DES MOINES, Iowa — Whether you’re headed to the ballpark, the fairgrounds or out into nature, there’s plenty to do in the Des Moines metro.
Local 5 rounded up five events taking place in central Iowa to help you make the most of your weekend.
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- When: Friday, Aug. 15 and Saturday, Aug. 16, 8-12 a.m. | Sunday, Aug. 17, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Where: Iowa State Fairgrounds (3000 East Grand Ave., Des Moines)
- Price: $16 for adults, $10 for kids
A fair so nice, we had to put it in our Weekend Guides twice! Head to the fairgrounds for the second weekend of the Iowa State Fair. Make sure to get your fill of your favorite fair foods before they’re gone until 2026.
- When: Friday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. | Saturday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m. | Sunday, Aug. 17, 1 p.m.
- Where: Principal Park (1 Line Dr., Des Moines)
- Price: Tickets start at $10
We have just over a month left in the Iowa Cubs season, so let’s make it count. Head to the ballpark this weekend to see the I-Cubs take on the Worcester Red Sox…