THE GREATER STORIES BEHIND THE GREATER DES MOINES REGION

Economic Development
Connected Regions Build Stronger Economies

Read the final story in a five-part Spatial Geography Series to better understand regional connectivity in Greater Des Moines.
Greater Des Moines Buzz
This Week at The Market: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026

See what's happening, what to eat and who to visit at the Sept. 12 Downtown Farmers' Market.
Partnership News
Vendor Applications Open for Downtown Winter Farmers' Market

The Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market, presented by Prairie Meadows, is returning to Downtown Des Moines (DSM) this holiday season, bringing three days of local food, gifts, free entertainment and holiday cheer to Capital Square Friday, Nov. 20 through Sunday, Nov. 22.
Economic Development
Why Being in the Midwest Helps Greater Des Moines More Than People Realize

Read the fourth story in a five-part Spatial Geography Series to better understand regional connectivity in Greater Des Moines.
Greater Des Moines Buzz
Six Years In, the Des Moines Streetstyle Open Is Turning Skateboarding Into a Downtown Draw

The Des Moines Streetstyle Open returns Sept. 24 – 26, 2026 to Downtown Des Moines.
live music in Greater Des Moines
Greater Des Moines Buzz
Live Music This Week in DSM: Sept. 8 – 13, 2026
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Greater Des Moines Buzz
Labor Day Weekend + More in Greater Des Moines: Sept. 4-10
Top Reads
Small Business Success
Three Ways to Build a Competitive Advantage in the Second Half of 2026
Talent Development
Connecting People with Job Opportunities + Educational Services Through St. Vincent de Paul in DSM
Greater Des Moines Buzz
What's in Season? Eat Fresh & Local in DSM: September Edition
Partnership News
Economic Impact Awards Recognize Companies Driving Growth Across Greater Des Moines
Greater Des Moines Buzz
Free Things to Do in Greater Des Moines: September Edition

DSM Shorts

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Whether you recently relocated to the region, have something innovative happening at your company or you're celebrating a milestone, we want to know! Email Kyle Oppenhuizen, Vice President of Communications, at koppenhuizen@DSMpartnership.com to submit your story. 

Most people think this is normal. It's not. What's happening in Greater Des Moines is extraordinary.

James Chung

Be Part of Something Greater

Greater Des Moines is the place to do something greater. Learn more about how you can join in this work and be part of the mission. Contact Kathryn Smith, Vice President of Investor Relations and Community Engagement, at the Greater Des Moines Partnership, to get started.

ksmith@DSMpartnership.com | (515) 286-4914