2012 Waterland Parade

It’s Why We Live Here

The 2012 Waterland Parade is back with full force! Destination Des Moines is proud to present this year’s event on Saturday, July 21st 2012 starting at 5:45pm with the Children’s Parade.  

Our route goes right thru the heart of Des Moines. Dont miss out on the fun, come down early to pick your spot along Marine View Drive between 227th (Red Robin) and 219th (QFC).

Looking for something before the parade? Check out the Marina before the event and enjoy the 6th Annual Classic Car and Wooden Boat Show.

Before the show you have the opportunity to view some classic cars and boats at the 6th Annual Des Moines Classic Car & Wooden Boat Show. Notice of Road Closures

Registration

Interested in participating in the 2012 Waterland Parade?

Registration is free! We are accepting $20 donations to help support this years and future Waterland Parades! Thank you for being a part of this family tradition in Des Moines!
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Volunteers

We need volunteers for the 2012 Waterland Parade!

Come join a great group of volunteers to make the Waterland Parade a fantastic event! Whatever your skill, we are looking for committed individuals to take care of various aspects of putting on the parade!
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Donations

THANK YOU TO THE CITY OF DES MOINES FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT TO HELP MAKE THE WATERLAND PARADE A SUCCESS!!

We are collecting donations for the 2012 Waterland Parade!

If you would like to donate to keep the parade going and make it bigger and better every year donations and volunteers are our most needed resource.

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