Merry and Bright Holiday Weekend

Mark your calendars for this Ames-area celebration featuring community activities in Story and Boone Counties. Enjoy twinkling lights, music, food, shopping, Santa, and more as we kick off the holiday season in Ames!

Enjoy the weekend

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November 14, 2024

Ames 1864

Grand Opening

Celebrate the grand opening of Ames 1864 and grand re-opening of Nook & Nest and Z.W. Mercantile at The Shops at Clark and Main! In collaboration with Ames 1864, Discover Ames will have space for visitor information at this downtown location. Stop by and say hello!

Come celebrate

November 16, 2024

Cyclone Football vs. Cincinnati

Come for the game — stay for the weekend! Kick off your Saturday with an exhilarating tailgate experience at Jack Trice Stadium. Cheer on the Cyclones as they play Cincinnati.

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November 22, 2024

Reiman Gardens

Holiday Market

This brand-new Holiday Market provides a wonderful opportunity for vendors to share their creations with the public in a beautiful holiday garden setting. Enjoy a relaxing holiday shopping experience, browsing various seasonal, handcrafted, or vintage goods and artwork.

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