# Annual Parades in Des Moines 2026 | Your Guide to Major Parades In Des Moines | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Experience the vibrant spirit of Des Moines with captivating Annual Parades that showcase the city's diversity, creativity, and cultural heritage. Discover best of annual parades 2026 happning near you in Des Moines.
- **Category**: Parades
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## Parades Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: 2026 Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Commemorates America 250!
  - **Description**: https://dva.iowa.gov/events/veterans-day-iowa-state-fair-parade-america-250
Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Celebrates America 250 
The annual Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade will celebrate America 250 this year Aug. 17th at 11a.m.,
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  - **Date**: Mon Aug 17 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-veterans-day-at-the-iowa-state-fair-parade-commemorates-america-250/200029724091738
  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair
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- **Event Name**: *Iowa State Fair
  - **Description**: Early Arrival - Aug 14 - 10 am
Must be in - Aug 15 - 8 am
Show - Aug 16-17
https://www.iowastatefair.org/participate/competition/livestock-schedules-judges
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  - **Date**: Thu Aug 13 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds & Interim Events
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- **Event Name**: Krampuslauf (Running of the Krampuses)
  - **Description**: Krampi handlers and those participating in Krampus costume are asked to reserve a free ticket here. Please, only Krampus costumes - no fairies, clowns, Santa Claus, etc.

Tickets >>> https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/krampuslauf-running-of-th
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  - **Date**: Thu Dec 03 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Dec 03 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/krampuslauf-running-of-the-krampuses/200029880867233
  - **Venue**: Principal Park
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## Trending Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Moines Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/39910940-a67b-11f0-871
  - **Venue**: Ashworth Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice   (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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  - **Venue**: Witmer Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Rod Stewart "One Last Time" Tickets Des Moines IA Iowa State Fair
  - **Description**: Don't miss the Rod Stewart "One Last Time" concert at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Friday, August 14, 2026.

Get the best seats before they are gone using the "TICKETS" link on this page!

Find a great event and bring a smile to a friend or lo
  - **Venue**: 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317-2465, United States
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- **Event Name**: TLC  Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at TLC  Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Iowa State Fair in the heart of Des Moines, IA
  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair
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- **Event Name**: Capital City PrideFest 2026
  - **Description**: Capital City PrideFest returns to Downtown Des Moines for a full weekend of celebration, community, and Pride.

Join us June 12–14 in the Historic East Village for three days of live music, community programming, family activities, food vendors, and one o
  - **Venue**: Historic East Village
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- **Event Name**: Luke Bryan with Drew Baldridge, Raelynn and Karley Scott Collins
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Casey's Center
🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
🌆 City: Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5927, -93.6211🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Luke Bryan with Drew Baldridge, Raelynn and Karley Scott Collins, where extraordinar
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: Lil Wayne at Casey's Center
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Lil Wayne at Casey's Center, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Casey's Center nestled in bustling Des Moines, IA, this ev
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival
  - **Description**: The sizzle returns on April 18th legendary Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival celebrates its 18th edition at the High Life Lounge & El Bait Shop!About this EventThe Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is heading back to where it all b
  - **Venue**: The High Life Lounge
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- **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson – Des Moines
  - **Description**: Lainey Wilson brings her award-winning country sound to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines on August 16, 2026, turning a summer night at the fairgrounds into a full-on #LaineyWilson celebration. Fans can expect a powerful mix of storytelling, twangy guitar
  - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA
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- **Q**: What are the top Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** 2026 Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Commemorates America 250! (Mon Aug 17 2026 at 11:00 am at Iowa State Fair), *Iowa State Fair (Thu Aug 13 2026 at 08:00 am at Iowa State Fairgrounds & Interim Events), Krampuslauf (Running of the Krampuses) (Thu Dec 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Principal Park).
- **Q**: How can I find Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Parades events in Des Moines on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Parades events in Des Moines include Iowa State Fair, Iowa State Fairgrounds & Interim Events, Principal Park.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Parades events in Des Moines include Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs, Christkindlmarket Des Moines.
- **Q**: Are there any online Parades events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Parades events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Parades events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Follow the Parades category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Parades events are listed in Des Moines.

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