Upcoming Events
January 2018
Jan 19,
2018
Variety Black Tie
This is the 2018 Black Tie event. If you would like to purchase tickets to the 2019 Black Tie gala, click here.
Start spreading the news! Variety’s Black Tie Gala, New York, New York is...
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
Find your valentine early this year at the 8th annual Des Moines Sweetheart Charity Date Auction! This year's auction is Saturday, February 9, from 6:00 p.m....
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
You’re invited to taste the Spirits of Spring with Variety - the Children’s Charity of Iowa. Fine wines, beers and liquors from this region and beyond will be...
Mar 30,
2019
Savor Des Moines
Registrations has closed. Tickets will be available at the door for $45 (same as advance tickets).
Get ready to sip and savor selections from some of...
May 2019
May 16,
2019
Miller Lite Golf Invitational
Golf FORE the kids! This year's Miller Lite Golf Invitational features a four-man best ball with bogey maximum on each hole and a two-putt maximum....
July 2019
Jul 13,
2019
Polo on the Green
Join us for the 23rd Annual Polo on the Green. Polo on the Green is Des Moines' #CoolestPartyoftheSummer. We are back at Powder River Ranch for an...
September 2019
Sep 12,
2019
Des Moines Stag Event 2019
Gather your friends, colleagues and clients for Variety's 12th annual men's only Stag event on September 12th at Academy Roofing. NOTE, new location)....
Sep 26,
2019
Stag (Cedar Rapids)
Get your tickets today to Eastern Iowa's men's only Stag. This event sold out last year, so be sure to purchase a table early.
The evening...
December 2019
Dec 10,
2019
Two Days of Compassion - Eastern Iowa
Caring for a critically ill child is difficult; mentally, emotionally and financially. The Compassion Fund allows front line social workers to identify...
Dec 10,
2019
Two Days of Compassion - Central Iowa
Caring for a critically ill child is difficult; mentally, emotionally and financially. The Compassion Fund allows front line social workers to identify...
January 2020
Jan 17,
2020
Feast for Your Senses
Experience a sumptuous evening and immersive journey through your senses. You’ll leave feeling contented, engaged, enlightened and...
February 2020
Feb 8,
2020
Charity Date Auction
Don't miss out on an evening of fun at the 8th annual Des Moines Charity Date Auction! This year's auction is Saturday, Feb. 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Jasper...
Feb 29,
2020
Telethon
May 2020
May 9,
2020
Mommy & Me Dance
June 2020
Jun 9,
2020
Eastern Iowa Golf Invitational
July 2020
Jul 18,
2020
Polo on the Green
September 2020
Sep 10,
2020
Stag - Central Iowa
Sep 15,
2020
Heart Luncheon
Sep 24,
2020
Stag - Eastern Iowa
December 2020
Dec 8,
2020
Two Days of Compassion - Central Iowa