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There’s always something fun to discover in Ames! Get outside at our farmers’ market, bike and hike our nature trails, and jam to live music. Hang out inside by making your own candles, escaping an interactive room, or catching a game. We’ve got so much to offer, and you don’t have to go far.

Locations Listing
  • 1507 Gateway Hills Park Dr, Ames, IA 50014
    Ames/ISU Ice Arena is an ice arena and recreational sport facility located in Ames, Iowa and owned and operated by Ames Parks & Rec Department and Iowa State University.
  • 539 E. Second Street, Ames, IA
    Bluestem Boulders is a community-driven climbing gym fostering connection, growth, and fun. With quality climbs for all levels, it’s a welcoming space where climbers support each other and thrive together.
  • 32835 610th Ave, Cambridge, IA 50046
    Our 20-acre Apple Orchard features more than 34 types of delicious, home-grown apples throughout the season. We have over 40+ Attractions, Photo Opps, Corn Maze, Many Food venues, Farm Animals, & More!
  • 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
    Your one-stop-shop for entertainment on campus, located on the ground floor of the Memorial Union by the south entrance.
  • 1635 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
    Located in the heart of Ames, offers a 50-meter pool, zero-depth splash pool with play structure water playground, lazy river and three exciting water slides. Have fun today & memories for a lifetime!
  • North Grand Mall, 2801 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    In addition to Ames Indoor Golf Simulator Rentals, and Axe Throwing, check out our new Baseball Simulators and Duckpin Bowling. We also have pool tables, darts, bags, foosball, golden tee, ping-pong and more games!
  • 825 15th St, Nevada, IA 50201
    An outstanding park and trail system. SCORE Recreation Athletic Complex hosts local, state and national events. Outdoor aquatic center. Soccer, baseball, softball fields. Tennis and basketball courts.
  • 2801 Grand Ave, #1300, Ames, IA 50010
    Ames Independent Luxury theater - See why we've been voted the best in Story County for Seven Years in a row
  • 1320 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA 50014
    Central Iowa's premier family entertainment destination! 24 lanes of bowling, 2-story laser tag arena and mini golf.
  • 123 10th St, Boone, IA 50036
    Take a tour with Rail Explorers and experience the magic of the railroad like never before! Ride the rails on our pedal-powered 'Rail Explorers' - a unique activity suitable for everyone.
  • 1407 S University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011
    17-acre public botanical garden with tropical plant conservatory, butterfly wing (live butterflies), gift shop. Public events, annual changing displays. Private rentals and tours. Open all year round.
  • 1086 222nd Dr, Boone, IA 50036
    Year-round outdoor recreation. Downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Canoe, kayak and river tube floats, paintball, Gladiator Assault Challenge mud run. Meeting and event space seating 300.
  • 120 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Time Out, located at 120 Kellogg Ave in Ames, is a family-owned bar and arcade with a retro vibe reminiscent of the 1980s & 1990s. Filled with classic arcade games like Galaga and Super Mario Bros, along with specialty drinks and themed nights like music bingo and karaoke, it's the perfect spot for a nostalgic date night or a fun outing with friends.