The city of Clive, which is considered one of the best communities in the Des Moines metropolitan area by Forbes Magazine, has plenty of amenities and resources to help you with the wedding planning process.

The Wedding Chapel, which has performed over 1,000 weddings, is one of Clive's most popular wedding venues for small, intimate affairs. Clive also has several park facilities available to rent for special occasions.

Nobbies has all the essential wedding supplies for bachelor and bachelorette parties, bridal showers, and wedding receptions, from bride-to-be sashes and headdresses, to cake toppers and wedding favors.

You'll also want to check out Cache Bake Shoppe, which has over 15 years of experience making beautiful and delicious wedding cakes. You can also order treats, like chocolate bonbons, mini cupcakes and cake pops.

Clive offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreational activities, such as hiking or biking along the Greenbelt Trail, which starts in Greenbelt Park.

Other major parks in Clive include George Lundberg Park, Linnan Park, and Stonegate Park, which features a miniature golf course.

You can also visit Swanson Park, which is home to several historical attractions, spend a day at Clive Public Library, or take a day trip to Des Moines and visit the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden or the Blank Park Zoo.

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