Travis & Ruth

May 17, 2025 • West Des Moines, IA
18 Days To Go!

Travis & Ruth

May 17, 2025 • West Des Moines, IA
18 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market

300 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(515) 286-4950

Great early Saturday morning event. Lots of local vendors, food, plants, etc. Can be crowded when the weather is nice.

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Des Moines Art Center

4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, USA
(515) 277-4405

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

1330 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(515) 237-1386

Outdoor venue. Great place to walk around and view unique art pieces. In the heart of downtown Des Moines.

Iowa Cubs

1 Line Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(515) 243-6111

The Iowa Cubs are the Chicago Cubs Triple A team. They have home games Friday night and Sunday afternoon. Beautiful ballpark located at the confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.

The Ducktail Lounge

1809 86th St, Clive, IA 50325, USA
(515) 630-1025

Our favorite bar owned by our good friend and fellow Bulldog, Bryan Moon.

Iowa Distilling Company

4349 Cumming Ave, Cumming, IA 50061, USA
(515) 981-4216

One of our favorite places to enjoy a craft cocktail.

Wilson's Orchard & Farm (Des Moines)

3201 15th Ave, Cumming, IA 50061, USA
(515) 216-0027

Cider brewery featuring a farm market, ciderhouse, restaurant and bar. Large outdoor seating area with views of the countryside.


They have a "cut your own" flower garden with a variety of seasonal flowers.

Winchester Public House

224 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
(515) 499-4002

Prohibition style pub with a signature line of cocktails located in Historic Valley Junction in West Des Moines. Surrounded by boutique shops and restaurants.

Lua Brewing

1525 High St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(515) 630-5311

Great local brewery with a unique and delicious food menu. Recently voted the #1 brewpub in the country by USA Today Reader Choice Awards.

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

555 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(515) 777-2337