Saturday, June 22nd, 2024
Begins and ends in Beaverdale, following the Des Moines Trail System.
Make your best poker hand & WIN a prize basket valued at over $100!
All proceeds go towards the Beavedale Fall Festival and the ride supports local businesses along the way!
Current Participating Locations:
- Beaver Tap - Registration and Rider packet pick-up
- Triangle Tap
- Captain Roy's
- Single Speed
- Confluence
- The Dam Pub - Final Stop & Winning Hand Announcement
All participants must review and sign a release of liability waiver at check-in. You can preview the form here.
Early Bird Registration: $25.
Day-Of Registration: $30
Free T-Shirt provided if registering before June 10.
Beaverdale & Beyond Poker Run
Support the Beaverdale Fall Festival on this leisurely poker run with fun stops along the Inter-Urban and John Pat Dorrian/American Discovery Trails. Register by June 10 to get all the perks!
Date and time
Saturday, June 22 | 10 am Rider Check-in
Registration Fee: $25 Early Registration; Day-Of - $30
Location – Check in Here
Beaver Tap
4050 Urbandale Ave.
Refund Policy
Rain or shine, the ride keeps rolling! Beaverdale Fall Festival is unable to issue refunds. In case of severe weather, seek shelter and be safe.
About this ride
Beaverdale & Beyond Poker Run
Join us for a fun, leisurely ride supporting the Beaverdale Fall Festival and participating local businesses along the route. Collect cards to make your best poker hand at participating stops along the route. A poker hand consists of five (5) cards. The ride starts and ends in Beaverdale. Come see why residents proudly proclaim Beaverdale as the “Best Dam Neighborhood” in Des Moines!
Your registration helps support the Beaverdale Fall Festival and includes more than a day of fun with friends. From the moment you check-in until the last call for poker hands, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy food and drink specials along the way. Plus, an official ride tee shirt if registered by June 10, Beaverdale Fall Festival swag, and your first card is on us! Visit any of the stops along the route and receive a card with purchase.
Schedule – visit at least 5 businesses to make your best poker hand!
Saturday, June 22
10 am - Noon: Check-in at Beaver Tap, 4050 Urbandale Ave., Des Moines, 2709 Beaver Ave., Des Moines
Fuel up with Breakfast at Beaver Tap!
10: 30 am – 3:00 pm: Beyond Beaverdale Route Stops (leisure ride – you choose your route - stop anytime at participating local businesses!) Suggested Map/Route
- The Triangle Tap, just off the trail at 2506 Post Street, Des Moines (a purchase earns a card!)
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines (draw a card with purchase!)
- SingleSpeed Brewing, 303 Scott Ave., Des Moines (draw a card with purchase!)
- Confluence Brewing Co., 1235 Thomas Beck Road, Des Moines (draw a card with purchase!)
3:30 pm: Last Call for cards! Round out your poker hand and turn in your Score Sheet at The Dam Pub. Keep the party going…
- The Dam Pub, 2710 Beaver Ave., Des Moines – Winning Hand Announced at 4:00 pm (in the front room space). Must Be Present to Win!
FAQs
How do we register?
Register for the ride here! Sign up by June 1 for early bird pricing of just $25. After June 10 there is no guarantee of a tee shirt. Day Of signs up will be $30.
What is included in the registration fee?
Riders registered by June 1 will receive a Beaverdale & Beyond Tee Shirt, Wristband, Beaverdale Fall Festival Swag, Poker Tally Sheet, Route Map, and your first card! Registration fee increases to $30 day-of (t-shirt not included).
Where do we check-in and pick up ride packets?
Check-in is open 10:00 am – Noon on Saturday, June 22 at Beaver Tap, located in the heart of Beaverdale. During check-in, riders will be required to sign a waiver. Anyone under 18 will require a parent or guardian signature.
How far is the ride?
The entire route is approximately 20 miles, depending on the number of stops you choose along the way. Complete your poker hand by visiting a minimum of five participating businesses along the route. Suggested Route Map
Participating Stops (get a card with purchase):
- Beaver Tap, 4050 Urbandale Ave.
- Triangle Tap, 2506 Post St.
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Rd.
- SingleSpeed Brewing, 303 Scott Ave.
- Confluence Brewing Co., 1235 Thomas Beck Rd.
- The Dam Pub, 2710 Beaver Ave.
Great photo ops along the way:
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Women of Achievement Bridge
- Lauridsen Skatepark
How do we get cards for the poker hand?
Stop at any or all of the participating businesses along the route to draw a card! Your purchase helps support local businesses and the Beaverdale Fall Festival. Five cards makes a poker hand! One card per stop with purchase. Look for the Fall Festival representative at each stop. (They will have a big red balloon.)
Where do we turn in the completed poker run score sheet?
Score sheets must be turned in by 3:30 pm on June 22 at The Dam Pub in Beaverdale. Look for us in the small meeting room in the front!
When will the winning hand be determined?
Score sheets will be validated immediately following the collection of all sheets and the winning hand will be announced at approximately 4:00 pm. Must be present to win. 1st place is a $100 gift card. 2nd place - $50 gift card.
Where can we park?
Parking in the Beaverdale business district is limited. We encourage you to rideshare, park on nearby side streets or ride your bike to the event. Please stroll through the Beaverdale business district and shop locally today or any day!
