Winter Break Staycation Activities

We’ve got the warm temperatures for your Winter Break Staycation! Enjoy paradise right here in Des Moines with hands-on activity tables and a fun scavenger hunt featuring pollinators as you explore the tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House included with admission. Add on drop in activities available while supplies last, no preregistration required. Bring the whole family—there’s something for everyone here! Included with daily general admission. Plan your visit.

Also this week in Des Moines

• Des Moines Symphony: Beautiful Monsters – John Williams & Symphonie Fantastique Sat, Oct 31
• Day of the Dead 2026: ¡Sí Se Puede! Sun, Nov 1
• Iowa Wild vs. Charlotte Sun, Nov 1

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