Upcoming Events
January 2017
Jan 13,
2017
Black Tie - Fire and Ice
Variety- the Children’s Charity is hosting its 32nd annual Black Tie gala, “Fire & Ice” January 13, 2017 featuring guest speaker Jay Williams. Williams...
Jan 17,
2017
Young Variety Members Only Networking
Network with industry leaders at this Young Variety members only networking event.
Select Variety board members from an array of industries will be...
February 2017
Feb 4,
2017
Des Moines Sweetheart Charity Date Auction
Single? Looking for a Valentine's date? Join us for the 6th annual Des Moines Sweetheart Date Night Auction!
This super fun event for singles and young...
Feb 11,
2017
Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance - Afternoon Dance
Please join us for the fourth annual Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance presented by COUNTRY Financial of Central Iowa, a Valentine's fundraising event created...
Feb 11,
2017
Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance - Evening Dance- SOLD OUT
Please join us for the fourth annual Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance presented by COUNTRY Financial of Central Iowa, a Valentine's fundraising event created...
March 2017
Mar 4,
2017
43rd Annual Variety Telethon March 4 and 5
Description: Since 1975, Iowans have joined together to contribute their time, talent and hearts to the annual Variety Telethon. Telethon is the foundation...
Mar 10,
2017
28th Annual Spirits of Spring presented by NextEra Energy Duane Arnold
NOTE: Online registration has closed. Tickets will be available at the door.
Join us for Variety's 28th Annual Spirits of Spring presented by NextEra Energy Duane...
April 2017
Apr 29,
2017
Savor Des Moines
Online ticket sales have closed. Tickets will be available at the door for $50 per person.
Join us Saturday, April 29 for Savor Des Moines, an evening of culinary sampling featuring appetizers and cocktails from the best restaurants...
May 2017
May 18,
2017
Miller Lite Golf Invitational
Enjoy a round of golf and support Iowa children at the same time! The Miller Lite Golf Invitational is Thursday, may 18 at echo Valley Country Club....
July 2017
Jul 15,
2017
Polo on the Green
TIckets are no longer available. The 21st annual Polo on the Green is sold out.
It’s the #partyofthesummer! Please save the date for the 21st annual polo...
August 2017
Aug 15,
2017
Leinenkugel Golf Invitational
Join us Tuesday, August 15, for a great day of golf to support the children of Eastern Iowa! Morning and afternoon tee times are available. Shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. or...
September 2017
November 2017
Nov 15,
2017
Two Days of Compassion (Cedar Rapids)
Two Days of Compassion is a two-day event that raises funds for the Variety Compassion Fund. The Variety Compassion Fund benefits critically ill children & their families at UnityPoint...
December 2017
Dec 12,
2017
Two Days of Compassion (Des Moines)
Two Days of Compassion raises funds for the Variety Compassion Fund. The Variety Compassion Fund benefits critically ill children & their families at Blank...
January 2018
Jan 19,
2018
Variety Black Tie
Start spreading the news! Variety’s Black Tie Gala, New York, New York is set for January 19.
Black tie is a gala evening emceed by Des Moines native David Anthony Higgins, known for his role...
February 2018
Feb 10,
2018
Des Moines Sweetheart Charity Date Auction Presented by Iowa Diamond
Single? Looking for a Valentine's date? Join us for the 7th annual Des Moines Sweetheart Date Night Auction!
This super fun event for singles and...
Feb 17,
2018
Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance - Afternoon Dance
Please join us for the fifth annual Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance, a Valentine's fundraising event created exclusively for central Iowa mothers and their children to support Variety - the...
Feb 17,
2018
Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance - Evening Dance
The Evening Dance is SOLD OUT. Tickets are still available for the Afternoon Dance and can be purchased here.
Please join us for the fifth annual Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance,...
March 2018
Mar 3,
2018
Variety Telethon
Description: Since 1975, Iowans have joined together to contribute their time, talent and hearts to the annual Variety Telethon. Telethon is the foundation...
Mar 16,
2018
Spirits of Spring Presented by NextEra Energy Duane Arnold
Online TIcket orders have closed. If you would like to purchase tickets, they will be available at the event.
Spring it on! Join us for Variety's 29th Annual Spirits of Spring...
April 2018
Apr 14,
2018
Savor Des Moines
Celebrate spring in style Saturday, April 14 for Savor Des Moines. Savor is an evening of sampling signature food and drink from local restaurants, bars, and breweries. Attendees enjoy a night of...
May 2018
May 17,
2018
Miller Lite Golf Invitational
Enjoy an afternoon on the course to support underprivileged, at-risk and special needs children. Lunch by Hy-Vee and dinner by Fareway is provided along...
June 2018
Jun 9,
2018
HEROES with Heart - A Community Celebration
HEROES with Heart is a community event that celebrates Variety and the Eastern Iowa children we serve. The event is also a culmination of a six-week...
Jun 19,
2018
Leinenkugel Golf Invitational
Noon- We are still set to tee of at 1:00!
9:00 a.m. - We are still on to golf. Please check back for updates as the morning progresses.
Foursomes are SOLD OUT! Sponsorship...
July 2018
Jul 14,
2018
Polo on the Green - SOLD OUT
Get signed up to bid and view auction items here: http://Polo2018.givesmart.com.
Hold your horses for the #PartyoftheSummer! Polo is back and...
September 2018
Sep 6,
2018
Variety Stag (Des Moines) - SOLD OUT
Gather your friends, colleagues and clients for Variety's 11th annual men's only Stag event on September 6 at Talons of Tuscany (NOTE, new location). The evening includes...
Sep 13,
2018
Variety Stag (Cedar Rapids)
Gather your friends, colleagues and clients and join us for Eastern Iowa's 1st MEN'S ONLY stag event! The evening includes beverage sampling from a...
November 2018
Nov 2,
2018
Young Variety Charity Concert
Tickets are no longer available online. Tickets are available at the door. Enjoy the show.
Young Variety presents a charity concert at Noce in downtown Des...
Nov 13,
2018
Two Days of Compassion (Cedar Rapids)
Caring for a critically ill child is difficult; emotionally, physically and financially. As a parent, imagine worrying about all the time you are taking off...
December 2018
Dec 11,
2018
Two Days of Compassion (Des Moines)
Imagine you are an expectant parent. You are counting down the days until your baby joins your family, and are busy preparing for that day. Suddenly, your world gets...
January 2019
Jan 18,
2019
Variety Black Tie
Kick off the new year by celebrating Variety's past, present and future at Variety's Black Tie Gala. This gala evening starts at 6:00 p.m. with a social...
Jan 26,
2019
Mommy & Me: Sweetheart Dance
Celebrate with your little sweethearts at the Mommy and Me Dance! This dance is for central Iowa moms and their kiddos and all proceeds benefit Variety and our...
February 2019
Feb 9,
2019
Des Moines Sweetheart Charity Date Auction
Save the date for the Des Moines sweetheart Charity Date Auction! 20 fabulous Des Moines singles will be auctioned off to support Variety's mission. ...
March 2019
Mar 9,
2019
Variety Telethon
Save the dates for the 2019 Variety Telethon. Learn more about Telethon here.
Mar 15,
2019
Spirits of Spring
Save the date for Eastern Iowa's premier sampling event, Spirits of Spring on March 15, 2019.
Discounted overnight accommodations are available at...
Mar 30,
2019
Savor Des Moines
Get ready to sip and savor selections from some of Des Monies' best bars, wineries, breweries and restaurants. #SupportVarietyKids
June 2019
Jun 18,
2019
Leinenkugel Golf Invitational
Save the date for the 2019 Leinenkugel Golf Invitational!
July 2019
Jul 13,
2019
Polo on the Green - Wait List
Register to get on the wait list for the 2019 #CoolestPartyoftheSummer. Once we offer first right of refusal to our 2018 guests, you will have first...