Exclusive Member Benefit!
NOW through September, 2024, all members receive 50% off food up to $10 at all Full Court Press restaurants.
After that, members still receive 15% off!
Use it every time at every location!
Royal Mile
Hessen Haus
High Life Lounge
El Bait Shop
Fong’s Pizza
Buzzard Billy’s
To redeem the discount, let your server know that you’re a Downtown Neighborhood Association member. All managers can assist individual staff to apply the discount. To verify your membership, show your DIGITAL MEMBERSHIP CARD.
We exist to involve neighbors in a collective effort to enhance and celebrate the quality of residential life in downtown Des Moines.
Why should you join the DNA?
Join Us for These Upcoming Events:
Saturday, June 29
DNA at the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market
Stop by our booth and learn more about how to engage in the community and what we’re doing to improve the quality of life in downtown Des Moines.
Tuesday, August 6
National Night Out
Join your neighbors and the Downtown Neighborhood Association for an evening of camaraderie in the heart of downtown. We’ll have live music by The Sheet; free food and beverages; basketball, bags and pickleball; and an opportunity to meet those responsible for public safety in downtown. You’re invited!
Wednesday, August 7
Iowa State Fair Parade
Join us as we show our Des Moines pride by carrying our DNA banner in the Iowa State Fair parade. If you’re a member and would like to walk in the parade, contact us for lineup time and location information.
Wednesday, August 22
Downtown Social & Learn:
Trails, Parks & Waterways
5:00 pm Happy Hour, 6:00 pm Panel Discussion
Hub Spot, 215 Water St., Des Moines
Join us for an evening of socializing and learning from our esteemed guests as they share their wealth of experience about enhancing Des Moines parks, trails and waterways. Learn about plans for new parks, new county facilities such as Lauridsen Skate Park, and the future of ICON water trails. Our guests are Dr. Stephanie Oppel, Exec. Director of ICON Water Trails; Rich Leopold, Dir. Polk County Conservation; and Jenny Richmond, Des Moines Parks & Recreation.
Tuesday, September 24
DNA Tuesday Together
Join us for a relaxed gathering to connect with your neighbors and each other’s company. There’s no fee and no agenda—just a chance to meet new people and chat about what’s happening in our community. Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or a familiar face, everyone is welcome! Light appetizers will be provided with soft drinks and adult beverages available for purchase.
RSVP on Facebook so that we know how many to expect.
Wednesday, October 2
DNA Board Meeting
Our regularly scheduled meeting, open for all to attend. Members will receive the agenda by email in advance of the meeting. It will also be posted on our Facebook page.
Sunday, October 13
Reserve Now:
Downtown DSM Architectural History Walking Tour
Members, join us on Sunday, October 13 at 1:00 pm for a journey through the history of downtown Des Moines hosted in conjunction with DNA Nonprofit Member, Iowa Architectural Foundation. Fellow downtown resident, DNA member and local architect, Ryan Ellsworth, AIA of INVISION Architecture (located in the former Des Moines Social Club [historically known as Firehouse No. 1], will take attendees on a private walking tour exclusively for the Downtown Neighborhood Association. Learn about the gems we have right in our backyard while understanding the historical and cultural contexts in which they were built. Tickets are $20 per person and the tour will last for 90 minutes. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
