9 things to do around Dallas County this weekend include parades, fireworks, truck pulls
Waukee’s Independence Day Celebration
July 4 in Waukee.
Waukee's Independence Day Celebration returns on July 3 and 4 at Centennial Park. Enjoy classic American summer activities from a pancake breakfast to a pie-eating contest to professional fireworks and a parade. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. Find the full schedule at Waukee.org/July. Watch Waukee.org and the City of Waukee Facebook page for weather-related updates.
Minburn's Fourth of July Celebration
July 4 in Minburn.
Minburn's Fourth of July festivities will include a parade, family games at Rogers Park, bags tournament at Mudders, lunch and bingo at the food shelter, all wheels show, music, pie auction and more. Fireworks will close out the festivities at dusk. Find more information at www.minburn.org.
Perry's Fourth of July Celebration
10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Thursday, July 4 in Perry.
Join the Perry Chamber for a fun day filled with a parade, food, live music and more on the Fourth of July in Perry. Festivities will include a 10 a.m. parade on Willis Avenue to Pattee Park (line-up at 9 a.m. at East Perry Plaza), 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. vendors at Pattee Park, Perry Elks Lodge Bingo, 2 p.m. Perry Fine Arts Musical Extravaganza & Ice Cream Social at First United Methodist Church, 6-9:30 p.m. Live Music at Pattee Park Bandshell by Stranger than Fiction and 9:30 p.m. fireworks finale.
Grimes "Home Base Iowa" July 4th Fireworks Show
10 p.m. Thursday, July 4 at Grimes South Sports Complex, 750 S James St., Grimes.
In partnership with the city of Grimes, a Home Base Iowa Community, looks forward to celebrating our nation's Independence Day on the evening of July 4 at the Grimes South Sports Complex at dusk. Time and event is subject to change. Watch for updates on the Home Base Iowa Fireworks Show event page.
Listen to patriotic music on 88.3FM while at the event!
Musical Extravaganza and Ice Cream Social
2 p.m. Thursday, July 4 at Centrum of First United Methodist Church, 1100 3rd St, Perry.
Perry Fine Arts will present its annual Musical Extravaganza and Ice Cream Social on July 4. Perry Fine Arts annual variety show has been going for 49 years. It has become a mainstay of Perry's Fourth of July festivities. Come and enjoy, in air-conditioned comfort, as Perry area performers entertain you with vocals and instrumentals. Following the program, come and socialize while having a scoop (or two) of ice cream and goodies. Perry Fine Arts concerts are free and open to all. A free-will offering will be taken and a reception will follow the concert. The building is handicapped accessible and air conditioned.
Fourth of July Grill
2-5 p.m. Thursday, July 4 at Board & Batten and Century Farms Park.
Join us at Board and Batten and Century Farms Park for a 4th of July Grill with Bob Pace. Free hamburgers and hotdogs will be prepared on the 'Slaughter Grill' (Grill Master Brian) but donations will be gratefully accepted with 100% of all donations benefitting the Dallas Center Parks & Recreation Department. IA Hall of Fame Blues Artist Bob Pace will be performing indoors, Jimmy's Bar at B&B will be serving up your favorite beverages, and the store will have some cool new gift items available with a % of ALL sales at B&B also going to the Parks & Rec Department.
Yoga in the Park
8-9 a.m. Saturday, July 6 at Centennial Park, Granger.
Join Jessica for Yoga in the Park on the following dates: July 6,13, 20 & 27; Aug. 3, 10 & 17. Bring a towel or yoga mat. Yoga in the Park is a free program that is open to all ages.
Truck Pulls
6 p.m. Saturday, July 6 at Dallas County Fairgrounds.
Dallas County Fair is partnering with the Central Iowa Truck Pullers Association to bring you Truck Pulls for Saturday Night fun. The gates open at 4 p.m. and the truck pulls will start at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for youth 6-12.
Memorial Golf Tournament
Sunday, July 7 at Perry Golf and Country Club.
Each year, the Perry Golf and Country Club honors the memory of a former member who had a significant impact on the club. This year, the 11th annual Memorial Golf Tournament will be played in honor of the late Merle Adamson. The Memorial Golf Tournament is open to anyone who would like to play in it. The Championship Flight will play 27 holes, while the Senior Division, Super Senior Division and all other flights will play 18 holes. To enter, call the clubhouse at (515) 465-3852.
Dallas County Fair
July 9-13 at Dallas County Fairgrounds, Adel.
The Dallas County Fair will return from July 9-13. Grandstand evening activities include Mutton Busting and Rodeo by Double S Bull Company on July 11, Figure 8 and Circle Track Racing followed by live music by Jordan Beem and fireworks on July 12 and a concert featuring Craig Morgan with special guest Ashley Barron on July 13. Other activities include a carnival, 4-H/FFA livestock shows, free entertainment and more. Find a full schedule at dallascountyfair.com/fair-schedule.
Evening Paddle Program
6-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 at TBD.
The outdoors is filled with a buzz of activity as day transitions into night. Join Dallas County Conservation and other fellow paddlers on the water to soak in all nature ahs to offer during this time of day. Location/route will be determined the week of the event, based on current water levels around Dallas County. Participants must provide their own boats, paddles, and life jackets. Registration required through DCCB's Eventbrite page.
Free Merchant Movies
11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10 at Perry Grand 3 Theatres.
The Perry Grand 3 Theatres will continue the 2024 summer movies on Wednesday, July 10 with "Migration." All movies will be shown at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays through Aug. 7. Admission is free thanks to local sponsors. Look for a full list of upcoming movies on the Perry Grand 3 Theatres Facebook page.
Free Community Supper
5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 10 at Heartland Church of Christ, 14417 J Ave, Perry.
All are welcome to join us at Heartland Church of Christ for supper on the 2nd Wednesday of every month - no charge. Dine in or carry out. Handicap accessible. Take a night off cooking and let us serve you! Vacation Bible School will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 19 for K-6th grades; email [email protected] to register or with questions.
Yoga in the Park
8:30-9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 13 at Trindle Park, Van Meter.
Van Meter Parks & Recreation is sponsoring yoga this summer. Please note the new location, if we have rain, we can still practice under a shelter. Bring a beach towel or yoga mat and join us as we move our bodies in the outdoors. This practice requires the ability to get up and down off the ground. Yoga in the Park will be held on June 29, July 13 and 20 and Aug. 3.
Ice Cream Social
5-7 p.m. Sunday, July 14 at Panther Creek Church of the Brethren, 24529 J. Ave. Adel ( 8 miles NW of Adel, 10 miles S of Perry).
You are invited to an ice cream social on Sunday, July 14 at Panther Creek Church of the Brethren. There will be homemade ice cream, pies and other desserts. A free-will offering will be accepted to support CCEPI (Center for Caring, Empowerment and Peace Initiatives).
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