Have a Merry and Bright Holiday Weekend

This Ames-area celebration features community activities throughout Story and Boone Counties. Highlights include the Reiman Gardens Winter Wonderscape Holiday Light Show, Main Street Ames Snow Magic Kickoff, ISU Winterfest, Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad Santa Express, Ames TUBACHRISTMAS, a night at Gateway Hotel, and much more.

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November 18, 2023

Last ISU home game

Bundle up and join the Cyclones for the final home game of the season against Texas. You don't want to miss this!

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November 17-19, 2023

Avenue Q

You will laugh your fur off as the puppets of Broadway’s Avenue Q explore real-world racism, sex, self-worth, and community in the most hilarious way. This show knows no bounds as characters sing their way through outrageous questions and adult situations.

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December 18, 2023

Ames Main Street Holiday Farmers' Market

Enjoy the first of two holiday farmers’ markets! Location for the Nov. 18 market is Sweet Caroline’s Kitchen & Cocktails (316 Main) and the American Legion building (225 Main). See you there!

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