Where to Buy Local for Father's Day in DSM

The Greater Des Moines Partnership is continuing to look local first when it comes to buying from Greater Des Moines (DSM) shops, restaurants and more. By supporting small businesses, the money you spend in the region will stay within the community. This week’s #DSMlocal buying guide is for Father’s Day shopping, so check out the featured items below for where to buy gifts for Dad, as well as ideas for dining together.

Greater Des Moines Events

Heroes Unite BBQ Weekend in Adel

Featured Item: Heroes Unite BBQ Weekend
Description: From Thursday, June 13 – Saturday, June 14, 2025, the KOA Campgrounds will hold a Superhero Costume Contest and a BBQ Contest during its Father’s Day camping getaway. Live music with Mike Aceto and a free pancake breakfast are also part of this outdoor adventure. Book your stay at the Des Moines West KOA.
koa.com

Dad's Rock Festival in Indianola

Featured Item: Dad's Rock Festival
Description: Plan a Father's Day excursion with the family.
experienceindianola.com/dads-rock

Fancy Shaves for Father's Day at Big Grove Des Moines

Featured Item: Premium Shave and a Beer
Description: From Noon – 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2025, treat Dad to a fresh, premium shave at Big Grove Brewery, courtesy of The Mobile Barbering Company, and complimentary beverage for just $30 — first come, first served.
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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park in Des Moines

Featured Item: Father's Day Celebration
Description: Take part in fun Father’s Day crafts, games and discounted tubing with Dad at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park on Sunday, June 15, 2025 from Noon – 6 p.m. Food and drink packages will be available, and you can even make a personalized t-shirt for Dad to take home. 
sleepyhollowsportspark.com

Dads & Donuts Father’s Day Workshop – Board & Brush in Clive

Featured Item: Dads & Donuts Workshop
Description: Plan a Father's Day excursion on Sunday, June 15, 2025 from 1 – 4 p.m. for Dad and the kids to create together! Pre-register one adult project ($73) and one child project per child ($35 first child, $20 for a second guest) at the workshop. 
boardandbrush.com

Greater Des Moines Restaurants

Brickyard Burgers & Brews in Adel

Featured Item: Burgers
Description: Treat Dad to a burger at Brickyard Burgers & Brews for Father’s Day. Options like the Barnyard Burger, Wild West Burger and Slider Trio can be enjoyed on the patio along the Raccoon River Bike Trail.
adelbrickyard.com

Firetrucker Brewery in Ankeny

Featured Item: Iowa IPA
Description: Firetrucker Brewery's Iowa IPA celebrates the state with a painting-turned-label of Iowa landmarks by artist Ben Schuh. Note: Visit with Dad on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 1 – 6 p.m. to browse new and used records while Vinyl Cup provides the vibes during the Vinyl Brew event. 
firetrucker.com

The Station on Ingersoll in Des Moines

Featured Item: Local Brews
Description: Dad will love this neighborhood sports bar and restaurant. Local brews sold here include: DSM IPA (Confluence Brewery), Hilton Magic (Backpocket) and Mexican Fruit Cup (Exile Brewery). Outdoor dining, carryout and delivery options are available.
thestationdsm.com

Tin Pig Tavern in Perry

Featured Item: Steaks
Description: Dad will love this Perry family-owned restaurant and brewery located in a building more than 100 years old! Try the Roadhouse Ribeye or the New York Strip, both topped with a Templeton steak butter.
tinpigtavern.com

Greater Des Moines Gifts

AE Outdoor Power in Urbandale

Featured Item: Ariens Father's Day Sales Event
Description: Dad will love $150 off qualifying IKONS from AE Outdoor Power. The Father’s Day sale goes through Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
aeoutdoorpower.com

Beek's Barber Shop in Pella

Featured Item: Hair Cut
Description: Book Dad a hair appointment just in time for summer at Beek’s Barber Shop.
facebook.com/edgeyhair

Broheim’s Indoor Golf & Pub in Waukee

Featured Item: Weekend Golf Special
Description: Friday through Sunday, the Weekend Golf Special from Broheim’s Indoor Golf & Pub offers two hours of golf and a bucket or pitcher of domestic beer for $60.
broheimsgolf.com

Dinner Dispatch in Windsor Heights

Featured Item: Dinner Deals
Description: Give Dad a gift card that lets him pick out meals for the month (at least three meals per week).
dinner-dispatch.com

Golf Cars of Iowa in Pleasant Hill

Featured Item: New E-Z-Go Golf Car
Description: The new Liberty LSV, the Freedom RXV or the Valor from Golf Cars of Iowa will be the perfect gift if you want to go big for your golf dad.
golfcarsofiowa.com

Iowa Cubs at Principal Park in Downtown Des Moines

Featured Item: Skybox Suite
Description: Reserve and gift Dad a skybox suite for a home game this summer. He’ll enjoy a great view of the game, air conditioning, parking passes — all with friends and family for a night of baseball in Downtown DSM!
milb.com/iowa

Kyle’s Bikes in Ankeny

Featured Item: Tune-Up Services 
Description: Tune-up service packages range from basic to ultimate and include bike washes, brake and shifting adjustments and more. Treat Dad to a tune-up so he can hit the trails without worry.
kylesbikes.com

Massage Heights in Johnston

Featured Item: Gift Card
Description: Buy $150 in gift cards and get a free service for Dad! Note: Valid until Monday, June 30, 2025.
massageheights.com

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Learn more about buying local by visiting dsmpartnership.com/buylocal and make sure to use #DSMlocal when posting about your local products, services or purchases on social media.