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Event List

Daily Listings of Things to Do

Looking for something to do? Look no further! Explore free events, concerts, sports events and more in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Mothers Free Visit Day

May 10, 2026 9:00 AM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Admission is free for moms for Mother's Day at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

Mother's Day Bouquet Bar Drop-In

May 10, 2026 10:00 AM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Drop in at the Botanical Garden to create a petite bouquet personalized for your mom for Mother's Day!

Ikebana Flower Arranging

May 14, 2026 5:30 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

During the Botanical Garden's Ikebana Flower Arranging class, learn the history and basic principles of Ikebana.

Honey Tasting

May 16, 2026 5:30 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Experience a variety of unifloral honeys during a honey tasting with Katie Flinn of Milk & Honey Orchard and Apiary.

Botany Book Club

May 18, 2026 5:30 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Discuss the May book club selection during Botany Book Club in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Flower Pounding

May 21, 2026 5:30 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Press flowers onto paper and fabric during the Flower Pounding class at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.