Where are the meeting and pickup locations?

Departures are scheduled from the Wal‑Mart parking lot on HWY 20 in Dubuque with a pickup in Anamosa; arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in.

What does the full package include?

The full package includes deluxe motor coach transportation, a trip host, parking, and a Section 103 game ticket behind the Saints bench.

Can I just ride the bus without a game ticket?

Yes — the Ride Only package includes deluxe transportation, a trip host, parking, and a swag bag but not a game ticket.

How and when are tickets distributed?

Digital tickets are emailed 24–48 hours before departure; hard tickets, if used, will be handed out on the bus at departure check-in.

What is the deposit and cancellation policy?

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve seats; final payment is due 30 days before departure and the deposit is forfeited per the operator’s terms.

Is the trip accessible for people with mobility concerns?

Walking is at your own pace and there are stairs to board the bus; contact the operator ahead of time for any special accommodations.

Road-Trip Rivalry: Dubuque Fighting Saints vs Des Moines Buccaneers

Board the bus and ride with fellow Saints fans to one of the Midwest’s fiercest junior hockey rivalries: Dubuque Fighting Saints vs Des Moines Buccaneers. This organized trip departs from Dubuque and Anamosa and heads to the game in Urbandale at 7201 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA. It pairs stadium-side intensity with the comfort of a deluxe motor coach, turning a simple Saturday night into a regional sports pilgrimage.

The scene is pure hockey theater: a compact arena, roaring stands, and players flying end to end in a matchup that often features high scores and late-game drama. Recent meetings underline the rivalry’s edge — an 8-4 Saints win in November 2025 and a 4-3 Saints shootout victory in October 2025 — moments that make every road trip feel potentially historic. For Saints supporters this trip is about more than a ticket; it’s about travel-day camaraderie, coordinated chants, and the thrill of sitting behind the Saints bench in Section 103.

Midwest Bus Trips outfits the ride with high-back reclining seats, onboard restrooms, flat-screen monitors, outlets, and individual climate and lighting controls, so the hours on the road are social and comfortable. Packages range from full-ticket bundles (bus transportation, parking, trip host, and Section 103 game ticket) to ride-only options that include a swag bag. Expect a food stop en route, check-in at the Wal‑Mart parking lot on HWY 20 in Dubuque, and a midday pickup in Anamosa; the bus departs about fifteen minutes after arrival.

What makes this offering stand out locally is its low-friction access to a heated rivalry. Fans avoid parking headaches, concentration on driving, and the late-night navigation home; instead they trade stories on the coach, pre-game in the concourse, and return together after the final horn. It also plugs into regional sports culture — the Dupaco Cowbell Cup rivalry pulses through these games and into community bragging rights.

Practical notes: arrive at least fifteen minutes before departure, bring a smartphone for digital ticketing unless you have a hard ticket, and remember coolers must fit in your seating area. Under-18 riders need an accompanying guardian. Whether you want a boisterous fan zone or an easy ride to a classic hockey atmosphere, this bus trip delivers a tidy, spirited way to be part of a living rivalry without the logistics headache.

The trip is ideal for fans who want to leave driving to pros, families who want predictable logistics, and out-of-town supporters looking to turn a single game into a shared road-trip memory. Tickets are distributed either digitally 24–48 hours before departure or handed out on the bus at check-in, and a 50% deposit is required to hold seats on scheduled departures. Plan accordingly and pack team colors.