In + Around Des Moines

Find family-friendly activities in and around Des Moines. We love raising our family in Des Moines–here’s why! Find events happening in downtown Des Moines and the Des Moines Metro for the whole family. Learn more about Des Moines Family Fun.

Remember the giveaway we did from Chick-fil-A back at the end of April? We're excited to share more with you today! Check out all the amazing events happening at the Mills Civic location in West Des Moines. Chick-fil-A has so many fun events...
A couple of weeks ago we loaded up the van and drove 2.5 hours up to Storm Lake to enjoy our first vacation as a family of four at King's Pointe Waterpark Resort. This was our second time staying at...
Do you have a family who loved and supported you through your pregnancy? If so, be thankful because not all women share that same experience. Today, we want to tell you a bit about Ruth Harbor, an amazing home...
Join us for our July Family Event at Noodle Zoo - A Magic Show for the whole Family to enjoy featuring Jonathan May - A Comedy Magician We love meeting new moms and their kiddos at our monthly playdates, but...
Today's GIVEAWAY is from IF Only Pretty - A local business offering one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces made with leather, metals, vintage and antique finds. We had the honor of featuring IF Only Pretty during our Launch Week festivities last fall, and we're so...
Over Memorial Day weekend, we had the pleasure of attending Family Camp at Hidden Acres in Dayton, Iowa.  I believe this is our 5th consecutive year of going!  I cannot RAVE enough about Hidden Acres!  We enjoy going for...
Join DMMB for a fun outdoor play date at the Sculpture Park! WHEN Friday, June 14 at 10:00 AM WHERE John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park at 13th and Grand Ave., Downtown Des Moines  DETAILS We will plan on meeting at the   sculpture in the...
Remember all those excuses we make why we can't or don't have time to exercise? Geneva Ross, a local mom and owner of GroupEx with Geneva can help you overcome those.  DMMB writers Angela and Jody had the chance to work with...
 What is Rodan + Fields Dermatologists? So if you're like me and have never heard of Rodan & Fields Dermatologists before, or know very little about this new line of skincare, here is a little background on the company: It was...
Grace Ballet & Gymnastics Studio's motto is “Teaching Character Through Dance” Our goal is to teach not only quality dance and gymnastics instruction, but also to teach lasting character qualities to each and every student through example and encouragement. Owner Anna...

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In + Around Des Moines

Shop the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale March 22-24

Iowa’s largest children’s consignment sale is happening this week at the 4-H Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Whether you’re looking to save money on...