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Des Moines Holiday Promenade Kicks Off 24th Year!

11/18/2025

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The Holiday Promenade in Des Moines' East Village begins Monday, November 17, lighting holiday displays along East Locust Street and entering its 24th year.
The five-week event runs every Friday night through mid-December and offers extended shopping hours, live music, and free trolley rides.
Key events include a tree lighting ceremony at Brenton Skating Plaza, storytime performances, and contests such as the Store Window Display Contest and Ugly Sweater Contest.

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The Holiday Promenade in Des Moines' East Village begins Monday, November 17, lighting holiday displays along East Locust Street and entering its 24th year.
The five-week event runs every Friday night through mid-December and offers extended shopping hours, live music, and free trolley rides.
Key events include a tree lighting ceremony at Brenton Skating Plaza, storytime performances, and contests such as the Store Window Display Contest and Ugly Sweater Contest.