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## Trips & Adventures Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: THIRD ANNUAL HIGH RACCOON TRAIL GRAND FONDO - **Description**: To celebrate and experience the High Raccoon Trail (connection between the High Trestle Trail and the Raccoon River Valley Trail). Start Ankeny --High Trestle Trail Woodward --High Raccoon Trail Perry --Raccoon Valley Trail Waukee End of Grand Fon - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 104 - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/third-annual-high-raccoon-trail-grand-fondo/200028842191057 - **Venue**: 10361 NW Irvindale Dr, Ankeny Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kOTQxYjQ5YTU3MDFkYjE0ZDhlYWI5NGMyNjU1M2RjMGMyNmViMGE5YzQ0ZDEwY2RkMDA1NWI1NTlmYWM3ODc5LXJpbWctdzg5NC1oOTU1LWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzgyNjgwNjk5.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: JGF Golf Outing - **Description**: ⛳️🐉 IT'S TIME TO REGISTER! 🐉⛳️ JGF's 2nd Annual Golf Outing is open for registration, and we can't wait to see you at Otter Creek Golf Course on Tuesday, August 4th! This isn't just a golf outing—it's our one and only fundraiser of the year. The support - **Date**: Tue Aug 04 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/jgf-golf-outing/200030244679559 - **Venue**: Otter Creek Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOTg3MGIwMzExYmVkZDg5ZDAzNzMxNzA2ZDU3ODQ5NDljOTQxOWYxZDA5YjM5MWZkZTFmY2QwNmM1NjkzYWJjNi1yaW1nLXcxMDgwLWgxMzUwLWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzgxNTc3Nzc5.avif - **Categories**: sports, golf, trips-adventures, workshops, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Wild About Learning Summer Social at 2 for U Childcare - Ankeny - **Description**: Join us for fun, friendship, and wild adventure at 2 for U Childcare - Ankeny’s Wild About Learning Summer Social — and bring everyone you know! Whether your child is already part of our community or you’re just curious about what we’re all about, every f - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 51 - **Date**: Sat Jul 18 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jul 18 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/wild-about-learning-summer-social-at-2-for-u-childcare-ankeny/200030147719135 - **Venue**: 1670 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNTdjOTAxNDY5ZmEwMWE3YzYxZjQzMjI2NzliZDVlZmQwMDUwZmJkZDQzZjFmM2MzYzI2ZDNkZmE2ZTcwOWY0Yy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NjMtZGNiY2ZkZjktZ21pcj92PTE3ODI2Njg1Mzk.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Third Park Center Pirate ARRRgust Ride - **Description**: To introduce (or re-introduce) all the PC folks to the High Trestle Trail and bridge Start at the Ankeny Yellow House Trailhead, out to the High Trestle Bridge (and back). Easy pace, flat terrain, it's for fun. Multiple potential rest/refreshment stops - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/third-park-center-pirate-arrrgust-ride/200028644913926 - **Venue**: 10361 NW Irvinedale Dr Ankeny IA 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81NzE3MThmNjNlMDI4MmVjMzNlZTlhNDI2NTIzOGFjNDFmNzFmNGYyMjc0OWI2ZDA5ZTU2MGE1NWQwNzMyNzM2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGM3N2JmZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzk4OTg2Mjg.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, sports - **Event Name**: Investing in Multifamily Real Estate with Haverkamp Group - **Description**: Join founder Brent Haverkamp for a conversation surrounding how you can invest in multifamily real estate. Accredited Investors only.About this EventLooking to learn more about alternative investment opportunites? - **Date**: Mon Jul 20 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon Jul 20 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/investing-in-multifamily-real-estate-with-haverkamp-group/100001992580252173 - **Venue**: Attivo Trail - Ankeny - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy84ODIyOTRlMzcwYjU0N2MyMTFkMjJjNWI4MGViNGZlMjRlNTY1YWM3M2QzMjdmOTI1ODE2ZjFkN2I2ZGMyMjI1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2Q1ZDhkYi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODI3Njc4MjQ.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: trips-adventures, nonprofit - **Event Name**: 16th Annual AW SH*T RIDE - **Description**: To relive the epic ride in 2010 that celebrated my 50th with an "easy" 50 mile ride on the High Trestle Trail. Starting at 10:00 giving us plenty of time to visit the stops that have grown up along the route. Why AW SH*T? Ankeny to Woodward See the Hig - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 227 - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/16th-annual-aw-sht-ride/200029206273910 - **Venue**: High Trestle Trail - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy84ZDJjNTliYjcwOGJiYTQyMGQzMWY0NDAxNDIzMGJiMGI4Nzg0MmNlN2JmODRjZGIwYTFhMjhjMWM1ZGU5ODdjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzc4YWNkNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MjA0ODc5OQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, sports ## Trending Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: Ankeny Chamber SummerFest 2026 - **Description**: Ankeny Chamber SummerFest has brought Ankeny and the surrounding metro area together for 3 days of FREE LIVE music, carnival rides, great local food and family fun! Every year, our committee members, staff and volunteers work hard to bring this festival t - **Venue**: 1500 SW Main Street, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/563ef5e1bf998b746ffa73dac6d63d9acd89b71b2a02544f6eee4fbb7a32aba8-rimg-w1200-h676-dc070503-gmir?v=1782836248 - **Event Name**: Sunday Music at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest - **Description**: Ready for some LIVE MUSIC? Join us Sunday, July 12th to hear these bands perform during Ankeny Chamber SummerFest presented by Karl Chevrolet! Sunday Entertainment Garden Sponsor: Premier Credit Union 1:00PM - 2:00PM The Sons of Gladys Kravitz 2:30PM - 4 - **Venue**: 1500 SW Main Street, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/123a5d7495ce4e5cea8a819e0e9493a6e2817426fc8adedc67bfc515ce9a3f8f-rimg-w1200-h676-dc070503-gmir?v=1782744262 - **Event Name**: Sips & Songs - Joshua Sinclair & Jordan Beem - **Description**: Celebrate with live music, cars, and fireworks all in one night 🎆 Sips & Songs in The District 🎶 Joshua Sinclair + Jordan Beem take the BIG stage Gates open at 5:30 PM FREE • All ages welcome Enjoy a fun 4th of July kick-off with Fireworks after th - **Venue**: SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/7d519409e8aedc09bf12ab8bfb53ad00a79dd861c51e1d3bc06ce04918cc4c9e-rimg-w1200-h628-dce8dfd6-gmir?v=1782841461 - **Event Name**: AYP Friday Family Fun Night - **Description**: Friday just got a whole lot more fun! AYP Friday Family Fun Night, presented by Holt Plumbing and Heating, is happening Friday, July 10th from 4–8pm at The Ankeny Market and Pavilion (715 W 1st St) in Uptown Ankeny. Hosted by the Ankeny Young Professiona - **Venue**: Uptown Ankeny - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/99ee081f8ec37bd1f8e2e4f90342e42d1bc35e80202053335b3619073613e0bf-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc31d1c-gmir?v=1782668543 - **Event Name**: Not Quite Brothers at Ankeny SummerFest - **Description**: Not Quite Brothers is Central Iowa's fastest growing cover band. Formed in 2018, the band quickly became known for their huge sound, eclectic setlist and ability to enhance any party. Fans of all ages agree... "it feels like I am watching the band they ar - **Venue**: Ankeny Chamber SummerFest - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/de46755e64fc6da71aaed6ccc11fc4ebe04cd65066af63d3606c725adf7c4fa1-rimg-w1200-h628-dc1e1915-gmir?v=1782644514 - **Event Name**: Saturday Music at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest - **Description**: Come out Saturday, July 11th for FREE LIVE MUSIC during Ankeny Chamber SummerFest presented by Karl Chevrolet! Saturday Entertainment Garden Sponsor: Magee's Irish Pub and Eatery 1:00PM - 2:00PM School of Rock 2:30PM - 4:30PM BS & The Liars 5:00PM - **Venue**: 1500 SW Main Street, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4b2eca501a34b47fedefb4e200582f0f4e84d388f8aa43a012bf7f83c13ad10f-rimg-w1200-h676-dc070503-gmir?v=1782578785 - **Event Name**: Friday Music at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest - **Description**: FREE LIVE MUSIC! These amazing bands will be LIVE on stage and kicking off a 3-day weekend at Ankeny Chamber SummerFest presented by Karl Chevrolet on Friday, July 10th! Friday Entertainment Sponsor: Greater Iowa Credit Union 4PM - 6PM: Orphan Annie & - **Venue**: 1500 SW Main Street, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c894f5d319207f4384b1cd4aec0a69229e9199a218fff888e51c1929859c92fc-rimg-w1200-h676-dc070503-gmir?v=1782304640 - **Event Name**: 2026 Economic Summit - **Description**: Do you have questions about ag trade? We have answers.About this EventIowa Farm Bureau’s 2026 Economic Summit – Trade Crossroads: Forces Shaping the Future of Ag, hosted by Tyne Morgan fr - **Venue**: FFA Enrichment Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6e2926f5c5dfa15946d76d427ef2ba697450b9938e5b21b2d3ee0b4957ac940c-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1774990200 - **Event Name**: Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market: Night Market! - **Description**: 🌱Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market: Night Market! 🌱 Join us for a special Thursday evening edition of the Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market, held at the beautiful Ankeny Market & Pavilion Park, 715 W 1st Street, from 8am-noon! *There will be no markets on Satu - **Venue**: 715 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/0433e5ec880a339940d40a549ddf9f4351e700dbed8da7a004a9a066d1d45bbb-rimg-w1200-h441-dcddcecf-gmir?v=1782668548 ## Browse Trips & Adventures Events by Date - [Trips & Adventures Events Today in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--today) - [Trips & Adventures Events This Weekend in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--this-weekend) - [Trips & Adventures Events in July in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--july) - [Trips & Adventures Events in August in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--august) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** THIRD ANNUAL HIGH RACCOON TRAIL GRAND FONDO (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 08:00 am at 10361 NW Irvindale Dr, Ankeny Iowa 50023), JGF Golf Outing (Tue Aug 04 2026 at 09:00 am at Otter Creek Golf Course), Wild About Learning Summer Social at 2 for U Childcare - Ankeny (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 10:00 am at 1670 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023), Third Park Center Pirate ARRRgust Ride (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 12:00 pm at 10361 NW Irvinedale Dr Ankeny IA 50023), Investing in Multifamily Real Estate with Haverkamp Group (Mon Jul 20 2026 at 05:00 pm at Attivo Trail - Ankeny). - **Q**: What are the top free Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** Investing in Multifamily Real Estate with Haverkamp Group (Mon Jul 20 2026 at 05:00 pm at Attivo Trail - Ankeny). - **Q**: What Trips & Adventures events are happening in Ankeny in July 2026? - **A:** Wild About Learning Summer Social at 2 for U Childcare - Ankeny (Sat Jul 18 2026 at 10:00 am at 1670 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023), Investing in Multifamily Real Estate with Haverkamp Group (Mon Jul 20 2026 at 05:00 pm at Attivo Trail - Ankeny), Goodguys Car Show - Des Moines (Fri, 03 Jul at Iowa State Fair Grandstand), 2026 Education Series: Dynamic Duos (Wed, 29 Jul at 06:00 pm at WineStyles Tasting Station - Ankeny). - **Q**: How can I find Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny include 10361 NW Irvindale Dr, Ankeny Iowa 50023, Otter Creek Golf Course, 1670 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023. - **Q**: What is the price range for Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** Prices for Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny range from USD 41 to USD 41. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny include Johnston Golf Foundation - JGF, 2 For U Childcare and Preschool - Ankeny Campus, Haverkamp Group. - **Q**: Are there any online Trips & Adventures events available? - **A:** Yes, many Trips & Adventures events are available online. 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