Get ready for Campustown Showdown

Campustown Showdown is coming to Ames on April 25 and 26! This event will have everything from a cattle show and fashion show to vendors and live music this spring. This show was developed to celebrate American beef producers while advancing exhibitors’ and public knowledge about the livestock industry. Experience Campustown like never before!

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February 1-16, 2025

Heart of Ames

Indulge in all that Downtown Ames has to offer as our Downtown businesses present a celebration of love and connection Feb.1-16! Our Downtown businesses have curated a list of ideas for experiences, gifts, Galentines Day, food, and kids’ activities to help guide your way through the heart of Ames.

Feel the love

February 8-9, 2025

Orchid Fest at Reiman Gardens

Orchid Fest returns for its two-day show! The Iowa Orchid Society joins with Reiman Gardens to create a great display and sale of exotic orchids in a variety of species and colors during the annual Orchid Fest.

This show will include live orchids and supplies from local vendors.

See the orchids

February 11, 2025

VOCES8 at Stephens Auditorium

The 2023 Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble Voces8 is proud to inspire people through music and share the joy of singing. Touring globally, the group performs an extensive repertoire both in its a cappella concerts and in collaborations with leading orchestras, conductors, and soloists.

Enjoy the show

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