While we’re still weeks away from Thanksgiving, many people have already gotten into the Christmas Spirit! When you’re making your holiday plans, don’t forget to schedule in an early Sunday morning at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Not for any religious reasons – but because they host the best and biggest Christmas Cookie Sale in Iowa, and you’ll want to get there early!

Every year, the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Des Moines hosts their annual Cookie Walk - one of the biggest cookie sales you'll ever attend.
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Church members stay up late all week long to prepare dozens upon dozens of cookies, all for an annual tradition on the first Sunday in December.
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The cookie sale starts at 9 a.m., but they go fast! Carolers entertain those who line up before the doors open.
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Once you get in to the Cookie Walk, buy yourself a tin and pack it to the top!
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Cookie lovers will be in heaven, picking from thousands of cookies baked fresh, looking for a new home!
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Sugar cookies, italian butter cookies, thumbprints and more will temp your sweet tooth - you may end up with a few tins after all is said and done!
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In the end, you'll head home with a tin full of christmas cookies and a heart full of holiday cheer. Is there any better way to kick off the holiday season?
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The Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is located at 2600 E. Euclid Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317. Their annual cookie sale will be held December 1, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and you’ll want to get there early! There’s always a line out the door before they open up. If you have any questions about the sale or want to join in the baking, call (515) 265-2865.

While you’re enjoying your fresh baked holiday cookies, it’s time to remind yourself about 10 Weird And Wacky Holiday Traditions You’ll Only Get If You’re From Iowa.

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