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ABOUT EXPLORE DES MOINES

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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  • Home
  • Stories
    • Shop the State (Spring 2025)
    • Golfing Galore (Spring 2025)
    • Sippin' On the Summer (Spring 2025)
    • BBQ (Spring 2025)
    • Fourth of July (Spring 2025)
    • Hiking and Biking (Spring 2025)
    • Farmers Markets (Spring 2025)
    • EXPLORE: Sports Bars (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Family Fun (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Whiskey Bars (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Boutiques (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Pickleball, pool halls, barcades and more (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Karaoke hot spots (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Holiday pop-ups (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Sports (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Live music (Fall 2024)
    • EXPLORE: Events (Fall 2024)
    • Sports (Spring 2025)
  • Digital Editions
  • Request Copies
  • Advertise