Happy #515Day! Greater Des Moines is full of places to explore, flavors to try, and experiences youâll want to come back for. From award-winning restaurants and local breweries to vibrant neighborhoods, public art, live music, and canât-miss events, the 515 is full of experiences worth discovering. â¨
Whether youâre planning a weekend getaway or rediscovering your own backyard, celebrate all the things that make Greater Des Moines a destination unlike anywhere else. â¤ď¸
Historic homes, coffee shop hangs, Drake pride, and some of the best local eats in DSM. Take a stroll through Dogtown in our latest Around the Block feature. đž
Read it at the link in our bio! #CATCHdsm
Warm summer nights in Des Moines are filled with live music, outdoor gatherings, and community. Attend a concert series featuring everything from local singers and jazz ensembles to cover bands and country performances. These are the perfect excuses for a laid-back picnic on the lawn or a lively downtown crowd. So, we invite you to sit back, pull up a lawn chair, and enjoy the sights and sounds of music across the metro. đľâď¸
Find all your summer concert series options at the link in our bio! #CATCHdsm
Welcome to Des Moines, where it all began. This week, more than 600 of the nationâs top high school students are here for the National High School Mock Trial Championship, Inc., returning to the city that hosted the very first competition in 1984. Nearly 1,500 students, coaches, attorneys, judges and family members are expected in Greater Des Moines throughout the weekend as teams compete in one of the countryâs premier academic competitions.
Good luck to all the teams competing across our community! #CATCHdsm
Happy Cinco de Mayo! đŽ In honor, we're bringing back our Des Best Margaritas blog. Find your tacos and margarita dinner spot at the link in our bio! #CATCHdsm
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Planning your midday breaks for the week ahead? Weâve got you covered! Check out just a few of Des Best Lunch Spots in Greater Des Moines and find the rest at the link in our bio đĽŞđĽđ
The @dtfarmersmarket is BACK and weâre so happy market season has returned! đđđŁ
You can find our 2026 Visitors Guide at the information booth all season long. Grab one and find ways to further explore Greater Des Moines! #CATCHdsm
In May's edition of #DesBuzz, we welcome back Farmersâ Market season, explore the farm at Middlebrook, kick off a summer full of festivals with CelebrAsian, and so much more! đ¸đž
Read it at the link in our bio! #CATCHdsm
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Join us August 6-8, 2027, for USA Triathlon Nationals â three days of racing, community, and unforgettable moments.
Get ahead of race weekend and secure your travel packages through @nirvana_europe for the best rates so you can focus on what matters most: race day.
Think youâve got a head full of random facts and a competitive streak to match? Perfect. Weâve quizzed around and rounded up all the trivia nights across Greater Des Moines, serving up brainpower, banter, and plenty of bragging rights. From neighborhood bars to local breweries, expect weekly rounds of pop culture, sports, and those âI should know thisâ moments, plus prizes that make it all worth it. Grab your crew and get in the game at the link in our bio.
Did we miss your favorite place? Let us know in the comments and weâll get it added! #CATCHdsm
Stop and smell the tulips at @centergroveorchard this spring! đˇ With over 400,000 tulips, adorable baby animals, delicious new food items, and all your favorite fall activities, youâre set for the perfect spring day.
Tulips are currently at peak bloom, so donât miss out on some of the prettiest flowers in Greater Des Moines! #CATCHdsm
Meet Billy Weathers, the mind behind The Contrary. Part of our new Made in DSM series spotlighting the people shaping the DSM scene.
Itâs a vibe you kind of have to experience to understand. Read the full story with the link in bio.
