Events

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  • Evening of Style

    Join us for this creative “Ladies Night Out” on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at St. Francis of Assisi in West Des Moines and experience an evening of fun with dinner, drinks, uniquely themed dining tables coordinated by tablemates who come in attire to match, and a creative style show.

    Proceeds raised benefit the Bash on Buffalo Auction and will support the Career Academy Endowment which connects students with local employers and alumni to provide real-world insight and career exploration opportunities.

    Please click here for more information.
  • The Bash on Buffalo

    Join us for the Bash on Buffalo Auction on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Dowling Catholic High School!

    Enjoy a night filled with fun, fellowship and generosity - including a silent auction with both in-person and remote bidding, a high-energy live auction, delicious food, signature cocktails, a raffle, and more!  
     
    Proceeds raised will support the Career Academy Endowment which connects students with local employers and alumni to provide real-world insight and career exploration opportunities. 
  • Golf Outing

    Get ready to hit the links on Monday, August 3, 2026 at the Dowling Catholic Golf Outing—a beloved tradition that brings our community together with a fun-filled day on the greens in support of tuition assistance for Dowling Catholic students!

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  • Grandparents Mass

    Current students and their grandparents are invited to join us on Thursday, October, 2, 2025 at Dowling Catholic High School!

    Grandparents will have the opportunity to tour the school with their students, hear from student and faculty speakers, celebrate Mass with the grandchildren, and enjoy a time of reunion and fellowship.

    Click here for more information and to RSVP.
  • Pancake Breakfast

    Please join us for the 64th Annual Dowling Catholic Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, October 26th at the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Proceeds from this time-honored tradition support the mission of Dowling Catholic High School and enhance the opportunity for students to engage in extracurricular clubs and activities.

    Please click here for more information about the Pancake Breakfast.
  • Christmas Luncheon

    Join us at the Christmas Luncheon on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Glen Oaks Golf & Country Club!

    This luncheon offers the perfect way to celebrate Christmas and the Dowling Catholic community with lunch, special guest speakers and entertainment from student musicians and vocalists. A great way to start the season of Advent.

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  • Weddings at Coppola St. Joseph Chapel

    For information about future weddings at Coppola St. Joseph Chapel, please email dchsweddings@dowlingcatholic.org.

Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. In an environment that is faithful, caring and dedicated, Dowling Catholic forms each student to become a Christ-centered leader.