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Learn to Play Euchre
Learn to Play Euchre
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Ever wanted to learn how to play the trick-taking partner game Euchre? Well, now’s your chance! We’ll be holding a very relaxed how-to-play overview session…
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing on Saturday, October 4th, starting at 11:00 AM. Players and…
“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour
“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Artists on Fire,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery September 5, 2026 – January 10, 2027. This…
2026 Fingerman Lecture: Alison Saar
2026 Fingerman Lecture: Alison Saar
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 • 1:30 PM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
We invite you to join the Des Moines Art Center in welcoming artist Alison Saar as the featured speaker of our annual Fingerman Lecture series. Saar’s work…

Social & Nightlife

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Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Nov 1, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, November 1st, starting at 11:00 AM.…
Social Chess Club
Social Chess Club
Sat, Nov 8, 2025 • 8:00 AM—12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Drop by the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, November 8th, and get strategic with our monthly Social Chess Club. Social Chess Club meets every second…
Cribbage Tournament
Cribbage Tournament
Sat, Nov 15, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and peg your way to victory at our monthly for-fun Cribbage Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, November 15th, starting at 11:00…
Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Dec 6, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, December 6th, starting at 11:00 AM.…
Social Chess Club
Social Chess Club
Sat, Dec 13, 2025 • 8:00 AM—12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Drop by the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, December 13th, and get strategic with our monthly Social Chess Club. Social Chess Club meets every second…
Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
When the clock strikes midnight at our upcoming Blood on the Clocktower event, there’s a very good chance the person sitting next to you may not make it out…
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin DeJear – SOLD OUT
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin DeJear – SOLD OUT
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Meet & Play Social Game Night
Meet & Play Social Game Night
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 • 4:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Looking to broaden your gaming group or just interested in meeting some new people? Join us for Meet & Play Social Game Night every Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM…
Mahjong Mornings: Open Play, All Styles
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 • 8:00 AM—12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Follow the winds to the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on every Friday morning from 8AM-12PM This traditional yet modern game is bringing in new players every…
Learn to Play Euchre
Learn to Play Euchre
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Ever wanted to learn how to play the trick-taking partner game Euchre? Well, now’s your chance! We’ll be holding a very relaxed how-to-play overview session…
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing on Saturday, October 4th, starting at 11:00 AM. Players and…
Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun, monthly Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe every first Saturday of the month starting…

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Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Nov 1, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, November 1st, starting at 11:00 AM.…
Cribbage Tournament
Cribbage Tournament
Sat, Nov 15, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and peg your way to victory at our monthly for-fun Cribbage Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, November 15th, starting at 11:00…
Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Dec 6, 2025 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on Saturday, December 6th, starting at 11:00 AM.…
Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
When the clock strikes midnight at our upcoming Blood on the Clocktower event, there’s a very good chance the person sitting next to you may not make it out…
Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Meet & Play Social Game Night
Meet & Play Social Game Night
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 • 4:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Looking to broaden your gaming group or just interested in meeting some new people? Join us for Meet & Play Social Game Night every Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM…
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun Euchre Tournament at SingleSpeed Brewing on Saturday, October 4th, starting at 11:00 AM. Players and…
Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us and trick-take your way to the top in our for-fun, monthly Euchre Tournament at Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe every first Saturday of the month starting…
Adventure Sundays
Adventure Sundays
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Feel adventurous? You don’t need to roll a Nat 20 on a wisdom check to know that joining the Rook Room for Adventure Sundays is a good idea! Adventure Sundays…
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz Trivia Night
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz Trivia Night
Mon, Oct 5, 2026 • 7:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Gather all of your smartest friends and get ready to show off your collective brain power with Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz Trivia Night at the Rook Room Game…
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 • 4:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Gather up and head to the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe for your weekly dose of Magic, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana, One Piece, or more every Tuesday night.…
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Wed, Oct 7, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join The Rook Room for Prism Tabletop Club, a twice-monthly LGBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming community. We’ll be…

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Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin DeJear – SOLD OUT
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Deidre and Marvin DeJear – SOLD OUT
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Adventure Sundays
Adventure Sundays
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Feel adventurous? You don’t need to roll a Nat 20 on a wisdom check to know that joining the Rook Room for Adventure Sundays is a good idea! Adventure Sundays…
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 • 4:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Gather up and head to the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe for your weekly dose of Magic, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana, One Piece, or more every Tuesday night.…
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Wed, Oct 7, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join The Rook Room for Prism Tabletop Club, a twice-monthly LGBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming community. We’ll be…
Social Chess Club
Social Chess Club
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 8:00 AM—12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Drop by the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe on the second Saturday of every month and get strategic with our monthly Social Chess Club. Social Chess Club meets…
Adventure Sundays
Adventure Sundays
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Feel adventurous? You don’t need to roll a Nat 20 on a wisdom check to know that joining the Rook Room for Adventure Sundays is a good idea! Adventure Sundays…
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
TCG Tuesdays Ft. Casual Commander
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 4:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Gather up and head to the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe for your weekly dose of Magic, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana, One Piece, or more every Tuesday night.…
Sip & Sweets
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip & Sweets is sweet way to help the Garden! With wine in hand, enjoy a tour of seasonal highlights that includes three delicious chocolate tastings. Turn in…
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Winter Squash: Garden to Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Discover the delicious versatility of winter squash with Flora café! Explore popular varieties, including butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, and how their…
Savor Moxie - October - The Global Table
Savor Moxie - October - The Global Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
The Global Table: An International Exploration of World Cuisines A Sophisticated Evening of Global Discovery. Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026 Location: Des…
Business Over Board Games
Business Over Board Games
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 8:00 AM—9:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Looking for a new way to expand your network by building long lasting connections? We want to create a space for you to get business, share news, and build…

Arts & Culture

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Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Blood on the Clocktower Immersive Experience
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
When the clock strikes midnight at our upcoming Blood on the Clocktower event, there’s a very good chance the person sitting next to you may not make it out…
“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour
“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Artists on Fire,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery September 5, 2026 – January 10, 2027. This…
Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 • 12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering…
Fall Botanical Clay Earrings
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Explore the art of sculpting vibrant three-dimensional flowers and leaves using polymer clay alongside mixed media techniques. Dive into a world where…
Learn to Play Euchre
Learn to Play Euchre
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Ever wanted to learn how to play the trick-taking partner game Euchre? Well, now’s your chance! We’ll be holding a very relaxed how-to-play overview session…
Pumpkin Stained Glass Art
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM—11:30 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass pumpkin! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of…
Social Saturday: Plot Twist
Social Saturday: Plot Twist
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s April Social Saturday event: Plot Twist! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios, a free guided tour, a unique performance in…
Social Saturday: SNOW DAY
Social Saturday: SNOW DAY
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s inaugural Social Saturday event and celebrate all things comfy and cozy with a SNOW DAY theme! Come in out of the cold as we…
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s February Social Saturday event: Love it or Leave it! Whether you’re a fan of vibrant abstract paintings, or prefer minimalist…
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s May Social Saturday event: Toons and Tunes! Who loves Saturday morning cartoons? Watch short animations created by local…
Fright Night with Final Act Ensemble
Fright Night with Final Act Ensemble
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 1:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Welcome to Fright Night at the Art Center! The Des Moines Community Playhouse’s Final Act Ensemble brings ghosts, witches, murder, and mystery to life in a…
Art Spectrums
Art Spectrums
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism, along with their families, to enjoy the Des Moines Art Center and make memories with…

Family & Kids

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Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Pumpkin Stained Glass Art
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM—11:30 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass pumpkin! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of…
Social Saturday: SNOW DAY
Social Saturday: SNOW DAY
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s inaugural Social Saturday event and celebrate all things comfy and cozy with a SNOW DAY theme! Come in out of the cold as we…
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s May Social Saturday event: Toons and Tunes! Who loves Saturday morning cartoons? Watch short animations created by local…
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s February Social Saturday event: Love it or Leave it! Whether you’re a fan of vibrant abstract paintings, or prefer minimalist…
Social Saturday: Plot Twist
Social Saturday: Plot Twist
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s April Social Saturday event: Plot Twist! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios, a free guided tour, a unique performance in…
Art Spectrums
Art Spectrums
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism, along with their families, to enjoy the Des Moines Art Center and make memories with…
Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Winter Squash: Garden to Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Discover the delicious versatility of winter squash with Flora café! Explore popular varieties, including butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, and how their…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…

Community & Causes

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CultuRoll BIPOC Game Night
CultuRoll BIPOC Game Night
Sun, Dec 14, 2025 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Are you ready to roll? Join us for our monthly CultuRoll BIPOC Game Night on Sunday, December 14th, from 5 PM to 10 PM at the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe.…
Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Wed, Oct 7, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join The Rook Room for Prism Tabletop Club, a twice-monthly LGBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming community. We’ll be…
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Social Saturday: Love it or Leave it!
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s February Social Saturday event: Love it or Leave it! Whether you’re a fan of vibrant abstract paintings, or prefer minimalist…
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Social Saturday: Toons and Tunes
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 11:00 AM—2:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join the Des Moines Art Center’s May Social Saturday event: Toons and Tunes! Who loves Saturday morning cartoons? Watch short animations created by local…
Art Spectrums
Art Spectrums
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 • 1:00 PM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism, along with their families, to enjoy the Des Moines Art Center and make memories with…
Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Art Center Café, Dinner with Friends: Tar and Erika Macias
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 · Des Moines, IA
We are excited to continue the Art Center Café’s signature culinary experience: Dinner with Friends. Be our guest as we gather around the table with friends…
Business Over Board Games
Business Over Board Games
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 8:00 AM—9:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Looking for a new way to expand your network by building long lasting connections? We want to create a space for you to get business, share news, and build…
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
Sun, Oct 18, 2026 • 5:00 PM—10:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join The Rook Room for Prism Tabletop Club, a twice-monthly LGBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming community. We’ll be…
Mahjong Open Play
Mahjong Open Play
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 • 4:00 PM—8:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Follow the winds to the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe every fourth Thursday (4PM-8PM) where we will host Mahjong Open Play. This traditional yet modern game is…
Botany Book Club
Mon, Oct 26, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Join our monthly botany book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read “The Bog Wife” by Kay…

Classes & Learning

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Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Sep 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 • 12:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering…
Fall Botanical Clay Earrings
Thu, Oct 8, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Explore the art of sculpting vibrant three-dimensional flowers and leaves using polymer clay alongside mixed media techniques. Dive into a world where…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Learn to Play Euchre
Learn to Play Euchre
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Ever wanted to learn how to play the trick-taking partner game Euchre? Well, now’s your chance! We’ll be holding a very relaxed how-to-play overview session…
Pumpkin Stained Glass Art
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 9:00 AM—11:30 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass pumpkin! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of…
Sip & Sweets
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip & Sweets is sweet way to help the Garden! With wine in hand, enjoy a tour of seasonal highlights that includes three delicious chocolate tastings. Turn in…
Yoga in the Garden
Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something…
Winter Squash: Garden to Table
Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM—7:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Discover the delicious versatility of winter squash with Flora café! Explore popular varieties, including butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash, and how their…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Learn to Play Cribbage
Learn to Play Cribbage
Sat, Oct 17, 2026 • 9:00 AM—10:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Ever wanted to learn how to play the trick-taking and peg-advancing game Cribbage? Well, now’s your chance! We’ll be holding a very relaxed how-to-play…

Outdoors & Nature

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Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Sip & Sweets
Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip & Sweets is sweet way to help the Garden! With wine in hand, enjoy a tour of seasonal highlights that includes three delicious chocolate tastings. Turn in…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Art in the Dark – Flashlight Tour
Art in the Dark – Flashlight Tour
Fri, Oct 16, 2026 • 7:00 PM—9:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Experience the Des Moines Art Center at the Art in the Dark – Flashlight Tour. This after-hours adventure will leave you howling for more! Wander through…
Sip & Stroll Deadly Plants
Thu, Oct 22, 2026 • 5:30 PM—6:30 PM · Des Moines, IA
Sip on a glass of wine as you are guided on a tour of deadly, poisonous plants to celebrate the spooky season of Halloween! Learn about why some plants are…
Fall Bulb Sale Pick Up
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Thank you for buying your spring bulbs at the The Fall Bulb Sale. Your purchase beautifies your landscape AND supports the Botanical Garden. Bulb Pickup is in…
Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 • 10:30 AM—11:00 AM · Des Moines, IA
Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this Fall! This fun, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring…
Succulent Cauldron Drop-In
Fri, Oct 23, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini cauldron planter to take home.…
Fall Bulb Sale Pick Up
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 • 10:00 AM—3:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Thank you for buying your spring bulbs at the The Fall Bulb Sale. Your purchase beautifies your landscape AND supports the Botanical Garden. Bulb Pickup is in…
Succulent Cauldron Drop-In
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent…
Succulent Cauldron Drop-In
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Des Moines, IA
Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent…

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