Downtown Ames

07/17/2026

🎶 Headed to see Post Malone & Jelly Roll tonight at Jack Trice Stadium?

Make Downtown Ames part of your concert plans!
👕 Need a last-minute outfit? Our boutiques have you covered.
🍔 Grab dinner before the show.
🍹 Celebrate afterward with a drink at one of Downtown Ames' new outdoor cafés.

See you downtown! 🎤

07/17/2026

Thank you to Hastings & Gartin Law Group for being a Partner Investor in Downtown Ames. Your investment helps foster a vibrant, thriving district for businesses, residents & visitors.

Learn more on their website at:
https://www.hglawia.com

Are you interested in becoming an investor in Downtown Ames?
Visit: https://downtownames.org/invest/

07/15/2026

Looking for fresh and locally grown greens, berries and all of the best produce?

Stop by the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market on Saturday morning!

https://downtownames.org/farmersmarket/

07/15/2026

🎂Happy 3rd Birthday in Downtown Ames, RAYGUN!

When asked, what they want to be known for, RAYGUN answered " We want to be known as the Midwestern t-shirt shop that always leaves you feeling better than you did when you walked in. We aim to be topical, funny, refreshing, and above all, a place where people feel safe to be themselves. Our designs include something for everyone—your retired Dad, the Iowa State fan, your woke aunt, the LGBTQ+ community, the terminally online political ju**ie, your friend obsessed with steamy romance novels, the first-time-to-Ames visitor who gets a chuckle out of Midwestern puns, and everyone in between. We hope you feel seen and safe when you visit our store and will do our best to put a smile on your face, or else our cat CEO Gary will come after you with his laser gun. Pew pew pew!

Find RAYGUN at 301 Main #106, Ames, IA 50010

We'd love to see your favorite items you've purchased at RAYGUN. Share your pictures below!

07/14/2026

Thank you to the City of Ames - City Government for being a Visionary Investor in Downtown Ames. Your investment helps foster a vibrant, thriving district for businesses, residents & visitors.

Learn more on their website at:
https://www.cityofames.org/Home

Are you interested in becoming an investor in Downtown Ames?
Visit: https://downtownames.org/invest/

07/13/2026

🎶 Calling all musicians! 🎶

Music Walk is coming back to Downtown Ames on Thursday, September 17, and musician sign-ups are OPEN, but only until July 30!

Whether you're a solo artist, duo, band, or acoustic performer, we'd love to showcase your talent throughout downtown. It's a fun evening of live music, local businesses, and our amazing community.

Ready to be part of the lineup? Sign up today and help fill Downtown Ames with music this September!

https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/music-walk-2026/

07/10/2026

It’s going to be a great day to be downtown tomorrow! Free parking all day, Sidewalk Sales and the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market!

See you tomorrow at the market! It sure feels good to be back! We missed you last week!

Know before you arrive:
https://amesdowntown.org/farmersmarket/visit/

Details: https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/ames-main-street-farmers-market-7-11-26/

Day Sponsor: Overflow Thrift Store

07/10/2026

Your weekend plans are right here in Downtown Ames! Stroll the sidewalks for great deals during Summer Sidewalk Sales, then fill your bag with fresh produce, flowers, and local favorites at the Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market.
Shop local, enjoy the sunshine, and make a day of it downtown!

https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/summer-sidewalk-sales-2026/

07/09/2026

Thank you to Nelson Electric Company LC for being a Partner Investor in Downtown Ames. Your investment helps foster a vibrant, thriving district for businesses, residents & visitors.

Learn more on their website at:
https://nelsonelectric.biz/contact-us/

Are you interested in becoming an investor in Downtown Ames?
Visit: https://downtownames.org/invest/

07/08/2026

Alright, it's time to wrap up all of the parade fun because it's time for Downtown Ames Summer Sidewalk Sales to get started tomorrow!

The fun just never ends in Downtown Ames!

Enjoy FREE PARKING in Downtown Ames this Saturday and Sunday!

https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/summer-sidewalk-sales-2026/