Downtown Neighborhood Association

10/14/2026

The DNA collected the required signatures from registered Polk County residents to establish a pop-up satellite early voting location at the Des Moines Public Library’s Central Library. Take advantage of this convenient, walkable opportunity for downtown residents October 21-24!

10/06/2026

A few free tickets are still available! Wednesday, October 7, join fellow DNA members for B**r + Ballet -- our quarterly Social + Learn at Ballet Des Moines at 6:00 pm! We'll be treated to ballet excerpts from their upcoming production of Ghost Stories. We’ll also be hearing from Des Moines Performing Arts, Bravo, and The Des Moines Symphony. Here's the link to attend! https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/lkg7AturbRSfiOvdkEIvnw

10/03/2026

09/30/2026

The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies ☀️ and comfortable fall temperatures on Saturday -- perfect for enjoying the Downtown End of Summer Block Party, hosted by the DNA!

📍 The Hub Spot, 215 Water Street
📅 Saturday, October 3 | 3–7 p.m.

Bring your friends and family for:
🍺 Free Exile b**r and seltzers while supplies last
🏈 Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Ohio State on the big screen (we'll have the jumbotron set up by 2:30 ahead of the 3pm event start time!)
🎶 Music by DJ Lightning J
🏆 Co****le, giant Jenga, ladder golf and giant Connect 4
🛍️ Vendor tents featuring local finds
👋 Time to visit with neighbors and meet new friends

Come hungry! Other food and drink options include Rollin Lao, J&J Tacos, Herbal Hydration Bar, Leety Delights, Tacos del Robert and Big Red Food Truck.

DNA member perk: Get a free raffle entry and a $10 voucher for food or retail items!

A big thank-you to our sponsors: Polk County, First Service Residential, Full Court Press, Tupelo Honey, Orchestrate and Exile.

See you downtown this Saturday! 🍂

09/25/2026

If you are a member, don't miss out on this exclusive event covered by the DNA! ($25 dollar value)

09/23/2026

09/15/2026

A great neighborhood event takes great community partners! We’re grateful to the sponsors whose generous support is helping make the DNA Downtown End of Summer Block Party possible.

Join us Saturday, October 3, from 3–7 p.m. at The Hub Spot for food, drinks, music and plenty of fun along the river. Please help us thank the businesses and organizations shown here for supporting DNA and our downtown community!

📅 October 3 | 3–7 p.m.
📍 The Hub Spot

09/12/2026

Paying $15 to $20 for a DNA membership literally pays for itself in a single weekend.

Your digital membership card instantly unlocks these exclusive downtown perks:

🍽️ DINING & DRINK DISCOUNTS
• Full Court Press: 15% off at Royal Mile, Hessen Haus, High Life Lounge, El Bait Shop, The Empire & Buzzard Billy’s.
• Tupelo Honey: $10 off orders of $30+.
(Just show your digital card to your server!)

💻 CO-WORKING & WORKSPACE
• Elevator Spaces: $10 day passes and 50% off all co-working plans at elevatorspaces.com.

🎟️ EVENTS & BLOCK PARTY PERKS
• B**r & Ballet (Oct 7): Free member-exclusive event with a live performance, insights from local arts leaders, and a free drink ($25 value!).
• DNA Block Party: Free raffle entry + food, drink, and retail vendor vouchers.

Plus, you get to meet your neighbors, stay in the loop on downtown updates, and advocate for the issues you care about.

Grab your card today: https://desmoinesdna.com/membership/