When is National Boyfriend Day and how can I celebrate in Des Moines?

National Boyfriend Day is just around the corner. From golfing to a trip to the botanical gardens, it's easy to celebrate.

When is National Boyfriend Day?

National Boyfriend Day occurs on October 3rd every year, according to the National Day Calendar. This year it falls on Thursday.

“Like special days for family members, this day devotes attention to the friends in our lives,” says the National Day Calendar website.

Who can organize a national holiday?

Anyone can establish a national day like National Boyfriend Day, but federal and state laws establish official holidays. Most national holidays are unofficial and are established by individuals or organizations.

How can I celebrate National Boyfriend Day in Des Moines?

Book a tee time at the 18-hole AH Blank Golf Course with mini golf or plan a visit to Iowa's first Topgolf location, which opened earlier this year.

You could also take your friend to Smash Park in West Des Moines, where there is food, drinks, pickleball, ax throwing and other games.

Your friend might also appreciate a stroll through the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, followed by a bite to eat at a new restaurant in town.

When was National Girlfriend Day?

National Girlfriend Day is celebrated on August 1st. This year it fell on a Thursday.

Which national holiday is today?

For the rest of October, National Taco Day also occurs on October 1st. The holiday recently began staggering dates to ensure it always falls on a Taco Tuesday.

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