Governors Days is one of the grandest summer festivals in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. Held entirely within the heart of Grimes, Iowa, this premier summer event incorporates all the ingredients for an exciting family friendly event.
Complete with concerts, parades, carnivals and much, much more; Governors Days has something for everyone. This grand community event is headed up by a vibrant group of dedicated volunteers and organized with the help of Grimes Chamber & Economic Development.
Come and participate in this wonderful community event on June 4th - 6th 2026. Admission to the festival is free thanks to the MANY wonderful business sponsors from the community.
Presenting Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
Carnival Sponsor:
Entertainment Garden Sponsor:
Beer Tent Sponsor:
Beer Bracelet Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
Carnival Sponsor:
Entertainment Garden Sponsor:
Beer Tent Sponsor:
Beer Bracelet Sponsor:
Grand Parade Presenting Sponsor:
Grand Parade Gold Sponsor:
Kiddie Parade Presenting Sponsor:
Kiddie Parade Popsicle Sponsor:
The Throne Sponsor:
Potty Promotion:
Community Choice Credit Union
Hand Washing Station Sponsor:
Urban Flooring & Design
Governors Days Parking Sponsors:
Shade Tree Auto
St. Peter Lutheran Church
Banner Sponsors:
Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping
MMIT
Grove & Platt Dental Associates
Kennybrook Village
Friends of the Festival:
Civil Design Advantage
Date and Time
Thursday Jun 4, 2026 Saturday Jun 6, 2026
Location
Grimes South Sports Complex
750 S James St.
Grimes, IA 50111
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