Holiday Promenade- Window Display Contest

About this event

For 25 years, Holiday Promenade has turned the East Village into Des Moines’ favorite winter tradition — twinkling lights, live entertainment, and five Friday evenings of free, family-friendly fun. This year, we’re going bigger than ever to celebrate the milestone.

This holiday season, join us for five Friday evenings that transform the East Village into a winter wonderland. Last year alone, more than 90,000 neighbors and visitors came out to celebrate with us — and this year, for our 25th anniversary, we’re marking the occasion with our biggest lineup yet.

Holiday Window Display Contest

Public Vote & Live Caroling

East Village storefronts go all out for the holidays — and you get to help pick the winner. Stroll the district, take in dazzling window displays from local businesses, cast your vote for your favorite, and enjoy live caroling filling the streets with holiday cheer.