S'mores & Pours 2026

Camp vibes. Grown-up pours. Big impact for local youth. Join Camp Fire Heart of Iowa for a relaxed, camp-inspired party supporting opportunities for central Iowa youth.

DATE AND TIME

Thu, September 24, 2026

6:00 PM – 8:30 PM CDT

LOCATION

Izaak Walton League of Des Moines

4343 George Flagg Pkwy

Des Moines, IA 50321

United States

Register

DETAILS

Join Camp Fire Heart of Iowa for a relaxed, camp-inspired party supporting opportunities for central Iowa youth. Come as you are and enjoy an evening featuring dinner, drinks, live music, a silent auction, wine pull, and, of course, s’mores. Bring a partner, gather a group of friends or invite your colleagues. You’ll meet people who care about strengthening our community while enjoying a fun evening. YOUR TICKET INCLUDES • Appetizers and a buffet-style dinner featuring beef and chicken entrées • Desserts from a local bakery • Two drink tickets, plus water, coffee, tea and other nonalcoholic options • A s’mores bar with all the campfire favorites • Live piano music throughout the evening by Sue Ballard • Stories from Camp Fire’s camp director and young people who have experienced Camp Fire programs • Opportunities to participate in the wine pull, silent auction, custom cocktail fundraiser, dollar impact board and other activities WHY IT MATTERS Each year, more than 1,600 kids and teens experience Camp Fire programs. Your participation helps Camp Fire Heart of Iowa create welcoming, inclusive spaces where young people can connect with themselves, their community and nature. Proceeds support summer camp, school-year programs, outdoor experiences and other opportunities that help young people build confidence, relationships and a sense of belonging. WHAT TO WEAR Dress is "camp casual" and comfortable—jeans are welcome. INFORMATION The Isaak Walton League building is fully wheelchair accessible. Registration closes 9/17/26 or when tickets sell out. Questions? Contact Owen Ballard, campfire@campfireiowa.org, 515-274-1501.

TICKETS Selected during registration

General Admission

$75.00 (1 Attendee)

Young Professional (Under 35)

$50.00 (1 Attendee)

Non-Profit Professional/Educator

$50.00 (1 Attendee)

Attend & Sponsor a Community Guest

$150.00 (1 Attendee)

Includes one general-admission ticket for you and one ticket that Camp Fire will provide to an emerging community member.

Sponsor a Community Guest

$75.00 (1 Attendee)

This option does not include admission for the purchaser. Camp Fire will use your sponsorship to invite a camp counselor, seasonal employee, educator, nonprofit professional, volunteer or emerging community leader who might not otherwise be able to attend