Dine al fresco tonight 🍽️⛱️☀️

Your biweekly newsletter on what to do and where to stay, eat, and shop in Ames, Iowa.

Soak up the sun

The days are getting shorter and the weather is starting to cool off, which means it's the perfect time to get back outside for some patio dining. Grab a cup of joe and a snack or have dinner al fresco at one of Ames' outdoor dining options.

Shine on

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August 28, 2022

Slipstream at Snus Hill

Snus Hill Winery offers free admission to its outdoor summer concerts. The winery has wine, beer, soda, and water for sale, and there’s often a food truck onsite during concerts. Outside food and nonalcoholic drinks are allowed; however, outside alcohol is not allowed.

Wine down

September 3, 2022

Cyclone football

Football is back! Iowa State takes on Southeast Missouri at 1p.m. Grab your tailgating gear and brush up on those Sweet Caroline lyrics.

Get ready

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