Catch Des Moines

10/19/2026

Another helping of national love for the Des Moines food scene? We’ll take seconds.

This time, Forbes is serving up some love for our underrated food scene, spotlighting everything from neighborhood favorites and old-school institutions to inventive fine dining and local sweet treats.

Check out the full story below!

Iowa’s capital is full of hidden neighborhood gems and creative chef-driven restaurants. Discover where to eat and drink in this underrated Midwest food destination.

10/16/2026

There’s nothing better than getting in the spirit of Halloween than a themed pop-up bar, and Greater Des Moines has des best of the best. Find frighteningly good choices below and plan your visit before they disappear for the season!

There’s nothing better than a themed pop-up bar, and Greater Des Moines has des best of the best. Find the frighteningly good choices below to help get you in the spooky spirit!

10/16/2026

Wondering what to do this weekend? Not anymore! ✨

Check out our events calendar for a huge list of events happening this weekend around Greater Des Moines: https://www.catchdesmoines.com/events/events-this-weekend/

10/15/2026

At our Annual Celebration today at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel in Altoona, we honored the incredible businesses, organizations, and individuals who help Greater Des Moines shine as a visitor destination and strengthen our tourism and hospitality industry.

Join us in celebrating this year’s winners! Check out the full list and learn more below:

Catch Des Moines recognized the businesses, organizations, and individuals helping Greater Des Moines thrive as a visitor destination during its Annual Celebration Thursday at Prairie Meadows Racetrack, Casino, and Hotel in Altoona.

10/13/2026

Des Moines is ready to rock!

The 2027 USA Curling Men's & Women's National Championships are coming to the MidAmerican Energy RecPlex in West Des Moines, January 24-30. And now the whole country can catch the action, with coverage streaming on Peacock! The nation's top curlers, right here in Greater Des Moines. Pretty cool!

Get the scoop from NBC Sports here: https://www.nbcsports.com/pressbox/press-releases/2027-usa-curling-mens-womens-national-championships-to-stream-from-jan-24-30-on-peacock

10/12/2026

🚨 GIVEAWAY: Enter to win tickets to the Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Show, November 13-15 at the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! 🎄🎁

Iowa’s Largest Arts and Crafts Show features 300+ exhibitors from eight states selling handcrafted goods from across the Midwest. Plus, parking is free!

To enter:
• LIKE this post
• TAG who you’d bring along for some holiday shopping

The winner will be selected October 26. Good luck!

*The winner will be notified directly by the official Catch Des Moines account. We will never ask you to click on links or provide credit card information.*

10/09/2026

Live music, exciting events, great eats, and endless shopping opportunities. Explore The District - Prairie Trail in Ankeny in our latest Around the Block feature. 🎶✨

Read the full feature here: https://www.catchdesmoines.com/blog/stories/post/around-the-block-the-district-at-prairie-trail/

10/09/2026

Midwest Living recently featured the 17 Best Places in Des Moines, with help from our good friend Karla Walsh!

Check out the full list below to see if your favorite spot made the cut:

If you’re hungry for a memorable meal, Iowa’s capital delivers—with Asian market pho, pizza in an apple orchard, a bar devoted entirely to cheese, and a $100 banana split. The best restaurants in Des Moines include Aposto, Guesthouse Tavern and Oyster, Harbinger, Lucky Lotus, Oak Park, The Bar...

10/06/2026

Sweater weather is calling. We’ve rounded up some of the best spots in Greater Des Moines to experience fall colors and make cozy memories that will keep you warm through winter. Pairs well with cardigans and pumpkin spice everything. According to this year’s fall foliage forecast, the Greater Des Moines area is expected to see peak color changes in mid-October. 🍂🍁🍃

So, grab a hot coffee, get in the car, and follow the yellow leaf road to some of our favorite spots below:

Sweater weather is calling. We’ve rounded up some of the best spots in Greater Des Moines to experience fall colors and make cozy memories that will keep you warm through winter. Pairs well with cardigans and pumpkin spice everything. According to this year’s fall foliage forecast, the Greater D...