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3 FREE Fun Things to Do With Kids in West Des Moines This Weekend

By Nicole L. July 25, 2019

Are you looking for fun things to do in and around West Des Moines this weekend? You’ve come to the right place because Macaroni Kid West Des Moines is here to help you find your family fun!


Here are 3 fun things to do with your kids in WDM this coming weekend:


Event title: ZOO TO YOU

Location: Ashworth Church, 5300 Ashworth Rd, WDM 50266

Cost: FREE

When: Friday, July 26th 7:00-9:00pm

"Hug a goat and feed a llama! All are welcome to come and make memories with your kids and grandkids at this free petting zoo!  Free drinks and freeze pops will be provided for you as well as free cups of food to give the animals.  So come and join us on the big green space of our church lawn."



Event title: TASTE OF HOPE

Location: Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

Cost: FREE

When: Saturday, July 27th 1:00-9:00pm. Please visit their website or call (515) 222-1520 for more details on times/events.

"Join us for Hope’s annual summer festival, Taste of Hope! Participate in the golf tournament (July 26), 5K walk/run, Youth Fun Run or talent show, or come for the food, games, art workshop, fireworks and more! All this, along with two opportunities for worship! Bring the whole family, and your friends, too!"



Event title: Kids Day: Harry Potter

Location: HyVee, 7101 University Ave, Windsor Heights, Iowa 50324

Cost: FREE

When: Saturday, July 27th 10:00am- 1:00pm. 

"In honor of Harry Potter’s Birthday, your Windsor Heights Hy-Vee is transforming into Hogwart’s to help celebrate. Bring your entire family out for fun & games, crafts, Butterbeer and more!  FREE Wands to the First 150 Kids!"



Find all the details about these events and many more in Macaroni Kid West Des Moines events calendar. We keep it updated with all of WDM/North’s family-friendly events so that you can spend less time looking for something to do and more quality time with your kids.


XO, Nicole