The theme this year is “Making A Splash”. This theme was decided by a group of local volunteer committee members to celebrate all the underwater adventures you can have as a kid. From The Little Mermaid, to Nemo, to Aquaman, we’re excited to be “Making a Splash” at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest this July and we hope you are too!
The theme this year is “Making A Splash”. This theme was decided by a group of local volunteer committee members to celebrate all the underwater adventures you can have as a kid. The theme is mainly used for the parade float inspiration, family fun activities, and kiddie parade inspiration. Every year we have a fun theme and color contest to go along with it.
Carnival only open Thursday, 4pm-9pm
Friday 4PM-11PM
Saturday 11AM-11PM with Grand Parade at 9AM
Sunday 1PM-10PM
Parking spaces will be limited on Ankeny Chamber SummerFest grounds. Please park at the DMACC campus and a shuttle will transport you to and from the entrance.
The District is the entertainment center of Prairie Trail, a 1,031-acre community located – just East of SW State Street in the middle of Ankeny, IA
Yes! ATMs will be located near ticket booths.
You will find Family Fun Night and the Kiddie Parade in Uptown Ankeny near the Ankeny Market and Pavilion starting at 4pm on Friday. The Kiddie Parade begins at 6:30pm. Family Fun Night ends at 8pm.
Open Thursday 4PM – 9PM
Open Friday 4PM – 11PM
Open Saturday 11AM – 11PM
Open Sunday 1PM – 10PM
Wristbands will be available to purchase to ride carnival rides at the following times each day. All other times, tickets can be purchased at the carnival grounds.
Thursday 4-9pm $30 wristbands
Friday 5-11pm- $30 wristbands
Saturday 11am -4pm- $30 wristbands
Saturday 5pm – 11pm – $30 wristbands
Sunday 1pm-4pm- $30 wristbands
Sunday 5pm-10pm – $30 wristband9
Ankeny Chamber Summerfest is located in The District at Prairie Trail.
SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
Parking is available at DMACC Campus: 2006 S Ankeny Blvd., Ankeny, IA 50023
Shuttles will pick up and drop off guests at a the Flag Poles in one of the main DMACC parking lot. Shuttle Times: Friday, July 12th: 3:30pm - 12:00am Saturday, July 13th: 10:30am-12:00am Sunday, July 14th: 12:30pm-11pm
Limited spaces are available in The District At Prairie Trail during Ankeny Chamber Summerfest hours.
Please park in a designated parking lots at the DMACC Campus:
2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023
Plenty of parking spaces available!
Take advantage of a beautiful day and use the local Ankeny trails to walk to Ankeny Chamber Summerfest. The District at Prairie Trail and Ankeny Chamber Summerfest grounds are also Handicap Accessible.
Utilize the trails and ride your bike to Ankeny Chamber Summerfest! What a great way to avoid the traffic!
Any bike left behind after grounds closes each night is owner's responsibility.
Open Thursday 4PM – 9PM
Open Friday 4PM – 11PM
Open Saturday 11AM – 11PM
Open Sunday 1PM – 10PM
Wristbands will be available to purchase to ride carnival rides at the following times each day. All other times, tickets can be purchased at the carnival grounds.
Thursday 4-9pm $30 wristbands
Friday 5-11pm- $30 wristbands
Saturday 11am -4pm- $30 wristbands
Saturday 5pm – 11pm – $30 wristbands
Sunday 1pm-4pm- $30 wristbands
Sunday 5pm-10pm – $30 wristbands
Open Friday 4PM – 11PM
Open Saturday 11AM – 11PM
Open Sunday 1PM – 10PM
Free Admission. Everyone is welcome. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol.
Friday, July 12th
Jordan Beem 5-6:30pm
Tank Anthony 7-8:45pm
Big Time Grain 9:15-11pm
Saturday, July 13th
School of Rock 11:30-12:30pm
DJ Big Lare 1-2:30pm
Brad and Kate 3-4:30pm
Exit 185 5-6:30pm
Birdchild 7-8:30pm
Not Quite Brothers 9:15pm – 11pm
Sunday, July 14th
NOT PLAYING TODAY – Ankeny Community Band 1:00-2:00pm
Royce Johns 2:30-4:00pm
The June Bugs 4:30-6:00pm
Emma Butterworth 7:00-9pm
When: Saturday, July 13th @9AM
Friday Night 4PM – 8PM
In Uptown Ankeny near the Ankeny Market and Pavilion
Sunday approximately 9:30PM
Location: Promenade Park
Tune into 92.5 KJJY to hear music during Fireworks!
Saturday, July 13th at 9am and concludes at approximately 11AM
The parade starts at Southview Middle School.
This route is a little less than 2 miles long.
Northview Middle School
Making A Splash!
Anyone who registers: Example = Civic organization, Church, Business, political candidates, family, special entry
Community Groups: $30
General Parade Fee – Chamber Members: $70
General Parade Fee – Non-Members: $100
Political Parties: $125
Signs will be posted on parade route; No parking after 8:15 AM
Judging will be held in Uptown Ankeny during the parade route. Winners will be notified after the conclusion of the parade. Encouraged to take a photo of your entry to share with the Chamber in case you win! Chamber will post photo at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest, announce winners on social media, and invite winners to appear on stage to receive their trophy!
The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce
1360 SW Park Sq Drive
Suites 104-106-108
Ankeny, IA 50023
515-964-0685
There will be ticket booths located near the Main Beer Tent and near the Pavilion Bar.
All drink tickets can be used for domestic and crafts beers along with non-alcoholic beverages.
No cash will be accepted at the Beer Tents – tickets must be purchased. Must be 21+ to drink. IDs will be checked at all entrances.
Vendors located throughout grounds include:
Budweiser, Bud Light, Busch Light, Easy Eddy, Citrus Surfer, Michelob Ultra, Twisted Tea, Modelo, Angry Orchard, Carbliss (Black Raspberry, Lemon Line, Pineapple, Cranberry)
Juicy Wagon Hazy IPA from Uptown Garage
Copper Cat Moscow Mule from Firetrucker Brewery
White and Rose Wine Available Too!
We ask that you do not bring any outside food, alcohol or any other beverages to Ankeny Chamber SummerFest. Water jugs will be available and soda can be purchased from the food vendors on-site.
Great question! Contact the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce for details on how to promote your business at Ankeny SummerFest.
The Smokefree Air Act applies to all of the Ankeny Chamber SummerFest grounds. There is no smoking allowed anywhere on grounds. This is a state law that will be enforced.
Ankeny Chamber Summerfest is a pet-free zone so please leave those furry friends at home. This policy will be posted and enforced.
Ankeny Chamber SummerFest reserves the right to search all bags, backpacks, small coolers, purses, containers etc. upon entry and re-entry. Refusal to comply will result in denied entry.
Wristbands can be purchased on the Carnival grounds.
Near the Headquarters tent. There will be a tub marked LOST & FOUND.
There will be a designated area for bag chairs so space is limited.
Guns are prohibited on all Ankeny Chamber SummerFest grounds. We are a weapons-free event!
