Outdoor Activities To Do in Central Iowa Iowa comes alive during the summer months. County fairs, outdoor concerts, hiking, water activities, festivals, local culture, fun patios, yearly events, and so, so much more! Most of our favorite outdoor adventures to do in Iowa are right here in Central Iowa, however, it's pretty easy to get around and there are a lot of popular attractions within a two-hour driving distance from Des Moines. Check out this...
Science City at Union Station in Kansas City When our family travels I am always looking to see if there is a children's museum, science center, or zoo nearby. Over the years we have explored and experienced many. Our trip to Kansas City was no different! It had been many years since we visited the Science City at the Union Station Kansas City. Our first visit was when the kids were super young, but I...
All Inclusive Playground at City Park in Winterset The brand new All Inclusive Playground at City Park in Winterset, Iowa stops you in your tracks as soon as you see it. The new playground is set to honor Winterset and Madison County, incorporating Clark Tower, the bridges of Madison County, and the culture of farming. The main playground structure has two main levels with multiple ways to get up and down and to other parts...
Des Moines Indoor Play for Kids! A giant list of Des Moines indoor play for kids to run, play, and burn off energy during the winter months. We have gathered some of the best indoor playgrounds and best trampoline parks in Des Moines, Iowa for the whole family to burn off energy indoors. Make sure to bookmark our free event calendar for even more events and activities being offered in the Des Moines area. JouJou...
Ice Cream in Des Moines, Iowa A hot summer day (or any time of year really) is perfect for ice cream. Whether you enjoy standard flavors such as chocolate ice cream or vanilla ice cream, many local ice cream shops offer small batches with a variety of flavors. Eating a sweet treat and supporting a local ice cream shop is the way to go. There are so many great options to choose from in the...