2nd Des Moines Whiskey Festival set for Nov. 22-23

The festival will take place Nov. 22-23.

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‘Mean Girls’ is coming to you live on Broadway

Pop culture classic "Mean Girls" will debut live at the Des Moines Civic Center

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Des Moines restaurants draw national attention

A recent article in the Washington Post calls out Des Moines as a top destination for restaurants, attractions, nightlife and shopping.

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Photos: You are really beautiful, Iowa City

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No chicken sandwiches at Des Moines Popeyes restaurants

The chicken sandwich that has taken America by storm will not be available in the Des Moines area for several months.

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La Cuscatleca Pupuseria, Café Fuzion moving to new locations

Two Des Moines restaurants are on the move.

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With fresh look and perspective, Proof Restaurant to reopen

Proof Restaurant in Des Moines, closed for renovations, is reopening under new leadership on August 31 with a fresh look and new menu.

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The supremacy of Iowa’s scotcheroo

Rejoice! Scotcheroo season is just around the corner.

New restaurant opening in former Baru 66 space in Windsor Heights

The new eatery in Windsor Heights will feature contemporary American cuisine and will seat 50 customers with a bar in the former space of Baru 66.

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Where to watch college football in the metro

There are plenty of places in the Des Moines metro where you can watch college football with an ice-cold beverage and some great grub.

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Photos: 515 Alive music festival at Waterworks Park

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Iowa State Fair: County music star Luke Bryan at the Grandstand

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These are the moments that make politics at the fair so special

The Register brings presidential candidates to the Iowa State Fair so they can connect with Iowa voters directly. Here are some of the best moments you didn't see on stage.

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Jason Momoa has spent his summer protesting in Hawaii

Though raised in Iowa, Momoa was born in Hawaii and has dedicated himself in the last few weeks to promoting the cause of Hawaiian protesters.

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Chef Sean Wilson of Proof takes on new role

Sean Wilson, former chef-owner of Proof Restaurant in Des Moines, lands new mentorship role for homeless and at-risk youth at Justice League of Food.

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Train crashes, an elephant and other crazy stunts the State Fair once pulled

Back in the 1930s, deep in the Depression Era and way before safety regulations, the Iowa State Fair staged attractions today's audiences wouldn't believe.

Iowa sports betting FAQ: Here’s what games you can wager on right now

Sports wagering has come to Iowa, with the first bets accepted Aug 15. Here's what to know if you're interested.

East Village fro-yo and fast-casual cafe opens

A fast-casual cafe with grab-and-go options and a full line of frozen treats opens in East Village Des Moines.

In 1929, Iowa children bought an elephant for the Iowa State Fair. Here’s the story.

From a crowded Grandstand to total obscurity, this is the story of what happened to Baby Mine, the Iowa State Fair's elephant in the 1930s.

The best new food at the Iowa State Fair is…

Out of 57 new foods at the Iowa State Fair, this one just took the top spot.

50 cent corn dogs available at Sonic Drive-In for one day only

Can't make it to the Iowa State Fair or trying to find a slightly cheaper corn dog? Sonic Drive-In has the deal for you.

Enjoy a lunch prepared by culinary students

Bistro at the Iowa Culinary Institute at DMACC in Ankeny will start its three-course lunches during its fall and spring semesters. Bon appetit!

World Food & Music Fest headliner announced

The 15th annual World Food & Music Festival takes place Sept. 20-22 in Western Gateway Park.

Photos: Fans flock to Slipknot show at Iowa State Fair

‘Longest beard’ winner takes home 11th blue ribbon at State Fair

The Iowa State Fair's beard contests saw dozens of competitors and a couple hundred spectators filling up Pioneer Hall.

Smash Park remodels its loft space, looks to expand

The West Des Moines entertainment venue Smash Park is looking to provide adults more privacy in its 21-and-older space.

Celebrate summer’s end at Cityview’s Wine & Whiskey Walk

Wine & Whiskey Walk will take place at West Glen Town Center in West Des Moines on Sept. 20. Tickets are on sale now.

Toby Keith brings patriotic party to Iowa State Fair

The veteran country music star brings his long catalog of songs enshrining good times and the American way to the Iowa State Fair Grandstand.

Beaverdale pizzeria closing at the end of August

A pizzeria located in the Beaverdale Place shopping center in Des Moines is closing its doors at the end of August.

Where are the Fair Squares?

For almost a decade, the Blue Ribbon Foundation has sold crispy rice treats at the fair. Where are they this year?

Metro sushi chain opens Ankeny location

A popular Des Moines sushi chain recently opened a new location in Ankeny's Prairie Trail District, serving its iconic 'Marilynn Monroll.'

Iowans with special needs show pigs for first time at Iowa State Fair

Earlham senior Kylee Brown noticed that there weren't any people with special needs showing livestock, so she set about making a change. This year, Bacon Buddies was born.

Andrew Zimmern loves this state fair sandwich

Chef Andrew Zimmern of "Bizarre Foods" on the Travel Channel makes an appearance at the Iowa State Fair and heads straight for this iconic sandwich.

Orlondo’s closing leaves void in cycling community

The south-side restaurant was a pioneer when it came to catering to Iowa's Spandex-clad riders.

Photos: ‘American Idol’ winner Maddie Poppe’s concert at the 2019 Iowa State Fair

Slipknot sells out first-ever Iowa State Fair show

Slipknot brought down the house with a sold-out crowd of over 17,000 people at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand.

Slipknot sets two State Fair records

With 17,032 tickets scanned, Slipknot, the homegrown metal act, set two records during their sold-out State Fair debut last night.

Slipknot thrills fans at 2019 Iowa State Fair Grandstand show

Your guide to food, concerts, all our photos and more at the Iowa State Fair

The Des Moines Register has rounded up all of our coverage to help you save money, try the new fair foods and make the most of your Iowa State Fair experience.

How Des Moines landed an Ironman triathlon

The answer lies with a risk-taking organization and a small club and triathlon community that never gave up hope.