Memorial Day Events Kick Off In Des Moines

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Des Moines, IA — A variety of events are taking place across the Des Moines Metro this Memorial Day Weekend.

  • The Iowa High School State Track and Field Championships began Thursday and continue through Saturday at Drake Stadium.
  • CelebrAsian 2025, Iowa’s largest celebration of Asian heritage, kicks off today (Friday) at Western Gateway Park and runs through Saturday.
  • Principal Park will host a Spring Summer Concert tonight and again on Saturday evening.
  • The Downtown Des Moines Farmers’ Market will continue Saturday morning.

Des Moines police are reminding motorists to watch for increased pedestrian traffic and temporary road closures near event locations.


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