Downtown Des Moines: Check it Out!

Now is an exciting time for Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Features like the skywalk system, pedestrian bridges and trails, and a variety of shops and restaurants within walking distance have made Downtown DSM an attractive destination for young professionals. The popularity of downtown continues to attract investors and developers with ideas for new downtown destinations, and new places to go are springing up every season.

The convenience and relative affordability of Downtown DSM distinguish it from the downtowns of other major cities. Since several major employers are located downtown, many young professionals living in the area can walk to work and enjoy downtown’s many restaurants and venues.

Summer in Downtown Des Moines (DSM)

In the summertime, downtown hosts a variety of outdoor festivals such as the music festival 80/35, the Des Moines Arts Festival, and the World Food & Music Festival. There’s also the weekly Farmer’s Market every Saturday morning in the summer that is famous for its scale and wide selection of fresh produce and goods.

Downtown DSM Resources

To give you a place to start exploring Downtown DSM, the YPC Impact Downtown Committee has a selection of informative resources here . These resources cover such topics as parking, trails, the skywalk system, the Historic East Village and housing. Of course, this is just a start. Ask anyone who frequents Downtown DSM, and they’ll be happy to tell you their favorite spots!