Event Series: Waterfest 2026 – Excelsior Springs

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Waterfest 2026 – Excelsior Springs

June 27 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Get ready for two full days of summer fun in the heart of downtown Excelsior Springs!
Waterfest 2026 returns on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, bringing together live music, family entertainment, unique events, great food, and unforgettable community spirit. This beloved annual festival has something for everyone—from kids’ activities and interactive attractions to live performances, vendors, parades, and more.
Spend your weekend exploring everything downtown has to offer, including:
• Live music and evening entertainment
• Kids Splash Zone and family-friendly activities
• Parade, contests, and signature Waterfest traditions
• Over 100 vendors and local shopping
• Car Show, Motorcycle Show, and special events throughout the weekend
• Food, drinks, and nonstop summer vibes
Whether you’re a longtime local or a first-time visitor, Waterfest is the perfect way to celebrate summer in Excelsior Springs with friends and family.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026

QUILT SHOW – 10AM-4PM
BOOTHS OPEN – 4PM-9PM
KIDS SPLASH ZONE – 4PM-8PM
KIDS FUN & GAMES – 4PM-8PM
BEER GARDEN OPEN – 4PM-11PM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 5:30PM
TROLLEY RIDES – 6PM-8PM
LIL’ MISS & MR WATERFEST – 5:30-6:30PM
WATERFEST SUMMER JAM – 7PM-11PM

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026

WATERFEST PARADE – 9:30AM
BOOTHS OPEN – 10AM-9PM
KIDS SPLASH ZONE – 10AM-8PM
KIDS FUN & GAMES – 10AM-8PM
QUILT SHOW – 10AM-4PM
CAR, HOT ROD, & TRUCK SHOW – 10:30AM
MOTORCYCLE SHOW – 10:30AM
BEER GARDEN OPEN – 10AM-11PM
ZUMBA WITH THERESA & PAM – 11AM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 11AM
WATER FIGHT W/ ROTARY – 1PM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 1PM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 3PM
TROLLEY RIDES – 4PM-8PM
SOUTHERN BREEZE – 4:30PM-6:30PM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 5PM
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES – 6PM-9PM
ES IDOL COMPETITION – 7PM-9PM
FRIENDS OF THE WELLS WALKING TOUR – 7PM
JOSH COLLINS – 9PM-11PM

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