square Drive, Suite 300, Ankeny (515) 272-5071 toastankeny.com

Your Private Bar 1701 25th Street, Suite 100, West Des Moines (515) 461-8289 yourprivatebar.com

WINERIES Covered Bridges Winery 2207 170th Trail, Winterset (515) 729-9463 coveredbridgeswinery.com

ANIMAL BOARDING Dog Days & Cat Naps 5665 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston (515) 276-0086 mydogdaysandcatnaps.com Paws & Pints 6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines (515) 969-2275 pawsandpintsdsm.com

BANKS

Jasper Winery 2400 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines (515) 282-9463 jasperwinery.com

Bankers Trust 453 7th Street, Des Moines (515) 245-2863 bankerstrust.com

Tassel Ridge Winery 1681 220th Street, Leighton (641) 672-9463 tasselridge.com

Bankers Trust – Altoona Branch 3820 8th Street Southwest, Altoona (515) 957-8989 bankerstrust.com

Visitor Resources

Bankers Trust – Ames Branch 3725 Stange Road, Ames (515) 233-4424 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – Ankeny Branch 1925 N Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny (515) 965-2497 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – Clive Branch 11111 University Avenue, Clive (515) 222-2000 bankerstrust.com

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION Royal Rides Limousine 4701 NW Urbandale Drive, Suite 212, Urbandale (515) 803-0671 royalridesdm.com

AIRPORTS Des Moines International Airport 5800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 256-5100 flydsm.com

Bankers Trust – Downtown Branch 717 7th Street, Des Moines (515) 245-2426 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – East Branch 150 E Euclid Avenue, Des Moines (515) 245-2432 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – Grimes Branch 110 SE Main Street, Grimes (515) 986-3606 bankerstrust.com

Bankers Trust – North Branch 3905 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines (515) 245-2440 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – Skywalk Branch 453 7th Street, Des Moines (515) 245-2919 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – South Branch 655 E Army Post Road, Des Moines (515) 245-2977 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – West Des Moines Branch 620 S 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 248-1320 bankerstrust.com Bankers Trust – Windsor Heights Branch 7000 University Avenue, Windsor Heights (515) 271-1000 bankerstrust.com West Bank 1601 22nd Street, West Des Moines (515) 222-2300 westbankstrong.com West Bank – City Center 809 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 222-2385 westbankstrong.com West Bank – East Branch 2440 E Euclid Avenue, Des Moines (515) 222-2390 westbankstrong.com West Bank – Grand Branch 125 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines (515) 222-2384 westbankstrong.com West Bank – South Branch 3920 SW 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 222-2374 westbankstrong.com

West Bank – Waukee Branch 955 E Hickman Road, Waukee (515) 221-7740 westbankstrong.com

CITY/METRO BUS Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) 620 Cherry Street, Des Moines (515) 283-8100 ridedart.com D-Line Shuttle 620 Cherry Street, Des Moines (515) 283-8100 ridedart.com

COPYING & DUPLICATING SERVICES Koch Office Group 1803 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines (515) 283-2451 kochofficegroup.com

EDUCATION Des Moines Area Community College 2006 S Ankeny Boulevard, Ankeny (515) 964-6200 dmacc.edu Des Moines University 3200 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 271-1400 dmu.edu Drake University 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 271-2011 drake.edu Faith Baptist Bible College 1900 NW 4th Street, Ankeny (515) 964-0601 faith.edu Grand View University 1200 Grandview Avenue, Des Moines (515) 263-2800 grandview.edu Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Polk County 1625 Adventureland Drive, Suite A, Altoona (515) 957-5760 extension.iastate.edu/polk Mercy College of Health Science 928 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 643-3180 mchs.edu Purdue University Global 4637 121st Street, Urbandale (515) 727-2100 purdueglobal.edu/campus-locations/ des-moines-iowa Simpson College 701 N C Street, Indianola (515) 961-6251 simpson.edu

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Upper Iowa University 5000 Westown Parkway, Suite 200, West Des Moines (515) 225-1800 uiu.edu

Viterbo University 4949 Westown Parkway, Suite 195, West Des Moines (800) 235-2200 viterbo.edu

ENERGY PROVIDER MidAmerican Energy Company 666 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (888) 427-5632 midamericanenergy.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES Russell Clyne 4600 Park Avenue, Des Moines (515) 355-9610 russellclyne.com

HOSPITALS & MEDICAL SERVICES Blank Children’s Hospital 1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-5437 blankchildrens.org Iowa Lutheran Hospital 700 E University Avenue, Des Moines (515) 263-5612 unitypointhealth.org Iowa Methodist Medical Center 1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-6212 unitypointhealth.org John Stoddard Cancer Center 1221 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-4141 unitypoint.org/desmoines/johnstoddard-cancer-center-home.aspx LifeServe Blood Center 431 E Locust Street, Des Moines (800) 287-4903 lifeservebloodcenter.org MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center 1111 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) 247-3121 mercyone.org/desmoines MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center 1755 59th Place, West Des Moines (515) 358-8000 mercyone.org/location/mercyonewest-des-moines-medical-center Methodist West Hospital 1660 60th Street, West Des Moines (515) 343-1000 unitypointhealth.org

INSURANCE SERVICES Delta Dental 9000 Northpark Drive, Johnston (800) 544-0718 deltadentalia.com

LIBRARIES Altoona Public Library 700 8th Street Southwest, Altoona (515) 967-3881 altoona.lib.ia.us

Catch Des Moines Information Kiosk Des Moines International Airport 5800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) 256-5575 catchdesmoines.com

Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library 1250 SW District Drive, Ankeny (515) 965-6460 ankenyiowa.gov/library Bondurant Community Library 104 2nd Street Northeast, Bondurant (515) 967-4790 bondurant.lib.ia.us

City of Des Moines – Traffic & Transportation Division Des Moines City Hall 400 Robert D. Ray Drive, Second Floor, Des Moines (515) 283-4973 dsm.city

Clive Public Library 1900 NW 114th Street, Clive (515) 453-2221 cityofclive.com/library

Des Moines Information Center Des Moines City Hall 400 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines (515) 283-4500 dmgov.org

Des Moines Public Library 1000 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (515) 283-4152 dmpl.org Grimes Public Library 200 N James Street, Grimes (515) 986-3551 grimes.lib.ia.us

Downtown DSM USA 700 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 286-4950 downtowndesmoines.com

Indianola Public Library 207 N B Street, Indianola (515) 961-9418 indianolaiowa.gov/227/Library

Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines 6751 Corporate Drive, Johnston (515) 270-8500 dsmhba.com

Johnston Public Library 6700 Merle Hay Road, Johnston (515) 278-5233 johnstonlibrary.com

Iowa Department of Natural Resources 502 E 9th Street, Des Moines (515) 725-8200 iowadnr.gov

Pleasant Hill Public Library 5151 Maple Drive, Des Moines (515) 266-7815 pleasanthilliowa.org/Library

Iowa Tourism Office 1963 Bell Avenue, Suite 200, Des Moines (800) 345-4692 traveliowa.com

Polk City Library 1500 W Broadway Street, Polk City (515) 984-6119 polkcityia.gov/library Urbandale Public Library 3520 86th Street, Urbandale (515) 278-3945 urbandalelibrary.org

Justice League of Food The Hall 111 S 11th Street, West Des Moines (515) 608-4277 justiceleagueoffood.org

West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) 222-3400 wdmlibrary.org

Krause Group 1459 Grand Avenue, Des Moines (888) 458-6646 krausegroup.com

LIMOUSINES Royal Rides Limousine 4701 NW Urbandale Drive, Suite 212, Urbandale (515) 803-0671 royalridesdm.com

METRO SERVICES Bravo Greater Des Moines 801 Grand Avenue, Suite 250, Des Moines (515) 243-0388 bravogreaterdesmoines.org Catch Des Moines Information Center Capital Square 400 Locust Street, Suite 265, Des Moines (515) 286-4960 catchdesmoines.com

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REAL ESTATE SERVICES Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines 6751 Corporate Drive, Johnston (515) 270-8500 dsmhba.com Turner Construction 1415 28th Street, Suite 240, West Des Moines (515) 631-5215 turnerconstruction.com/officenetwork/des-moines

SPECIAL SERVICES Central States Mobility 5335 Merle Hay Road, Suite 2, Johnston (515) 528-2013 centralstatesmobility.com Des Moines Area Religious Council 100 Army Post Road, Des Moines (515) 277-6969 dmarcunited.org Iowa International Center 3839 Merle Hay Road, Suite 259, Des Moines (515) 282-8269 iowainternationalcenter.org Turner Construction 1415 28th Street, Suite 240, West Des Moines (515) 631-5215 turnerconstruction.com/officenetwork/des-moines

TOUR & SIGHTSEEING COMPANIES CIT Signature Transportation 5242 NE 16th Street, Des Moines (515) 233-0286 citbus.com Iowa Architectural Foundation 400 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 244-1888 iowaarchfoundation.org

URGENT CARE CLINICS

NB Golf Cars 4905 Hubbell Avenue, Suite 1, Des Moines (515) 264-1661 nbgolfcars.com

UnityPoint Health – Des Moines 1200 Pleasant Street, Des Moines (515) 241-6161 unitypointhealth.org

Street Collective 506 E 6th Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) 288-8022 dsmstreetcollective.org

Des Moines Area Religious Council 100 Army Post Road, Des Moines (515) 277-6969 dmarcunited.org

Turner Construction 1415 28th Street, Suite 240, West Des Moines (515) 631-5215 turnerconstruction.com/officenetwork/des-moines Waste Solutions of Iowa 2142 E Market Street, Des Moines (515) 297-7284 wastesolutionsofiowa.com

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