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10 blocks from house. Unique area that features many local shops and activities. There is a small Mexican Grocery, an Asian Restaurant, Nan’s Nummies for specialty desserts, Kavanaugh Art Gallery, Vino209 Wine Cafe, and much more.
The 2019 Farmers Market/Music in the Junction series will take place every Thursday May 2 through September 26.
For more current events see: https://www.valleyjunction.com.
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Valley Junction
10 blocks from house. Unique area that features many local shops and activities. There is a small Mexican Grocery, an Asian Restaurant, Nan’s Nummies for specialty desserts, Kavanaugh Art Gallery, Vino209 Wine Cafe, and much more.
The 2019 Farmers Market/Music in the Junction series will take place every Thursday May 2 through September 26.
For more current events see: https://www.valleyjunction.com.
About 1.3 miles from house. Local Coffee Bar Café & Drive Thru. Great place for coffee & breakfast or lunch
La Barista Coffee
1963 Grand AveAbout 1.3 miles from house. Local Coffee Bar Café & Drive Thru. Great place for coffee & breakfast or lunch
About 6 blocks from house. This is a great locally owned restaurant for lunch or dinner. They offer sandwiches, pasta, chicken, steaks, seafood and more.
Maxie's Restaurant & Lounge
1311 Grand AveAbout 6 blocks from house. This is a great locally owned restaurant for lunch or dinner. They offer sandwiches, pasta, chicken, steaks, seafood and more.
About 1.7 miles from house. The park includes 232 acre Blue Heron lake that provides boat access for area fishing enthusiasts and water lovers, a free beach area, and a fishing pier. There is also a 3.2 mile crushed rock/asphalt nature trail around the entire lake. The trail winds its way between the lake and the Raccoon River providing a natural experience that can rarely be found in an urban environment. The trail is perfect for a leisurely stroll or bike ride around the lake.
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Raccoon River Park
2500 Grand AveAbout 1.7 miles from house. The park includes 232 acre Blue Heron lake that provides boat access for area fishing enthusiasts and water lovers, a free beach area, and a fishing pier. There is also a 3.2 mile crushed rock/asphalt nature trail around the entire lake. The trail winds its way between the lake and the Raccoon River providing a natural experience that can rarely be found in an urban environment. The trail is perfect for a leisurely stroll or bike ride around the lake.
About 1 mile. Family-owned-and-operated Mexican restaurant serves authentic Mexican food, like tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and much more. They also have a bar serving top-shelf margaritas, domestic and Mexican beer, mixed drinks, wines, and other refreshing beverages.
El Fogon
1250 8th StAbout 1 mile. Family-owned-and-operated Mexican restaurant serves authentic Mexican food, like tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and much more. They also have a bar serving top-shelf margaritas, domestic and Mexican beer, mixed drinks, wines, and other refreshing beverages.
About 1 mile. Serves a Brunch Buffet on Saturdays and Sundays. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Come see what “Stylish American Comfort Food” is all about with equal parts delicious and trendy faire you won’t find anywhere else!
Gilroy's Kitchen + Pub + Patio
1238 8th StAbout 1 mile. Serves a Brunch Buffet on Saturdays and Sundays. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Come see what “Stylish American Comfort Food” is all about with equal parts delicious and trendy faire you won’t find anywhere else!
Des Moines Sports
About 7 miles from house. The Iowa Cubs are a Minor League Baseball team of the Pacific Coast League (PCL) and the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. The website is https://www.milb.com/iowa
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Iowa Cubs
1 Line DriveAbout 7 miles from house. The Iowa Cubs are a Minor League Baseball team of the Pacific Coast League (PCL) and the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. The website is https://www.milb.com/iowa
Check out the current schedule and buy tickets online. Home games are played at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.
Iowa Barnstormers Football
730 3rd StCheck out the current schedule and buy tickets online. Home games are played at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.
The Iowa Wild are an ice hockey team in the American Hockey League. The team plays at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, as the AHL affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild.
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Iowa Wild
730 3rd StThe Iowa Wild are an ice hockey team in the American Hockey League. The team plays at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, as the AHL affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild.
In the United States' ever-changing soccer landscape, few teams have enjoyed as much success as the Des Moines Menace. With a proud history that traces back to 1994, the Menace has established itself as one of the country's most accomplished soccer organizations.
Des Moines Menace Soccer
1459 Grand AveIn the United States' ever-changing soccer landscape, few teams have enjoyed as much success as the Des Moines Menace. With a proud history that traces back to 1994, the Menace has established itself as one of the country's most accomplished soccer organizations.
The Iowa Wolves were officially announced as the new branding starting with the 2017-18 season. The Iowa Wolves joined the NBA D-League as the Iowa Energy, an expansion team in 2007. The D-League is the official minor league system of the NBA. The Energy were affiliated with the Memphis Grizzlies from 2014 – 2017 and changed to the Iowa Wolves after being purchased by the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves. The Iowa Wolves play their home games at Wells Fargo Arena.
Iowa Wolves Basketball
730 3rd StThe Iowa Wolves were officially announced as the new branding starting with the 2017-18 season. The Iowa Wolves joined the NBA D-League as the Iowa Energy, an expansion team in 2007. The D-League is the official minor league system of the NBA. The Energy were affiliated with the Memphis Grizzlies from 2014 – 2017 and changed to the Iowa Wolves after being purchased by the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves. The Iowa Wolves play their home games at Wells Fargo Arena.
Iowa Racing
Iowa is home to Knoxville Raceway and the Iowa Speedway.
About 40 miles from Des Moines. Sprint Car Capital of the World! See the calendar of events and buy tickets online.
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Knoxville Raceway
1000 N Lincoln StAbout 40 miles from Des Moines. Sprint Car Capital of the World! See the calendar of events and buy tickets online.
About 40 miles from Des Moines. The Fastest Short Track on the Planet,” is central Iowa's home for both racing and non-racing fans who are looking for thrilling entertainment.
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Iowa Speedway
3333 Rusty Wallace DrAbout 40 miles from Des Moines. The Fastest Short Track on the Planet,” is central Iowa's home for both racing and non-racing fans who are looking for thrilling entertainment.
Explore Des Moines
The Des Moines Civic Center is a 2,744-seat performing arts center. It has been Iowa's largest theater since it opened on June 10, 1979, and is used for concerts, Broadway shows, ballets, and other special events.
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Des Moines Civic Center
221 Walnut StThe Des Moines Civic Center is a 2,744-seat performing arts center. It has been Iowa's largest theater since it opened on June 10, 1979, and is used for concerts, Broadway shows, ballets, and other special events.
Find the best of Greater Des Moines including top attractions and activities, where to eat, events to catch, places to stay, coupons, and the local scoop.
Catch Des Moines - Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau
400 Locust StFind the best of Greater Des Moines including top attractions and activities, where to eat, events to catch, places to stay, coupons, and the local scoop.
Explore the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a vibrant, seven-acre public garden in the heart of downtown Des Moines.
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Malaking Hardin ng Botanical ng Greater Des Moines
909 Robert D. Ray DrExplore the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a vibrant, seven-acre public garden in the heart of downtown Des Moines.
The building was constructed between 1871 and 1886, and is the only five-domed Capitol in the country. For info on touring the Capitol call 515-281-5591 or just show up. Open 6 days a week Monday through Saturday.
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Kapitol ng Estado ng Iowa
1007 E Grand AveThe building was constructed between 1871 and 1886, and is the only five-domed Capitol in the country. For info on touring the Capitol call 515-281-5591 or just show up. Open 6 days a week Monday through Saturday.
Popular in Des Moines & Surrounding Area
No cover. No membership. No entry fee. The only thing you pay for at Smash Park is food, drink, pickleball and some assorted arcade games. Other games, smiles, high fives and fine times are all free! According to the Des Moines Register Smash Park is now home to the worlds largest pickleball paddle. "Big Blue" is 10 times larger than a traditional pickleball paddle at 13.6 feet tall and 6.9 feet wide. The massive 150 pound paddle is officially certified with the Guinness World Records. ( 4/9/2019 )
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SMASH PARK
6625 Coachlight DrNo cover. No membership. No entry fee. The only thing you pay for at Smash Park is food, drink, pickleball and some assorted arcade games. Other games, smiles, high fives and fine times are all free! According to the Des Moines Register Smash Park is now home to the worlds largest pickleball paddle. "Big Blue" is 10 times larger than a traditional pickleball paddle at 13.6 feet tall and 6.9 feet wide. The massive 150 pound paddle is officially certified with the Guinness World Records. ( 4/9/2019 )
Flix Brewhouse is America’s only first-run Cinema Brewery. Stop and think about that for a minute -- the best blockbuster movies, amazing on-site brewed beer and delectable hand-made food all crafted by serious movie-beer-food folks. For those who believe that movie going should be so much more than just staring at a screen, Flix Brewhouse is a game-changer.
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Flix Brewhouse
3800 Merle Hay RdFlix Brewhouse is America’s only first-run Cinema Brewery. Stop and think about that for a minute -- the best blockbuster movies, amazing on-site brewed beer and delectable hand-made food all crafted by serious movie-beer-food folks. For those who believe that movie going should be so much more than just staring at a screen, Flix Brewhouse is a game-changer.
….Hearing and Visually Impaired Assistance devices available: descriptive close captioning USL glasses and cupholder screen; USL headphones.
....UltraLux Loungers with optional heating settings in every auditorium.
....Dolby Atmos is equipped in every auditorium, including our giant XLD screen!
....One of the largest IMAX screens in the Midwest, outfitted with our UltraLux Loungers!
....Rick's Café Americain, our theatre restaurant, is open every evening and services our eight Dine & Recline auditoriums, allowing you to enjoy a full meal with your movie!
....Party Room available for birthday parties and other events
The Palms Theatres & IMAX
200 NE Westgate Dr….Hearing and Visually Impaired Assistance devices available: descriptive close captioning USL glasses and cupholder screen; USL headphones.
....UltraLux Loungers with optional heating settings in every auditorium.
....Dolby Atmos is equipped in every auditorium, including our giant XLD screen!
....One of the largest IMAX screens in the Midwest, outfitted with our UltraLux Loungers!
....Rick's Café Americain, our theatre restaurant, is open every evening and services our eight Dine & Recline auditoriums, allowing you to enjoy a full meal with your movie!
....Party Room available for birthday parties and other events
With more than 85,000 square feet of nonstop casino action including all your favorite table games, dedicated poker room, exciting promotions, and nearly 1,700 slots – Prairie Meadows has every game you’ll want to play this side of Vegas.
Live horse racing season runs May – September and includes both Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse races.
Prairie Meadows has teamed up with William Hill, America’s leading sportsbook operator, to bring you the best in sports betting. Wager on a variety of professional and collegiate sports including football, basketball, baseball, and much more.
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Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, & Hotel
1 Prairie Meadows DrWith more than 85,000 square feet of nonstop casino action including all your favorite table games, dedicated poker room, exciting promotions, and nearly 1,700 slots – Prairie Meadows has every game you’ll want to play this side of Vegas.
Live horse racing season runs May – September and includes both Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse races.
Prairie Meadows has teamed up with William Hill, America’s leading sportsbook operator, to bring you the best in sports betting. Wager on a variety of professional and collegiate sports including football, basketball, baseball, and much more.
Eats
A family owned busines that serves tacos unlike any you will find anywhere else. Several locations throughout Des Moines.
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Tasty Tacos
2401 SE Delaware AveA family owned busines that serves tacos unlike any you will find anywhere else. Several locations throughout Des Moines.
This is another must try local business. There are several locations in Des Moines and the surrounding area. Each one has its own theme
Jethro's BBQ 'n Bacon Bacon
1480 22nd StThis is another must try local business. There are several locations in Des Moines and the surrounding area. Each one has its own theme
Japanese, Asian, Chinese and American cuisine buffet. Great selection of Sushi. I have had people say they have the largest selection of food anywhere in the Country.
Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet
1801 22nd StJapanese, Asian, Chinese and American cuisine buffet. Great selection of Sushi. I have had people say they have the largest selection of food anywhere in the Country.
Shopping
Outlets of Des Moines is a truly distinctive shopping destination featuring 50+ outlet stores including some of the best names in fashion. About 25 minutes from Des Moines in Altoona
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Outlets of Des Moines
801 Bass Pro Dr NWOutlets of Des Moines is a truly distinctive shopping destination featuring 50+ outlet stores including some of the best names in fashion. About 25 minutes from Des Moines in Altoona