Discover Ames is celebrating 40 years of hospitality in the month of May!
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Immerse yourself in Ames, where unique flavors, vibrant culture, and unforgettable experiences await you around every turn.
Enjoy the beautiful art and landscape of Reiman Gardens like you’ve never seen it before!
With unique eats, local brews, and fun activities; there’s a reason it’s called Main Street.
Start your alphabetical adventure through Ames! From local favorites to hidden gems, make your way through Ames from A to Z with activities, shops, and eateries that showcase the best of the city!
Discover what we love about Ames!
Get ready for a show that’ll have you laughing, clapping, and dancing in your seat! 💃🎭
Catch the 29th Annual Senior Variety Show, “Catch a Radio Wave,” on August 15 at 7 p.m. and August 16 at 2 p.m.! This lively event features 100 talented Story County seniors, age 60 and up, bringing the stage to life with music, comedy, dance, and plenty of fun.
#DiscoverAmes #SeniorVarietyShow
Aug 14
Enjoy a weekend full of summer fun in Ames! ☀️
Get information on these activities and more, visit the link in our bio.
#ThisWeekendInAmes #DiscoverAmes
Aug 14
Discover late-night adventures all around Ames! 🌙
Enjoy live music in cozy bars and intimate venues featuring local talent, challenge your brain at trivia nights in relaxed cafés and pubs, take a serene midnight stroll through scenic trails, or wind down on patios and rooftop bars after a long day. For more after-dark activities around town, visit the link in our bio.
#DiscoverAmes
Aug 13
Ready for a perfect summer evening? 🌅
Catch live music at Music on the Pond by Luke Fox on Friday, August 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Farm Pond Inn in Nevada! Bring your own drinks and snacks, and invite your friends and family for a good time on the pond.
#DiscoverAmes
Aug 13
Get ready for the most literary pub crawl in Ames! 📚🍺
On Thursday, August 14 at 5:30 p.m., dress as your favorite book character (if you dare) and explore themed @downtownames bars with exclusive drink specials just for participants.
#DiscoverAmes #PubFiction
Aug 12
Enjoy live music at @reimangardens tomorrow, August 12 at 6 p.m.! 🎶✨
Relax and listen to Lojo Russo & Abbie Sawyer during The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase! Bring a blanket, soak in the sound, and unwind.
#DiscoverAmes #ReimanGardens
Aug 11
Soak up the summer while it lasts at Tunes in the Trees at @iowa_arboretum! 🌳🎶
Starting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, enjoy live music featuring Carter Guse, delicious food trucks, and tons of outdoor fun. Bring your blankets, chairs, and your furry friends!
#DiscoverAmes #TunesInTheTrees
Aug 11
Experience the charm of Ireland at @dublinbaypub! ☘️🍺
Savor classic favorites like Fish & Chips and Shepherd’s Pie in a cozy, welcoming environment. There are no strangers here, just friends whom you haven’t met yet!
#DiscoverAmes #DublinBay
Aug 9
We`re a few weeks away from the first Iowa State home football game of the season at Jack Trice Stadium! 🏈
Tailgate with friends and family and cheer on the Cyclones against South Dakota at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 30.
#DiscoverAmes #IowaStateUniversity
Aug 8
Round up your friends, it’s time for a girls` day that hits all the right vibes! 🩷
Chase scenic views, indulge in local eats, and simply soak up quality time with your favorite people in Ames! For more ideas on where to bring your besties, visit the link in our bio.
#DiscoverAmes
Aug 8
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