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June 2026

No Time For Fame

No Time For Fame brings indie Minnesota rock to Alluvial in Ames, Iowa. Firmly rooted in classic rock and Americana, they bring a set of fresh originals featuring guitar-driven riffs. Music starts at 7:00. Tickets $7 in advance, $10 at the door.
13 Jun
7:00 pm
Alluvial Brewing
3715 W. 190th St., Ames
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4th Annual Children’s Miracle Network Car Show

Dropping in to let everyone know that our 4th Annual Car Show benefitting Children’s Miracle Network will be on Sunday, June 14, 2026! Mark it down on your calendars and come join us to raise money for the kids! Location: Ames Sam’s Club Registration: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Show: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. […]
14 Jun
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sam's Club
305 Airport Road, Ames, IA
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A Celebration of the Reed-Niland Corner

Summer Officially kicks off for the Lincoln and Jefferson Highway Heritage Byways with, A Celebration of the Reed-Niland Corner on June 14th, from 11 am- 6 pm. A CommunityDriven Preservation Effort The Reed-Niland Corner is one of our nation’s last operating “one-stops” located in Colo, IA at the crossroads of America’s first east-west transcontinental roadway, […]
14 Jun
11:00 am
24 Lincoln Hwy, Colo, IA 50056-1013, United States
24 Lincoln Hwy, Colo, IA 50056-1013, United States
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Pints & Ponytails

Want to make those mornings and special events way less hectic? Join us and bring your kid for FREE step by step instructions for easy to do and fun hair styles. No experience necessary, materials provided, long enough hair required. Presented By Salon Bonita.  Sunday, June 14th 1:00 – 2:30 PM Torrent Brewing Company – 504 […]
14 Jun
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Torrent Brewing Company
504 Burnett Ave.
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Bloody Mary Sunday: Luke Fox & Chris King

Come beat the heat at Mucky Duck Pub with a fresh Bloody Mary and live music from locals Luke Fox and Chris King. *** $5 Well Bloody Mary drinks from 1:30pm until 5:30pm *** Luke Fox- Timeless trubadour who’s been bringing his soulful sound across the US for many trips around the sun. Rooted in […]
14 Jun
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Mucky Duck Pub
3100 S Duff Ave., Ames
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Sunday Music Series

Summer Sundays are back at Prairie Moon Winery! Burnin’ Sensations is performing at Sunday Music Series with Prairie Moon Winery this Sunday, June 14! Join us every Sunday this summer for live music, beautiful vineyard views, wine, and our fresh brick oven pizzas! Admission is $5 per person for guests 21+ – guests under 21 […]
14 Jun
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Prairie Moon
3801 W. 190th St., Ames
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Roosevelt Summer Sundays: Dickie

Indie rock meets thoughtful songwriting as Dickie takes the stage. Backed by a band of seasoned musicians, Dickie’s music is by turns raucous and sensitive, and always unique. We can’t wait to welcome Dickie back to Roosevelt Summer Sundays! Alcohol and tobacco/vaping are prohibited in Roosevelt Park. No other age-restricted products are allowed at the […]
14 Jun
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Roosevelt Park
9th St. & Roosevelt Ave., Ames
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Bee-utiful Blooms: Exploring the Anderson Sculpture Garden with Dr. Katherine Kral O’Brien

Join University Museums in celebrating National Pollinator Week with a guided stroll through the Anderson Sculpture Garden’s New Perennial Movement Garden. Explore the beautiful seasonal blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators while discovering the art and sculpture that share their space. Learn how art, ecology, and garden design intersect with Dr. Katherine […]
16 Jun
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Anderson Sculpture Garden
603 Morrill Road on the ISU campus
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Third Thursday: Paint and Plant

We provide the flower pot and paint, you create a beautiful home for your plants! We will have plants available for a small fee or give one of your own plants a new home. Open to all ages. Refreshments available for a donation.
18 Jun
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Octagon Center for the Arts
427 Douglas Ave., Ames
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Connecting
with Iowa State University

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  • Collaboration with ISU Athletics
  • Engaging at student-focused events like EIS (Experience Iowa State) and Orientation
  • Partnering with key ISU departments to connect with students and families
  • Providing resources to incoming freshman through an annual mailing

Promoting
Ames Nationwide

  • National coverage; RV There Yet and ISU Guide to the Game
  • 1.5M+ social media impressions across multiple platforms
  • Creating and distributing 25K+ Visitor Guides and 30K+ Ames Insiders
  • Working with local and national influencers to promote Ames

Investing
in Our Community

  • Awarding $100K+ in Community Grants each year to support local events
  • Outreach to youth through career fairs and presentations
  • Educating local businesses and leaders on how we can help and what we do
  • Coordinating and leading Hotel & Attraction Council to keep them informed and up to date

Growing
Events & Opportunities

  • Bringing major events that draw tens of thousands of people to our community including Boys State Basketball and Campustown Showdown
  • Attending national trade shows and conferences to find new opportunities of events to bring to Ames
  • Providing top-tier service before, during and after each event

Advocating
for Our Community

  • Funding feasibility studies for local projects
  • Helping advance tourism developments like CyTown and The LINC
  • Advocating for tourism with elected officials- Local & State
  • Driving converstations on a new Fieldhouse in Ames
  • Collaborating with Ames Alliance, iTIP, City of Ames, ISU & Visit Boone County

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