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Spring Fest [Apr 10, 2021] Spring Fest 2021 - Iowa State Fair Grounds (Des Moines, IA)

Discussion in 'News, Events & Fests' started by Chris C., Mar 3, 2021.

Spring Fest 2021 - Iowa State Fair Grounds
Posted By Chris C.

Walnut Center, Iowa State Fairgrounds
3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
Saturday, April 10, 2021 - 11:00 AM
(ends Saturday, April 10, 2021 - 03:00 PM)
Timezone: America/Chicago

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  1. Mar 3, 2021 #1
    Chris C. Des Moines, IA

    Chris C. Experienced Reefkeeper GIRS Member

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    WHEN:
    Saturday April 10th, 2021

    Show Floor Hours
    Member Exclusive: 11am - 12pm
    General Admission: 12pm - 3pm

    WHERE:
    ~Walnut Center~
    Iowa State Fairgrounds
    Des Moines, IA

    Club Members Free
    General Admission $10    ​

    Current Vendor list includes:

    Dry Goods:
    Dirk's

    Coral Vendors
    Midwest Frags
    Frost Corals
    Coral Syndicate
    Ocean Man Aquatics
    Funky's Reef

    Hobbyists
    Jeremy Farmer
    Ricky Krahn
    Jeanette Becker
    Loren Nicholls

    See posting below for Show specials by our sponsor Iowa Pet Foods & Seascapes!!
     
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 9, 2021
  2. Mar 3, 2021 #2
    Jeremy Farmer Cedar Rapids, IA

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    Is there space for hobbyist table still?
     
  3. Mar 21, 2021 #3
    Pufferman777

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    Is there a line up who will be there
     
  4. Mar 21, 2021 #4
    Loren Nicholls Ames

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    Do you have any vendors or hobbyist lined up? Its getting close with no details
     
  5. Mar 21, 2021 #5
    beckerj3 West Des Moines, IA

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  6. Mar 21, 2021 #6
    beckerj3 West Des Moines, IA

    beckerj3 Expert Reefkeeper Board of Directors Leadership Team GIRS Member

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    Current Vendor list includes:

    Dry Goods:
    Dirk's

    Coral Vendors
    Midwest Frags
    Frost Corals
    Coral Syndicate
    Ocean Man Aquatics

    Hobbyists
    Jeremy Farmer
    Ricky Krahn
    Jeanette Becker
    Loren Nicholls
     
    Last edited: Apr 9, 2021
  7. Mar 21, 2021 #7
    Loren Nicholls Ames

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    I'll take a table
     
  8. Mar 21, 2021 #8
    RJ Medina Moline, Illinois

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    I would like a vendor table please if available!

    Funky’s Reef (RJ Medina)
     
  9. Mar 23, 2021 #9
    shani

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    Is there somewhere that shows times about when we can set up night before and morning of the show?
     
  10. Mar 23, 2021 #10
    beckerj3 West Des Moines, IA

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    We will have a 2 hour window on Friday evening for set-up. Haven't set that time yet. Saturday morning will be open early - around 7am.
     
  11. Mar 27, 2021 #11
    Slide-Loc Lynd, Minnesota

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    Hawks vs. State!

    Will have a several of my containers in the raffle. Be sure to cast your vote with your tickets!!!

    If production time allows there will be a new product featuring Oceans Wonders as well.

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    Patent pending, all rights reserved.
     
  12. Mar 27, 2021 #12
    Pufferman777

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    I won one of these last year
     
  13. Apr 1, 2021 #13
    DangerJ Des Moines, IA

    DangerJ Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    Mermaids Cove coming?
     
  14. Apr 1, 2021 #14
    Pufferman777

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    No he has another show that weekend
     
  15. Apr 2, 2021 #15
    DangerJ Des Moines, IA

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    Bummer. Anyone bringing marine fish/inverts?
     
  16. Apr 2, 2021 #16
    beckerj3 West Des Moines, IA

    beckerj3 Expert Reefkeeper Board of Directors Leadership Team GIRS Member

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    Unfortunately not. HOWEVER, Iowa Pet Foods and Seascapes - the event sponsor, will be offering some nice specials on fish, invertebrates,..... and dry goods. The specials will be good for both Saturday and Sunday for attendees to the frag Fest. Details to be announced next week!!

    @GIRS Member
     
  17. Apr 9, 2021 #17
    beckerj3 West Des Moines, IA

    beckerj3 Expert Reefkeeper Board of Directors Leadership Team GIRS Member

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    Iowa Pet Foods & Seascapes will be having specials all weekend (Saturday & Sunday) for attendees at the Fest. Check them out. Some good specials on fish, invertebrates.... and everything!

    Iowa Pet Foods & Seascapes
    1500 22nd Street, West Des Moines
    Valid Saturday and Sunday – (4/10-4/11)

    25% off fish, invertebrates, snails, shrimp

    10% off dry goods & fresh/frozen foods **

    Coral frags - Buy 2 frags, get the 3rd free

    ​

    ** Excludes MAP priced items, see store associate for details on excluded
    items

    @GIRS Member
     
    Last edited: Apr 9, 2021

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