Annual fireworks has quite a story behind it – check out the Facebook page event site linked above. Free parking – campsites are already booked up, however.
Here’s a couple links to the 2015 show (part one and part two):
Cleppe Pyrotechnics
National Balloon Classic
July 26 – August 3, 2019. Many ballooning events, a parade, fireworks, Dawn Patrol and Nite Glow, food, live music and more! Get the full schedule on the website. Two nights of fireworks!
Washington County Fair Fireworks
Fireworks follow the demolition derby (which is at 7pm) I’m not sure if there’s an admission charge; I couldn’t find one on the site.
Ankeny Summerfest
July 11-14, 2019. Parades, pageant, games and contests, cardboard regatta, softball, music, food and more! Schedule still being set as of this writing so check the event site for the latest!
Thunder Over Clive Fireworks
July 19-20, 2019. Annual festival features lots of live music, games and tournaments, pancake breakfast, crafts, food and fireworks on Saturday night~
Swisher Fun Days
August July 26-27, 2019. Events include a Kid’s Zone; 5K Run, Human Foosball, Live Music, Food, Street Dance, Fireworks and lots more! Check the event site for the full schedule.