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Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa
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Jessa Olson
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Downtown Des Moines Saturday mornings Plus the metro has so many others
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market
Christmas time is my favorite! I have this building since I was kid.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Triple A Affiliate for Chicago Cubs
Official Iowa Cubs Website
It will always be Wells Fargo Arena! It’s a great place for concerts, Iowa Wild, and iowa Barnstormers
Casey's Center aka Wells Fargo
One of my favorite bookstores here.
Beaverdale Books
So many cute shops. You could easily spend the whole day here. Plus lots of murals and sculptures.
Valley Junction Premier Shopping Destination in West Des ...
There is something for everyone! Shops. Art. History.
Historic East Village in Downtown Des Moines
Go on a weekend because less traffic and more parking options. There’s also tons of stuff around to visit
Iowa State Capitol
One of my favorite parks.
Ewing Park
You can do so much here. Hanging by the water for the day. Rent kayaks. Fish. Walk around the trails.
Raccoon River Park
Rides. Food. Games. You can spend a few hours or the whole day!
Adventureland Theme Park
It’s great to have outlets in Des Moines. I love the kiosks outside too.
Outlets of Des Moines
