33rd Annual Des Moines Gala: Sneakers and Sparkles

Schedule

Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Iowa Events Center | Des Moines, IA

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Bring Hope, Strength and JOY to Iowa children and their families when it is needed most.
Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Iowa Event Center in downtown Des Moines for an unforgettable evening filled with glitz, glam, and giving. Guests will enjoy a sparkling celebration featuring dinner, live and silent auctions, and heartwarming wish stories that celebrate hope, strength and joy!
Wondering what to wear? Check our our Inspiration Page: https://pin.it/70phdvl5c

Sponsorships and Tables are on sale now. Individual tickets will be available in March based on availability.
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Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1302, United States

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