Enjoy the sweeping sounds of the Des Moines Symphony, the prestigious resident company of the acoustically acclaimed 2,266-seat Civic Center of Des Moines. Enjoy the orchestrated sounds of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, a classical musical testament to the human spirit as well as other symphonic greats.
The show must go on at the Des Moines Playhouse, where you can see award-wining modern works, hilarious comedy, and outlandish musicals! You'll sing, laugh and enjoy great live theater that delights in offering plays made famous the world over on many a Broadway stage. You'll also find exceptional Children's Theatre productions.
Big outdoor adventure happens at Walnut Woods State Park, located in Des Moines. The 260-acre scenic park invites visitors to ride a bike on the bicycle path, hike wooded trails, catch a fish, become an avid bird watcher, enjoy the woodsy picnic areas, and camp all week or weekend long.