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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - des-moines-ia (festival) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000425-1788566400-1788652799@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000426-1788652800-1788739199@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Water Works Pops - Cinematic Magic: Family Festival & Film Music DTSTART:20260906T223000Z DTEND:20260907T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z UID:10000020-1788715800-1788724800@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:family,festival,film,music DESCRIPTION:Experience cinematic magic! Be transported through time on the wings of dragons and through the blizzards of Arendelle. Water Works Park will be transformed into a hub for activities for all ages—local vendor s\, kids’ activities\, and food trucks. Join us for an afternoon of lege ndary film music the whole family will love! \nTo learn more\, click here. \nThe Des Moines Symphony’s Water Works Pops concerts are presented by Linda & Tom Koehn and are completely free to attend. Join us on Saturday\, too\, for a high-energy celebration of the Eagles with 7 Bridges! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z LOCATION:Lauridsen Amphitheater\, 2201 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA \, 50321\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/water-works-pops-cinematic-magic- family-festival-film-music/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Block Party DTSTART:20260909T220000Z DTEND:20260910T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T181717Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53885019214766 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Join La Fuerza Latina\, Rainbow Union\, and Coalition of Black Students for free pupusas\, drinks\, and sweets treats for our Annual Blo ck Party on Wednesday September 9th! You won't want to miss out! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181717Z LOCATION:La Casa Cultural URL:https://calendar.drake.edu/event/block-party X-SOURCE-NAME:Drake University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.drake.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SENI-OM-SED at Water Works Park presented by Iowa Trust: Bags Tour nament DTSTART:20260911T210000Z DTEND:20260912T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T230232Z UID:10000088-1789142400-1789156800@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:SENI-OM-SED in Water Works Park presented by Iowa Trust. \nCel ebrate Des Moines with the Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce and the Des Moines Biergarten at Water Works Park. \nEnjoy food trucks featuring Jethro’s BBQ\, Local Cow Co\, Sodies\, and Tacos del Robert\, plus Downt own Chamber of Commerce picnic-table networking. Gather with friends and m ake new ones. \nJoin the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and Des Moines Wat er Works Park for a night of fun playing bags. FREE!\n\n4 pm Registration\ n5 pm Bag Toss\nFor more information\, click here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230232Z LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\ , 50321\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/seni-om-sed-at-water-works-park-p resented-by-iowa-trust-bags-tournament/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000427-1789171200-1789257599@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000428-1789257600-1789343999@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z UID:10000013-1789729200-1792364400@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\ nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe rfest trivia LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\ , 50321\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie rgarten/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000429-1789776000-1789862399@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beaverdale Fall Festival Kids & Family Scavenger Hunt DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181115Z UID:10002009-1789812000-1789851600@therookroom.com CATEGORIES:family,festival DESCRIPTION:Beaverdale Fall Festival’s famous mascot Baxter Beaver got l ost while exploring all the fun around Des Moines’ favorite neighborhood celebration! Can you help us find him?! \nJoin The Rook Room in the hunt for Baxter in this year’s Kids & Family Scavenger Hunt. It’s free to p lay and runs throughout the festival on Saturday\, September 19th. \nIt’ s fun and easy to play: \n\nPick up your Scavenger Hunt Clue & Answer Shee t at the Beaverdale Fall Festival information tent near the main stage to get started.\nFollow the clues in any order to search for Baxter. He’ll be hanging out around the festival in notable areas and local businesses.\ nWhen you find him\, he’ll have a special secret word for you.\nWhen you find all of the secret words\, fill out your Answer Sheet and return it t o the info tent to get an exclusive Baxter Scavenger Hunt sticker!\n\nBaxt er will not be hiding in areas that are off-limits or otherwise inaccessib le. Please be respectful of the area and people around you during your sea rch. \nBaxter may be hiding in a Beaverdale business within the festival g rounds. If the business is open\, he may be hiding inside – so take a wa lk in and look around. If the business is closed\, he will be visible from outside of the business. \nThe scavenger hunt is designed for kids and fa milies and should be easy and fun for all ages. \nIf you get stuck or need additional information\, please visit the Beaverdale Fall Festival Inform ation Tent and ask a volunteer for help. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181115Z LOCATION:Beaverdale Fall Festival\, 2805 Beaver Avenue\, Des Moines\, 5031 0\, United States URL:https://therookroom.com/event/beaverdale-fall-festival-kids-family-sca venger-hunt-091926/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe X-SOURCE-URL:https://therookroom.com/event/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-octob er-wednesday-game-night-100224 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z UID:10000068-1789815600-1789858800@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\ nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe rfest trivia LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\ , 50321\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie rgarten-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260729T180854Z UID:10000430-1789862400-1789948799@sleepyhollowsportspark.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:The Fall Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter the gates for t he first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens rul ed\, knights jousted\, and the arts came alive! \nThis event is held the f irst\, second and third weekends in September. Tickets can be purchased fr om the event organizer at SleepyHollowRenFaire.com \nThis event is operate d by a contracted vendor which rents the grounds for its event. Any questi ons or concerns related to the Renaissance Faire should be directed to the event staff. Contact information here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180854Z LOCATION:Festival Grounds at Sleepy Hollow\, 4355 Fairview Dr.\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327\, United States URL:https://sleepyhollowsportspark.com/event/fall-renaissance-faire-at-sle epy-hollow/2026-09-20/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sleepy Hollow X-SOURCE-URL:http://www.sleepyhollowsportspark.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260921T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z UID:10000072-1789902000-1789945200@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\ nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe rfest trivia LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\ , 50321\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie rgarten-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adventureland's Phantom Fall Fest DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260902T121958Z UID:0-9749@star1025.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Play All Day\, Fright All Night\nA little Gothic\, A Little Go ry\, Pure Panic. All-New Spell Keeper - leveling up the horror as Phantom Fall Fest returns to Adventureland. Thrill all day on your favorite rides\ , then fright all night through more fog and freaks starting with FIVE hau nted houses and four scare zones.\nGet your tickets HERE! LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T121958Z LOCATION:Adventureland\, 3300 Adventureland Dr\, Altoona\, IA\, 50009\, Un ited States URL:https://star1025.com/events/adventurelands-phantom-fall-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Western Gateway Park X-SOURCE-URL:https://star1025.com/locations/western-gateway-park END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Panda Fest DTSTART:20261002T160000Z DTEND:20261002T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z UID:fb5c77496f3d3e72161c712f87005a6a CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Panda Fest is Coming to Iowa for the First Time Ever!\n\nPanda Fest\, one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S.\, is m aking its Iowa debut at Outlets of Des Moines. Join us for an unforgettabl e weekend celebrating the flavors\, art\, and cultural traditions of Asia. \n\n \n\nWhat to Expect:\n70+ Asian food vendors\n30+ merchandise vendors\ nLive performances and cultural experiences\nInteractive activities\, tast ings\, and a vibrant marketplace\n\n \n\nEvent Dates & Hours:\nFriday\, Oc tober 2: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 3: 10:00 a.m. – 10 :00 p.m.\nSunday\, October 4: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n\nLocated in Parki ng Lot C at 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona\, IA\n\n \n\nEarly Bird tickets g o on sale Wednesday\, August 5 at 10:00 a.m. CDT.\n\nEach Early Bird ticke t includes two exclusive gifts (a $11 value):\nOne customized Iowa-themed Panda Pin\nOne Panda headband\n*Early Bird tickets are limited\, so don't wait to secure yours.\n\nClick HERE for tickets! \n\n \n\nExperience Panda Fest in Iowa for the very first time and enjoy a weekend filled with incr edible food\, shopping\, live entertainment\, and cultural celebration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z LOCATION:Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Big RAM Bash 2026 DTSTART:20261002T163000Z DTEND:20261002T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z UID:7a1bc993c84aa757a165fbc2984ae42f CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:SEP's biggest homecoming celebration is back for 2026!\n\nJoin the SEP Education Foundation and SEP Alumni Association for the fun\, FRE E Big RAM Bash before the homecoming game in the greenspace on the south s ide of SEP High School\, presented by Meta!\n\nGrab your family and stop b y before the game for dinner from one of several food trucks\, get your ga me face on at the Meta Spirit Station\, send notes to SEP athletes now in college and the pros at the Well Wishes Station and so much more!\n\nThrou gh the Big RAM Bash\, the Southeast Polk Education Foundation raises money to provide grants for educational projects within the Southeast Polk Scho ol District to ensure the future success of Southeast Polk students and gr aduates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z LOCATION:Southeast Polk High School X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Panda Fest DTSTART:20261003T100000Z DTEND:20261003T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z UID:81e68999106d6798eca552cbb9337751 CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Panda Fest is Coming to Iowa for the First Time Ever!\n\nPanda Fest\, one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S.\, is m aking its Iowa debut at Outlets of Des Moines. Join us for an unforgettabl e weekend celebrating the flavors\, art\, and cultural traditions of Asia. \n\n \n\nWhat to Expect:\n70+ Asian food vendors\n30+ merchandise vendors\ nLive performances and cultural experiences\nInteractive activities\, tast ings\, and a vibrant marketplace\n\n \n\nEvent Dates & Hours:\nFriday\, Oc tober 2: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 3: 10:00 a.m. – 10 :00 p.m.\nSunday\, October 4: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n\nLocated in Parki ng Lot C at 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona\, IA\n\n \n\nEarly Bird tickets g o on sale Wednesday\, August 5 at 10:00 a.m. CDT.\n\nEach Early Bird ticke t includes two exclusive gifts (a $11 value):\nOne customized Iowa-themed Panda Pin\nOne Panda headband\n*Early Bird tickets are limited\, so don't wait to secure yours.\n\nClick HERE for tickets! \n\n \n\nExperience Panda Fest in Iowa for the very first time and enjoy a weekend filled with incr edible food\, shopping\, live entertainment\, and cultural celebration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z LOCATION:Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Panda Fest DTSTART:20261004T100000Z DTEND:20261004T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z UID:9005e22c1f6a91269cfaf51aedb6e83b CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Panda Fest is Coming to Iowa for the First Time Ever!\n\nPanda Fest\, one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S.\, is m aking its Iowa debut at Outlets of Des Moines. Join us for an unforgettabl e weekend celebrating the flavors\, art\, and cultural traditions of Asia. \n\n \n\nWhat to Expect:\n70+ Asian food vendors\n30+ merchandise vendors\ nLive performances and cultural experiences\nInteractive activities\, tast ings\, and a vibrant marketplace\n\n \n\nEvent Dates & Hours:\nFriday\, Oc tober 2: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, October 3: 10:00 a.m. – 10 :00 p.m.\nSunday\, October 4: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n\nLocated in Parki ng Lot C at 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona\, IA\n\n \n\nEarly Bird tickets g o on sale Wednesday\, August 5 at 10:00 a.m. CDT.\n\nEach Early Bird ticke t includes two exclusive gifts (a $11 value):\nOne customized Iowa-themed Panda Pin\nOne Panda headband\n*Early Bird tickets are limited\, so don't wait to secure yours.\n\nClick HERE for tickets! \n\n \n\nExperience Panda Fest in Iowa for the very first time and enjoy a weekend filled with incr edible food\, shopping\, live entertainment\, and cultural celebration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z LOCATION:Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Dr NW\, Altoona X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Navaratri DTSTART:20261017T220000Z DTEND:20261018T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T181009Z UID:14152-1792256400-1792263600@comparisonproject.wp.drake.edu CATEGORIES:community,festival DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 17\, we will celebrate the Hindu festiva l of Navaratri from 5:00–7:00 pm at the Hindu Cultural and Educational C enter (1960 E. Army Post Rd.) LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T181009Z LOCATION:Hindu Cultural and Educational Center\, 1960 E. Army Post Rd.\, D es Moines\, IA\, United States URL:https://comparisonproject.wp.drake.edu/event/navaratri/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comparison Project X-SOURCE-URL:https://comparisonproject.wp.drake.edu/religions-of-des-moine s/des-moines-zen-center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SKANKFEST New Orleans DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTSTAMP:20260730T001828Z UID:2671-1794528000-1794614399@davelandau.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Skankfest LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001828Z URL:https://davelandau.com/event/skankfest-new-orleans-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dave Landau X-SOURCE-URL:https://davelandau.com/event/des-moines-ia-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SKANKFEST New Orleans DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTSTAMP:20260730T001828Z UID:2673-1794614400-1794700799@davelandau.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:@ Skankfest LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001828Z URL:https://davelandau.com/event/skankfest-new-orleans-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dave Landau X-SOURCE-URL:https://davelandau.com/event/des-moines-ia-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SKANKFEST New Orleans DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTSTAMP:20260730T001828Z UID:2675-1794700800-1794787199@davelandau.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:@ Skankfest LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T001828Z URL:https://davelandau.com/event/skankfest-new-orleans-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Dave Landau X-SOURCE-URL:https://davelandau.com/event/des-moines-ia-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Outdoor Extravaganza DTSTART:20261121T130000Z DTEND:20261121T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z UID:e8ac54cbe87fabc82b852e38d18ddfc4 CATEGORIES:festival,food,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Za-Ga-Zig Shrine Outdoor Extravaganza is an exciting annua l fundraising event bringing together outdoor enthusiasts\, sportsmen\, an d supporters of the Shrine for an afternoon of fun and fellowship. The eve nt features an impressive selection of outdoor gear\, sporting equipment\, hunting experiences\, special prize packages\, games\, food\, and activit ies throughout the day. Proceeds help support the programs and efforts of Za-Ga-Zig Shrine. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z LOCATION:Za-Ga-Zig Shrine 1100 Shriners Parkway\, Altoona X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tinseltown in Water Works Park DTSTART:20261121T190000Z DTEND:20261122T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260809T060436Z UID:10000006-1795266000-1795302000@www.waterworkspark.org CATEGORIES:festival,holiday DESCRIPTION:Tinseltown in Water Works Park presented by Wright Outdoor Sol utions & 104.1 EZ-FM \nJoin Wright Outdoor Solutions and LITE104.1 EZ-FM f or a special evening featuring the Tinseltown tree lighting ceremony. Craf ts\, vendors\, photos with seasonal A-listers including St. Nicholas and h is reindeer\, entertainers\, holiday lights\, and more! \nFollowing the tr ee lighting ceremony take part in Tour de Lights presented by Scheels. LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T060436Z LOCATION:Water Works Park\, 2201 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\, 503 21\, United States URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/tinseltown-in-water-works-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR