Celebrate Nature: An Earth Day Adventure is a free, family-friendly event taking place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Water Works Park in Des Moines, Iowa. The event engages the community in environmental education and outdoor fun at the beautiful Water Works Park in Des Moines, Iowa.
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature while learning about environmental stewardship and enjoying exciting outdoor activities. Don’t miss out on this chance to engage with your community and create lasting memories—let’s celebrate the Earth together!
🌿 Event Highlights
- Interactive Activities: Attendees can participate in nature hikes, bird and plant identification, kite flying, and rain barrel workshops. These activities aim to educate and inspire environmental stewardship.
- Live Entertainment & Food: Enjoy live music performances and a variety of food trucks. The Des Moines Biergarten will also be open, offering a selection of beverages.
- Educational Booths: Local non-profits will host booths with engaging activities, providing information on wildlife, conservation, and sustainable practices.
- Hourly Raffles: Unique glass eggs crafted by JJ Gaffers will be raffled off every hour during the event. Attendees must be present to win.
- Explore the Park: Enjoy the outdoors by taking a self-guided tour of The Wild.
📍 Location
Water Works Park
2251 George Flagg Parkway
Des Moines, IA 50321
The event will center around the Lauridsen Amphitheater, with activities throughout the park.