Directions For the Winter Market
The Downtown Winter Farmers' Market presented by Prairie Meadows will return on Friday, Nov. 20 - Sunday, Nov. 22 at Capital Square in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).
2026 Winter Market Hours:
- Friday, Nov. 20: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Saturday, Nov. 21: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Sunday, Nov. 22: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
How to Get There
Located in the heart of Downtown DSM, The Winter Market takes place inside Capital Square, offering a festive indoor shopping experience. With several nearby parking options, The Winter Market is easy to get to.
For navigational purposes, enter 400 Locust St., Des Moines, IA, when using a GPS.
Parking
With thousands of parking spots available in Downtown DSM, there are plenty of options available for Winter Market attendees.
Street Parking
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Metered Parking is available throughout Downtown.
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Meters range from $0.25 – $1.75 per hour.
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See map of parking meter options.
Parking Garages
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Park in the Third and Court parking garage, Fourth and Grand parking garage, Fifth and Walnut parking garage or the Seventh and Center parking garage. Event parking is $5.
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See more information on city parking garages.
Bridge Parking
Free Options
- Iowa Cubs Stadium Lots (1 Line Drive)
- Fifth and Cherry Surface Lot (South of the Courthouse)
- Parking is free in Downtown DSM on Sundays