Events in Des Moines Sept. 26-28

From imaginative tree play in Waukee to steins and schnitzel at Ankeny’s 21st Oktoberfest, Greater Des Moines is packed with ways to savor the season this weekend.Start with Friday fun for kids, then choose your Saturday: join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, catch student buskers at the Ankeny Farmers Market, bite into Applefest at Living History Farms, celebrate culture at Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival downtown or step back in time at Indianola’s Log Cabin Festival. Then, cap the night with Eric Church or try curling in West Des Moines. On Sunday, bring your pup to ARL’s pumpkin hunt, explore Creekology in Berwick and browse Potteryfest. Plus, Iowa’s largest arts and crafts show is happening all weekend.Friday, Sept. 26Tree dwellers with Brenton Arboretum and Playgrounds Cafe, 293 SE Westown Parkway, Waukee10 a.m. to 11 a.m. FridayCost: FreeKids role-play animal behaviors and practice their fine motor skills, learning about tree/animal interactions.Oktoberfest, The District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny3 p.m. to midnight Friday; noon to midnight SaturdayCost: $25 in advance, $30 day of. Includes two-day admission. Buy tickets online.Celebrate Oktoberfest traditions in true German style at the 21st Annual Oktoberfest at its new location in The District at Prairie Trail, Ankeny. Full schedule hereSaturday, Sept. 27Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Principal Park8 a.m. SaturdayCost: FreeThe Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, this inspiring event calls on people of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for all.Farmers Market Jam at Ankeny Farmers Market, 715 W. First St., Ankeny8 a.m. to noon SaturdayCost: FreeHear students of all ages busk at the Ankeny Farmers Market as you browse the market and close out your summer.Applefest at Living History Farms, 11121 Hickman Road, Urbandale9 a.m. to 4 p.m. SaturdayCost: All activities are included with general admission. $20 adults, $15 children. Order tickets online.Visit Living History Farms’ historic sites to see how past cooks would prepare and serve apple treats, such as apple butter, cake or pie, and cider. Print an apple recipe in the Print Shop, and purchase apple goodies and tasty treats from local food vendors.Featuring an antique tractor display and parade by the Central Iowa Tractor Club, as well as historic baseball on the front lawn.Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival, Western Gateway Park, Des Moines10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. SundayCost: $5 for adults, free for children under 12.Iowa’s Latino Heritage Festival is the only two-day Latino Heritage festival in the state. The exclusive Sabor Latino event features everything, meaning there is something for everyone during the action-packed weekend in Des Moines.Find the full schedule and list of vendors here.Log Cabin Festival and parade, 1300 West Second Ave., Indianola10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SaturdayCost: FreeJoin the Warren County Historical Society to celebrate local heritage at the Log Cabin Festival. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. in downtown Indianola, then the fun moves to the history museum and heritage village for a day of hands-on fun.Eric Church ‘Free the Machine’ tour, Casey’s Center7:30 p.m. SaturdayCost: $53 and up. Purchase tickets online.Learn to curl with the Des Moines Curling Club, MidAmerican Energy RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines6 p.m. to 8 p.m. SaturdayCost: $30. Register online. If you have ever watched curling at the Olympics and wanted to give it a try, this is your chance. Participants will practice throwing the stone and then participate in a short game. Sunday, Sept. 28Pups & Pumpkins at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, 5452 NE 22nd St., Des Moines11 a.m. to 10 p.m. SundayCost: $25. Tickets available online.Let your dog sniff out some fall fun. Bring your pup out for a festive, dog-friendly pumpkin hunt along the ARL’s walking trail. When they tap a pumpkin with their nose, it’s theirs to keep. At the end of the trail, strike a pose in a fall-themed pet photo booth to capture the memory.After, head over to Bailey’s Bark Park, where you and your dog can decorate their pumpkin and enjoy festive treats, raffle prizes and some off-leash playtime.Creekology at Four Mile Creek, 5792 NE Berwick Drive, Berwick1 p.m. to 3 p.m. SundayCost: FreeJoin a naturalist from Polk County Conservation as they lead a hike down Four Mile Creek. They will explore the many sciences a creek walk offers, like geology, archaeology, paleontology, limnology and biology, to name just a few. Not sure what all those “ologies” are about? Join to find out. Wear old clothes and sturdy shoes/boots that can get wet, as they will be hiking in the creek. All ages are welcome.Potteryfest at Jasper Winery, 2400 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines1 p.m. to 5 p.m. SundayCost: FreeEnjoy an afternoon at Jasper Winery and view the work of diverse and talented independent ceramic artists. Pottery will be available for purchase, as well as refreshments from Jasper Winery and food from a variety of local vendors. Throwing demonstrations by Des Moines Central Academy.Other events Iowa’s largest arts and crafts show at the Iowa State FairgroundsThis is Iowa’s largest show, with over 250 talented exhibitors from eight states presenting and selling the Midwest’s finest handcrafts. Located in the Varied Industries Building, show hours are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.Find our guide to nearly two dozen central Iowa farmers markets here.Looking for live music concerts and other shows? Check our extensive concert list here. Weekend weatherFriday: Mainly sunny. High near 84 degrees. Winds southwest at 5 to 10 mph.Friday night: Clear. Low at 57 degrees. Winds south at 5 to 10 mph.Saturday: Sunny skies. High at 84 degrees. Winds southwest at 5 to 10 mph.Saturday night: Clear skies. Low around 56 degrees. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph.Sunday: Sunny. High at 84 degrees. Winds southeast at 5 to 10 mph.Sunday night: Clear skies. Low at 58 degrees. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph.Have a weekend event or favorite place to grab a bite on the weekend? Share it with us by emailing web@kcci.com.Phantom Fall Fest returns to Adventureland Park in Altoona

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