🖼️ First Friday at Mainframe Studios | Explore open studios, animal-themed art, live music, interactive activities and even adoptable kittens. | 5–8pm | Free!
🛍️ DSM Flea store opening | Celebrate the new shop featuring vintage clothing, vinyl, and local makers in the former Marv's Records space. | 5–9pm | 506 E 6th St., #200 | Free!
🌱 Spring Plant Sale at Iowa Food Co-op | Shop veggie, herb, and flower plants from local growers and find unique varieties. | 2–6pm today and 10am-2pm tomorrow | Free!
🎬 Outdoor Movie: "The Princess Diaries" | Watch this classic with popcorn, pizza, and drinks. | 7:45pm | Colby Park | Free!
Saturday
🚴 Mayor's Annual Bike Ride | Join Mayor Connie Boesen for a community ride through Des Moines with routes for all ages. | 10am | Municipal Service Center | Registration varies
📚 DSM Book Festival | Meet authors, attend panels and workshops, and browse a large vendor fair at this all-day literary event. | 11am–7pm | Franklin Event Center | Free!
🌿 Farewell WCC Plant Sale | Shop student-grown plants and handmade goods while supporting future programming after Walnut Creek Campus closes. | 9am–noon | Free!
Sunday
🎤 Showtunes Sunday | Sing along to musical favorites during this lively afternoon benefiting the Des Moines Gay Men's Chorus. | 2–6pm | The Blazing Saddle
