World Food Festival is Perfect for a Sweet Tooth

When the World Food & Music Festival hits Downtown Des Moines (DSM) this month — it’s taking place Friday, Aug. 23 – Sunday, Aug. 25 in Western Gateway Park — you’ll find mouthwatering options for every diet! From classic Cookies and Cream Ice Cream from Baan Vaan Ice Cream to Churros from Churros Artesanales, we’ve got the perfect options for the whole family. And if the 10 vendors listed aren’t enough to convince you, find the complete list of dessert options the World Food & Music Festival website.

Ice Cream

Baan Vaan Ice Cream

United States
On Sunday, Aug. 25 at Booth 29 on Locust St., find a spoonful of handmade ice cream from this Spark DSM vendor ranging from mojito sorbet to root beer floats.
baanvaan.com

Home Sweet Cone

United States
New to the Festival this year, Home Sweet Cone will provide great ice cream with homemade waffle cones at Booth 58 on Locust St. to secure the sweets throughout the Festival.
homesweetcone.com

Whip Delight

United States
Find the perfect pineapple paradise at Whip Delight’s Booth at spot 18 on 13th St. and try their classic Dole soft serve and try their flavor of the day! This stand is perfect for those looking for a refreshing, lactose-free option.
whipdelight.com

Candy

Chinchilla Concessions

United States
Find sweet cotton candy at Booth 31 on Locust St. all weekend long.

Chocolaterie Stam

Netherlands
Enjoy caramel apples, chocolate snacks and so much more from the sweet treat spot at Booth 74 on 12th St.
stamchocolate.com

Cakes

Kimmy Cakes

United States
At Booth 65 12th St., try great homemade cupcakes from lemon raspberry to unicorn cake pops!
instagram.com/kimmycakesbakery

Yanni’s Grill & Vineyard

Greece
Looking for a refreshing treat? Try Yanni’s lemon cake at Booth 44 on Locust St. for a fruity and sweet delight!
yannisgrill.com

Donuts

Creme

American
Bite into a delicious mochi donut when you stop by Booth 23 on Locust St.
cremecupcake.com

Uncle Dave’s Mini Donuts

United States
Find bites of sweetness in the mini donuts from Uncle Dave’s at Booth 34 on Locust St.
uncledavesminidonutsdsm.com

Africa Food and Snack

Togo
Have you ever had an African donut? Check out this local shop and try this sweet treat for just $2 with their taste item at Booth 24 on Locust St.

You can learn more about these vendors and the rest of the lineup by visiting the World Food & Music Festival website to celebrate the Festival to the fullest. The Festival’s hours are 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday. There are still spots to sign up to volunteer. Volunteers will assist with set-up or cleanup, support artists and entertainers at the Cultural Stage or help sell Festival merchandise.

We can’t wait to see you at the Festival for good food, headlining acts and more!

Western Gateway in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is home to the World Food & Music Festival, where diverse cuisine, live music, cooking demonstrations and other performances offer a place to experience culture every September.

Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is a growing, vibrant community that offers the energy, sophistication, housing and attractions of a burgeoning city with a brilliant future. It’s also easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options.