Kids’ Fest: Iowa’s Happiest Celebration returns to Storm Lake on Sunday, June 8.
All the excitement and adventure comes to beautiful Chautauqua Park, noon-3 p.m. Admission and activities are free, sponsored by The City of Storm Lake and King’s Pointe Resort. After Kids’ Fest, children will be able to enjoy more fun with free admission to the outdoor waterpark.
Kids’ Fest 2025 is all about providing a unique and memorable experience for our youngest Storm Lakers.
A wet and wild foam party provided by Duck King Fun is one of the most popular attractions for this joyous celebration. Kids can try their hand at a dunk tank and inflatable sports games.
Dazzling magician Mikayla Oz will perform two shows for guests – 12:30 and 2 p.m. at the shelterhouse plaza. In between, dancers from the local studios have been invited to share their talent. Balloon artist extraordinaire Professor Von Air will perform throughout the event, making special creations for children.
All of the City departments will be on hand with informative, educational stations for kids to learn about the environment and more. They can see the big City working equipment up close. Children will be able to plant a seed with the library staff, tour the fire safety house with firefighters, and collect a sweet treat from the Police Department YumVee.
Many local organizations are joining us to offer games, art and activities – all free!
Storm Lake United will host a mini-golf challenge.
Witter Gallery returns with its face painting booth.
Iowa PBS will take part for the first time, featuring STEM activities.
Community Education and Buena Vista University football team athletes will offer a football throw event.
Iowa State University Extension plans a bubble painting station.
Storm Lake Boy Scouts will help children create paper rockets.
Summit Church will bring an inflatable soccer field.
SALUD is planning a photo booth.
BVRMC’s ambulance crew will be on hand for tours and learning.
Several of our local health organizations will be offering games and other fun activities.
Sports equipment will be available to try out the park’s pickleball and mini-pitch soccer courts.
A special visit from high school and college sports mascots will add to the excitement.
The fun doesn’t end when Kids’ Fest is over – guests at the event can pick up a wristband for children age 12 and under to visit King’s Pointe Waterpark free for the remainder of the day. The waterpark will be open until 6 p.m.
“It’s a fun day, a really great day for kids,” Mayor Mike Porsch said. “We invite everyone to come out to Kids’ Fest, and afterward to take the opportunity to experience the waterpark also.”