Pleasant Hill Holiday Guide

Celebrate the Holidays in Pleasant Hill

Pleasant Hill brings festive cheer with holiday events, local shopping opportunities and plenty of community spirit, making it the perfect spot to get into the seasonal mood.

• What To Do: Get into the holiday spirit with the Annual Ugly Sweater Party on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at  The Pizza Bar in Pleasant Hill! With appetizers, a drink ticket and a white elephant gift exchange, it’s sure to be a fun night for friends and laughter. On Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, visit the Copper Shores Christmas Village including holiday vendors, a photos op with Santa and warm hot cocoa.     
• Where to Shop: Pleasant Hill's Chamber business directory is a treasure trove of local shopping ideas! Shop clothing and accessories for "her" at Patti Sue's Boutique. Give a gift card to the kids on your list (and children at heart!) for ice cream from Over the Top, plus bowling, laser tag and arcade fun at Great Escape. or to the golf lover at either Toad Valley or Copper Creek. For the movie buffs on your list, a gift card to Pleasant Hill Copper Creek 9 Theater makes a perfect present! If you’re hosting this holiday season, Great Caterers of Iowa will help you create a delicious menu sure to impress your guests.
• Special Holiday Moments: Don’t miss Christmas on the Hill: Candy Adventure at Newlife Church on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, including fun activities like holiday music, festive activities, seasonal treats, photo ops and more. Additionally, Rising Sun Church of Christ has a Live Nativity planned for Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 — a family-friendly drive-through experience from the warmth of your car. Pro Tip: Swing by Scooter’s Coffee beforehand and snag a Candy Cane Forest Hot Chocolate for your whole crew. 

Celebrate the Holidays, Support Local in Greater Des Moines!

Make this holiday season unforgettable by shopping local. Let DSM Local be your guide to finding unique gifts, holiday cheer, and cozy spots in DSM. Explore places near Pleasant Hill like Altoona, Carlisle and Ankeny, too—and experience the magic of the season throughout DSM.