Where to Buy Local This Summer 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 summer things to do and see in the region, so check out the featured items below for where to spend time with friends and family in DSM.
Golf
Golf Cars of Iowa
Featured Item: Golf Car
Description: Purchase your own golf car, new or used, from Golf Cars of Iowa in Pleasant Hill.
golfcarsofiowa.com
River Valley Golf Courses
Featured Item: Twilight Golf
Description: In 2021, you can play up to 18 holes for only $28 after 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday or for $33 after 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
rivervalleygolf.com
Sugar Creek Golf Course
Featured Item: PGA Golf Instruction
Description: Sugar Creek Golf Course offers private or semi-private golf lessons by appointment for all ages and abilities.
waukee.org/199/Sugar-Creek-Municipal-Golf-Course
Toad Valley Golf Course
Featured Item: Mini Golf
Description: Bring the kids and play a little putt-putt at Toad Valley's mini golf course in Pleasant Hill.
toadvalleygolfcourse.com
Find a list of all Member golf courses in DSM here.
Outdoor Family Activities
Adventureland Park
Featured Item: Season Passes
Description: Enjoy unlimited park admission when you purchase a season pass.
adventurelandresort.com
Blank Park Zoo
Featured Item: Memberships
Description: Purchase one of five available memberships through the Blank Park Zoo or a combo membership between the Zoo and other regional attractions.
blankparkzoo.com
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Featured Item: Ruan Reflection Garden
Description: Visit the Ruan Reflection Garden for a tranquil space and views of Downtown DSM. While you’re there, you can support this popular DSM attraction by becoming a member, dining at the Trellis Café or shopping for garden-related items.
dmbotanicalgarden.com
Living History Farms
Featured Item: Memberships
Description: Choose from one of the Living History Farms membership options to experience 300 years of history through the 1700 Ioway Indian Farm, 1850 Pioneer Farm, 1876 Town of Walnut Hill and 1900 Horse-Powered Farm.
lhf.org
Science Center of Iowa
Featured Item: Advance Tickets
Description: Purchase a timed ticket for general admission to the Science Center of Iowa. Face coverings and temperature checks will be in place for all visitors.
sciowa.org
Find more things to do in DSM here.
Parks + Campgrounds
Brenton Arboretum
Featured Item: Dog Day Passes
Description: Brenton Arboretum offers self-guided and guided tours, as well as a Nature Play Area for kids and labyrinth. The arboretum is also open to dogs. Non-members can purchase passes for $5 here.
thebrentonarboretum.org
Rock Creek State Park
Featured Item: Camping
Description: Rock Creek State Park’s eight miles of multi-use trails and five-mile biking trail are located in Kellogg. Also available at the park are fishing, boating and hiking opportunities. Reserve a camping spot here.
iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Iowa-State-Parks/Rock-Creek-State-Park
Find a list of all Member parks and campgrounds in DSM here.
Patio Dining
Magee’s Irish Pub
Featured Item: Brunch
Description: Whether you order the Chocolate Truffle Porridge, the Caramel French Toast or the Full Irish Breakfast, you’ll enjoy brunch at Magee’s.
mageesirishpub.com
Star Bar
Featured Item: Small Plates
Description: Looking for patio dining near Downtown DSM? Check out Star Bar’s small plates featuring BBQ’d Chicken Sprigrolls with Mango Salsa or Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with Ginger and Wasabi.
Burgers, sandwiches and kids plates are also available.
starbardsm.com
You can also search our Patio Dining Buying Guide for ideas on outdoor dining options.
The original #DSMlocal Buying Guide offers gift ideas for a variety of recipients from bookworms to pet lovers and more. Throughout the year, The Partnership will continue to add even more buying guides to encourage buying local, curated with DSM shops, restaurants and service providers in mind for shoppers like you! The Partnership’s most recent guides are listed below:
If you’re a business owner and Member of The Partnership interested in being featured in one of the buying guides, sign up here.
Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization that serves Greater Des Moines (DSM), Iowa. Together with 23 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce, more than 6,500 Regional Business Members and more than 400 Investors, The Partnership drives economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. Through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration, The Partnership grows opportunity, helps create jobs and promotes DSM as the best place to build a business, a career and a future. Learn more at DSMpartnership.com.