Sweets, treats, and desserts tour of Ames
We all get a sweet tooth from time to time. The next time you find yourself craving a sweet treat, indulge in these best-of-Ames delights: Crumbl Cookies First, try the weekly rotating cookie flavors at Crumbl Cookies. Crumbl Cookies made its debut in Ames last fall, and has been a staple sweet treat since. Hickory […]
Discover Ames via bicycle
Ames is a great bicycling community, welcoming casual riders and experienced pros alike – Several bike trails are near Ames and the surrounding areas, and the city has designated bike lanes just for riders. First, check out the City of Ames’s downloadable bicycle map for a summary of laws and tips, as well as path […]
Patio season is upon us
The weather is heating up, and patio season is here. We’ve rounded up some of the best places to sip, eat, and sit outside in Ames. Start your day at Stomping Grounds with a latte in the early hours or close out the work week with a mojito at Bar La Tosca. Enjoy people-watching […]
Make the most of graduation day in Ames
Congrats, Class of 2023! Looking for something to do with family and friends on your graduation day? Try one of these unique ways to spend graduation day in Ames. Go out to eat with the whole family Hickory Park is the perfect place for a large family gathering. Hickory Park is located on Duff Ave, […]
Local Brew Crawl
You’ve heard of a bar crawl. Meet the bar crawl’s sophisticated older sibling. A brew crawl. Spend a day trying all of these locally brewed sips, including fresh-brewed tea and coffee, delectable wine, and craft beer, all right here in Ames. Morning Cup of Joe Good morning! Start the brew crawl with a delicious, seasonally […]
Summer family-fun activities are here!
Warm weather is here, and long summer days simply beg for new activities – especially among our littlest Ames residents. Try these family-friendly locales in Ames to cure even the worst cases of the wiggles. Stop and smell the roses Nothing says summer quite like walking through Reiman Gardens. Take the kids to a hands-on […]
Guys weekend in Ames
Let’s hear it for the boys… ….who deserve a weekend away! Pick a weekend, round up the boys, and stay in Ames for a fun-filled weekend. Day 1: Morning Fill up on a hearty breakfast to kick off guys weekend. Stop at the Filling Station, a true Ames gem, for classic omelets, breakfast sandwiches, breakfast […]
An Instagrammable weekend of eats
Spend a weekend adding beautiful (and delicious) dishes to your Instagram feed. Try these uniquely Ames spots to spice up your tastebuds – and your influencer rating. Saturday breakfast in style Kick off your weekend with breakfast at Daytime Diner, a brunch and coffee spot serving up delicious eats, strong coffee, and good vibes. Pair […]
Unwind during your 5-9 in Ames
You’ve probably seen the TikTok trend of influencers glamorizing their “5-9” time after work. Wishing that was you? We’re here to give you a list of activities to romanticize your evening time, right here in Ames. Hit a workout class. To those of you who can’t seem to wake up in the morning to hit […]
Savor a self-care weekend in Ames
Sometimes a little TLC is all you need. Text your besties, plan a weekend, and stay in Ames for some much-needed self-care activities! Your first day in Ames: Kick off your weekend with a full-body massage at Massage Heights. You’ll leave feeling fresh, renewed, and ready to take on whatever life throws at you. For […]
