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Are you game day ready, Cyclone Nation? 🏈🌟

Experience the magic of tailgating at Jack Trice Stadium today and cheer on the cyclones at 12 p.m. against Southeast Missouri State. Be safe, enjoy the day, and go Cyclones!

#DiscoverAmes #IowaStateCyclones

Sep 5

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Are you game day ready, Cyclone Nation? 🏈🌟 Experience the magic of tailgating at Jack Trice Stadium today and cheer on the cyclones at 12 p.m. against Southeast Missouri State. Be safe, enjoy the day, and go Cyclones! #DiscoverAmes #IowaStateCyclones

Unwind with a FREE movie night at Bandshell Park with @amesparksandrec tonight, Friday, Sept. 4! 🍿

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the 1995 classic “Casper” with free popcorn and water will supplies last, starting at 8:15 p.m.

#DiscoverAmes #BandshellPark

Sep 4

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Unwind with a FREE movie night at Bandshell Park with @amesparksandrec tonight, Friday, Sept. 4! 🍿 Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the 1995 classic “Casper” with free popcorn and water will supplies last, starting at 8:15 p.m. #DiscoverAmes #BandshellPark

We’re so nostalgic for Ames in the ‘90s! 🥰

A special thank you to @photosynthesisia for digitizing these amazing photos!

#DiscoverAmes @downtownames

Sep 4

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We’re so nostalgic for Ames in the ‘90s! 🥰 A special thank you to @photosynthesisia for digitizing these amazing photos! #DiscoverAmes @downtownames

Find the fun this weekend in Ames! 🥳

Get information on these activities and more, visit the link in our bio.

#ThisWeekendinAmes #DiscoverAmes

Sep 3

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Find the fun this weekend in Ames! 🥳 Get information on these activities and more, visit the link in our bio. #ThisWeekendinAmes #DiscoverAmes

We`re so excited for the first game back at the Jack! 🏈

Experience tailgating like never before, grill out with friends and family, and cheer on the Cyclones against Southeast Missouri State at 12 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 5!

#DiscoverAmes #IowaStateUniveristy

Sep 2

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We're so excited for the first game back at the Jack! 🏈 Experience tailgating like never before, grill out with friends and family, and cheer on the Cyclones against Southeast Missouri State at 12 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 5! #DiscoverAmes #IowaStateUniveristy

Don’t miss the Country Sounds & Lights Show at @farmprogress tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 2! 🤠💥

Enjoy a free concert featuring Iowa recording artist Jason Brown at 7 p.m. and a spectacular pyrotechnic drone light show at 8:30 p.m.

#DiscoverAmes #FarmProgressShow

Sep 2

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Don’t miss the Country Sounds & Lights Show at @farmprogress tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 2! 🤠💥 Enjoy a free concert featuring Iowa recording artist Jason Brown at 7 p.m. and a spectacular pyrotechnic drone light show at 8:30 p.m. #DiscoverAmes #FarmProgressShow

Explore all the fun of Iowa State’s campus through a student’s lens! ❤️

Visit vibrant gardens, enjoy beautiful museums, and experience the Cyclone spirit that makes campus life unforgettable. To find student favorites on campus, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #IowaStateUniversity

Sep 2

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Explore all the fun of Iowa State’s campus through a student’s lens! ❤️ Visit vibrant gardens, enjoy beautiful museums, and experience the Cyclone spirit that makes campus life unforgettable. To find student favorites on campus, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #IowaStateUniversity

The 2026 Discover Ames Community Grant applications are open! 📝

The Community Grant is awarded annually to events and activities in the Ames area that improve the quality of life for Ames residents and have the potential to attract visitors to the Ames area or enhance a visitor’s experience.

For more information or to apply, visit the link in our bio.

#DiscoverAmes #CommunityGrant

Sep 1

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The 2026 Discover Ames Community Grant applications are open! 📝 The Community Grant is awarded annually to events and activities in the Ames area that improve the quality of life for Ames residents and have the potential to attract visitors to the Ames area or enhance a visitor’s experience. For more information or to apply, visit the link in our bio. #DiscoverAmes #CommunityGrant

Welcome, @farmprogress attendees! 👋

We are so happy to have you in the Boone County and Ames area! If you`re looking for places to grab a bite to eat or drink, visit discoverames.com.

#DiscoverAmes #FarmProgressShow @visitboonecountyia

Sep 1

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Welcome, @farmprogress attendees! 👋 We are so happy to have you in the Boone County and Ames area! If you're looking for places to grab a bite to eat or drink, visit discoverames.com. #DiscoverAmes #FarmProgressShow @visitboonecountyia
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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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