Downtown Ames

Love is in the Air in the Heart of Ames!

Indulge in all that Downtown Ames has to offer as our Downtown Businesses present a curated celebration of love and connection February 1-16! ✨

Our 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.

Join us to feel the heartbeat of Downtown Ames as you create unforgettable moments together in the heart of the Ames.

The annual Art Walk is a great event that showcases downtown businesses as well as community artists. Discover the artwork of dozens artists including painters, jewelry makers, photographers, woodworkers, potters, sculptors, musicians, and much more.

Sign up by April 15 to participate in this years event!

Downtown Ames businesses – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw-FMctRYkdONbBIRt7DQeAVq-I4EKU5duuBawcbCjowYL0g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Artists – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4ewxCa5iNzEDcM4ZOSkVefnGCFEM9ijzw1_vMmOd4HlJjoQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Take a stroll in Downtown Ames during Sidewalk Sales and find dozens of sales and promotions that our local businesses are offering!

Downtown Ames Businesses – register before June 19 to be included in event promotions! sign up here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSducP_FqpEDLXXmLYGXbaYJIVjsjZb_t9OOxlvjU5xaVQgfJw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Music 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!

Still interested in participating in the event? we have spaces for a few musicians!

Downtown Ames business – sign up here

Musicians – sign up here

Come out for a scary good time on Thursday, October 9! Downtown businesses will be open late and hosting snacks and sips between 6:00 – 8:00pm.

This event is geared towards adults, but all are welcome and costumes are encouraged.  If you are looking for a trick or treating opportunity for kids, join us for Downtown Trick or Treat on October 30!

Witches Walk will also feature a Costume Contest! Winners will be decided at 7:00pm by who can get the loudest cheer from the crowd!

Downtown Ames businesses – sign up here to participate!

Activities 

FREE Giveaway – The first 300 Witches Walk attendees can pick up a free wine tumbler at Tom Evans Park located at 340 Main St. while supplies last. These will run out early!

Photo Stations – Grab a photo with your coven to remember this fun night out. Several can be found on the handout you’ll receive at Witches Walk!

Witches Bingo – (Pickup Bingo Sheet at Witches Walk) – Complete any 5 activities in a row to form a “BINGO” to be entered to win a gift basket with Downtown Ames Businesses.

Costume contest – Do you have the witchiest or spookiest costume? Join us at 6:45pm for our costume contest! Winners will be decided at 7:00pm by who can get the loudest cheer from the crowd!

Calling 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!

Join 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!

Downtown Ames businesses – sign up here to participate!

Visit 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!

Looking for gift ideas during Small Business Weekend? Make sure to check out the 2024 Downtown Ames Holiday Gift Guide by clicking here.

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Downtown Ames and Campustown Businesses – sign up here to participate!

Downtown Ames is always festive during the holidays! Join us for a night of fun holiday themed activities that are great for the whole family.

Downtown Ames businesses – sign up here to participate!