Urbandale 4th of July Celebration
Celebrating 250th Anniversary of America
Urbandale is Home to one of the Largest 4th of July Celebrations in the Area!
We invite you to bring your family and celebrate Independence Day in Urbandale. The Urbandale 4th of July celebration is the largest celebration in the Des Moines metro area. This event is held at Lion’s Park in the heart of Urbandale. This long standing tradition includes a 2 mile long parade, a premier carnival, entertainment garden, live music as well as a variety of other activities. The annual community event is organized by a group of volunteers and is primarily self funded with help from local business sponsors and fundraising.
Extra disability parking will be available during July 2-4 at Urbandale Senior Recreation Center.
The Police Command Post is located inside Lions Park Shelter House. Please visit during the celebration for lost and found or information regarding a lost child. For after hours requests, please contact the non-emergency number at 515-222-3322 or 515-222-3321.
We couldn’t do it without you! Our list of 2026 Urbandale 4th of July Sponsors
We’re proud to boast the support of our City and Local businesses in making this event happen every year. Without their support, we wouldn’t be able to bring you the best show in the Greater Des Moines area right here in Urbandale! Please take a moment to check out our sponsors below.
Interested in being a sponsor? Find the sponsorship levels here!
Honorary Parade Sponsor
Urbandale Breakfast Lions – for their many years of support with parade logistics
Liberty Sponsor ($2,500)
Right at Home Des Moines – Fireworks Sponsor
Website Hosting Sponsor ($1,500)
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
Flag Sponsor ($1,500)
Amega Garage Doors – WHO13+ App Parade Livestream Sponsor
Stripes Sponsor ($1,000)
Ekman Painting – Parade Sponsor
Stars Sponsor ($500)
Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy – Fun Run Sponsor
Pat Boddy
RE/MAX Concepts – Shannon Salmon – Bags Tournament Sponsor
Schlievert Plumbing Inc. – Bags Tournament Sponsor
Spraytec Fertilizers, LLC – Fun Run Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor ($250)
Logan Contractors Supply
Soper Automotive Repair