City of Des Moines, Washington

06/23/2026

🏡 National Night Out is coming up on Tuesday, August 4, 2026!

🏡 National Night Out is coming up on Tuesday, August 4, 2026!

This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors, strengthen your community, and connect with Des Moines Police, Fire, and City officials. Whether it's a block party, BBQ, ice cream social, or just lawn chairs in the front yard, every gathering helps build a safer and more connected community. National Night Out is all about bringing neighbors together and strengthening police-community partnerships.

If you're planning a neighborhood gathering, please register your event today. Registration is free and allows us to coordinate visits from police, fire, and city staff.

Register here:
https://desmoineswa.hosted.civiclive.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=17385088&pageId=19522969

We look forward to seeing you on August 4!

06/23/2026

🎆 Stars, Stripes & Sunshine – 4th of July Celebration! 🎇

🎆 Stars, Stripes & Sunshine – 4th of July Celebration! 🎇

This year, we’re celebrating 250 years of America! Join us July 4th, 10AM – 3PM at Des Moines Marina / Beach Park Event Center for a FREE family-friendly day full of fun.

✨ Activities for everyone:
🎶 Live music | 🥕 Farmers Market | 🎈 Bounce Houses & Gaga Ball
💪 Tug of War & Sack Races | 📸 Photo Booth | 💦 Dunk Tank
🤖 Robo Bots | 🍻 Beer Garden | 🎨 Arts & Crafts | 🌮 Food Trucks

Bring your family, friends, and patriotic spirit for a day of games, food, music, and summer fun as we celebrate 250 years of America!

06/20/2026

Today’s forecast? A 100% chance of Farmers Market fun! 🌻🍅

Join us at the Des Moines Farmers Market and stop by the City booth to visit with our Marina staff. Fresh finds, friendly faces, and a great way to spend the day—we’ll see you there!

06/18/2026

📬 Surprise! Your City Manager Report is arriving a day early this week!

Since City Hall will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, we're getting this week's report to you a little early so you don't miss a thing.

Inside the June 18, 2026 issue:
✈️ Sea-Tac Airport Expansion: What It Means for Des Moines—and How to Weigh In
🇺🇸 Stars, Stripes & Sunshine returns July 4!
🎉 Happy Birthday, Des Moines!
📖 A Bit of History
…and much more!

Stay informed about what's happening in our community by reading the full report below.
https://conta.cc/4fV0l4M

📲 Check out current and past City Manager Reports here:
https://www.desmoineswa.gov/news/what_s_new/city_manager_reports

06/18/2026

Today, we gathered in the courtyard of Des Moines City Hall to raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of a day that marks freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful ceremony as we reflected on our nation's history and honored the significance of Juneteenth. We are especially grateful to those who helped make today's event possible and to everyone who took a moment to celebrate with us.

As the Juneteenth flag flies over City Hall, it serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering our past, celebrating progress, and continuing to build a community where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

❤️💛💚 Happy Juneteenth, Des Moines.

06/17/2026

🌳🎨 Pop Up and Play is coming to a park near you! 🎲⚽

06/17/2026

🎉🎈 Happy 67th Birthday, Des Moines! 🎈🎉

Our amazing city turns 67 this year and we’re so proud to call it home! 💙 From beach walks and marina sunsets to summer concerts at the beach park, pop-up events in our local parks, and neighborhood get-togethers, Des Moines keeps bringing us together year after year. 🌊✨

Since becoming an official city on June 17, 1959, we’ve grown, thrived, and built a community full of heart.

Here’s to 67 years of memories—and many more to come! 🥳

06/16/2026

Join us as we come together to honor Juneteenth and celebrate freedom, resilience, and hope.

On June 18, the City of Des Moines will host a Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony in the courtyard of City Hall. This meaningful event offers an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history, recognize the significance of Juneteenth, and reaffirm our commitment to building a community where everyone feels valued and welcome.

We invite residents, businesses, and visitors to stand with us as we raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of the enduring pursuit of liberty, justice, and equality.

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕜 1:30 PM
📍 Courtyard of Des Moines City Hall, 21630 11th Avenue S

We hope you'll join us for this special moment of remembrance, reflection, and celebration.

06/16/2026

Don’t be misled by “compostable” pet waste bags. Pet waste is a biohazard and should always be placed in the garbage, regardless of whether the bag is labeled “compostable”. For more information, please visit: https://www.recology.com/recology-king-county/des-moines/

06/15/2026

June 15, 2026 Special Edition City Manager Report

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