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 19,
2018
Leinenkugel Golf Invitational
Join us for the 30th annual Leinenkugel Golf Invitational! Golfers will participate in a four-person best shot event at one of the top-rated golf courses in the Cedar Rapids area....
July 2018
Jul 14,
2018
Polo on the Green
Hold your horses for the #PartyoftheSummer! Polo is back and better than ever. Same great cause but a whole new experience.
Join us on Saturday,...
November 2018
Nov 13,
2018
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...
December 2018
Dec 11,
2018
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...