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Des Moines Waterland Festival & Parade returns July 17-18 with Seafair tradition, new Block Party and Children’s Festival
By Bettina Carey Des Moines is getting ready to celebrate one of its most treasured summer traditions as the 2026 Des Moines Waterland Festival and Parade brings together families, businesses, community organizations, and visitors for a weekend filled with hometown pride, entertainment, and connection. The celebration begins on Friday, July 17, with the 2026 Waterland Children’s Festival, presented by the Des…
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