Dinner in the Greenhouse

Friday, November 13th, 2026

City of Des Moines Greenhouse, 1553 Maury Street, Des Moines, Iowa

DATE AND TIME

Fri, November 13, 2026

6:00 PM – 9:30 PM CST

LOCATION

City of Des Moines Greenhouse

1553 Maury Street

Des Moines, Iowa 50317

United States

ATTIRE

Cocktail or Garden Party Chic

DETAILS

Join Friends of Des Moines Parks for an unforgettable evening at Dinner in the Greenhouse, a one-of-a-kind fundraising event celebrating community and supporting Des Moines' green spaces.

Set within the City of Des Moines Greenhouse amidst a sea of poinsettias, guests will enjoy a four-course, farm-to-table dinner by local chefs Grant Gillon and Aaron Holt, expertly paired with fine wines by sommelier Sarah Pritchard.

The evening offers exquisite food, wine, and the opportunity to connect with fellow supporters of Des Moines Parks and Recreation. Proceeds directly benefit Friends of Des Moines Parks, with sponsorships funding enhancements to parks, trails, and programs.

Proceeds from Dinner in the Greenhouse directly benefit Friends of Des Moines Parks. Your generous support will help fund essential enhancements and programming for our local parks, ensure our trail system remains accessible and safe, and expand recreational offerings for all community members.

TICKETS Selected during registration

Gold Sponsor

$5,000.00 (8 Attendees)

Enjoy elevated recognition and hospitality as a Gold Sponsor. Your sponsorship includes a reserved table for eight guests with VIP table service, recognition during the event, and acknowledgement in the event program and across all pre-event promotions. Gold Sponsors will also be recognized on the Friends of Des Moines Parks website and thanked in post-event communications.

Silver Sponsor

$2,500.00 (4 Attendees)

Receive meaningful visibility as a Silver Sponsor, including reserved seating for four guests and recognition in the event program and all pre-event promotions. Silver Sponsors will also be acknowledged on the Friends of Des Moines Parks website and thanked in post-event communications.

Bronze Sponsor

$1,000.00 (2 Attendees)

Support the event as a Bronze Sponsor and receive reserved seating for two guests, recognition in the event program, and acknowledgement on the Friends of Des Moines Parks website.

Tickets for Two

$500.00 (2 Attendees)

Includes reserved dinner seating for 2 guests.

Single Ticket

$250.00 (1 Attendee)

Includes reserved dinner seating for 1 guest.

Contact sarah@friendsofdmparks.org if you have any questions regarding dietary restrictions.

Meet Your Culinary Creators

Chef Grant Gillon rose to fame as a winner of Gordon Ramsay's Master Chef, where he showcased his skill, creativity, and passion for cooking. Since his Master Chef victory, Grant has continued to wow diners with his ability to combine bold flavors and fresh, local ingredients. His dedication to excellence and flair for creating memorable dishes make him a standout in Iowa's culinary scene.

Aaron Holt is the chef and owner of Catering by Doolittle Farm, a business built on the farm-to-table model. A decorated chef, his accolades include the 2018 Iowa Restaurant Association’s Chef of the Year, the 2019 Morsel Combat People's Choice award, and the 2022 Taste of Elegance award. He took over his family’s century farm in 2018 with a goal of providing a sustainable food future through regenerative agriculture.

Sarah Pritchard has more than two decades of experience in food, wine, and hospitality. As the former owner of Table 128, she developed a 150+ bottle wine program that earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence four consecutive years and passed her Level 1 Sommelier examination. Her passion for wine has taken her around the world, visiting more than 100 wineries and working two harvests, experiences that have shaped her appreciation for the people, places, and stories behind every bottle. She brings that perspective and a genuine love of pairing great wine with great food and conversation to the event.