New year, new you
Refresh from head-to-toe this new year with local shopping, delicious food, and relaxation in Ames!
Ames Restaurant Week is a new winter tradition celebrating local dining!
Check out the latest news on this unique, year-round destination to be built by fall 2027.
The Visitor Guide for 2025 is here! Request a guide straight to your mailbox now.
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.
Winter may bring chilly temperatures, but the memories you create will warm your heart all season long. Whether you’re exploring indoor activities or enjoying local spots around town, there is no shortage of ways to enjoy the colder months.
Discover what we love about Ames!
Get excited for the Barn Dance Music Fest at @the1850homestead on Wednesday, Jan. 28! 🤠
From 6-8 p.m., grab your friends and dancing shoes for a night full of rockin’ live music.
#DiscoverAmes #1850Homestead
Jan 23
Don`t miss the Indigo Monks at @alluvialbrewing this Saturday, Jan. 24! 🎶
Grab a friend and a drink and enjoy the good vibes in the taproom starting at 7 p.m.
#DiscoverAmes #AlluvialBrewingCompany
Jan 22
Discover exciting events this weekend in Ames! 🌟
Get information on these activities and more, visit the link in our bio.
#ThisWeekendInAmes #DiscoverAmes
Jan 22
Bundle up and enjoy the crisp winter air in Ames! 🏂❄️
From peaceful strolls through snow-covered parks to exciting activities like sledding, ice skating, and cross-country skiing, winter in Ames offers endless fun. For more information on winter outdoor recreation, visit the link in our bio.
#DiscoverAmes
Jan 21
Find your inner Picasso at Cocoa Picasso with @storycountyconservation this Saturday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m.! 🎨
Get creative during a step by step gouache painting session designed for all skill levels. Paint a nature inspired scene and head home with a piece of art you’ll be proud of.
#DiscoverAmes #StoryCountyConservation
Jan 21
A night full of music, brews, and good vibes is waiting for you at @alluvialbrewing this Friday, Jan. 23! 🍻🎶
Settle in with a drink and enjoy live music from Charlie Parr and Tony Polecastro in the taproom starting at 7 p.m.
#DiscoverAmes #AlluvialBrewingCompany
Jan 20
Compete with friends at @dogearedbooksames Winter Puzzle Competition from 7-9 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24! 🧩
Puzzlers will race to see who can complete a 1000-piece puzzle the fastest, and the top 3 teams will receive prizes.
#DiscoverAmes #DogEaredBooks
Jan 19
Receive a warm welcome to Ames and Iowa State`s campus with WelcomeFest at @my_isu_mu on Thursday, Jan. 22! 👋
From 5:30-8 p.m., enjoy free food and swag while browsing the vendors in Durham Great Hall and leave with resources to help you settle into the community.
#DiscoverAmes #WelcomeFest
Jan 19
Unwind with friends and drinks at @theundergroundames this Sunday, Jan. 18! 🎶
End your weekend on a high note with Courtney Krause performing live at 7 p.m.
#DiscoverAmes #TheLondonUnderground
Jan 16
Welcome to Ames, Ames Cyclone Aquatics Club Tundra MLK meet competitors! 👋
If you’re looking for things to do, delicious food, and places to shop, visit www.discoverames.com.
#Welcome #DiscoverAmes
Jan 16
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