DES MOINES, Iowa —

Looking to get out of the house this weekend?

Stop by the Iowa State Fair or check out these events and activities happening across the metro Aug. 8-10, but make sure you check the weather and put on sunscreen before you head out. Maybe pack an umbrella, too.

Friday, Aug. 8

Iowa Cubs blood drive , Principal Park, 1 Line Drive

7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday

The Iowa Cubs and LifeServe Blood Center are teaming up to bring together two great American traditions, baseball and giving back.

All registered donors will receive an exclusive “I Bleed Baseball” T-shirt, a ticket to any remaining 2025 Iowa Cubs game, and a chance to throw the first pitch or shoot the hot dog gun at a future game. Register here.

Pyrotechnics Guild International fireworks show, 1827 217th R

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