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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:Bandshell Block Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Cy-Hawk Eve Pep-Rally featuring the Iowa State University Wind Ensemble and the Iowa State University Cyclone Football ‘Varsity’ Marching Band!!  This family-friendly event will feature two outstanding ensembles sharing the stage for a one-of-a-kind event you won’t want to miss!  Bandshell park will be full of food trucks (for purchase), Cyclone Marching Band merchandise, Bounce houses, Face Painting and Balloon Animals!  Best of all – this event is totally free! Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment and fun!  Go Cyclones!\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/bandshell-block-party/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Teacher’s Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all public educators, Pre-K – 12th Grade!\nJoin us for a relaxing evening at Dog-Eared Books. Teachers will receive 30% off store-wide and there will be drinks and snacks available while you’re browsing and hanging out. On top of that, we will be doing giveaways throughout the evening!\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/teachers-night-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART:20260829T170000Z
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PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:412B Speakeasy Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Step behind the curtain into our speakeasy supper club, reimagined for the golden hours of morning. This isn’t a class—it’s an intimate, multi-course brunch experience where a simple reservation unlocks a leisurely afternoon of thoughtfully composed plates, unhurried conversation, and the quiet luxury of being cooked for. Settle in, and let us do the rest.\nThe Menu\n\nBagel & Lox Bite — a refined take on the deli classic, balancing silky cured salmon with bright, briny accents\nEggs Benedict — poached to perfection and crowned with a velvety hollandaise\nChicken & Waffles with Hot Honey — crisp, golden, and finished with a slow-building sweet heat\nCardamom Orange Donut Holes — warm, fragrant, and dusted to close the meal on a sweet, aromatic note\n\nEmail us now to secure you’re reservation while they last!\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/412b-speakeasy-brunch/
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SUMMARY:Monarch Magic
DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 29th at Ada Hayden Heritage Park from 10 am to 1 pm\nA fun, FREE, family-friendly event featuring local conservation groups, crafts, and an obstacle course. Explore the wonders of pollinators by joining in our bioblitz or buy raffle tickets for one of our fabulous prizes!\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/monarch-magic-3/
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SUMMARY:Tiny Deck Concert: Central Iowa Jazz Trio
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026!\nKick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck!\nFriday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM\nHead to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up the sounds—it’s the perfect way to wind down your week.\nEveryone’s invited—bring your friends, your family, and your dancing shoes. Don’t forget a blanket or LAWN CHAIR—the deck fills up fast!\nRain Location – Right inside the co-op.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/tiny-deck-concert-central-iowa-jazz-trio/
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SUMMARY:Tiny Deck Concert: Doomed Pioneers
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026!\nKick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck!\nFriday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM\nHead to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up the sounds—it’s the perfect way to wind down your week.\nEveryone’s invited—bring your friends, your family, and your dancing shoes. Don’t forget a blanket or LAWN CHAIR—the deck fills up fast!\nRain Location – Right inside the co-op.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/tiny-deck-concert-doomed-pioneers/
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SUMMARY:Tiny Deck Concert: Coffee Shop Romance
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026!\nKick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck!\nFriday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM\nHead to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up the sounds—it’s the perfect way to wind down your week.\nEveryone’s invited—bring your friends, your family, and your dancing shoes. Don’t forget a blanket or LAWN CHAIR—the deck fills up fast!\nRain Location – Right inside the co-op.\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/tiny-deck-concert-coffee-shop-romance/
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SUMMARY:HANDS-ON CLASS: DIY Herbal Lip Balms
DESCRIPTION:Dive in to the art and science of handcrafted herbal lip care in this interactive, hands-on workshop! Using a plethora of natural, nourishing, and eco-friendly ingredients including beeswax, oils, butters, and plant essential oils, participants will make and take home two different lip balm formulations to protect lips in all four seasons.  It’s herbal lip care made simple, made from scratch, and made by you! \nMeet the Instructor! \nAnn Staudt is the founder, chief soap formulator, kitchen chemist, graphic designer, sales manager, packaging extraordinaire, and overall operations manager behind Siberian Soap Co. She holds degrees in both chemical and environmental engineering. Soapmaking provides a wonderfully creative outlet that combines her interests in science, art, and living a simple, eco-friendly lifestyle. \n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/hands-on-class-diy-herbal-lip-balms/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Poetry Slam
DESCRIPTION:The Octagon is holding its second annual poetry slam! Last year brought creative writers and lyricists and we are excited to see who participates this year! Come hear original work from local poets of all ages and styles. The event will begin at 5:30 and poets will take the stage at 6:00. This is a free event, for attendees and poets alike. We prefer that poets sign up in advance at this link:  Poet Registration.  However, we will allow same-day sign up at the event. We hope you’ll join us and support the poets who are participating. \n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/third-thursday-poetry-slam-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Fit Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community event focused on enjoying the outdoors and staying active. Follow a set route at your own pace – run or walk as far as you like. Every 3rd Thursday from May through October, meet at Brown’s Shoe Fit Ames. Bring friends and enjoy refreshments, giveaways, and a fun midweek boost to your health and wellness. Registration will start at 5:30 pm with the walk/run to follow at 6pm!\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/3rd-thursday-fit-night/
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nPet Costume Contest & Trick or Treat\n \nCommunity Harvest Drive\nSponsored by:  \n \nMusician:\nDenise Forney\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAspen & Archer\nBerry Patch\nGluten Free with Jenna\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKits Place Creations\nOn Finding Ro\nPollinator Friendly Ames\nThe House of Lumpia\nZimma & Zekes\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-10-17-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Events:\nWest Homesteads Healing Herd\n \nCommunity Harvest Drive\nSponsored by:  \n \nMusician:\nTBD\n \nCooking Contest:\nChili Cook Off | Sign Up Here! ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wDldj8bxGb75xeX1D5w3FRkmwbvzmbUBQjwBf8mnL3Y/viewform?edit_requested=true )\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAmes Figure Skating\nBoer Certified\nBoricua in the Midwest\nBy Creative Heart\nCity of Ames\nGluten Free with Jenna\nHand Me Down Talents\nHand-Me-Down-Talents\nIowa State Extension\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKits Place Creations\nLenniekins\nLocally Stitched\nMidwest Maker\nMikayla Designs\nMuddy Feet Farm\nOlson Family Farm\nOn Finding Ro\nPnB Goodies\nSweet Honeymoon Winery\nThat Crafty Goblin\nThe House of Lumpia\nXandra’s Brand\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-10-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nIowa League of Heroes\nSponsored by:  \n \nMusician:\nJake Doty\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAlzheimers Association of Iowa\nAnderson Studio\nAspen & Archer\nBerry Patch\nBoer Certified\nBoricua in the Midwest\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nDasu Bonsai Studio\nGluten Free with Jenna\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKay Kay Adventures\nKits Place Creations\nLulu London\nM & D Designs\nMeier Lynn Furniture Art and Restoration\nMidwest Maker\nMikayla Designs\nMk Magnets\nOlson Family Farm\nReiman Gardens\nThat Crafty Goblin\nThe House of Lumpia\nThistle & Yarrow\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-10-3-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260430
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:13
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nHovick Family Petting Zoo\n \nMusician:\nPatricia Holly\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAnka Snider\nAspen & Archer\nBoer Certified\nCity of Ames\nDasu Bonsai Studio\nGluten Free Steils\nIowa State Extension\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKits Place Creations\nLiz’s Mixes\nLocally Stitched\nLucky Me Mercantile\nMikayla Designs\nNymph in the Woods\nOlson Family Farm\nOn Finding Ro\nZimma & Zekes\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-9-26-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nAmes Bookmobile\n \nMusician:\nBoone Fiddler\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAnderson Studio\nAspen & Archer\nBerry Patch\nCity of Ames\nCommunity Arts Wing\nHand Me Down Talents\nHand-Me-Down-Talents\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKits Place Creations\nLucky Me Mercantile\nMeier Lynn Furniture Art and Restoration\nMuddy Feet Farm\nMustard Seed Community Farm\nNymph in the Woods\nOlson Family Farm\nPatched Hat Bar\nPollinator Friendly Ames\nRooster Ranch\nThe Art of Caitlyn Chellew\nThe House of Lumpia\nThistle & Yarrow\nThrive in Nature\nZimma & Zekes\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-9-19-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-26901debb30ea03f0aa833c9de6b81e9@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260912T130000Z
DTEND:20260912T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260331T201000Z
CREATED:20260331
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:17
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nMarket Bag Giveaway Sponsored by VisionBank ( https://www.visionbank.com/ )!\n \nMusician:\nRedzband\n \nCooking Contest:\nAnything Apple Contest | Sign Up Here! ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wDldj8bxGb75xeX1D5w3FRkmwbvzmbUBQjwBf8mnL3Y/viewform?edit_requested=true )\n \nDay Sponsor:\n\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAlways Baked\nAlzheimers Association of Iowa\nBy Creative Heart\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nDasu Bonsai Studio\nGluten Free Steils\nIowa State Extension\nJust Sitting Around Making Headbands\nKits Place Creations\nLocally Stitched\nLucky Me Mercantile\nLulu London\nMad Murphy’s Meat Rub\nMidwest Maker\nMikayla Designs\nNymph in the Woods\nObria Medical Clinic\nOlson Family Farm\nOn Finding Ro\nOne More\nPatched Hat Bar\nWilliam Bliss Cancer Center\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-9-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-7813d1590d28a7dd372ad54b5d29d033@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260905T130000Z
DTEND:20260905T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260331T200900Z
CREATED:20260331
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:14
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nJoyful Colorz Face Painting\n \nMusician:\nDoomed Pioneers\n \nDay Sponsor:\n\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAnderson Studio\nAspen & Archer\nBerry Patch\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nCity of Ames\nDasu Bonsai Studio\nLenniekins\nLucky Me Mercantile\nLulu London\nM & D Designs\nMeier Lynn Furniture Art and Restoration\nMidwest Maker\nMk Magnets\nMustard Seed Community Farm\nNymph in the Woods\nOlson Family Farm\nPnB Goodies\nReiman Gardens\nRooster Ranch\nSweet Honeymoon Winery\nThe Art of Caitlyn Chellew\nThe House of Lumpia\nThistle & Yarrow\nXandra’s Brand\nZimma & Zekes\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-9-5-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-29c0605a3bab4229e46723f89cf59d83@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260829T130000Z
DTEND:20260829T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260331T200800Z
CREATED:20260331
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
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SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nMeyer’s Pony Rides\n \nMusician:\nShirley by the Sea\n \nDay Sponsor:\n\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAspen & Archer\nBoer Certified\nCherry Creek Woodworking\nCity of Ames\nCluster Fudge\nDasu Bonsai Studio\nIowa State Extension\nKarley’s Collection\nKits Place Creations\nLucky Me Mercantile\nObria Medical Clinic\nOlson Family Farm\nOn Finding Ro\nThrive in Nature\nZimma & Zekes\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-8-29-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-b440369bceb6aecbd0ffa5b66301ca66@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260822T130000Z
DTEND:20260822T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260331T200100Z
CREATED:20260331
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:15
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market
DESCRIPTION:\n \nSpecial Event:\nNathan & Clay\n \nMusician:\nHeartland Sky\n \nDay Sponsor:\n\n \nVendor List:\nFull-Time Vendors:\nAmaz 3D\nB+ Beards\nBackcountry Winery\nBaked by Beth\nBarrelly Conscious\nBean Caffeinated LLC\nBellbottom Moble Café\nCarlos Quesadillas\nC’est la Crepe\nCrafty Folk of Ames\nCrave A Cake\nDeal’s Orchard\nDivas and Weirdough\nDusty Hill Farm\nFarm Story Meats\nFisher’s Flowers & Produce\nFriend’s Flowers\nFuncke Fresh Farm\nGrand View Beef\nGreen Goods Market\nHometown Glow Candle Co.\nHuey’s Mini Donuts\nImani Expressions\nISU College of Veterinary Medicine\nJammed with Love\nJewell’s Country Kitchen\nJoygrow\nK2 Kustoms\nKnob Hill Farm\nKona Ice\nLee Greens\nLemon-Aide\nLet’s Go Cookie Dough\nLink’D Jewelry\nLK Custom Creations\nLost Lake Farm\nMacubana\nMary’s Farm & Garden\nMinerva’s Meadow\nMoxie\nMy Dinosaur Dreams Flower Co\nMystic Eco\nPiece & Freedom\nPiggy’s Kettle Corn\nPrintz All\nPurple Ribbon Beef\nRed Granite Farm\nRenn’s Syrups\nRolling Prairie Ferments\nRoot to Rise Farm\nSimple Life Farms\nStar Grass Farm\nSundae Morning Dairy LLC\nTara Beth Creations\nThe Heartland Maker\nThe Sweet Shoppe\nTurn Abput Memories\nVB Ice Cream\nWillies BBQ\nXtreme Finds & Creations\nOccasional Vendors:\nAmes Figure Skating\nAnderson Studio\nAnka Snider\nAspen & Archer\nBerry Patch\nChubby Pug Cheese\nGluten Free with Jenna\nKales Krafts\nKits Place Creations\nLocally Stitched\nLucky Me Mercantile\nLulu London\nMeier Lynn Furniture Art and Restoration\nMustard Seed Community Farm\nOlson Family Farm\nPatched Hat Bar\nRolf Pottery\nRooster Ranch\nThe Art of Caitlyn Chellew\nThe House of Lumpia\nThistle & Yarrow\nTom’s Woodworking\n \n*The Ames Main Street Farmers Market (AMSFM) and Downtown Ames often takes photographs & video during our events for use on social media or our website. By attending, you agree that Downtown Ames and the AMSFM may use any image of you that might appear in photographs or video taken at the market.*\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-8-22-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmers' Market
LOCATION:300 & 400 Blocks - Main Street
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-cd9508fdaa5c1390e9cc329001cf1459@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20261203T230000Z
DTEND:20261204T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T225800Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:6
TRANSP:OPAQUE
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 \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											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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UID:MEC-0ef41260a5b096182ee7e45b942cd46d@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20261127T060000Z
DTEND:20261201T060000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T225400Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:28
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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!\nDowntown Ames businesses, sign up to participate here!\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/small-business-weekend-2026/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-d1ac549dbfdec4a0d49baec903648bb4@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20261105T060000Z
DTEND:20261109T060000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T225000Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:11
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SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Warm-Up
DESCRIPTION:\nEase into the holiday season at Downtown Ames’ coziest weekend of the year! The Holiday Warm-Up is your invitation to slow down, sip on a warm drink, and enjoy the first festive feeling of the season, before jumping straight into full holiday chaos….free parking on Saturday and Sunday included!\nAs you stroll through downtown, each participating business will feature a preview table filled with gift ideas, cozy inspiration, and a sneak peek of what’s coming this holiday season. While you browse, enjoy a warm beverage, sweet treats, and the charm of downtown Ames as fall transitions into the holidays.\nBe one of the first to view the newly released Downtown Ames Holiday Gift Guide and discover unique local finds, gift inspiration, and favorite small businesses along the way. It’s cozy. It’s welcoming. It’s the perfect way to officially get into the holiday spirit!\nDowntown Ames businesses, sign up here ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyKFwD7FzSBe-kQTlG6qZPBLUvDRU2mtpZ66b9-9GdQaTQQw/viewform?usp=header )!\nThis registration form is for businesses located in the Downtown Ames Business District. If you do not know if your business is within the district, please contact Ronnie Bartmess at ronnie@amesalliance.com ( mailto:ronnie@amesalliance.com ).\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/holiday-warm-up-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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UID:MEC-fb1378d0b80ae44aae0000a3cff0b90f@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20261030T150000Z
DTEND:20261030T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T214700Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:28
TRANSP:OPAQUE
SUMMARY:2026 Downtown Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:\nCalling all ghouls, ghosts, goblins, and characters of all kinds…come trick or treat in Downtown Ames! Babies, toddlers, kids and parents… everyone is encouraged to dress up!\nJoin our friendly businesses in Downtown Ames and enjoy a fun afternoon with the kids while getting to know our community. We’re excited to see your fun and creative Halloween costumes!\nDowntown Ames businesses, sign up to participate here!\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/downtown-trick-or-treat-2026/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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DTSTART:20261008T230000Z
DTEND:20261009T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T214300Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:19
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SUMMARY:2026 Witches Walk
DESCRIPTION:\nCome out for a scary good time on Thursday, October 8! Downtown businesses will be open late and hosting snacks and sips between 6:00 – 8:00pm.\nThis event is geared towards adults, but all are welcome and costumes are encouraged.\nDowntown Ames businesses, sign up to participate here!\nInterested in volunteering during Witches Walk? We would love to have you! Please sign up here! \nFood Trucks\nDowntown Ames businesses are open during the event, but are you looking for a quick bite to eat? Check out the Food Trucks located on Kellogg between Main and 5th!\n\nEggroll Ladies\n\n.\nThank you to our 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*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/witches-walk-2026/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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DTSTART:20260907T230000Z
DTEND:20260908T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260114T172100Z
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CREATED:20260114
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:1
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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/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-054ab897023645cd7ad69525c46992a0@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260929T230000Z
DTEND:20260930T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T183700Z
CREATED:20260811
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:10
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SUMMARY:Paella & Sangria Pairing
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of Spain without ever leaving your seat. In this captivating demonstration, instructor Andy brings the heart of Spanish cuisine to life — from the satisfying sizzle of the socarrat to the bright, fruity pour of a perfectly crafted sangria. Pull up a chair, raise a glass, and let the flavors do the storytelling.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nThe art of building a classic Spanish paella, from selecting the right rice to achieving that coveted crispy bottom layer\nEssential techniques for layering aromatics, proteins, and saffron to create deep, authentic flavor\nHow to choose and prepare ingredients that make paella a true one-pan showpiece\nThe secrets behind a refreshing, well-balanced sangria — and how to tailor it to complement the richness of the dish\nHow to bring the spirit of Spanish entertaining into your own home kitchen\n
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/paella-sangria-pairing/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
CLASS:PUBLIC
UID:MEC-c6969ae30d99f73951cb976b88a457af@downtownames.org
DTSTART:20260917T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260120T213900Z
CREATED:20260120
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:27
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SUMMARY:2026 Music Walk
DESCRIPTION:\nMusic Walk is a free family-friendly event showcasing businesses in Downtown as well as local musicians.  Music Walk is the perfect opportunity to experience the many things Downtown Ames has to offer!\nInterested in volunteering during Music Walk? We would love to have you! Please sign up here! \n \nFood Trucks\nDowntown Ames businesses are open during the event, but are you looking for a quick bite to eat? Check out the Food Trucks located on Kellogg between Main and 5th!\n\nKona Ice of Central Iowa\n\nSign up for the 2026 event has CLOSED. Please email Ronnie ( mailto:ronnie@amesalliance.com ) to be added to the waiting list.\n \nMusic Walk Pairings\n \nMorning Bell Coffee Roasters – 111 Main Street\n\nRose Kundel with the Central Iowa Wind Ensemble – Stage, Screen, Jazz & Classical Favorites on Solo Flute\n\n \nMary Jane’s – 119 Main Street\n\nMoscow Puzzles\nPie Day\nPsyche\n\n \nOak Lane Candle Co. – 121 Main Street\n\nAsa – Asa, a college student trio, plays all their favorite songs with their acoustic and harmonic flair. With three guitars and singers, they cover songs spanning from Billy Joel to Tyler Childers, and Michael Jackson to Pheobe Bridgers. \n\n \nH&R Block – 126 Main Street\n \nWhiskey River – 134 Main Street\n\nMango Soul – Funk, Soul covers. 7 piece band with vocals and instruments\n\n \nLittle Woods Herbs & Teas – 136 Main Street\n\nElizabeth Zimmerman – Singer-Songwriter, jazz, soul, blues, folk\n\n \nDog-Eared Books – 203 Main Street\n\nBen Schrag\n\n \nHeroic Hair – 209 Main Street\n\nbloodless girls – Singer-songwriter with a guitar (usually electric, but can do acoustic too.)\n\n \nLondon Underground – 212 Main Street\n\nMatt Woods\n\n \nEmerhoff’s Footwear – 215 Main Street\n\nLarry ‘Red’ Stoltenberg – Acoustic rock, blues, and Americana with acoustic guitar and vocal\n\n \nTreats on a Leash – 216 Main Street\n\nDipayan Mitra – Vocal, instrument \n\n \nMoorman Clothiers – 226 Main Street\n\nFred Love\n\n \nChocolaterie Stam – 230 Main Street\n\nSydney Scandrett\n\n \nDuck Worth Wearing – 232 Main Street\n\nRyan Sheeler – rock, pop, blues, country\n\n \nThe Loft Resale – 233 Main Street\n\nJim DuBois – vocal with guitar, folk, 90’s country and rock\n\n \nRaygun – 301 Main Street #106\n\nSteve Veysey – Edgy and progressive folk-rock songs, guitar and vocals, all originals. Lyrically reminiscent of Cohen, Prine, Lightfoot, and Dylan, coupled with a unique acoustic guitar style. The songs explore the human psyche and the urgency of climate change.\n\n \nb.e.good – 301 Main Street #108\n\nCount Me In A Capella – Acapella pop and jazz\n\n \nLife Distilled – 301 Main Street #109\n\nJenn Pedersen – Jazz, Broadway, Pop, Folk\n\n \nSweet Caroline’s Kitchen & Cocktails – 316 Main Street\n\nSchool of Rock Ankeny – Popular rock & roll music performed by students of our school.\n\n \nDella Viti – 323 Main Street\n\nChris Patterson – Original Americana- Guitar and Vocals\n\n \nCrawDaddy Outdoors – 327 Main Street\n\nRosemary Toth – Folk, Light Rock, Country, Blues\n\n \nEverts Flowers and Gifts – 329 Main Street\n\nOnion Creek Band (6 piece band) – Old time fiddle music played acoustically\n\n \nWheatsfield Cooperative – 413 Northwestern Ave.\n \nAmes History Museum – 416 Douglas Ave.\n\nHigh Trestle Trail Rovers – Folk, bluegrass, traditional country, 5 musicians and one vocalist\n\n \nOctagon Center for the Arts – 427 Douglas Ave.\n\nFoxpin – Rock band with vocals\n\n \nThreadit – 429 Douglas Ave.\n\nStephen Shuka – Vocal and guitar – singer/songwriter style music, some folk songs, some rewritten pop music.\n\n \nPrairie Rose Needleworks – 500 Main Street #103\n \nBack Alley House Plants – 501 Main Street\n\nMatthew Biegger – Acoustic Singer/Songwriter\n\n \nGreat Harvest Bakery & Café – 502 Burnett Ave.\n\nRoger Riley – Guitar/ Vocals Christian Praise Classics\n\n \nTorrent Brewing Company – 504 Burnett Ave.\n\nKellen Balmer-Brown\n\n \nAmes Public Library – 515 Douglas Ave.\n\nFind great deals on CDs and other music-related items for sale in the Literary Grounds Bookstore in celebration of Ames Music Walk! Enjoy $1 off everything in the bookstore (except book bundles and items marked $1).All purchases help support the Library through the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.\n\n \nCornbred – 526 Main Street #106\n\nFezzik / Sascha Antropov – Fantasy Hard Rock\n\n \nEvent Sponsors\n		\n			\n				\n				\n												\n											\n															\n											Presenting Sponsor\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
URL:https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/music-walk-2026/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Ames Events
LOCATION:304 Main StreetAmesUnited States
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SUMMARY:Treats on a Leash Customer Appreciation Sale!
DESCRIPTION:CUSTOMER APPRECIATION STOREWIDE SALE!\n
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