10th Annual Shamrocks and Shenanigans
You can support the life-changing work happening every day at Catholic Charities!
Join us for our 10th annual fundraising event, Shamrocks and Shenanigans!
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 6 p.m.
NEW LOCATION: Glen Oaks Country Club, 1401 Glen Oaks Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Join us for a night of Irish fun while learning about the vital work happening at Catholic Charities. Proceeds benefit the programs and services we offer to support our neighbors in need.
NEW THIS YEAR! Irish Pub Experience – SOLD OUT
Get ready to say sláinte! We are bringing a little slice of Ireland to Des Moines! Join us before the event at 5 p.m. for an unforgettable Irish Pub Experience, featuring a guided Guinness tasting, Irish pub trivia and a commemorative cup to take with you! Space for this exclusive experience is limited! Don’t miss out on the craic (fun) and secure your spot below!
2026 Honored Parish Partners
- St. Francis of Assisi, West Des Moines, IA – St. Francis of Assisi supports the Catholic Charities Emergency Family Shelter by providing monthly meals for shelter guests. Most recently, parishioners also extended their generosity through Angel Tree donations in support of the emergency family shelter.
- Ss. John and Paul, Altoona, IA – Parishioners at Ss. John and Paul gave more than 600 hours of service at the Catholic Charities Food Pantry last year. We are grateful for their commitment to serve those in need.
- St. Pius X, Urbandale, IA – For more than 30 years, St. Pius has partnered with the Catholic Charities Food Pantry to host our annual Giving Thanksgiving event, supporting more than 680 families last year alone. St. Pius consistently contributes hundreds of turkeys to help make this event possible.
Photos from last year’s event!
Become a Sponsor!
Partner with us as a Shamrocks and Shenanigans sponsor! Your sponsorship helps fuel our mission while directly supporting our essential programs and services. As a sponsor, you will receive complimentary tickets to the event, logo and name recognition, and more!
Your ticket will include:
- Dinner and hosted bar (liquor available for purchase).
- Irish fun and games with fabulous prizes.
- Attire: Wear your festive green casual to cocktail attire and compete for the “Wearin’ of the Green” award.
Ticket Options
- $75 – Individual Ticket
- $65 – Young Professional Ticket (40 and under)
- $550 – Table of 8
Ticket Add-Ons
- $30 – Irish Pub Experience (information above)
- $25 – Wall of Luck Ticket*
- $20 – Wine Pull Ticket*
*Also avalible at the event
Questions? Contact Us!
