Iowa Rock ’n Roll Music Association Announces Rock4Vets Concert Series Honoring Veterans

The Iowa Rock ’n Roll Music Association (Iowa Rock) will host three Rock4Vets concerts across Iowa in November to honor military veterans through live music, community partnerships, and special tributes. Veterans will receive free admission with a valid military ID.

The series will visit Red Oak on November 7, West Des Moines on November 11, and Arnolds Park on November 13. Each event will feature live entertainment, color guard presentations and fundraising activities.

“Music has a unique way of bringing people together, and Rock4Vets gives us an opportunity to recognize and thank the men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy as Americans and recognize that those freedoms come with sacrifice. We’re proud to bring our communities together through music to honor our veterans and show our appreciation for all they have done to protect those freedoms.”  Mindy Spinks, Operations Manager, Iowa Rock ’n Roll Music Association

Red Oak on November 7th

The series opens at the Wilson Performing Arts Center, 300 Commerce Drive, with a concert featuring many Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame Inductees. There will also be a silent auction, organized by Barb Rogers, and other opportunities to win cash and other prizes.

The exciting lineup includes Heros Encore, Matt Cox, 2 Dollar Pistols, The Mercurys, John Rogers, and Ridin’ High with special guests Jill Barr, Janice Hill, Skinny Webb, Garrett Pierson, Desirae Donnal & Ron Kloewer. Dan Crouse will emcee the event.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with music beginning at 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $35 atwilson.ludus.com, while tickets at the door are $40. Free admission for Veterans with a Military ID. A special thanks to Val Zane and Candy Gary with the Wilson Performing Arts Center for their help with this event.

West Des Moines on November 11th

The Val Air Ballroom, 301 Ashworth Road, is excited to host an evening featuring Iowa Rock ’n Roll Hall of Fame bands The Sons of Gladys Kravits and Standing Hampton, along with Nashville-based ByrdWhystle, featuring Iowa Rocks Talent artist Steffen Poulsen.

You don’t want to miss this event that runs from 7 to 10:00 p.m. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and general admission tickets are $20. Tables for 4 can be reserved for $100 each in addition to admission tickets. The night will include a color guard presentation and silent auction. Advanced tickets and table reservations can be made at https://www.iowarocknroll.com/events. Free admission for Veterans with Military ID. For questions, call 712-330-0889. A special thanks to all of our performers for making this event happen.

Arnolds Park on November 13th

The series concludes with a dance at the historic Roof Garden Ballroom, 91 Lake Street, Arnolds Park. Galaxy, 2025 Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, will be providing the evening’s entertainment. A color guard presentation will also be part of the program.

Doors open at 5 p.m., with the event running from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $10 and Veterans will have free admission with a Military ID. Tickets will be sold at the door. Summer season passes are not valid for this dance. Historic Arnolds Park has partnered with Iowa Rock ‘n Roll and will be offering a pulled pork dinner for attendees. The meal is free for veterans and their spouses with a military ID, while other attendees may purchase the dinner for $8.

A special thank you to Paul and Nancy Hone Fiskum for sponsoring this event.

Music With a Mission

Rock4Vets reflects Iowa Rock’s commitment to honoring those who have served while bringing communities together through music. The nonprofit organization’s mission is to honor achievements, educate youth, and inspire artists.

Learn more about the association and its programs at www.iowarocknroll.com.