Explore Polk County
Allsup's Pumpkinville and Corn Maze
Pumpkinville is one of the best Fall outings you will find in Central Iowa. We have lots of groups and individuals come visit our fifth generation family farm. Both the young and old find something to have fun doing. Create your own traditions and family memories that last a lifetime.
Mitchellville, IA MazesAnkeny Area Historical Society Museum
Two museums house artifacts from the Ankeny area, including military items, several period rooms, a school room with historical items from Ankeny schools, and a nurses' station from the former Des Moines Ordnance Plant, now John Deere Des Moines Works.
Ankeny, IA MuseumsIowa Cubs Baseball
Follow the AAA minor league baseball team, and enjoy fireworks and concerts during the baseball season.
Des Moines, IA Minor League BaseballFort Des Moines Memorial Park and Education Center
America's largest memorial to black and female soldiers. A 4.6-acre memorial park includes 20,000 sq. ft. museum and historic chapel.
Des Moines, IA MemorialsPrairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Come and enjoy 1,500 slot machines, table games (including blackjack and poker), live and simulcast horse racing. Restaurant (breakfast, lunch and dinner), concessions and cocktail lounges.
Altoona, IA CasinosHoyt Sherman Place
Built in 1877 by prominent pioneer businessman Hoyt Sherman, this mansion was Des Moines' first public art gallery and houses a distinctive collection of 19th and 20th century artwork. The 1,250
Des Moines, IA Famous HomesDes Moines Playhouse
The Playhouse presents 12-14 musicals, comedies, dramas and family shows each year.
Des Moines, IA TheatresIowa Gold Star Military Museum
Learn about Iowa military history from 1846 to the present. See uniforms, flags, trench art, small arms, artillery, UH-1 "Huey" helicopter, AH-63 "Cobra," and Soviet artillery and tanks. Also features the Iowa State Patrol.
Johnston, IA MuseumsHeritage Carousel of Des Moines
Thirty animals and two wheelchair-accessible chariots turn to the music of a Stinson band organ on this colorful wooden carousel. Located in a city park near the Des Moines River, the carousel features handpainted scenes of Des Moines landmarks.
Des Moines, IA CarouselsIowa State Fairgrounds
The Iowa State Fair, held each August, is Iowa's largest tourism event and the cornerstone event of more than 160 activities held year-round on these 400
Des Moines, IA Fairgrounds