🍂 September 19-20, 2025 🍂
Join the Fun at Des Moines' Favorite Neighborhood Celebration!
The Beaverdale Fall Festival is bringing back all your favorite competitions and adding some exciting new ones! Whether you're a baker, a dog lover, a cornhole champion, or a trivia master, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
🍎 Apple Baking Competition
Presented by Dinner Delights
Show off your best apple creation in the first annual Fall Festival Baking Competition! Bring your apple muffins, breads, or bars to Dinner Delights (2713 Beaver Ave.) on Saturday, September 20, between 8 AM and 12 PM. Judging begins at 1 PM based on 80% taste and 20% appearance.
- Registration: Free (closes September 18)
- Prizes: $40 gift card (1st), $25 (2nd), $10 (3rd)
🐕 Dog Parade
Presented by Snookies Malt Shop
This paw-some event is back! Dress your furry friend as "what does your dog love?" and compete in three categories: Best Overall, Best Dog & Owner Duo, and People's Choice.
- When: Saturday, September 20 at 9:15 AM
- Check-in: 8:50 AM at Beaverdale Books parking lot
- Entry Fee: $10 (includes dog bandana) - Register by Sept 14
- Route: 0.6 miles through Beaverdale
🌽 Cornhole Tournament
Presented by Buresh Home Solutions
Grab a teammate for the fourth annual Beaverdale Bags Tournament! Limited to 32 teams, so register early.
- When: Saturday, September 20 at 2 PM
- Cost: $40 per team ($20/player)
- Check-in: 1:30 PM
- Bonus: Each participant gets 1 free drink at the Main Beer Tent
🧠 Team Trivia
Presented by Buresh Home Solutions
Test your knowledge at the 2025 Team Trivia challenge!
- When: Friday, September 19 at 6:30 PM
- Where: Medicap Pharmacy parking lot (Acanthus Lodge if rain)
- Cost: $30/team (max 6 people per team)
- Limit: 22 teams maximum
🔍 Kids & Family Scavenger Hunt
Presented by The Rook Room
Help find Baxter Beaver, the festival's mascot, in this free, all-day adventure! Perfect for kids and families of all ages.
- When: All day Saturday, September 20
- How to Play: Pick up clue sheet at info tent, find Baxter around the festival, collect secret words
- Prize: Beaverdale prize package for completed entries
Ready to Join the Fun?
Don't miss out on these exciting competitions at the Beaverdale Fall Festival!
📅 Mark Your Calendar: September 19-20, 2025