Read stories from the Spring 2024 edition:

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WALK 'N' SHOP

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CENTRAL IOWA DRINKERIES

Ernies

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PATIO PALOOZA

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CRUISING CENTRAL IOWA

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BEACHES, BAYS, LAKES AND MORE

Barattas

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CLASSIC EATS

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HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS

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LOCAL SPORTS

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LIVE MUSIC

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LOCAL EVENTS

Read stories from the Fall 2023 edition:

Sculpture park iowa tourism office

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O NLY IN DES MOINES

Grimes clothing store 2 june 2022

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SHOPPING

Disc golf 6

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OPEN AIR ACTIVITIES

Gilroys

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STEAKHOUSES & SPORTS BARS

Throwing

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WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

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KID FRIENDLY

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COFFEE HOUSES & CAFES

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SPORTS

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LIVE MUSIC

Center grove

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EVENTS

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Explore Des Moines is a seasonal publication of CITYVIEW that is distributed for free on news racks across the metro and travel centers throughout Iowa. Editorial content focuses on things to do for visitors and residents alike. Packed with calendar items, unique events, essential stops, features and photos, this is a helpful guide for anyone who is planning to spend time in or around Central Iowa. Whether you’re a first time visitor (welcome!) or you’ve lived here your entire life, we hope these pages help you fully experience all that Central Iowa has to offer.

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