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Iowa State Fair season officially kicked off today with the 2026 New Fair Food Competition! 🎡🍴 #CATCHdsm We sampled 11 of this year's new fair foods and are already counting down the days until we can try the rest. 😍 Take a sneak peek, then tell us which new item you're most excited to try!

In honor of National Mac & Cheese Day, we're looking back on favorite cheesy dishes voted by locals from across Greater Des Moines. These picks are serving up all the creamy, cheesy comfort you could ask for. 🧀 Dig in to the full list below! #CATCHdsm https://lnkd.in/gsrqPbr9

Our July travel kicks off this week and our sales team is excited to be out and about throughout this month! #CATCHdsm Connect with our team members below if you're at any of the events 😄 ACCESSE: Whitney Breitbach D26: Amber Smith EMC Engaged: Amber Smith

The sounds of summer: a bat cracking, kids cheering, and "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" echoing through the stadium. ⚾❤️ If you're looking for the perfect summer night, the Iowa Cubs are home through July 12. From ballpark classics and family fun to postgame fireworks, there's still plenty of summer left to enjoy at Principal Park. Grab your crew and make some memories: https://lnkd.in/gdBGHwzU

Is there any better place to celebrate America than smack dab in the middle of the heartland? We think not. Whether it’s live music, hitting up the pool, or watching fireworks, Greater Des Moines has a little slice of Americana for everyone. Check out a few ideas below that will ensure your Fourth of July holiday pops off! 🎆🇺🇸 https://lnkd.in/dJ7mBrXU

Pack your bags for a three-day summer adventure in Des Moines, where only the S’s are silent. Whether it’s the heart pounding thrills at Adventureland Park, the fresh flavors at the Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, or the all-ages adventures at the Iowa State Fair, where everything tastes better on a stick, your sun-soaked itinerary is ready – just add fun! 😎☀️ Plan your summer weekend here: https://lnkd.in/e4REf6J2

"Fly in, not over". Check out the travel writeup on Des Moines from the NY Post, featuring Historic Valley Junction, Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and a bunch of our other favorites. Just wait until the new DSM International Airport opens in a few months, making it even easier to fly in! https://lnkd.in/giUXEb8w

We were proud to welcome our peers from Catch Des Moines and their civic partners this week for some especially invigorating conversations about activating our waterways, entertainment districts, arts funding and more! Huge thanks to Mayor Cavalier Johnson and our friends at MMAC, Wisconsin Center District and beyond for helping us connect with this group of economic development pros.

Dad deserves a day out too, which is why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide on the special events taking place around the Greater Des Moines metro area that honors and celebrates dads of all kinds. Whether he’s an avid golfer, a foodie, a live music fan, or something else entirely, our city is no stranger to celebrating everyone. ❤️ Plan your Father's Day weekend below: https://lnkd.in/ePDSdbDM

June ushers in a whole summer of celebrations. On June 19, we celebrate the federal holiday Juneteenth, which commemorates emancipation of enslaved African Americans. There are a variety of Juneteenth celebrations happening around Greater Des Moines all month long, and we’ve compiled your go-to guide! #CATCHdsm Learn more below: https://lnkd.in/erziwFA5