Shag
Shops · Des Moines, IA
About
Smoke shop meets gay gift store in Des Moines' East Village. Shag (formerly Liberty Gifts) carries t-shirts, incense, body jewelry, and a small adult section. The tagline says it all: 'Everything with a rainbow and some without.' If you're into smoking, there's a nice selection of pipes and related items. They also sell Kratom and CBD supplements. Note that Yelp lists this venue as potentially permanently closed, so call ahead.
The vibe is low-key and friendly, with staff known for being helpful. It's small but packed with fun finds, from men's underwear to rainbow gear. Open daily from 10am to 9pm (except Sunday at 12pm-6pm). Parking is street-based in the East Village.
Shag is located in the East Village, between 3rd and 4th streets, an area known for its walkable shops and local businesses.
Features
- ✓Shop for body jewelry and incense
- ✓Browse the small gay adult section
- ✓Check out pipes and smoking accessories
- ✓Ask about Kratom and CBD supplements
- ✓Friendly staff in a cozy East Village spot
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 5 reviews. 12 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Great small shop”
There's always interesting merchandise to browse. I really miss the previous shop, but Liberty still carries a solid selection of men's underwear and fun gay-themed items.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Nice shop”
The staff at this East Village shop is friendly. It's a small store with lots of gay-themed gifts and a little gay adult section. For smokers, there's a good variety of pipes and smoking accessories.
A guest · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shag sell? +
T-shirts, incense, body jewelry, gifts with a gay theme, men's underwear, and smoking supplies like pipes. They also offer Kratom and CBD supplements.
Is there parking nearby? +
Street parking is available in the East Village area. We don't have confirmed dedicated parking, so plan accordingly.
What are the store hours? +
Monday through Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 12pm-6pm.