Des Moines Waterfront Holiday Bazaar
Visitors can browse a variety of vendor booths set up at Des Moines Beach Park. Younger attendees can take part in a scavenger hunt searching through booths for a hidden bobblehead. Successful searchers can stop by the Info Booth to claim a prize.
What to Expect
Holiday market at Des Moines Beach Park with a kids' scavenger hunt.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Tips & Advice
- Keep Yoshiko’s hiding place secret after your child finds it so other children can enjoy searching the vendor booths.
- After spotting the bobblehead, have children tell the Info Booth where they found it to claim the advertised treat or prize.
- Bring young visitors ready to look through vendor booths, since the bobblehead is hidden inside one of them.
- Dress for outdoor conditions and wear comfortable shoes for browsing the market at Des Moines Beach Park.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: the Spot Yoshiko bobblehead hunt for kids runs at the Holiday Market, with a healthy treat or prize at the Info Booth for finders.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything for kids to do?
Yes. Kids can play Spot Yoshiko, a hunt for a 'Yoshiko' bobblehead hidden inside one of the vendor booths.
What do kids get for finding the bobblehead?
They tell the Info Booth where they spotted it and get a healthy treat or prize.
Can my kids tell their friends where the bobblehead is?
Please keep it a secret so other kids can join in the search too.
Who puts on the Holiday Bazaar?
The Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market, a nonprofit founded in 2006. It is funded by sponsors, grants and vendor fees.
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