Mark your calendar for dsm’s new “Festival of Festivals,” this year’s dsm Discover Diverse Des Moines event — a fun sampler of festivals that enliven Central Iowa throughout the year. Attendees will have the opportunity to walk around the beautiful blooms at the Des Moines Botanical Garden while exploring interactive stations hosted by representatives from an array of local festivals. Each station is designed to introduce you to Des Moines’ rich, diverse communities and cultures.
2024 Participating Festivals
80/35 Music Festival
Art Week Des Moines
Cajun Fest
Capital City PrideFest
Christkindlmarket Des Moines
Greek Food Fair
I’ll Make a World in Iowa
Iowa Juneteenth
Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival
Oktoberfest
Palooza Italia
Sista Soul Fest
Together Through Sound
World Food & Music Festival
Presenting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Corporate Sponsors
Big Brothers Big Sisters
EMC
Polk County Human Services