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June 5, 2025

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will host Contracting Opportunities for Small Business, a Supplier Development Lunch and Learn on Thursday, June 26, in partnership with the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University. This event will be held at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Downtown – Mercy Area.

May 28, 2025

A bill to designate Highways 5 and 65 as part of the federal Interstate system has been signed into law by Governor Kim Reynolds. HF 1025 passed the Iowa House by a vote of 90-2 and the Iowa Senate unanimously, 50-0. The bill was signed into law by Governor Reynolds on May 27.

May 15, 2025

Join the Greater Des Moines Partnership and its 24 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce for a pre-game tailgate and Iowa Cubs baseball game on Tuesday, June 24. Attendees can network with Chamber Members from across the Greater Des Moines region (DSM) and enjoy a tailgate meal on a first come, first served basis.

May 14, 2025

 The Greater Des Moines Partnership is partnering with The Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement to host a Workplace Accessibility Roundtable on Monday, June 9. These roundtables provide opportunities for individuals in Greater Des Moines (DSM) to build new relationships and connect with others who are passionate about fostering an inclusive community.

May 5, 2025

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced the keynote speakers, new partners and an expanded footprint for the second year of The Legacy Project: Career Ready Collective.

May 2, 2025

Starting Wednesday, May 21, visitors, residents and employees will have the opportunity to step out of the office and into the streets of Downtown Des Moines (DSM) for the Out to Lunch series. Attendees can soak up some sun and enjoy lunch from local food trucks and music by local artists. 

April 30, 2025

 The Young Professionals Connection (YPC) will host its Annual Gala on Thursday, July 31, from 6 – 9 p.m. The event will be held at The Shop DSM, an event center in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). This year’s Gala theme is Silver Reflections, inspired by the tradition of marking 25-year milestones with silver, a tribute to YPC’s 25th anniversary and legacy of connecting and celebrating young professionals in DSM.

April 8, 2025

The Optik Interactive Installation is coming to Cowles Commons in May where users can manipulate the movement and reflection of light.

April 4, 2025

Opening day for the 50th season of the Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health is just a month away. The Market will begin on Saturday, May 3 from 7 a.m. – Noon in the Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

April 4, 2025

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will host Contracting Opportunities for Small Business, a Supplier Development Lunch and Learn on Thursday, May 1, in partnership with the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) at Iowa State University and the Indianola Chamber of Commerce. This event will be held at Simpson College at Hubbell Hall in the Kent Campus Center.