# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Storytime! Des Moines 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Storytime! Des Moines is a FREE community event for kids ages 4-12 featuring all-day activities by a variety of children's book authors and illustrators, fun events, inflatables to jump on, and candy.

🎒The first 200 kids will receive a Free Book Bag.

🌟SPECIAL GUESTS:
‍Astronaut Susan Kilrain, a former Navy fighter pilot who piloted two space shuttle missions, will give two short presentations, discuss her children's book, An Unlikely Astronaut, and sign copies of the book as desired. CLICK HERE for a Video Trailer for Astronaut Kilrain.

Dr. Kate MacDonald, a scientist and research fellow at Stanford University, will give a short STEM-based presentation and discuss her new book, Izzy Steam: Molecules & Mystery Bones.

EVENT SCHEDULE:
⏰ 9:00am - Doors Open

⏰ 9:00am - Activities Throughout the Morning
Interact with Authors / Build-A-Book Sessions*

‍⏰ 10:30am - Astronaut Susan Kilrain Presentation

⏰ Noon - Activities Throughout the Afternoon
Interact with Authors / Build-A-Book Sessions*

⏰ Noon - Dr. Kate MacDonald Presentation
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⏰ 1:30pm - Astronaut Susan Kilrain Presentation
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⏰ 3:00pm - Doors Close
*The Build a Book Sessions are writing and drawing workshops where kids will create their own books.


Storytime! Des Moines is more than an event — it’s an opportunity for families to connect, explore new books, meet authors, and celebrate the power of storytelling together.

Whether your child loves adventure, science, imagination, or creativity, there will be something for everyone.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Bring your friends, classmates, and neighbors — and spend the day celebrating stories that spark imagination.


Presented by West Bank
Sponsored by Hy-Vee, DMACC, Jersey Mike’s, Launch39 Books, and the Rewind Hotel

We look forward to seeing you there!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/storytime-des-moines-2026/200029840460248
- **Event Categories**: art, kids, literary-art, workshops, fine-arts, trips-adventures, entertainment, drawing-painting, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 701

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: West Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: DMACC West Campus
- **lat**: 41.542336674779
- **long**: -93.789932448856
- **full address**: DMACC West Campus, 5959 Grand Ave,West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Storytime! Des Moines 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Storytime! Des Moines 2026 takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm at DMACC West Campus, 5959 Grand Ave,West Des Moines, Iowa, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Storytime! Des Moines 2026?
  - **A:** Storytime! Des Moines 2026 is organized by BookPress Publishing.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Storytime! Des Moines 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 700+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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