The Maintenance Shop

The Maintenance Shop One of Iowa's great venues, located on the ISU campus. 50 years strong! Get Tickets! Our box office is open to purchase event tickets during these hours as well.
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The Maintenance Shop, or M-Shop as it is affectionately known, is the longest running nightclub in Ames, IA. The M-Shop is located in the west entrance of the Memorial Union (2229 Lincoln Way | Ames, IA) at Iowa State University and hosts around 50 musical shows a year. In addition, the M-Shop also hosts stand-up comedy nights, Grandma M

ojos Moonshine Revival, a student improv comedy troupe, open mic nights, theater performances, dances, and more. The M-Shop is an ALL AGES VENUE that is open for events in the evenings and from 11:00am-5:00pm weekdays, during the academic year, for studying, lounging and relaxing while listening to upcoming artists. As a student-run entity of Iowa State University's Student Union Board (SUB), the M-Shop can be rented for events or private use. Without a bad seat in the house, the M-Shop easily rivals any venue for performance quality and concert experience for its patrons. Stop by the M-Shop and check us out...We welcome suggestions for artists and improvements and we'll do our best to provide superior customer service if you come to enjoy a show!

The first concert of the semester is TONIGHT, Thursday, September 3. This concert is FREE and features two amazing local...
09/03/2026

The first concert of the semester is TONIGHT, Thursday, September 3. This concert is FREE and features two amazing local bands, Mango Soul (R&B/funk) and Look@Me (alt-rock)! We hope we’ll see you in the crowd! Doors open at 7:30 pm for the 8 pm show.

To kick off the M-Shop fall term, we have alt-rock band Look@Me and R&B/Funk band, Mango Soul playing at the M-Shop! Thi...
09/01/2026

To kick off the M-Shop fall term, we have alt-rock band Look@Me and R&B/Funk band, Mango Soul playing at the M-Shop! This first show is going to be FREE! Doors open at 7:30PM and the show starts at 8PM. See you at the M-Shop!

For fans of: Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder, Paramore, Avril Lavigne, and similar

Femme rock band ELOUR will be performing on Friday, September 11! The show will be opened by local alt rock band WOEM. D...
08/27/2026

Femme rock band ELOUR will be performing on Friday, September 11! The show will be opened by local alt rock band WOEM. Doors open at 7:30 pm for the 8 pm show!

Buy tickets at the M-Shop Box Office (M-F 11 am - 5 pm) or anytime at:
https://tickets.midwestix.com/events/10642

For fans of: Florence + the Machine, The Pretty Reckless, Paramore, Heart, and similar.

Mark your calendars because the M-Shop is hosting a FREE concert featuring two incredible bands, Mango Soul and Look@Me,...
08/25/2026

Mark your calendars because the M-Shop is hosting a FREE concert featuring two incredible bands, Mango Soul and Look@Me, on Thursday, September 3! Doors open at 7:30pm for the 8pm show.

For fans of: Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder, Paramore, Avril Lavigne, and similar

We’re so excited for another great semester of live entertainment! Follow along to hear about our amazing upcoming shows...
08/18/2026

We’re so excited for another great semester of live entertainment! Follow along to hear about our amazing upcoming shows! Go Cyclones!

What’s your favorite Twenty One Pilots song? Let us know in the comments!
08/13/2026

What’s your favorite Twenty One Pilots song? Let us know in the comments!

Don’t forget to get tickets to see not one but TWO incredible headliners in one evening! Iowa City band Lipstick Homicid...
04/23/2026

Don’t forget to get tickets to see not one but TWO incredible headliners in one evening! Iowa City band Lipstick Homicide and Desmoines band Bat Problem will be joined by opener Sunchoke on Friday, April 24. Get your tickets now! Doors open at 7:30 pm for the 8:00 pm show.

Buy tickets at the M-Shop Box Office (M-F 11 am-5 pm) or anytime at:
https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/lipstickhomicidebatproblem-isu2025

For fans of: Green Day, Bikini Kill, Babes In Toyland, Volcano Boys, and Nuclear Rodeo.

Kick off your weekend with pop-punk band Lipstick Homicide and rock band Bat Problem w/ opener Sunchoke! Come jam with u...
04/21/2026

Kick off your weekend with pop-punk band Lipstick Homicide and rock band Bat Problem w/ opener Sunchoke! Come jam with us one last time before the start of the summer! The concert will take place on Friday, April 24. Doors open at 7:30 pm for the 8:00 pm show.

Buy tickets at the M-Shop Box Office (M-F 11 am-5 pm) or anytime at:
https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/lipstickhomicidebatproblem-isu2025

For fans of: Green Day, Bikini Kill, Babes In Toyland, Volcano Boys, and Nuclear Rodeo.

Are you a fan of The Voice? If so, you should come see The Whips w/ Colin Bracewell on Friday, April 17! Max Cooper from...
04/16/2026

Are you a fan of The Voice? If so, you should come see The Whips w/ Colin Bracewell on Friday, April 17! Max Cooper from The Whips, and show opener Colin Bracewell, were both on the hit TV show this past fall! Doors open at 7:30 pm for the 8:00 pm show!

Buy tickets at the M-Shop Box Office (M-F 11 am-5 pm) or anytime at:
https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/thewhips-isu2026

For fans of: Backseat Lovers, Lawrence, and Colony House

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Iowa State University Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
50014

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm

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