Des Moines Metro Fireworks Guide | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

The Fourth of July is exploding across the Des Moines metro this year—with fireworks shows lighting up the sky from Friday, July 3rd, through Saturday, July 4th. From the State Capitol’s Yankee Doodle Pops to Riverview Park’s Rendezvous, the Goodguy’s Heartland Nationals at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, and dozens of local displays in cities like Ames, Altoona, and West Des Moines, there’s a dazzling show for everyone. After two years of scaled-back celebrations, families are flocking to these events to ring in America’s 250th birthday with a bang. Don’t miss your chance to witness the nation’s…