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Grimes Governors Days


Governors Days is one of the grandest summer festivals in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan area. Held 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 The Grimes Chamber. Admission to the festival is free thanks to the MANY wonderful business sponsors from the community.

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Grimes Governors Days 2025

Schedule Of Events June 5, 2025 6-10pm: Family Fun Wristband Night for $30 Craft & Food Vendors - Food Court Sam's Amusement Carnival & Midway Entertainment Garden 6:30pm: SoCo Baggers Bags Tournament 6:30pm-9:30pm: LIVE Music:…

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Grimes Governors Days 2024

Schedule: June 6, 2024 5:00PM: Special Olympics Softball Tournament - Fields 1 & 2 6:00PM - 10:00PM: Family Fun Wristband Night for $25 - Craft & Food Vendors | Food Court - Sam's Amusement Carnival & Midway (Sponsored by…

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