Outlets of Des Moines

Help bring the joy of Christmas to less fortunate children through the donation of new, unwrapped toys. Now through Friday, December 19, 2025, The Toys for Tots collection box will be in the Outlets of Des Moines Food Pavilion near Customer Service. To virtually donate a toy, or to make a monetary donation, visit the Toys for Tots Virtual Toybox at <a href="https://toysfortots.org/" target="_blank" title="https://toysfortots.org/" rel="nofollow">ToysforTots.org</a>.

Local Event: Outlets of Des Moines Toys for Tots Drive

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Des Moines

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Outlets of Des Moines Toys for Tots Drive

Help bring the joy of Christmas to less fortunate children through the donation of new, unwrapped toys. Now through Friday,...

Make a child’s holiday wish come true at the Angel Tree at <a href="https://www.outletsofdesmoines.com/" target="_blank" title="https://www.outletsofdesmoines.com/" rel="nofollow">Outlets of Des Moines</a>. Now through Friday, December 19, 2025, the Angel Tree (located in the Food Pavilion) will be decorated with ornaments listed with a child’s holiday wishes. Donations can be dropped off at Customer Service.

Local Event: The Angel Tree at Outlets of Des Moines

The Angel Tree at Outlets of Des Moines

Make a child’s holiday wish come true at the Angel Tree at Outlets of Des Moines. Now through Friday, December 19, 2025, the...

Paws & Pints

How-liday Cookie Decorating at Paws &amp; Pints! 🍪
Get ready for a paws-itively festive event hosted by Em’s Dog Treats! Join us for a special cookie decorating class, perfect for making tasty treats for your pups:
🎅 Holiday Themed
📅 Date: Thursday, December 18th
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:30PM
Each dog cookie is $5 and available first-come, first-served, quantities are limited, so arrive early!
Don’t miss this festive opportunity to create some tail-wagging goodies for your furry friends!
New to Paws &amp; Pints? Prep your pup for their first visit:
🐶Bring your government-issued ID for check-in
🐶Download the Paws &amp; Pints mobile app: <a href="https://pawsandpints.app.link/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pawsandpints.app.link/...</a>
🐶Create an account
🐶Build your dog’s profile
Upload proof of Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo and Rabies vaccinations*
*Proof of vaccines must come from a certified veterinarian and is required for all dogs to enjoy Paws &amp; Pints
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Local Event: Howl-iday Cookie Class

Howl-iday Cookie Class

How-liday Cookie Decorating at Paws & Pints! 🍪
Get ready for a paws-itively festive event hosted by Em’s Dog Treats! Join us...

Bash Events & Catering

A one of a kind comedy event in a premier yet intimate venue, Underground Comedy presents The Comedy Penthouse. Featuring always fresh, top-notch talent and creative food and drink menus with a touch of class, this curated show is the comedy connoisseurs choice every month! 
This month's headliner is the 2025 Funniest Person in Iowa contest winner, Melanie Mackey! 
She's had her toe in everything from improv, sketch, and Burlesque but her main skillset is stand up comedy. Melanie Mackey has been featured all over the Midwest including Des Moines Tee-Hees Comedy Club, the Des Moines Funnybone and small clubs and independent shows making a name for herself. From her experiences growing up in Iowa as a Filipina-American to astrology, brunch, and , Mels comedy runs the gamut of true life experience and observation with wit and charm and maybe a little snark. 
With Mel are features Kate Thompson, Mara Hansen, Maggie Fitzpatrick, Meg McMichael and host Megan Ellis. 
Select food and drinks available for purchase during the show. 
Doors at 6:00PM Showtime at 7:00PM 
****Please enter through the east side doors for 1312 Locust and take the Elevator to the 3rd Floor***** 
$10 adv/ $15 DOS

Local Event: Comedy Penthouse

Comedy Penthouse

A one of a kind comedy event in a premier yet intimate venue, Underground Comedy presents The Comedy Penthouse. Featuring...

Ho Ho, Ho, it’s time to discover the best gifts for the holidays from local Iowa artisans at K² Marketplace Magic on Saturdays and Sundays, December 6-7, 13-14, &amp; 20-21, 2025 at the Outlets of Des Moines. This enchanting marketplace offers fashion, jewelry, home décor, wellness &amp; spa products, baked goods, and more! Located in suite 402, between Lee Wrangler and Five Below. Operated by K² Marketplace Magic. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.outletsofdesmoines.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">OutletsofDesMoines.com</a>.

Local Event: December K² Marketplace Magic at Outlets of Des Moines

December K² Marketplace Magic at Outlets of Des...

Ho Ho, Ho, it’s time to discover the best gifts for the holidays from local Iowa artisans at K² Marketplace Magic on Saturdays...

December K² Marketplace Magic at Outlets of Des Moines

Help pets in need in our community this holiday season through The Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s annual Tree of Life event at Outlets of Des Moines. The donation drive is a meaningful way to brighten the holidays for homeless pets. By leaving a gift under the tree, you help provide the essential items the animals rely on every day. Make a difference this December. Drop off a gift for a homeless pet at the Tree of Life collection box located in the Food Pavilion near Customer Service at Outlets of Des Moines through December 31st. To see suggested items or make a monetary donation, visit <a href="https://arl-iowa.org/" target="_blank" title="https://arl-iowa.org/" rel="nofollow">ARL-Iowa.org</a>. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.outletsofdesmoines.com/" target="_blank" title="https://www.outletsofdesmoines.com/" rel="nofollow">OutletsofDesMoines.com</a>.

Local Event: Outlets of Des Moines Hosts Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s Annual Tree of Life Donation Event

Outlets of Des Moines Hosts Animal Rescue...

Help pets in need in our community this holiday season through The Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s annual Tree of Life event at...

Outlets of Des Moines Hosts Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s Annual Tree of Life Donation Event

Des Moines Art Center

Bill Owens documented the suburbs in the 1970s, capturing the lives of prosperous, predominantly white Americans at a moment after the cultural shifts of the 1960s but before the dawn of the digital age of computers and video games in the 1980s. His photographs were compiled in the best-selling coffee table books “Leisure” (1972), “Our Kind of People” (1975), and “Working: I Do It For the Money” (1977). The images in this exhibition, taken from all three of these series and shot mainly in California and the Midwest, reveal Owens’ unique comedic eye as he seems to lightly poke fun at his subjects while clearly enjoying their company, finding both the genuine and the absurd in everyday life. The view of America his photography presents is specific and limited to a certain financial, racial, and regional demographic, but in many ways, it also resembles the nostalgic way that era is remembered in pop culture.
Now 50 years old, these scenes will look charmingly familiar to many viewers and blasted from the distant past to others. Owens titled his images with quotes from his subjects, allowing their voices to reach us decades later. Through Owens’ lens, they invite us into their homes, share a day at the office, and take us along to several kinds of parties. These photos allow us all to take a moment and join the fun.
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Bill Owens (American, born 1938)
Karate is a highly competitive sport, like tennis or boxing. It’s on one. For $30 a month a kid can get some good mental and physical training. He can learn coordination, balance, timing and self-defense. Livermore, California, from the “Leisure” series, 1974 (printed 1999)
Gelatin silver print
Des Moines Art Center Permanent Collections: The Jeff Perry Photography Collection given in honor of Myron and Jacqueline Blank, 2024.120

Local Event: "Bill Owens Work and Leisure" on view December 20, 2025 - April 19, 2026

"Bill Owens Work and Leisure" on view December...

Bill Owens documented the suburbs in the 1970s, capturing the lives of prosperous, predominantly white Americans at a moment...

"Bill Owens Work and Leisure" on view December 20, 2025 - April 19, 2026

Pints Bar Rooftop - PBR Country

🌟Join us in getting "LIT" for the Holidays! 🌟
Snag your ticket, round up your Santas, Elves and Reindeer, throw on your craziest holiday gear and get ready to party like it's Christmas Eve! 🎄
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🥳 Join the Jolliest Crawl of the Year!
🍹 2-3 Drinks Or Shots Included With Ticket Purchase
🚫 No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, &amp; After Party
🥤 Crawl With US Stadium Party Cup and Bottle Opener Lanyard
🎅 Plush Santa Hat at Check In! (FIRST 100 CHECK INS)
🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials!
🍔 Food Specials at Select Venues
🔥 Awesome After Party
📛 Custom Christmas Bar Crawl Badge With Vouchers
🗺️ Access To Our Des Moines Pub Crawl Map
🚨 Get tickets NOW before prices go up! 🚨
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This 12 Bars of Christmas crawl will take you through some of Des Moines's top bars, where you’ll meet new people and enjoy a joyful atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. With music, laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer, it’s the ultimate way to kick off your Christmas celebrations.
This isn’t your average night out—think festive drinks, decked-out bars, and a jolly crowd that’s ready to party! It's the perfect way to celebrate, connect with others, and create memories that will keep you smiling all winter long.
Don’t miss out on Des Moines's biggest holiday bash! Secure your tickets today and join us for a night filled with holiday spirit, laughter, and unforgettable fun! 🎅🍸
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🎄Donate to Toys For Tots🎄
Toys for Tots brings joy and hope to children in need during the holiday season. By donating you can help make a child's Christmas magical and ensure they feel loved and remembered. Your generous gift not only brightens their holiday but also fosters a sense of community and compassion. Together, we can create lasting smiles and make a real difference in the lives of families facing tough times. Share the spirit of giving—donate today and help us spread joy to those who need it most!
Donation Link:
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Other Ways To Get Involved with Toys For Tots:
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🎅 CHECK IN 4PM - 6PM 🎅
🎅 CRAWL LOCATIONS 4PM - 10PM 🎅
🎅 MID PARTY 7PM - 9PM 🎅
🎅 AFTER PARTY 10PM - 12AM 🎅
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👌If the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed!
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Local Event: 12 Bars of Christmas - Des Moines

12 Bars of Christmas - Des Moines

🌟Join us in getting "LIT" for the Holidays! 🌟
Snag your ticket, round up your Santas, Elves and Reindeer, throw on your...

Scottish Rite Consistory

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at Scottish Rite Consistory under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: Scottish Rite Consistory
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Des Moines
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
12 Days of Christmas
Angels from the Realms of Glory
Angels We Have Heard On High
Away in a Manger
Carol of the Bells
Deck the Halls
Ding Dong! Merrily on High
Do You Hear What I Hear
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Good King Wenceslas
Greensleeves (What Child Is This)
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
In the Bleak Mid-Winter
Joy to the World
O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)
O Come All Ye Faithful
O Holy Night
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Silent Night
The First Noël
Performers
String Quartet - Listeso - Des Moines
Seating Map
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Local Event: Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Big Creek State Park, 8550 NW 142nd Ave, Polk City, IA, 50226

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt &amp; custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/12k, 12 &amp; Under are only $22!
5k/12k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
 *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Local Event: Candy Cane Course - Des Moines

Candy Cane Course - Des Moines

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k!  A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun...

Smash Park Des Moines

Registration Fee: FREE
Sun, Dec 21, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Ok everyone - Sunday morning at 10 AM, SANTA’S COMING! May your plates be merry and bright with our holiday themed Brunch Bingo.
Enjoy our full brunch menu and $3 brunch cocktails, plus seasonal prizes and an appearance from Santa Claus.
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Local Event: Holiday Brunch Bingo

Holiday Brunch Bingo

Registration Fee: FREE
Sun, Dec 21, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Ok everyone - Sunday morning at 10 AM, SANTA’S COMING! May your plates...

Paws and Pints 6218 Willowmere Drive Des Moines, IA 50310

Calling All Rescue Pups, let’s meet up!
Join us Sunday, December 21st at 4PM for a special gathering celebrating all our rescued and adopted pups!
This is the perfect chance for your furry friends to play, socialize, and meet other rescue pups in a fun, relaxed environment.
All rescue dogs in attendance will receive a free day pass to enjoy everything Paws &amp; Pints has to offer!
New to Paws &amp; Pints? Prep your pup for their first visit:
🐶Bring your government issued ID for check-in
🐶Download the Paws &amp; Pints mobile app: <a href="https://pawsandpints.app.link/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pawsandpints.app.link/...</a>
🐶Create an account
🐶Build your dog’s profile
Upload proof of Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo and Rabies vaccinations*
*Proof of vaccines must come from a certified veterinarian and is required for all dogs to enjoy Paws &amp; Pints
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Local Event: Rescue Meetup

Rescue Meetup

Calling All Rescue Pups, let’s meet up!
Join us Sunday, December 21st at 4PM for a special gathering celebrating all our...

Woofmas Wrapped at Paws &amp; Pints! 🎄🎁
Help us wrap up our Week of Woofmas Deals with a festive holiday party you won’t want to miss! Bring your pup and get ready for a full day of cheer, activities, and holiday magic. 🐾✨
Event Highlights:
🐶 FREE Day Passes all day long!
🎁 ALL 7 Woofmas Deals running all day!
📸 Photos &amp; Activities with Mrs. Claus, 5–7 PM
☕ Free Hot Chocolate, 5–7 PM
🍸 Santa’s Open Bar Specials, 5–7 PM
🎅 Enjoy the last moments of our Santa Paws Pop-Up Bar before the holidays are over!
Wrap up the season with treats, tail wags, festive drinks, holiday photos, and plenty of fun for both pups and humans!
New to Paws &amp; Pints? Prep your pup for their first visit:
🐶Bring your government issued ID for check-in
🐶Download the Paws &amp; Pints mobile app: <a href="https://pawsandpints.app.link/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pawsandpints.app.link/...</a>
🐶Create an account
🐶Build your dog’s profile
Upload proof of Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo and Rabies vaccinations*
*Proof of vaccines must come from a certified veterinarian and is required for all dogs to enjoy Paws &amp; Pints
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Local Event: Woofmas Wrapped

Woofmas Wrapped

Woofmas Wrapped at Paws & Pints! 🎄🎁
Help us wrap up our Week of Woofmas Deals with a festive holiday party you won’t want to...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Scottish Rite Consistory under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: Scottish Rite Consistory
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Des Moines
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 1 RV 269: Spring
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2 RV 315: Summer
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 3 RV 293: Autumn
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 RV 297: Winter
Sonata n.12 in d-minor "La Follia" RV 63
Performers
String Quartet - Listeso
Seating Map
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Local Event: Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

Scottish Rite Consistory 519 Park Street Des Moines, Iowa 50309

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Scottish Rite Consistory under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: Scottish Rite Consistory
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant. ADA seating is located in Zone A
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Des Moines
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Hello
Rumour Has It
Make You Feel My Love
Water Under the Bridge
Oh My God
Someone Like You
Send My Love (To Your New Lover)
Chasing Pavements
Skyfall
When We Were Young
Set Fire to the Rain
Easy On Me
Rolling in the Deep
Performers
Listeso String Quartet
Seating Map
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Local Event: Candlelight: Tribute to Adele

Candlelight: Tribute to Adele

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at World Food Prize Hall of Laureates under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Des Moines
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
12 Days of Christmas
Angels from the Realms of Glory
Angels We Have Heard On High
Away in a Manger
Carol of the Bells
Deck the Halls
Ding Dong! Merrily on High
Do You Hear What I Hear
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Good King Wenceslas
Greensleeves (What Child Is This)
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
In the Bleak Mid-Winter
Joy to the World
O Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)
O Come All Ye Faithful
O Holy Night
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Silent Night
The First Noël
Performers
Listeso String Quartet
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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by the winter and holiday spirit at World Food Prize Hall of Laureates under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Consider treating your friends and family to a Candlelight experience with our gift card! Check it out here
General Info
Venue: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Des Moines
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
O Holy Night – Adolphe Adam
Ma’oz Tzur – Traditional Hanukkah Song
The Snow is Dancing – Claude Debussy
The Seasons, Op. 37a – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
I. January. By the Hearth
XII. December. Christmas
The Skaters Waltz, Op. 183 (Les Patineurs) – Émile Waldteufel
Greensleeves (What Child is This) – Traditional
The Nutcracker, Op. 71 – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Miniature Overture
Act I, Scene II: No. 2, March
Act II: No. 12d, Divertissement. Trepak, Russian Dance
Act II: No. 13, Waltz of the Flowers
Act II: No. 14c, Pas de Deux. Variation II, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 RV 297: Winter – Vivaldi
Performers
Listeso String Quartet
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Local Event: Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More

Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The...

Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More

Calling all Snow Dogs, let’s meet up! 🐾⛄
Join us Sunday, December 28th at 4PM for a special gathering of snow-loving breeds like Bernese Mountain Dogs, Great Pyrenees, Huskies, St. Bernards, Samoyeds, and more!
This is the perfect chance for these majestic, fluffy pups to socialize, play, and show off their winter-ready coats in a fun, relaxed environment.
All snow dogs in attendance will receive a free day pass.
New to Paws &amp; Pints? Prep your pup for their first visit:
🐶Bring your government-issued ID for check-in
🐶Download the Paws &amp; Pints mobile app: <a href="https://pawsandpints.app.link/app" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pawsandpints.app.link/...</a>
🐶Create an account
🐶Build your dog’s profile
Upload proof of Bordetella, Distemper, Parvo and Rabies vaccinations*
*Proof of vaccines must come from a certified veterinarian and is required for all dogs to enjoy Paws &amp; Pints
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Local Event: Snow Dogs Meetup

Snow Dogs Meetup

Calling all Snow Dogs, let’s meet up! 🐾⛄
Join us Sunday, December 28th at 4PM for a special gathering of snow-loving breeds...

Smash Park Des Moines 6625 Coachlight Dr West Des Moines, IA 50266

Registration Fee: FREE
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00 am to 12:30 am
Ring in the New Year with nonstop fun and drinks! Play half-price arcade games and book half-price activities (two weeks in advance - use promo code NYE26), then keep the party going all night with our Open Bar Package and Glow Pickleball!
🪓 Buy an Open Bar Package 7 PM - Close!
🕹️ 1/2 Price Arcade all day!
Grab your crew and let's start 2026 off right!
No registration required! See you at 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 31st!
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Local Event: New Year's Eve Party

New Year's Eve Party

Registration Fee: FREE
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00 am to 12:30 am
Ring in the New Year with nonstop fun and drinks! Play half-price...

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Thursday, December 18

Saturday, December 20

Sunday, December 21

Tuesday, December 23

Friday, December 26

Saturday, December 27

Sunday, December 28

Wednesday, December 31