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SUMMARY:4th Tuesday Free Open Write
DESCRIPTION:Join Ana McCracken for our Open Write Tuesday on Zoom or in person at Fifth Street Writers.\nWHAT’S AN OPEN WRITE?\nWe join together, share what we’re working on, and write for ~90 minutes. At the end, we share our successes, and sign off. Easy peasy.\nEmail Ana, ana@ameswriterscollective.org to register for the event.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/4th-tuesday-free-open-write/
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SUMMARY:Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Morning Bell will be open late, offering our coffee menu plus a special cocktail and mocktail with board games available to play\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/board-game-night/
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SUMMARY:Bored? Games!
DESCRIPTION:Will you punch your Ticket to Ride or will your Splendor attract noble patrons? Join us for adult game night every month to find out!\nTabletop games will be available to play, or bring a favorite to share. All gaming experience levels are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Everyone 18 or older is welcome.\nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/bored-games-2/
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SUMMARY:Books & Bevs at London Underground
DESCRIPTION:On first Mondays of each month, Books & Beverages will be meeting from 6 – 7 PM across the street at our favorite bar, London Underground, with co-owner Ellyn and bookseller Bailey to keep you company.\nThis book club does not require that you read a particular book; in fact, even if you wanted to, there isn’t one. We invite you to come hang out, grab a drink (London Underground has an extensive cocktail menu as well as many delicious mocktails), and discuss what you’ve been reading. In accordance with all of our book clubs, attendees will receive 20% off of all purchases for 20 minutes following book club.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/books-bevs-at-london-underground/
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SUMMARY:Learn with the League
DESCRIPTION:Join the League of Women Voters of Ames & Story County, in partnership with the Ames Public Library, for free, community-driven programming that celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States.\nPresentations are held at 7:00PM on the third Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to attend (no RSVP required!). Join us in-person at the Ames Public Library – Rotary Room or online via Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86386095005?pwd=JLbZ5xbe1CGKPx2hNkPGRZuIzLU8cg.1)\nOur 2026-2027 Program Series:\nSeptember 17 | Dr. Sebastian Braun “250 Years of Indigenous Nations and the US”\nOctober 15 | Dr. Karen Kedrowski “Formation & Function of Political Parties”\nNovember 19 | Dr. Allison McCarthy “Immigrants and the American Story”\nDecember 17 | TBD\nJanuary 21 | *planning meeting for LWV members – no presentation*\nFebruary 18 | Dr. Mark Kende “The 14th Amendment”\nMarch 18 | Dr. James McCormick “Globalism: Past, Present, and Future”\nApril 15 | *annual meeting at Prairie Moon Winery*\nMay 20 | Dr. Miguel Schor “Constitutional Conventions”\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/learn-with-the-league/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee, pastries, and conversation at the museum. Peter Hallock will present a history talk on “Early Ames Canadian Connections,” exploring some of Ames’ earliest settlers who emigrated from Canada. After the talk, browse current exhibits – museum admission is included in the ticket price.\nOn December 11, Hallock will discuss the Chamberlain Family. Five Chamberlain siblings moved to Ames from Ontario, Canada – four in 1869 and the fifth in 1875. Three became long-term residents, filling roles as teacher, banker, and manager of the local lumberyard in the growing community.\nTickets are $15 and include continental breakfast, history talk, and museum admission.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/coffee-chat-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market – Small Business Saturday Market
DESCRIPTION:\n\n \nWe’re bringing a mini version of the Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market indoors for Small Business Weekend!\nJoin us at Sweet Caroline’s Kitchen & Cocktails on Saturday, November 28, from 9:00am – 2:00pm to shop 14 of your favorite market vendors, all under one roof! It’s the perfect excuse to shop small, support local, and find a few holiday goodies along the way.\nAnd don’t put those market bags away just yet! Mark your calendars for December 12, when we wrap up the season with our FINAL Holiday Market at Quality Inn & Suites ( https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-holiday-farmers-market-12-12-26/ ) (2601 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010)!\nEnjoy free parking in Downtown Ames all weekend long!\nSee all Downtown Ames Small Business Weekend participating businesses here: https://downtownames.org/upc…/small-business-weekend-2026/\n\n\nVendor List:\nAnood Cakery\nBean Caffeinated\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nLind D Jewelry\nMK Magnets\nMy Dinosaur Dreams\nMystic Eco\nPnB Goodies\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nQuimby’s Clayworks\n\n\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/small-business-saturday-market/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:316 Main Street, Ames, IA 50010
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SUMMARY:2027 Hobby Hop
DESCRIPTION:\nWhether you’ve been wanting to learn something new or rediscover an old favorite, Downtown Ames is full of opportunities to get creative, meet new people, and try something different.\nFrom cooking and crafting to reading, puzzles, board games, and hands-on workshops, our downtown businesses are opening their doors to help you discover your next hobby.\nPick up your Downtown Hobby Hop Passport and visit participating businesses throughout the event. Attend a class, explore a new hobby, or find the perfect supplies to get started. Each stop earns you a passport stamp. Collect enough stamps and you’ll be entered to win a Downtown Ames gift basket!\nWhether you’re looking for a creative outlet, a new date night idea, or simply something fun to do, there’s a hobby waiting for you in Downtown Ames.\nHow it works:\nPick up a Hobby Hop passport at a participating Downtown Ames business. Visit participating businesses. At each location, attend a class or workshop, or purchase a hobby-related item. Receive a stamp. Collect stamps to enter to win a basket from Downtown businesses.\n \nDowntown Business Sign-Up: Click Here ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1u1QVIjxeCf9vgJvy97lE03ONtwU5IvbgwSh11myFGzg/edit )\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/2027-hobby-hop/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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SUMMARY:2027 Heart of Ames
DESCRIPTION:\n \nLove is in the Air in the Heart of Ames!\nIndulge in all that Downtown Ames has to offer as our Downtown Businesses present a curated celebration of love and connection February 1-14! ✨\nOur mission? To showcase Downtown Ames as the ultimate date night destination to celebrate those you love! Our Downtown Businesses have curated a list of ideas for experiences, gifts, galentines, food and kids to help guide your way through the Heart of Ames celebrating those you love and care for.\nJoin us to feel the heartbeat of Downtown Ames as you create unforgettable moments together in the heart of the Ames.\n \nDowntown Business Sign-Up: Click Here ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsYLlrbTGSGMeOu-1diU1PI9B5e4P583y4j8FFRIyE7BrcCg/viewform )\n\n*Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at a Downtown Ames event.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/heart-of-ames-2027/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Holiday Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n\nCelebrate the Holiday Season at our Indoor Farmers’ Market!\nMark your calendars for November 21, 2026, and join us for a festive shopping experience! Discover incredible gifts, decor, treats, and more, all handcrafted by local artists and producers. Support your community while finding unique treasures for your loved ones. Don’t miss out on this holiday market. We can’t wait to see you there!\nOur next and final Holiday Farmers’ Market will be on December 12 at the same location.\n \nVendor List:\nAlways Baked\nAmazed 3D\nAnderson Studio\nAnood Cakery\nB+ Beards\nBaked By Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBoricua in the Midwest\nBread by Tiffany\nCaitlyn Chellew\nCharly’s Creative Handicrafts\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nChubby Pug Cheese\nCluster Fudge\nCrave A Cake\nElizabella\nGeorge and Lucky\nGingerich Amish Baskets\nGluten Free with Jenna\nGolden Dial RadioWorks\nGrand View Beef\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nImani Expressions\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nKay Kay Adventures\nKnob Hill Farm\nLK’s Creations\nLocally Stitched\nLost Lake Farm\nM & D Designs\nMeow Acres\nMiskell’s Creations\nMK Magnets\nMystic Eco\nPawshaak\nPiece & Freedom Bakery\nPnB Goodies\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nQuimby’s Clayworks\nRed Granite\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise\nShelley\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn About Memories\nValerie Williams\nVB IceCream\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-holiday-farmers-market-11-21-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:2601 E. 13th St. Ames, IA
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Holiday Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n\nCelebrate the Holiday Season at our 2nd Indoor Farmers’ Market of the season!\nMark your calendars for December 12, 2026, and join us for a festive shopping experience! Discover incredible gifts, decor, treats, and more, all handcrafted by local artists and producers. Support your community while finding unique treasures for your loved ones. Don’t miss out on this holiday market.\nWe can’t wait to see you there!\n \nVendor List:\nAlways Baked\nAmazed 3D\nAnderson Studio\nAnood Cakery\nB+ Beards\nBaked By Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffinated\nBoricua in the Midwest\nBread by Tiffany\nCaitlyn Chellew\nCharly’s Creative Handicrafts\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nCluster Fudge\nCrave A Cake\nDebbie Woollet\nGeorge and Lucky\nGingerich Amish Baskets\nGluten Free with Jenna\nGrand View Beef\nHappy & Hooked\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nImani Expressions\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nKay Kay Adventures\nKnob Hill Farm\nLK’s Creations\nLocally Stitiched\nLost Lake Farm\nLuLu London\nM & D Designs\nMeier Lynn Furniture\nMiskell’s Creations\nMy Dinosaur Dreams\nMystic Eco\nPawshaak\nPiece & Freedon\nPnB Goodies\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nQuimby’s Clayworks\nRock in with Kelly\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nShelley\nSweet Honeymoon Winery\nThrive in Nature\nTom’s Woodworking\nTurn About Memories\nValerie Williams\nVB IceCream\nXandra Brand\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-holiday-farmers-market-12-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:2601 E. 13th St. Ames, IA
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SUMMARY:2026 Small Business Weekend
DESCRIPTION:\nVisit Downtown Ames and Campustown to support your local small businesses throughout Small Business Weekend. Share joy, shop small, and shop all season long at your local small businesses!\n \nEnjoy free parking Thursday-Sunday!\nThe Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market is hosting one of their Holiday Markets at Sweet Caroline’s Kitchen & Cocktails on Saturday, November 28 from 9:00am-2:00pm. Learn more and view the list of vendors by clicking here!\n \nSaturday Only: Small Business Weekend Tote Bags & Coupons!\nWe’re giving away only 7 exclusive bags at each participating store and each bag is packed with special coupons and deals from 27 Downtown shops. That’s it… just 7 per location! Be the first of 7 in line to grab a bag on Small Business Saturday, or head out on a hunt to track down which stores might still have some left.\nParticipating Stores:\n\nBack Alley House Plants\nBrown’s Shoe Fit Co.\nCooks’ Emporium\nCornbred\nCrawDaddy Outdoors\nDog-Eared Books\nDuck Worth Wearing\nEmerhoff’s Footwear\nFinesse Spa Salon\nGreat Harvest Bakery and Café\nHomegrown\nLife Distilled\nLindsey Loo’s/Moose on the Loose\nMarmalade Moon\nMiss Meyer’s Clothing Consignment\nNellie & Dani Style House\nOak Lane Candle Co.\nOctagon Gallery Shop\nPiece and Freedom Bakery\nPrairie Rose Needleworks\nRAYGUN\nStudio 13 Ames\nThe Loft Resale\nThe Shops at Clark & Main\nThe Slow Era\nTorrent Brewing Co\nWhiskey River\n\n \nSmall Business Weekend – Business Specials!\n \nMorning Bell Coffee Roasters | 111 Main Street | We’ll have a menu of seasonal drink specials plus we’ll begin selling 6 ounce mini coffee bags for gifting!\n\nFriday: 7am – 5pm\nSaturday: 7am – 5pm\nSunday: 7am – 5pm\nMonday: 7am – 5pm\n\n \nMary Jane’s | 119 Main Street | Apple Pie shots for $3 (normally $3.50), Bourbon Nog (Maker’s Mark + egg nog)\n\nFriday: 2pm – 2am\nSaturday: 11am – 2am\nSunday: 11am – 2am\nMonday: 2pm – 2am\n\n \nOak Lane Candle Co. | 121 Main Street | In-store and online specials and discounts\n\nFriday: 10am – 5pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 11am – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 5pm\n\n \nThe Slow Era | 130 Main Street | Friday: 10% off storewide, Saturday 10% off handmade items, 20% off vintage items\n\nFriday: 11am – 6pm\nSaturday: 11am – 6pm\n\n \nWhiskey River | 134 Main Street | drink specials and $10 tenderloins “10derloins”\n\nFriday: 11am – 6am\nSaturday: 11am – 2am\nSunday: 10am – 2am\nMonday: 11am – 2am\n\n \nLittle Woods Herbal | 136 Main Street | Sampling all holiday teas\n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\n\n \nDog-Eared Books | 203 Main Street | Dog-Eared Books is excited to offer a $5 gift card for every $50 spent in store. Alongside this, we will be selling $3 champagne shooters all day!\n\nFriday: 9am – 7pm\nSaturday: 9am – 7pm\nSunday: 10am – 6pm\nMonday: 9am – 7pm\n\n \nHeroic Hair | 209 Main Street | Featuring holiday kits and spin the wheel retail discounts!\n\nFriday: 10am – 7pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nMonday: 9am – 7pm\n\n \nEmerhoff’s Footwear | 215 Main Street | 20% off Storewide\n\nFriday: 9:30am – 5:30pm\nSaturday: 9:30am – 5pm\nMonday: 9:30am – 5:30pm\n\n \nThe Knittery Nook & Fibre Co. | 219 Main Street | TBD\n\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\n\n \nNellie & Dani Style House | 221 Main Street | Coming soon!\n\nFriday: 10am – 5:30pm\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 5:30pm\n\n \nWorldly Goods | 223 Main Street | 15% off 5 items.\n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 6pm\nSunday: 12pm – 5pm\nMonday: 10am – 6pm\n\n \nMoorman Clothiers | 226 Main Street | 20% Off Entire Stock & Free Gift Wrapping\n\nFriday: 9am – 6pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\nMonday: 9am – 5:30pm\n\n \nDuck Worth Wearing | 232 Main Street | Store wide surprise sales Friday & Saturday, Online sale on Monday & maybe Sunday\n\nFriday: 9am – 7pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 5pm\nMonday: 9am – 7pm\n\n \nThe Loft Resale | 233 Main Street | Store wide surprise sales Friday & Saturday, Online sale on Monday & maybe Sunday\n\nFriday: 10am – 7pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 5pm\nMonday: 10am – 7pm\n\n \nRAYGUN | 301 Main Street #106 | TBD\n\nFriday: 9am – 6pm\nSaturday: 9am – 6pm\nSunday 10am – 6pm\n\n \nPiece and Freedom Bakery | 301 Main Street, Suite 107 | $5 off your next purchase when you spend $25 today\n\nFriday: 12pm – 6:30pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday 9pm – 5pm\n\n \nb.e. good | 301 Main Street, Suite 108 | Be Merry Coffee Samples all weekend long. Pop-Up with the Charming Peanut, a children’s boutique on Saturday, November 28! \n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\nSunday 11am – 3pm\n\n \nLife Distilled | 301 Main Street, Suite 109 | Hot tea and honey sampling all weekend long. For every $50 you spend, you’ll receive a $10 reward to use in January. FREE SHIPPING on online orders of $50 or more! Plus, online shoppers earn January rewards, too. Stock up on your favorite essential oil rollers! Mix and match any four of our $17 rollers for just $60. Perfect for gifting, stocking stuffers, or keeping a few favorites for yourself.\n\nFriday: 8am – 6pm\nSaturday: 8am – 6pm\nSunday 10am – 5pm\nMonday 10am – 6pm\n\n \nHomegrown | 301 Main Street, Suite 111 | Popcorn and toffee samples all weekend long. For every $50 you spend, you’ll receive a $10 reward to use in January. FREE SHIPPING on online orders of $50 or more! Plus, online shoppers earn January rewards, too. Stock up on your favorite essential oil rollers! Mix and match any four of our $17 rollers for just $60. Perfect for gifting, stocking stuffers, or keeping a few favorites for yourself.\n\nFriday: 8am – 6pm\nSaturday: 8am – 6pm\nSunday: 10am – 5pm\nMonday: 10am – 5pm\n\n \nPiece & Freedom Bakery | 301 Main Street, Suite 107 | Free coffee or tea with any purchase of $20 or more.\n\nFriday: 3:30pm – 7:30pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5:30pm\nSunday: 9am – 5:30pm\n\n \nBrown’s Shoe Fit Co. | 306 Main Street | 20% off Storewide\n\nFriday: 7am – 7pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 10am – 4pm\nMonday: 9am – 6pm\n\n \nLindsey Loo’s / Moose on the Loose | 312 and 314 Main | Stocking Stuffer Table! Buy 2 get the 3rd item free!\n\nFriday: 10am – 5pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\n\n \nCooks’ Emporium | 313 Main Street | In-store specials.\n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 6pm\n\n \nCrawdaddy Outdoors | 327 Main Street | Buy one pair of socks, get one pair half price\n\nFriday: 9am – 6pm\nSaturday: 9am – 6pm\nSunday: 11am – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 6pm\n\n \nAmes British Foods | 328 Main Street | Buy 2 boxes Ahmad brand tea, get 1 free.\n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 6pm\nSunday: 10am – 5pm\n\n \nStudio 13 Ames | 400 Main Street | Drink Specials, Karaoke, Drag Shows, Bingo\n\nFriday: 8pm – 2am\nSaturday: 11am – 2am\nSunday: 8pm – 2am\n\n \nMarmalade Moon | 409 Douglas Ave. | For every $50 spent, receive a $5 gift card! \n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm\n\n \nOctagon Gallery Shop | 413 Douglas Ave. | All of our cards and ornaments will be 15% off Friday and Saturday; Sunday and Monday all fiber and wood items will be 15% off.\n\nFriday: 9am – 5:30pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 5:30pm\n\n \nAmes History Museum | 416 Douglas Ave. | 15% off in the Museum Store\n\nFriday: 10am – 4pm\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\n\n \nMiss Meyer’s Clothing Consignment | 432 5th St. | 15% off 1 Regular priced clothing, shoe or accessory and 25%, 50%, 75% off color tags\n\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\n\n \nThe Shops at Clark & Main | 500 Main Street #101 | In-store specials.\n\nFriday: 10am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 5pm\nSunday: 12pm – 4pm\nMonday: 10am – 6pm\n\n \nBack Alley House Plants | 501 Main Street | Free gifts at multiple spending tiers plus double rewards on Saturday, Nov 28th.\n\nFriday: 12pm – 6pm (no specials)\nSaturday: 10am – 6pm\nSunday: 12pm – 6pm\n\n \nPrairie Rose Needleworks | 501 Main Street, Suite 103 | Free pair of scissors with a purchase of $50 or more; Special gift bundles for every level of stitcher\n\nFriday: 11am – 6pm\nSaturday: 10am – 4pm\nSunday: 11am – 4pm\n\n \nGreat Harvest Bakery and Café | 502 Burnett Ave. | TBD\n\nFriday: 7am – 2pm\nSaturday: 7am – 2pm\n\n \nCornbred | 526 Main Street | Show your Receipt from any Downtown Small Business Purchase during Small Business Weekend and Receive $5 off your Purchase of $30 here! \n\nFriday: 11am – 9pm\nSaturday: 11am – 9pm\nSunday: 10am – 2pm\nMonday: 11am – 8pm\n\n \nCampustown Businesses\nFinesse Spa Salon | 2520 Chamberlain Street | Shop in Salon and a fill a bag to receive 20% off all items Or shop our online store with promo code BAG20 shopping link ( https://shop-us.phorest.com/businesses/M-Jm_kUdAeOVEXvrP4e7pQ/branches/KR4sxMsSeWkUmpogUXxERw/products ). *** Gift cards are not included.\n\nFriday: 8am – 6pm\nSaturday: 8am – 4pm\nMonday: 8am – 9pm\n\n \nThank You to Our Sponsor!\n		\n			\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											\n										\n									\n				\n				\n				\n		\n \n*Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at a Downtown Ames event.*\n
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SUMMARY:2026 Snow Magic Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:\nDowntown Ames is always festive during the holidays! Join us for a night of fun holiday themed activities that are great for the whole family.\n \nSnow Magic Kick-Off Activities\nHot ChocolateNeed a little something to warm you up while you explore Downtown? The Salvation Army will be serving hot chocolate in The Depot parking lot near Cornbred. Grab a cup, bundle up, and keep strolling as you take in all the holiday magic happening throughout Downtown Ames.\nLive ReindeerYes, you read that right, live reindeer are coming to Downtown Ames! Head to The Depot parking lot for the chance to feed, pet, and snap a photo with these special holiday visitors. Bring the kids, bring your camera, and get ready for a little reindeer magic!\nHoliday Window DisplaysDowntown Ames is getting a holiday makeover! Businesses throughout Downtown will be decking out their storefront windows with festive displays for the season. Take a stroll down Main Street, peek in the windows, and see how many holiday scenes you can discover along the way.\nCarolersYou might just catch yourself singing along as you stroll through Downtown! “Count Me In,” an a cappella group from Iowa State University, will be performing throughout the event and filling Downtown with the sounds of the holiday season. Stop and listen for a song or two — or join in if you know the words!\n \nKid’s Activities\nThe Great Plains Sauce & Dough Co. | 129 Main St. | A take home pizza art craft & Dutch Oven cookie decorating kits available for purchase.\nThe Slow Era | 130 Main St. | Ornament hunt\nWhiskey River | 134 Main St. | Guess the number of items!\nLittle Woods Herbs & Teas | 136 Main St. | Holiday Coloring Pages for everyone & Free tea samples!\n \nDog-Eared Books | 203 Main St. | Special Gift Wrapping\nTreats on a Leash | 216 Main St. | Spin the wheel to win a prize!\nWorldly Goods | 223 Main St. | Holiday Craft\nDuck Worth Wearing | 232 Main St. | We will have Santa!\nThe Loft Resale | 233 Main St. | Hot Cocoa Kits\n \nRAYGUN | 301 Main St. #106 | TBD\nLife Distilled | 301 Main St. #109 | Decorate a wooden ornament and scent with an essential oil & they’ll be serving hot tea samples!\nHomegrown | 301 Main St. #111 | Local, Ames, Iowa Author reading No Company for Christmas with live projections to go along with the story. Also will be serving locally made gourmet popcorn and toffee samples.\nLindsey Loo’s / Moose on the Loose | 312 and 314 Main St. | Color book and treat bag give aways\nCooks’ Emporium | 313 Main St. | Hot cocoa bar while you shop\nPhotoSynthesis | 317 Main St. | photo elf scavenger hunt\nCrawDaddy Outdoors | 327 Main St. | Kids Coloring Table, Coffee and Cookies!\nAmes British Foods / No Escape Iowa | 328 Main St. | Alice in Wonderland inspired tea party with photobooth and food and drink samples\nEverts Flowers Home & Gifts | 329 Main St. | Scavenger Hunt in the store!\n \nPotter’s Shoppe & Eatery | 330 5th St. | Make your own ornament\n \nMarmalade Moon | 409 Douglas Ave. | The Sweet Candy Guess – guess how many pieces are in the Jar and the closest count wins the Jar!\nAmes History Museum | 416 Douglas Ave. | Take-home historical holiday crafts. It’s also the opening day for our new feature exhibit, “The Artist’s Cottage: Works by Velma W. Rayness.” AHM will have free admission 5-8pm during the Snow Magic event.\nOctagon Center for the Arts | 427 Douglas Ave. | Writing letters to Santa and a star craft. Warm drinks and snacks while kids write their letters.\n \nMiss Meyer’s Clothing Consignment | 432 5th St. | Reindeer Craft\n \nThe Shops at Clark & Main | 500 Main St. #101 | Guess the number of candy canes!\nPrairie Rose Needleworks | 500 Main St. #103 | Embroidered Gift Tags (ages 6+)\nBack Alley House Plants | 501 Main St. | Botanical felt ornaments\n \nGreat Harvest Bakery and Café | 502 Burnett Ave. | Free Snowflake Cookie Decorating for Kids\n \nONE MORE by Wings of Refuge | 503 Duff Ave. | Guess the number of candy canes in the jar and will also have some Christmas goodies!\n \nShopping Promotions or Specials\nMary Jane’s | 119 Main St. | $3 Apple Pie shots, Maker’s Milk Nog/Tuaca Nog, and the Mary Jane’s Mudslide.\nThe Slow Era | 130 Main St. | Coupons stashed on ornaments through the store\nWhiskey River | 130 Main St. | Drink specials\n \nDog-Eared Books | 203 Main St. | 15% discount store-wide\nTreats on a Leash | 216 Main St. | Buy 1, Get 1 Free $3.99+ Cookies from the Bakery (excludes Bison Liver Bites and Shrimp Kisses)\nMoorman Clothiers | 226 Main St. | Free Gift Wrapping!\nDuck Worth Wearing | 232 Main St. | Specials Throughout the Store\nThe Loft Resale | 233 Main St. | Discounts on cold weather gear\n \nRAYGUN | 301 Main St. #106 | TBD\nb.e. good | 301 Main St. #108 | Enjoy Holiday Cookies and a Warm Beverage while shopping for Holiday gifts! Complimentary Gift Wrap with Purchase!\nLife Distilled | 301 Main St. #109 | Free gift with purchase! \nBrown’s Shoe Fit Co. | 306 Main St. | Progressive coupon – The more you spend the more you save!\nLindsey Loos | 312 Main St. | Enter to win a holiday gift basket full of goodies!\nCooks’ Emporium | 313 Main St. | In-store specials & complimentary gift wrap of your purchases!\nPhotoSynthesis | 317 Main St. | 15% off photo holiday cards and photo ornaments placed during the event. Buy now and complete you order within 2 days! DIY photo magnets and ornaments – get your photo printed for our special photo holiday photo ornaments and magnets.\nCrawDaddy Outdoors | 327 Main St. | Spend $100, get a $10 gift card\n \nPotter’s Shoppe & Eatery | 330 5th St. | Free cider and hot chocolate, and discounts on other warm beverages\n \nStudio 13 | 400 Main St. | Snow Magic Karaoke from 5:00-8:00pm with free apple cider. Terra’s Snow Magic Show at 9:00pm\n \nMarmalade Moon | 409 Douglas Ave. | 20% of Holiday Items (Excludes Thymes/Frasier Fir Items)\nAmes History Museum | 416 Douglas Ave. | 15% off in the Museum Store\nOctagon Center for the Arts | 427 Douglas Ave. | All fiber items are 15% off – find a cozy hat or scarf for the season, table runners and napkins for your holiday table, and reusable bags for your holiday shopping.\n \nMiss Meyer’s Clothing Consignment | 432 5th St. | 15% off 1 regular priced item\n \nThe Shops at Clark & Main | 500 Main St. #101 | In-Store specials\nPrairie Rose Needleworks | 500 Main St. #103 | Special discounted stitching bundles\nBack Alley House Plants | 501 Main St. | Double rewards\n \nONE MORE by Wings of Refuge | 503 Duff Ave. | 10% off store\n \n*Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at a Downtown Ames event.*\n \nEvent sponsors\n		\n			\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Presenting Sponsor\n										\n									\n				\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Supporting Sponsor\n										\n									\n				\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Supporting Sponsor\n										\n									\n				\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Reindeer Sponsor\n										\n									\n				\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Reindeer Sponsor\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n		\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/2026-snow-magic-kick-off/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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