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Friends!

6th Annual DSM SW 9th Open Street

Poster for 2025 DSM SW 9th Open Street Event

Presented by Friends of SW 9th

Between Watrous & Park Ave. on SW 9th Street, Des Moines


Free Admission – Everyone Welcome!

Join us for an unforgettable day of fun, music, and community spirit at the 6th Annual DSM 9th Street Open Festival! This family-friendly event transforms SW 9th Street into a lively festival full of free activities and entertainment for all ages.

 Event Highlights Include:

  • Live music from Haywire Band

  • Little Princess Parties and Superheroes

  • Magic acts, free games, and prizes

  • Climbing wall, big slide, and bounce house

  • Temporary tattoos, chalk art, and animals

  • Delicious eats from local food vendors

  • Vendors, a physical challenge, and so much more!

Register at the event for your chance to win 8 free gifts and prizes!

Come celebrate community, creativity, and connection. We can't wait to see you there!

Celebrate community, creativity & connection!

MacRae Park

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Sculpture Park

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Friends of SW 9th is a registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. 

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