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Don`t miss the ISU Holiday Music Concert in @stephensaud at 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7! 🎶

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Dec 2

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Don't miss the ISU Holiday Music Concert in @stephensaud at 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7! 🎶 For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Celebrate the holidays by supporting the one-of-a-kind local shops that make our community special! 🎁

Whether you’re enjoying Merry & Bright Holiday Weekend or searching for a last-minute gift, Ames offers everything you need to make the season shine. For places to shop this holiday season, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #HolidayGiftGuide

Dec 1

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Celebrate the holidays by supporting the one-of-a-kind local shops that make our community special! 🎁 Whether you’re enjoying Merry & Bright Holiday Weekend or searching for a last-minute gift, Ames offers everything you need to make the season shine. For places to shop this holiday season, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #HolidayGiftGuide

Take your seat at 10-Minute Play Festival by @isumusicandtheatre in Fisher Theater at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! 🎭

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Dec 1

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Take your seat at 10-Minute Play Festival by @isumusicandtheatre in Fisher Theater at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! 🎭 For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Enjoy a fun night painting and sipping in front of the fireplace in the clubhouse at Homewood Golf Course with @amesparksandrec at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! ☃️

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Nov 30

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Enjoy a fun night painting and sipping in front of the fireplace in the clubhouse at Homewood Golf Course with @amesparksandrec at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! ☃️ For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Let luminaries light your way on a special walk to welcome winter at the Luminary Walk with @storycountyconservation from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! ✨

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Nov 29

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Let luminaries light your way on a special walk to welcome winter at the Luminary Walk with @storycountyconservation from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! ✨ For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Small Business Weekend kicks off today! 🌟🛍️

Support local and explore the great small businesses around Ames. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift or just in the mood for a little shopping escape, Ames has something for everyone!

#DiscoverAmes #SmallBusinessWeekend

Nov 28

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Small Business Weekend kicks off today! 🌟🛍️ Support local and explore the great small businesses around Ames. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift or just in the mood for a little shopping escape, Ames has something for everyone! #DiscoverAmes #SmallBusinessWeekend

Discover unique holiday homes at the Holiday Home Tour with @altrusaofames13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! 🏠

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Nov 28

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Discover unique holiday homes at the Holiday Home Tour with @altrusaofames13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6! 🏠 For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Listen to the magical sounds of @amestubachristmas in @stephensaud on Saturday, Dec. 6 starting at 3 p.m.! 🎶

For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

Nov 27

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Listen to the magical sounds of @amestubachristmas in @stephensaud on Saturday, Dec. 6 starting at 3 p.m.! 🎶 For more information on #AmesHolidayWeekend events, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #MerryandBright

All aboard the Santa Express with the @boonescenicvalleyrr this weekend, November 28–30! 🚂🎅

Journey from Boone to the North Pole and back, crossing the breathtaking Bass Point Creek High Bridge along the way. This festive ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours and is the perfect holiday adventure for all ages.

#DiscoverAmes #SantaExpress

Nov 26

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All aboard the Santa Express with the @boonescenicvalleyrr this weekend, November 28–30! 🚂🎅 Journey from Boone to the North Pole and back, crossing the breathtaking Bass Point Creek High Bridge along the way. This festive ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours and is the perfect holiday adventure for all ages. #DiscoverAmes #SantaExpress
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Connecting
with Iowa State University

Volleyball
  • 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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