Drake Hoops Fest

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025 5:30 p.m.

Location: Brenton Skating Plaza, 520 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Event Information

Description

Drake Basketball is set to return to Downtown Des Moines on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Bulldog basketball will be back in the heart of Iowa's capital city from 5:30 to 8 p.m. as part of the annual Drake Hoops Fest presented by DMOS. The night will commence with a youth clinic from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. led by student-athletes on the Drake men's and women's basketball teams. Youth Bulldogs can register for the clinic here. Basketball events will begin at 6:30 p.m. and include team introductions and hoops related contests. The evening will conclude in exciting fashion with a drone light show. Fans will be able to satisfy their cravings with various food and beverage trucks, including beer. The specific lineup of dining options has yet to be determined. Spectators are encouraged to park in the garage located on Locust Street and 2nd Street, or find available parking on the surrounding streets, except for Robert D. Ray Drive which will be closed from Grand Avenue to Des Moines Street for the night's events. Fan giveaways will be available thanks to Drake Athletics partners. Patrons will also have the opportunity to purchase Drake hoops season tickets and gear from the Bulldog Shop.

Neighborhoods

Historic East Village, Market District, Western Gateway

Host Organization

Des Moines' HometownTeam

Website

https://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2025/9/11/drake-athletics-drake-hoops-fest-to-return-to-downtown-des-moines-on-oct-2.aspx

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Pricing Information

Free

Contact

Colin Salig
(515) 271-2619
colin.salig@drake.edu