U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst’s annual Roast and Ride fundraiser will be held Oct. 11 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
The event, which showcases Ernst and is often a stop for Republican presidential contenders, will kick off with a motorcycle ride beginning at the Big Barn Harley-Davidson and end with a hog roast at the fairgrounds.
Ernst, a Republican who is serving her second term in the Senate, said at last year’s event that she intends to run for reelection in 2026 but has not yet launched a formal campaign.
“Roast and Ride brings out the best of Iowa — patriotism, community and the pride of honoring our veterans,” Ernst said in a statement announcing the event. “It’s always a highlight of my year, and I’m looking forward to October 11th for another unforgettable day of Harleys, hogs and giving back to those who have sacrificed so much for our nation!”
Aside from Ernst, speakers for the event have not yet been announced.
Iowans interested in attending can find tickets at www.iowasroastandride.com.
Stephen Gruber-Miller covers the Iowa Statehouse and politics for the Register. He can be reached by email at sgrubermil@registermedia.com or by phone at 515-284-8169. Follow him on X at @sgrubermiller.
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Reporting by Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register / Des Moines Register
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