Special Olympics Iowa to Host Truck Convoy on October 17
10/14/2026~ The public is invited to join Iowa’s compassionate army of truck drivers as they participate in the Special Olympics Truck Convoy ~
West Des Moines, Iowa – On Saturday, October 17, the Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Iowa will bring together over 100 truck drivers and semis in support of Special Olympics athletes. The Truck Convoy is an annual event that raises money for Special Olympics athletes and the many programs Special Olympics Iowa offers.
Trucks will start to line up at 8:30 a.m. with the Convoy beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Veterans Parkway, exit 101 off the Highway 5 bypass in West Des Moines. A live auction takes place prior to the departure of the Convoy, where bidders battle for the coveted three lead spots in the Convoy.
The Convoy departs, heading east, and will continue east on Highway 5/65 to the University Avenue exit. It will then take University Avenue west and enter the Iowa State Fairgrounds at the 33rd Street entrance.
“It is incredible to watch a parade of more than 100 semis rolling through Des Moines in support of Special Olympics Iowa,” shared Maddie Cory, Director of Law Enforcement Torch Run. “The trucking industry is amazing advocates of Special Olympics, and we look forward to this event every year to see the large turnout of truck drivers and their families. There’s truly nothing else like it.”
The trucks are expected to arrive at the Fairgrounds around 11:30 a.m. where lunch, music, and awards will be provided at the Alliant Energy pavilion. As the trucks arrive at the fairgrounds, they will be welcomed by Special Olympics Iowa athletes, families, friends, supporters, law enforcement officers, the Special Olympics community, and the organizations and companies that make up the trucking industry. The public is invited to join in welcoming the Convoy at the Iowa State Fairgrounds with signs, pom poms, and cheers!
There is a $125 cost per convoy participant. All proceeds from the Truck Convoy will benefit Special Olympics Iowa and help continue providing year-round athletic, health, education, and leadership programming for over 9,800 Special Olympics Iowa athletes and Unified partners.
Event Details
What: Special Olympics Iowa Truck Convoy
When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm)
Where: Begins at Veterans Parkway, exit 101 off the Highway 5 bypass in West Des Moines and event ends at the Iowa State Fairgrounds
