Your donation or purchase of a season pass helps us get ready for the season. The funds are used for yearly maintenance, polishing and waxing the carousel after the winter, as well as keeping prices low for kids and kids at heart!

Opening day is coming Saturday May 24, 2025

Make a donation

The Des Moines Carousel Foundation is the not-for-profit organization that supports the Heritage Carousel. Your support keeps the Carousel at .50 cents a ride for children and well-maintained all year long!