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Toad Valley Golf Course, Pleasant Hill, IA

The Field of Green Mini Links of the Toad Valley Golf Course provides the most real-world application of putting techniques than any other miniature golf course in Iowa. That’s because the… Read More

6 Best Comedy Spots in Iowa!

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Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines, IA

Not strictly classified as a comedy club, the reason why Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines is on this list is because they bring some of the biggest touring comedy acts in all the state of Iowa.… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Iowa!

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Smash Room, Des Moines, IA

Every once in a while, you just have to let off some steam, and Smash Room is the perfect place for it. Break and smash everything and anything in the smash room or embrace all your Jackson Pollock… Read More

The 10 Best Karaoke Bars in Iowa!

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Grubb’s Pub, Ankeny, IA

For a great neighborhood bar where the beer is cold and the bartenders know your name, Grubb’s Pub in Ankeny is a friendly establishment with always something to keep you entertained. Whether… Read More

9 Best Places for Live Theater In Iowa!

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Des Moines Community Playhouse, Des Moines, IA

While the Des Moines Community Playhouse on 42nd Street in Des Moines is perhaps the most catering, kid-friendly theatre space in the nation, don’t be fooled if the adult in you finds something… Read More

Best Escape Rooms in Iowa!

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Breakout Des Moines, Des Moines, IA

With multiple and rotating rooms to choose from, including a kidnapping theme, museum heist and operation casino, Breakout Des Moines is one of the most popular escape rooms in the state capital.… Read More

The 9 Best Hotels and Resorts for Families in Iowa!

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Adventureland Resort, Altoona, IA

Nothing quite sets the bar as high for a family vacation as going to an amusement park, except when that amusement park also has a fun-filled resort connected to it. That’s the case with… Read More

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Prairie Meadows Hotel and Casino, Altoona, IA

Whether your reason to visit is the dog tracks or a live show, perhaps the casino floor is calling your name or you have a reservation at the state-famous AJ’s Steakhouse, even if you just want… Read More

The 7 Best Live Music Venues in Iowa!

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Hoyt Sherman Place Theater, Des Moines, IA

Located in the historic Sherman Hills neighborhood of Downtown Des Moines, Hoyt Sherman Place was erected in 1877 by Hoyt Sherman himself, and over the years and coinciding renovations has blossomed… Read More

The 10 Best Guided Tours in Iowa!

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State Capitol, Des Moines, IA

Literally a symbol for the state of Iowa, not only is the capitol in Des Moines an astonishing thing to look at, the historic building is wide open to the public to learn about and witness Iowa… Read More

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Christkindlmarket Des Moines

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 from 11:00am to 5:00pm

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Ballet Des Moines Presents The Nutcracker

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 1:00pm

HOYT SHERMAN PLACE

Des Moines, IA

Ballet Des Moines Presents The Nutcracker

Performance: Disney’s Frozen

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 1:00pm

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines, IA

Nutcracker Ballet at Stephens Auditorium

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 1:00pm

STEPHENS AUDITORIUM

Ames, IA

Performance: Disney’s Frozen

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 5:00pm

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines, IA

Ballet Des Moines Presents The Nutcracker

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 5:00pm

HOYT SHERMAN PLACE

Des Moines, IA

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

Monday, Dec 15, 2025 at 7:00pm

STEPHENS AUDITORIUM

Ames, IA

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

A Magical Cirque Christmas (Touring)

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 at 7:00pm

STEPHENS AUDITORIUM

Ames, IA

Preservation Hall Jazz Band: Creole Christmas

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 7:00pm

HOYT SHERMAN PLACE

Des Moines, IA

Preservation Hall Jazz Band: Creole Christmas

Comedy Penthouse

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Des Moines, IA

Jess V, Pons and more

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 7:00pm

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Des Moines, IA

Performance: Disney’s Frozen

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 7:00pm

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines, IA

Performance: Disney’s Frozen

Friday, Dec 19, 2025 at 7:00pm

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines, IA

Candlelight: Holiday Special Concert

Friday, Dec 19, 2025 at 8:45pm

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Des Moines, IA

Performance: Disney’s Frozen

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 1:00pm

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines, IA

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