Iowa Democratic Party - 3rd Congressional District

Dallas County Cookout
2025-09-01 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | American Legion Park – West Des Moines, 301 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA, 50235
Cookout is a social event with free food for all sponsored by Dallas County Democrats.

Rural Voices Matter
2025-08-27 18:30 | Weldon Community Center, Weldon, IA
Join us for Conversation & Cookies
Our guest speaker will be Jess Piper, Executive Director of Blue Missouri. Known as the “Dirt Road Democrat,” Jess is a former educator and a fierce advocate for public schools and rural communities. Follow her on social media and her Substack, “The View from Rural Missouri.”

Request Absentee Ballot (County Auditor)
2025-08-26 08:00 - 2025-10-20 17:00 | Multiple
Absentee ballots for the November 2025 City-School Election can be requested from your County Auditor:
starting Tuesday, August 26
through 5:00 pm Monday, October 20

Let's Talk Gathering
2025-08-25 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-08-04 | Stoneridge Condos, Clubhouse, 1100 50th St., West Des Moines, IA, 50266
Time to talk, share resources, plan, and act for electing democrats.
You have two time options:
3:30 pm & 6:30 pm

Monroe County Democrats Meeting
2025-08-18 18:30 | Albia Area Chamber of Commerce, 18 S. Main Street, Albia, IA
The Aug. meeting of the Monroe County Democrats will be Monday, Aug. 18 at the Albia Chamber Office on the Square, 18 South Main, rear entrance. The meeting starts at 7 PM, but join us at 6:30 for socializing and optional potluck (food encouraged but not required).

Our guest speaker will be Heather Ryan of Bitches Get Stuff Done. The group is one of the most prominent activist groups in Iowa. Hear about activism across the state and learn about the upcoming town hall tour featuring a stop in Ottumwa. Their FaceBook page is Bxtchesgetstuffdone .

Regional Hall of Fame - Lucas, Monroe, Appanoose, Wappello, Wayne and Davis County
2025-08-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Lucas County Fairground 4-H Exhibit Building, 48293 Hy Vee Road,, Chariton, IA
You are invited to attend the Regional Hall of Fame sponsored by the Iowa Democratic Party on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2-4 PM. The event will highlight county parties and the vital work done by committed volunteers in Lucas, Monroe, Wapello, Wayne, Appanoose, and Davis counties. The location is Lucas County Fairground 4-H Exhibit Building, 48293 Hy Vee Road, Chariton. Enjoy free food, mingle with Dems from the region, meet Rita Hart (IDP Chair), and candidates to be announced. Please register at the following link to help the organizers plan for food.
https://secure.ngpvan.com/UzGERmVx5kyvnCj9t-g5Vw2

Dallas County Cookout
2025-08-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Trindle Park (Van Meter), 3555 Richland Circle, Waukee, IA
Social event with free food for all hosted by Dallas County Democrats

Zach Nunn Empty Chair Town Hall
2025-08-16 10:00 | Creston Depot, 116 W Adams St, Creston, IA, 50891, United States
On Saturday, August 16, at 10 AM, we’re holding a Town Hall in Creston. Rep. Nunn has been invited but since he has not responded and has never held a town hall in the 3rd District, we will record this event and send it to his office. Bring your questions and concerns that you would like to share with him, and we will share any written ones with him too. If you want to be kept updated, you can sign up ahead: https://mobilize.us/s/7Q7dbQ

Senator Ruben Gallego Meet & Greet
2025-08-07 19:00
Join the Polk County Democrats for a Meet & Greet with U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego on Thursday, August 7th at 7:00 PM! Location will be provided upon RSVP (RSVP is required).
U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego is making his way to Iowa, and the Polk County Democrats are proud to host an exclusive meet & greet in his honor. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet one of the Senate’s boldest new voices!
Raised by a single mom, Senator Gallego is a first-generation American, a Marine Corps combat veteran, and a fierce advocate for working families. From the Arizona Statehouse to Congress, and now the U.S. Senate, he’s spent his career fighting for opportunity, fairness, and dignity for all.
Let’s give Ruben Gallego a warm Iowa welcome!
We kindly suggest a $10 donation to help support our ongoing efforts to elect Democrats at every level in Polk County. You can find the link to donate here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/gallegopolkdems
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/jypVCPwABiQddTSB8
We can’t wait to see you there!

West Des Moines Annual BBQ
2025-08-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Raccoon River Park, 2500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Biddle Shelter, Raccoon River Park, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA

Mark your calendar for Aug. 2, 1-4pm, for our annual BBQ picnic at Raccoon River Park at Biddle Shelter (next to the Nature Lodge). This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and every penny counts when we’re helping get Democrats elected.

Filing Period for 2026 Primary Election (State and Federal Offices)
2026-02-23 08:00 - 2026-03-13 17:00
For State and Federal offices, the filing period for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election is
February 23 – March 13, 2026 (5:00 p.m.)

Each candidate must file an affidavit of candidacy and nomination petitions with the county
auditor for county offices or with the Secretary of State’s Office for federal and state offices. The
affidavit of candidacy and nomination petitions must be filed together or they will be rejected.
Copies of nomination papers are available at the county auditor’s office or on the Secretary of
State’s website: sos.iowa.gov/elections/primary-election

Dallas County Cookout (Adel)
2025-07-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Evan Park Shelter, S 11th and Cassidy Curve, Adel, IA
Social event for friends sponsored by DAalas Co. Democrats
Free food

Cancer In Monroe County
2025-07-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Albia First Christian Church, 203 Washington Ave., Albia, IA, 52531
Cancer in Monroe County
(Cancer in Iowa Listening Tour)
Iowa has the second-highest cancer rate in the U.S., and we are among the only two states where cancer rates are increasing.
The Iowa Environmental Council and The Harkin Institute announced the launch of a new initiative that explores the relationship between environmental risk factors and cancer rates in Iowa. The initiative combines a rigorous review of existing academic research about environmental risk factors and their sources with a statewide campaign to listen to, understand, and amplify Iowans’ own lived experiences with cancer.
On July 8, we’re coming to the Albia First Christian Church to hear from Monroe County residents (although folks from any county are welcome to attend).
Have you or your family been impacted by cancer? Join us to:

hear a short presentation about cancer and health data in Monroe County;
learn about a new project that explores the links between cancer and environmental risk factors;
share your own story and listen to others’ stories.

Attendance is free and open to the public, but registration is required for all attendees.
Listening sessions are hosted by the Iowa Environmental Council, The Harkin Institute, and the Iowa Farmers Union.
RSVP for the Monroe County Listening Session

Dallas County Cookout (Perry)
2025-06-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Wiese Park, 1800 Patee Street, Perry, IA
Social event with free food sponsored by Dallas Co. Democrats

3rd District Central Committee Meeting – 2025 Q2
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Lenox Community Building, 210 E Dallas St., Lennox, IA
The second quarter meeting of the 3rd District Democratic Central Committee will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

West Des Moines Democrats
2025-06-16 18:30 | Gilroy’s Kitchen & Pub, 1238 8th St., West Des Moines, IA, United States
June Monthly Meeting

No Kings Rally (Creston)
2025-06-14 10:00 | Zach Nunn Congressional Office (Creston), 208 W, Taylor St., Creston, IA, 50801
Rally for all

Bell Tower Festival and Parade
2025-06-12 - 2025-06-14 | 101 Ram Dr., 101 Ram Drive, Jefferson, IA, 50129
Bell Tower Festival starts Thursday night kick-off and runs all day Friday around the square into the night.
The parade starts line-up at 10 am Saturday at the middle school, starts at 11 am up Chestnut Street and turns right on Lincoln Way to the Fair Grounds.
Bell Tower Festival continues on Saturday around the square. draws huge crowds, multiple lunch trucks and food venues, vendor tents, and carnival rides. Movies will be playing at our theater Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday matinee.
Fun for all!

Johnston Area Democrats
2025-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Cozy Cafe, 8385 Birchwood Ct., Johnston, IA, United States

SE Dallas County Democrats
2025-06-10 06:30 - 17:00 | Prairie View School, 575 SE University, Waukee, IA, United States

East Polk Democrats
2025-06-09 18:00 | Altoona Community Center, 6615 NE 41st Ave, Altoona, IA

Grimes and Polk City Democrats
2025-06-05 18:00 | Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA, 50111

Westside Democrats June Meeting
2025-06-04 18:00 - 19:30 | The Station, 3124 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA
Scheduled monthly meeting

East Des Moines and Heart of Des Moines Democrats
2025-06-04 18:00 | Chuck’s Restaurant, 3610 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50313

Jennifer Konfrst Visit
2025-06-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Chariton Public Library, 803 Braden Ave, Chariton, IA, 50049
Lucas County Democrats host Jennifer Konfrst at the Chariton Public Library on Tuesday, June 3, at 3:30 pm.

West Des Moines May Monthly Meeting
2025-05-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Gilroy’s Kitchen on Eighth St., 1238 Eighth St., West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States

Rally 4 the Library
2025-05-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Drake Library – Centerville, 115 Drake Ave, Centerville, IA, 52544
Support our local library!
Join the rally organized by Indivisible Appanoose County on Thursday, May 29, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Drake Library in Centerville.

NW Des Moines Democrats May Monthly Meeting
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Felix and Oscars, 4050 Merle Hay Rd., Des Moines, IA, United States

Plumbers & Steamfitters May Monthly Meeting
2025-05-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Local 33, 2501 Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50321
