Governors Days 2026 Grand Parade Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
City State Bank
City State Bank
Grimes Governors Days is an annual event that is organized by Grimes Chamber & Economic Development in coordination with the Governors Days Committee and with the support of dozens of local Chamber Member sponsors and the City of Grimes.
The event consists of live music, a large entertainment garden, Sam’s Amusements Carnival, the Bags Tournament, multiple parades, food and craft vendors, the Lions Club Pancake Breakfast, and many other events.
Governors Days is one of the grandest summer festivals in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. Sign you, your business, or your cause up for our Grand Parade held in Grimes at 10AM on Saturday, June 6th.
There will be a FLOAT CONTEST! So be sure to be your creative hats on!
There will be a FLOAT CONTEST! So be sure to be your creative hats on!
Staging: 8-10:00 AM
Parade Start: 10:00 AM
Parade Start: 10:00 AM
Parade Route will be posted prior to event!
Will post map here and on www.governorsdays.com!
Will post map here and on www.governorsdays.com!
Governors Days - Grand Parade!
Date and Time
Saturday Jun 6, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Fees/Admission
Free for Chamber Members
$30 for all floats
