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 Moines Legacy Foundation, followed by the Des Moines Waterland Festival and Parad