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Aug 22, 2022 - You’re in for a treat at restaurants in Ames, Iowa. Keep cool with ice cream and craft beers, or warm up with hearty brunches and barbecue.

Sep 12, 2022 - Thrifty finds, sustainable products, great deals. You’ll find it all in Ames, Iowa. Window shop downtown or get down to business at North Grand Mall.

Hosted by the University Museums’ interns and staff, in conjunction with ISU Winterfest, celebrate the holiday season at the Farm House Museum. Take part in

Mark your calendars for our 2nd Annual Holiday Market at Reiman Gardens.

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Don't miss Grandma Mojo's - Iowa State's premier improv comedy troupe - every other Wednesday at the M-Shop for a night filled with hijinks and...

A vividly illustrated family memoir told in two voices, father and daughter, The Art of Being a Stranger explores the impact of displacement and historical

Sep 11, 2025 - Craving a little time for yourself? From a relaxing salon session to retail therapy in downtown Ames, there are endless ways to treat yourself and enjoy the

Nicole Baart | The Publishing Journey | A Publishing Talk & Workshop

Monday, November 10 at 4:15pm in the Memorial Union Durham Great Hall

Come for the game – stay for the weekend!

May 1, 2024 - There’s always something fun to discover in Ames, Iowa. Get outside at our farmer’s market, bike and hike at our nature trails, and jam to live music.

Join us at North Grand Mall for a Spooktacular time! Malloween is a fun, safe and warm environment to Trick or Treat! While you’re here, stop by the tables in

WinterFest is a celebration of the winter season at Iowa State. Preceding prep week in the Fall, WinterFest provides a unique combination of winter themed

Jul 18, 2025 - The weather is heating up for summer, and we know all the best places for a sweet treat in the heat. Visit these five places to find something sweet.

Aug 20, 2025 - The Cyclones are headed to Dublin this weekend to face off against Kansas State, and while the game might be overseas, the excitement will be felt right here

Jun 16, 2025 - Looking for affordable ways to enjoy the summer? Check out these 7 budget-friendly activities to make the most of your summer in Ames. They're fun, fresh,...

Two amazing songwriters, performing solo and as a duo, on guitar and old time banjo! Don't miss this one.

Downtown Ames is always festive during the holidays! Join us for a night of fun holiday themed activities that are great for the whole family.

Come for the game – stay for the weekend!

Free admission; beverages and small plates available for purchase.

Oct 1, 2025

Dec 17, 2024 - This project paid for in part by the Iowa Tourism Office.

Join us for one of the brightest nights of the year as the ISA celebrates Diwali Night 2025— a grand celebration of light, culture, and togetherness!

Costumed revelers of all ages and abilities travel the paved accessible trail at Treehouse Village collecting treats along the way! Halloween Scavenger Hunt,

Feb 9, 2026 - Discover Ames is the official destination marketing organization for the city of Ames and the surrounding area.

Aug 13, 2025 - Explore the beautiful Iowa State University campus and discover everything it has to offer. Whether you’re cheering on the Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum or

Dec 1, 2025 - Celebrate the holidays by supporting the one-of-a-kind local shops that make downtown Ames—and the whole city—so special. Whether you're kicking off...

Jun 10, 2025 - There’s no better way to celebrate Father’s Day than by spending quality time together and enjoying everything Ames has to offer. Whether it’s hitting the

Email from Discover Ames plus upcoming events in Ames 5 dives at the heart of Ames nightlife Find the best dives at the heart of Ames nightlife! From laid-back...

Add light to our shorter days and embrace the changing season by making an easy mason jar lantern. We will light our lanterns and take a short walk together

Jun 23, 2025 - Don’t miss out on one of the highlights of summer: Independence Day in Ames. This community celebration features fireworks on Thursday night, July 3, followed

What is better on Thanksgiving Day than starting out with a fun 5K? Get ready for your turkey and potatoes through the streets of Ames with your favorite

Join us to meet the artists from the Cedar River Artisans group, whose work will be on display in the Octagon Gallery October 5-November 13. We encourage you

Don't miss Band Extravaganza on Friday, November 14th @7:30pm at the Stephens Auditorium!

Summoning you to Mother's Pub this Halloween as we ghoul out with a spooky spectacular Halloween Party!!

Join us for a Festive Celebration of Student Entrepreneurship!

Trick-or-Treating in Ames has been set for Friday, Oct. 31 with recommended hours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Make sure to use caution that evening as many little

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To kick off the holiday season, experience the magic of cirque like never before with the all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland! A thrilling blend of

Stop by Sam's Place for Comedy Open Mic Nights every Thursday starting at 8 p.m.!

Sep 22, 2025 - Nothing beats the smell of smoky barbecue wafting through Ames. From juicy ribs to tender brisket, this town has plenty of spots.

$5 at the door, all ages!

The Student Union Board (SUB) is excited to welcome Ryan Niemiller to the M-Shop for their next Comedy Night!

❄️✨ Celebrate the Holiday Season at our Indoor Farmers' Market! ✨❄️

The M-Shop closes down the fall semester at Iowa State with a rocking good show featuring Iowa City-based punk pop favorites Lipstick Homicide and the newly

Join us for A Hometown Christmas! We are so excited to welcome you to our SNOW PLACE LIKE HOME event!

Iowa Vintage Fest is coming to Ames!

Herbs and spices have been used by different cultures for centuries for food, medicine/healing, preservation and even beauty treatments. Come explore some

Content Advisory: Please note that Next to Normal includes depictions and discussions of drug use, suicide, death, grief, and medical trauma. If you would

Join us for paint and sip event in front of the fireplace in the clubhouse at Homewood Golf Course! We're painting "Merry & Bright" on...

May 14, 2025 - The Ames community gathered to hear Discover Ames President/CEO Kevin Bourke and his team discuss 2024 accomplishments and view the premiere of RV There Yet?

Science with Cyclones is inspired by a famous program at The Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University–called the Flame

These trains feature assigned seating, and passengers in the same order are automatically seated together. When making a reservation, you can request to be

Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the 35th Annual Altrusa of Ames Holiday Home Tour! This beloved community event features five

Join WFAN in celebrating our Iowa roots and paving the way for our next chapter! The WFAN's Ames Autumn Roots Fundraiser will be Saturday, November 8th...

Jul 25, 2025 - Discover late-night adventures all around Ames! Catch live music in cozy bars and low-key venues showcasing local talent, test your knowledge at trivia nights

Torrent’s 11th Annual Halloween Bash is coming up from the grave and you’re invited. Dig up your best zombie, werewolf or funky creative costume concoction

Nov 18, 2025 - As the cold weather settles in, it’s the perfect time to take the fun indoors! Grab your friends and dive into Ames’ lineup of indoor adventures—climb new

Visit Downtown Ames and Campustown to support your local small businesses throughout Small Business Weekend. Share joy, shop small, and shop all season long

Let's close out spooky season trivia with the big dog of them all: The Paranormal.

Calling all ghouls, ghosts, goblins, and characters of all kinds…come trick or treat in Downtown Ames! Babies, toddlers, kids and parents… everyone is

Saturday, November 8th 9am-5pm and Sunday, November 9th 9am-4:00pm

Join us in Campustown on Thursday, November 7 from 3:00–7:00 p.m. for an afternoon of fun with Wandering Greens Portable Mini Golf!

Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era,” the legendary rock and roll band with horns, Chicago, came in...

Email from Discover Ames plus upcoming events in Ames Discover the best fishing spots in Ames Soak up the sunshine and cast a line at these scenic spots near...

With their concert entitled “PEACE,” the multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award®-winning SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR return to North America to perform a joyful program of

Nov 19, 2025 - Winter is here, bringing a season of excitement and cheer! From cozy indoor gatherings to festive outdoor fun, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the

May 3, 2024

Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop where we will dive into the world of natural wellness and traditional herbal remedies. Learn how to create two

The 11th Annual Somerset Business Trick-or-Treat is Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 4-5:30! Over 30 businesses will have their doors open with treats, prizes and

Celebrate Halloween at Sunny Heights Event Center in Ames on Friday, October 31st. The party starts at 5 pm to 11 pm. Dress in Costume and enter the drawing

May 6, 2024 - The 2023-2024 performing arts series at Stephens Auditorium has 14 different events scheduled from October 2023 to May 2024.

Hey Halloween / spooky / scary trivia buffs, get ready - the more you wager - the more fun it is! Bring your best buds and drop some knowledge - get here

Indulge in a unique experience of sweet and savory bites perfectly paired with a flight of garden-inspired mocktails. You won't want to miss this...

Dubbed “one of Christian music’s most prolific singer-songwriters” (Billboard), Matthew West has notched 38 No.1 songs combined as an artist and...

All profits go to Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice.

Friday November 21 from 12-5:30pm at Dogtown (217 Welch Ave #101)

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Oct 7, 2025 - Fall has arrived, and Ames is alive with exciting activities and events to celebrate the season! Whether you’re a long-time resident or just passing through,

Aug 29, 2024 - It's always a good day when the Iowa State Cyclones are playing at Jack Trice Stadium! Here's a round-up of how to spend game day in Ames, Iowa

Create swirling patterns of paint on a liquid surface and transfer them onto a puffy bisque ornament. While waiting for it to dry, use the rest of the

Mexican Slum Rats are a five-piece alternative band hailing from Granada Hills, CA. Comprising of bassist Sebastian Felix, drummer Raco Mendoza, guitarist

Test your general (and specific) knowledge against others at trivia nights!