Good morning, Ankeny.

Central Iowa Water Works adopted a five-stage water shortage plan after last year's lawn watering ban highlighted water quality challenges, and on June 8 they issued a second ban to manage near-record nitrate levels in the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers (affecting over 600,000 customers).

Joel Sires Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets required — Experience the heartfelt Americana and folk tunes of Joel Sires in an intimate setting.

Beats & Eats

5 p.m. — AMP - Ankeny Market & Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of food trucks, live music, and family fun in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Treat Trot Des Moines

7-10 a.m. — Riverview Park — Youth pricing starts at $17 — A family-friendly running event featuring races for all ages and abilities with custom swag.

Playful Performers: Session B

Time Range — Story Theater Company — Cost Info — Create characters and act out a story inspired by Everybody in the Red Brick Building.

4th of July Foam Party

11 AM – 2 PM — Paws & Pints — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun-filled foam party for your furry friends.

Final Frontier Tour

7:30 p.m. — Casey's Center — Tickets from 55 € — Experience the legendary band Journey live in concert in Des Moines with great sound and ambiance.

DCI: Drum Corps International

3:30-6:30 a.m. — Ankeny Stadium — Competitive pricing — Experience the excitement of live drum corps performances at this renowned event.