Things to Do This Weekend in Urbandale

Discover events, activities, and fun things happening this weekend in Urbandale. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free options.

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Storytime At Home Activity Packs

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · Ages 18+

Pick up an activity pack that includes book suggestions and an early learning activity to complete at home! Available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. For kids 2-5 years old with adult supervision. Registration is not required.

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Teen Super Sundays

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 6:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · Ages 10–17

Bring a friend or make new ones at these programs for teens. Try your hand at a different activity each month. This month, we will be doing Teen Self Defense. Attend this free workshop to learn the basics of important skills to keep teens safe in today's world. Instructors from Waukee Police...

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Kite Building Workshop

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library

Get ready for the 13th Annual Kites on the Green Festival on Saturday, May 2nd by attending a free Kite Making Workshop on Saturday, April 11th at Johnston Public Library from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Attendees will receive a free kite-making kit, personal instruction, and a chance to test out their new...

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ASAP Class: Percussion Party (K-5th Grade)

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM–3:45 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Kids are invited to participate in fun and educational programming, brought to you by the After School Arts Program. ASAP Teaching Artists lead studio classes in all arts disciplines: literary arts like poetry and storytelling, 2D and 3D visual art, drama, music, dance, culinary art, and more....

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Crafty Saturdays

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library

Come and make a craft that is suitable for everyone! We will all start with the same supplies and idea, but everyone’s creations will be unique. This month brighten your day with beautiful tissue paper flowers! This craft is great for all ages and makes a fun decoration or gift. For all...

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Sunday Card Crafting Club

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library

Join Dreama Deskins on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1:30pm to explore paper card making. Dreama and her team will have a monthly topical card prepped and ready for you to assemble on site with your own unique brand of creativity. The card crafting crew will be on hand to provide...

Dungeons & Dragons

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

All adult players are welcome! Games start at 3:30pm. For help with character creation or any questions please arrive between 2:00pm and 3:30pm, walk-ins are also welcome during this time! Questions? Join our Discord at the following URL: https://discord.gg/bTuTqqFBUN

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Local Authors Fair

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Indianola Public Library

Engage with a variety of local authors, sit in on a discussion panel, or stop by the Pageturners table at the 2026 Local Authors Fair. Light refreshments provided, with a chance to win a door prize! This event is free to attend and open to the public. Brought to you by Dunn Library, the Indianola...

Library Playdate

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Indianola Public Library

Meet friends at the Library on Saturday to read, hang out, and play. Try our Wind Tunnel, find the Scavenger Hunt items, and enjoy the EXCLUSIVE Library Playdate toys that are only available during Playdates!