The Parade begins at 10 a.m. from the Old City Hall on 70th Street north to Aurora Avenue finishing at 82nd and Aurora.
Details coming in 2022.
Advanced tickets can be purchased through July 1st and are available at Urbandale Hy-Vee, Medicap Pharmacy (Urbandale) , and Price Chopper (Merle Hay). Advanced ticket pricing is 25 tickets for $20.00. Starting July 2nd you can purchase tickets at the carnival at the regular price of $1.00/ea.
Details coming in 2022.
Details coming in 2022.
Details coming in 2022.
A portion of the High School parking lot will be roped off on July 4th from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm for the car show.
Details coming in 2022.
Shot from the west side of Walker Johnston park at 10:00 pm. Rain date for fireworks is July 5th at 10:00 pm.
Area businesses parking lots will also be available. Douglas Avenue will be closed after the softball lot at Walker Johnston Park is full.
Parade
This 2 mile long parade is widely known throughout the Des Moines metro as the largest and most watched parade! Bring the family, stake out your spot and be prepared to interact with your local organizations, businesses, and collect lots and lots of candy!
Registration for this event can be found on the Information tab.
Fun Run
Since 1966, the William Courtney 5K Fun Run has been allowing runners the unique opportunity to race through the heart of Urbandale. This timed race starts at 7:30am on 86th Street in front of the Library and takes runners through a tour of the community’s bike paths, ending along the path behind the Library. The Race is followed up by the Chuck Silvey Kid’s Mile, and Gary Page Tot Trot where kids can show off their running skills with the chance to earn medals and prizes.
Registration for this event can be found on the Information tab.
Carnival
Bring the family out to the Carnival featuring rides by Sam’s Amusement. The 3 day Carnival features kiddie rides, a fun slide, old favorites like the Tilt a Whirl and thrill rides for the most adventurous!
Bags Tournament
Hosted by The Urbandale Kiwanis Club at the Lions Park tennis courts.
Cribbage Tournament
Kids Events
Immediately after the parade bring the kids to Lion’s park for some free kid activities.
Car Show
Entertainment/Beverage Garden
Open on July 2nd and 3rd. Featuring a DJ and live entertainment each night.
Vendors/Concession
Urbandale’s 4th of July Celebration is a perfect time to enjoy a few days of fun, food and entertainment. Grab some comfort food, a quick meal with the family or indulge in your favorite sweet treat from one or all of our fantastic food vendors. They are located along Prairie Avenue between 71st street and 72nd street on the south side of Lions Park. This is a great time to celebrate together with friends and family at this three day long event packed with events, games, entertainment and delicious food. Check it out, we know you’ll love it.
Fireworks
Urbandale’s 4th of July Celebration highlights the end of the three day event with a magnificent fireworks show. A long-time tradition on the last night to perfectly end the celebration. The fireworks will be shot from the Walker Johnston Park. There’s nothing better than spending a warm summer night watching fireworks as we celebrate America’s Independence Day! Come see the show and don’t forget to buy a button.