Fourth of July parades and shows are coming back with full force in central Iowa, and what better way to celebrate the Fourth of July than with a fireworks display?
Here is a list of Independence Day and other July fireworks shows in the Des Moines metro (organized by city):
Altoona fireworks
Two fireworks shows are available in Altoona for the Fourth of July weekend in 2025.
Prairie Meadows’ All-American Extravaganza and fireworks show
Prairie Meadows is hosting a Fourth of July celebration with horse racing, food, drinks and fireworks at dusk.
- When: Thursday, July 3. Race starts at 4 p.m.
- Where: Prairie Meadows Track Apron, 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona
- Price: Free
Adventureland fireworks show
Spend the day at Adventureland riding rollercoasters or swimming in Adventureland Bay before catching a fireworks show over…..