Vintage in the Valley

100-200 Blocks of 5th St 100-200 Blocks of 5th St, West Des Moines, IA, United States

75 vintage and handmade vendors take over 5th Street for the second time this year. Upcycled DSM is happy to announce the next market in partnership with Valley Junction “Vintage in the Valley” on Sunday September 8th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Very excited that Upcycled DSM will host two events this year in […]

Farmers Market | Music in the Junction w/ Get Off My Lawn

5th Street & Railroad Park 401 Railroad Pl, West Des Moines, IA

Valley Junction Farmers Market 4:00pm-8:00pm 100-300 Blocks of 5th Street The Valley Junction Farmers Market is home to over 80 weekly vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, plants and flowers, arts and crafts, and prepared foods. Join your friends and neighbors in the 100 - 300 blocks of 5th Street from 4:00 – 8:00 pm […]

Henry Gregor Felsen Tribute Car Show

100-300 Block of 5th St 5th St. & Railroad Park, Des Moines, IA, United States

Join us for a nostalgic celebration at the Henry Gregor Felsen Tribute Car Show in the heart of Valley Junction. This annual event honors the legacy of Henry Gregor Felsen, the renowned author known for his captivating car culture novels. Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a fan of Felsen’s novels, or just looking for a fun […]

Farmers Market | Music in the Junction w/ Jana West & Retrospect

5th Street & Railroad Park 401 Railroad Pl, West Des Moines, IA

Valley Junction Farmers Market 4:00pm-8:00pm 100-300 Blocks of 5th Street The Valley Junction Farmers Market is home to over 80 weekly vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, plants and flowers, arts and crafts, and prepared foods. Join your friends and neighbors in the 100 - 300 bl ocks of 5th Street from 4:00 – 8:00 […]

Farmers Market | Music in the Junction w/ The Punching Pandas

Valley Junction Farmers Market 4:00pm-8:00pm 100-300 Blocks of 5th Street The Valley Junction Farmers Market is home to over 80 weekly vendors selling fresh produce, baked goods, plants and flowers, arts and crafts, and prepared foods. Join your friends and neighbors in the 100 - 300 blocks of 5th Street from 4:00 – 8:00 pm […]

Running of the Reindeer

100-300 Block of 5th St 5th St. & Railroad Park, Des Moines, IA, United States

Dress up in your best holiday costume and kick off Small Business Saturday with a 3-block fun run in Historic Valley Junction! Run, walk, crawl, we don't care! Only one prize is given for speed, the other two are given for creativity. Bring the whole family! There is no entry fee for this race and […]

Fire and Ice Winter Pub Crawl

Historic Valley Junction Foundation Office 137 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States

AN INTERACTIVE WINTER PUB CRAWL IN HISTORIC VALLEY JUNCTION CITYVIEW brings its now legendary Valley Junction area pub crawl back again!   Fire and Ice is a hockey-themed liquor sampling event that will be sure to warm up your winter blues! With your event ticket, you will receive 10 individual drink tickets to sample some […]

DIY in the Junction

Valley Junction Main Street District Valley Junction Main Street District, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Crafts | Make-and-Takes | Samplers See what you can create and learn in Valley Junction. Classes run all day long! HOW DOES THIS WORK? IT’S EASY! Pick a class or two or three from the list Contact the store direct to register for the class (if required) Show up for your class on February 22 […]

Gallery Night

Valley Junction’s galleries come together to showcase new artwork by regional, national, and international artists during our bi-annual Gallery Night. This event is free and open to the public. Gallery Night has grown into a popular community event. It is one of the largest merchant events in Historic Valley Junction and a terrific opportunity to […]

Spring Sale-A-Bration

Valley Junction Main Street District Valley Junction Main Street District, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Great items at great prices will be found at our Sale-A-Bration! Many merchants will have discounted and clearance items on sale inside and outside their stores. SEE THE DEALS! Shop at the many participating merchants, eat at one of our top-notch restaurants, and make something at one of our many DIY studios. Make it a […]

Cinco de Mayo Festival

100-200 Blocks of 5th St 100-200 Blocks of 5th St, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Historic Valley Junction Foundation presents our 19th Annual Festival Cinco de Mayo on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from Noon to 10:00 pm. Visitors are invited to enjoy Mexican foods, artwork, live music, dancing, and family activities. Celebrating the Mexican heritage of many railroad workers during the establishment years of Valley Junction, this festival is an […]

Yoga in the Park

Railroad Park Stage 425 Railroad Ave, West Des Moines, IA, IA, United States

Presented by Lindsay Bordwell of Yoga in the Park offers a unique blend of tranquility and community, set against the backdrop of Historic Valley Junction. Led by local yoga instructor, Lindsay Bordwell, each session is designed to harmonize your energy and enhance your practice, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned yogi. Share this journey […]

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