Good morning, West Des Moines.

Sleepy Hollow Park is closed for the winter, with Polk County working on enhancements including a new snowmaking system and extended hours.

West Des Moines is set to mark the grand opening of the Athene Pedestrian Bridge, connecting Raccoon River Park and Walnut Woods State Park, enhancing the local trail network.

The Salvation Army aims to raise $1.2 million through its holiday campaign in Iowa, facing a need for more volunteer bell ringers to meet their goal.

The Des Moines International Airport has seen a more than 100% increase in firearms recovered at checkpoints in 2024, with 16 guns found due to passenger carelessness.

BabyTron & BLP Kosher Live Concert

Experience an energetic live performance featuring BabyTron alongside BLP Kosher at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.

Annual Christmas Gala Fundraiser

Experience an evening filled with festive cheer featuring a meal, silent and live auctions, raffle prizes, Christmas music, and a keynote speaker.

Montez De Durango Live Concert

Experience an exciting concert featuring Montez de Durango alongside Conjunto Atardecer, K-Paz De La Sierra, and Patrulla 81 at Val Air Ballroom.

ASAP Mondays: Fiber Art Workshop

Experience the creativity of fiber art as you learn to use various materials and techniques to create unique projects.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker: A Contemporary Dance Holiday Spectacle

Experience a vibrant re-imagining of the classic Nutcracker story through hip hop dance, Tchaikovsky's music, and innovative visuals at the Des Moines Civic Center.

Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library

Experience an engaging session filled with rhymes, songs, and stories designed for caregivers and their babies aged 0 to 18 months.

Thanksgiving Dinner Packages Available for Pickup

Experience a stress-free Thanksgiving with ready-to-eat meal packages prepared by Chef Fernando and his culinary team.

Sugar & Spice & Lifesaving: Blood Donation Event

Experience the festive spirit while saving lives by donating blood at the Festival of Trees and receive a collectible ugly sweater shirt.

Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party

Experience a magical adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends featuring high-flying skating and acrobatics at Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party.

Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party

Experience an enchanting adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends, featuring impressive skating performances and acrobatics.