Jul 23, 2026
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3 min read
Fireworks in Pleasant Hill, football at Casey's Center, and Dude Perfect on Saturday — pick your weekend.
Jul 20, 2026
6 min read
This week: 98° dangerous heat today, the Gas Lamp's comeback, live shows at xBk, and Summer Stir on the horizon.
Jul 16, 2026
96° heat, a Springsteen tribute, and cardboard boat races — pick your Saturday.
Jul 13, 2026
7 min read
Tyler Childers hits Casey's Center Wed, free Jazz in July Tue, Waukee Arts Fest all weekend, plus the DSM coach everyone should know.
Jul 9, 2026
4 min read
Three days. Seven events. One very good reason to leave the couch behind.
Jul 6, 2026
Journey's farewell tour, Iowa Cubs home games, Ankeny SummerFest, hot air balloons, opera in Indianola & the DSM hero you should know.
Jul 2, 2026
Everything happening around Des Moines this long weekend—from fireworks to farmers markets.
Jun 28, 2026
Fireworks, parades, family fun, local events, and everything happening across the Des Moines metro this week.
Jun 25, 2026
Weather · Arts Festival · Cubs Trophy Night · Farmers Markets · Poll
Jun 22, 2026
The marquee summer event returns to Western Gateway Park — plus development news, new eats, and your full weekly lineup.
Jun 18, 2026
5 min read
Sunday looks beautiful after a rainy start to the weekend. Plus Iowa Cubs Father's Day baseball, Neighbors Day, alpacas in Norwalk, and easy family activities.
Jun 15, 2026
Sunny skies Monday and Tuesday, plus Noises Off, alpacas in Norwalk, live music every night, and so much more this week.
Jun 11, 2026
Valley Junction tonight, Greek Food Fair Friday–Sunday, Iowa Craft Brew Festival Saturday. Your full weekend guide is inside, neighbor.
Jun 8, 2026
Free summer meals for kids start today, Jeff Dye & The Wallflowers this week, and the city's biggest summer weekend is just days away.
Jun 4, 2026
70+ Iowa breweries, authentic Greek food, and IRONMAN athletes taking over Gray's Lake Sunday morning. Des Moines is showing out this weekend.
Jun 1, 2026
8 min read
School's almost out, the summer slide is real, and one local program is giving away a free membership this week only. Plus everything happening around the city.
May 28, 2026
Opening night Friday, Farmers Market Saturday, Menace soccer too — here's everything happening this weekend in Des Moines.
May 25, 2026
A city that never forgets, three places to honor the fallen, and a chance to share your family's story with all of Des Moines — plus the history behind a holiday that was never meant to be about the sales.
May 21, 2026
Your Friday night, Saturday morning, and Sunday afternoon — all figured out.
May 18, 2026
Big events, spring vibes, and a few reasons to get out of the house — plus a personal story about affordable tutoring and something free for parents before summer sneaks up on you. 🌱
May 14, 2026
May 11, 2026
May 7, 2026
The 515 has a packed weekend. Here's what to skip, what to catch, and where to be.
May 4, 2026
Big events, spring vibes, and a few reasons to get out of the house (may the 4th be with you 😉)
Apr 30, 2026
Don’t miss the giveaway, Mother’s Day ideas, and a hands-on event this Sunday
