Greater Des Moines is hosting the Central States Shrine Association Ceremonial Session this week in West Des Moines. The event will welcome 600 Shriners from across the region, including six Imperial Officers representing the International Shrine Center. The session will include private sessions and several public activities meant to showcase the spirit and community engagement of the Shriners.   

Public events include:
Thursday

• Parking lot party: Guests and the public are invited to the parking lot party featuring live music, food, and drinks from 5-10 p.m. in the Za Ga Zig Shrine parking lot in Altoona. Tickets are $20 per person.  

Friday

• Drone Show: From 8-10 a.m. at the Za Gag Zig Shrine.  
• Motor Corps competition: Competitions will kick off at 9 a.m. at Prairie Meadows, offering displays of precision and performance. Competition will last until about 1 p.m.

Saturday

• Parade: The week’s festivities culminate with a public parade from 9-11 a.m. The parade will be around Valley Stadium going down Mills Civic Parkway, Fuller Road and 35th Street.