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Parade in Downtown Des Moines
The night before the Iowa State Fair, thousands gather to watch marching bands, floats, cars and more as they stroll through Downtown Des Moines.
WhenWed, Aug 12-13, 10:00 AM start
Start time10:00 AM
CostSee website
Good forFamily
Venue
SourceIowa fairgrounds discovery: Parade
Before you go
- Check the daily schedule, entry rules, parking, and any street closures before leaving.
- Parking: Check official source and maps before leaving
- Crowd level: Can get busy
- Age fit: Family-friendly where venue rules allow
- Duration: 14h 59m
- Distance: Distance varies
What to know
The night before the Iowa State Fair, thousands gather to watch marching bands, floats, cars and more as they stroll through Downtown Des Moines.