College Football Watch Parties
Looking for the best spot in Des Moines to catch college football this season? Big Grove Brewery Des Moines is your official Game Day destination! Whether you bleed Black and Gold or you're repping the Cardinal and Gold, we’re bringing the ultimate tailgate energy to every kickoff. As the official craft brewery of the Iowa Hawkeyes, we proudly showcase every Iowa game, and we never miss a beat with Iowa State Cyclone watch parties all season long.
Cy-Hawk Showdown: The Ultimate Street Party!
The biggest rivalry in the state deserves the biggest celebration in Des Moines! Join us Saturday, September 12 for an all-day Iowa vs. Iowa State Cy-Hawk Street Tailgate Party right outside Big Grove Des Moines.
• Party Starts: 3:00 PM
• Kickoff: 6:30 PM
Pro Tip: Bring your own lawn chair to claim your spot early!
What’s Happening:
• Massive LED Screen: Watch the Hawkeyes and Cyclones battle it out on an enormous outdoor LED display.
• Mobile Bar & Grill: Outside food and fresh-poured craft beer so you never miss a play standing in line.
• Music: Local beats to get the party started before kickoff.
• Family Fun: Face painting, kids' activities, and games for fans of all ages.
Private Events
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For more information and availability, please submit your event details and our team will follow-up with you shortly. We are available for private events 7 days a week through all service windows.
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Directions and Parking
We have two parking lots on the North and South sides of the Cresent Building in addition to the gravel lot across from our friends at Lua Brewing. There is street parking in along 16th St. and Linden St.
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