Catch Des Moines

The 2026 Visitors Guide is officially in season, packed with iconic adventures, hidden gems, and handpicked moments across the region. From market mornings to music under the stars, it’s your go-to guide for exploring. Flip through the digital issue: catchdesmoines.com/plan/visitors-…

Memorial Day Weekend is the official kick-off to summer in Greater Des Moines and it's looking to be jam-packed! 😎☀️ Explore CelebrAsian, head to Adventureland Park, catch the Iowa Cubs, and so much more. Looking for more ideas? Plan your weekend here: catchdesmoines.com/events/

This Saturday’s Downtown Farmers’ Market Bell Ringer is @catchdesmoines! 🔔🌽 Be sure to stop by and help us welcome them as they ring the opening bell at The Market this weekend! Be there 7 a.m. sharp 😎

Thank you to @catchdesmoines for your sponsorship of World Pork Expo. Partnerships like this help make meaningful connections across the industry possible. #WPX26 #WorldPorkExpo

In May's edition of #DesBuzz, we welcome back Farmers’ Market season, explore the farm at Middlebrook, kick off a summer full of festivals with CelebrAsian, and so much more! 🌸🌾 Read it here: catchdesmoines.com/blog/stories/p…

@bikeiowa @usatriathlon Thanks for sharing, we can't wait!

@usatriathlon Nationals are coming to DSM in Aug 2027 + 2028 3 days of Racing. Thousands of athletes. National spotlight. Grays Lake - countryside - Water Works Park finish. This is HUGE for Iowa’s cycling + endurance scene Good job @catchdesmoines ! bikeiowa.com/News/11293

Greater Des Moines is getting ready to go the distance. The @usatriathlon Nationals are coming to the region in 2027 and 2028. Competition will take place August 6-8, 2027 and August 4-6, 2028. Read more in the release below! catchdesmoines.com/articles/post/…

“It takes work to create tourism.” — Trina Flack Our CEO is in @BusinessRecord talking about the real impact of visitors and why attracting the next one never stops. businessrecord.com/iowa-tourism-g…

World Shot Put Series 2026 || Cinematic Cut @RCrouserThrows | @DodgeSwayzee | @catchdesmoines

We’re pole vaulting in the mall, again. @JordanCreekTC | @catchdesmoines | @BeisserLumber

A big breaking news announcement on Today in Iowa. Thanks to @catchdesmoines Trina Flack and @usacurl for bringing the nation’s best curlers to Iowa in 2027. who13.com/news/curling-n…

Big news for Greater Des Moines! The 2027 USA Curling Men’s & Women’s National Championships are sliding into the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex in West Des Moines, January 24-30. Read more in the full release below! #CATCHdsm catchdesmoines.com/articles/post/…

We're thrilled to partner with @DrakeRelays as Vault at Jordan Creek returns! #CATCHdsm Learn more about the free event below:

Congrats to #DSMHometownTeam’s own @DrakeADHardin on being named a 2026 NACDA Athletics Director of the Year! 👏 Proud Catch Des Moines board member who’s helped with major events like AAU Junior Olympics, Drake Relays, and March Madness in our region. desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/c…

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂 🏀💪🏆 Special thanks to the high school coaches who helped run our clinic! Stephanie Dacey, Williamsburg Elle Ruffridge, Spirit Lake Scott DeJong, former Ankeny Centennial Katie Keitges, Knoxville HS & U of Omaha grad Zach Clark (Central Decatur AD) & Brad Rose (former Valley AD) 2026 Basketball Future Champions Clinic presented by @hyvee & @catchdesmoines #IGHSAU #IowaGirl #StateBasketball

IGHSAU State Basketball Tournament is taking center court this week in Greater Des Moines! #CATCHdsm Hear from our Director of Sports, Bailee Arnburg, as she chatted with KCCI about the impact of this tournament on our city. Watch it below: kcci.com/article/iowa-g…

In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting the diverse black-owned businesses in Des Moines. Remember, just because we’re highlighting these in February doesn’t mean you shouldn’t support our great small business scene year round! Find the list: catchdesmoines.com/blog/stories/p…

When the temperature drops, Greater Des Moines turns up the charm. From ice rinks with skyline views to ski hills with small-town hospitality, this is where cozy meets cool. Layer up and let’s make winter your favorite season. Plan your winter weekend: catchdesmoines.com/things-to-do/i…

Cheers to the (spirit-free) weekend! Whether you're embracing Dry January or are just looking for a refreshing drink, we've gathered up some of the best places to grab a mocktail, as voted by locals. 🍹✨ Read it here: catchdesmoines.com/blog/stories/p…

Our very own Trina Flack was honored as a Cultural Leader Newcomer, selected by @BusinessRecord leadership. Learn more about the award below and what Trina believes is on the horizon for Greater Des Moines! #CATCHdsm businessrecord.com/bpc-2025-news-…