BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark is back for a third year! In partnership with the Iowa Pork Producers Association, we're turning up the heat on this year's competition. This family-friendly event promises a day filled with mouthwatering BBQ, ice-cold drinks, live music, and fun for all ages. Here's what you can expect:
Talented BBQ enthusiasts from all over Iowa will showcase their skills in a heated competition for the title of Grand Champion and nearly $12,000 in rewards.
Wash down everything with a selection of craft beers from your favorite local breweries like Big Grove Brewery, Reclaimed Rails, and Jefferson County Ciderworks.
Listen to local artists Sierra Griggs and Drew Fry.
Join a special grilling lesson from Netflix's BBQ Showdown Champion and local Iowan, Thyron Mathews.
Attending this event directly benefits our community. Proceeds and donations will go to local food pantries, helping those in need access nutritious meals.
This family-friendly 5K and Kids Run is packed with fun and unforgettable moments! The race starts just outside Principal Park, runs through downtown Des Moines, and finishes on home plate. Whether you're running for speed, smiles, or snacks — this is one race you won’t want to miss!
5K begins at 9:00 AMKids Run begins at 10:15 AM
Take advantage of special family pricing and sign up now for the lowest registration rates—prices will go up!
Registration is now open! Step up to the plate and join us for the Cubbie Bear 5K and Kids Run on Sunday, July 13th.
Built around power hitting and defensive hustle, Home Run Derby X is making it's Des Moines debut Saturday, August 30 with marquee names taking the stage. But what is it?
Home Run Derby X is an exciting 3-on-3 co-ed competition, with each team consisting of two MLB legend and a female player from the softball and baseball world. Each game will take about 30 minutes, giving two teams the chance to go head to head, earning points on offense for home runs hit during a 2 minute and 30 second at bat, and on defense for catches on the field. Bonus points are earned by hitting home runs through a centerfield target. During each at bat, batters can call for a hot streak of 5 swings where everything counts double. In the final minute of an at bat, batters can tag in a teammate to finish with a flourish.
The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. It's that simple.
