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Ames Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Ames, IA, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Ames throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Ames events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Ames Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Ames
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 38
- Sep192026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. Bowling Green FalconsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium
50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, US50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, USFrom $4Avg. price ~ $88Tickets Available: 2886Select SeatsVIP Packages - Sep262026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. Utah UtesMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, US50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, USFrom $38Avg. price ~ $128Tickets Available: 1826Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Sep272026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLBest ValueWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. UCF KnightsIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. UCF KnightsHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $3Avg. price ~ $12Tickets Available: 339Select Seats
- Oct032026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLHigh DemandWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. West Virginia MountaineersMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, US50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, USFrom $39Avg. price ~ $152Tickets Available: 2798Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Oct0420267:30 PMSunR&B / SOULWeekend EventThe TemptationsStephens Auditorium • 2747 seatsStephens Auditorium50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, US50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, USFrom $61Avg. price ~ $128Tickets Available: 1325Select Seats
- Oct0720267:00 PMWedBALLETWorld Ballet Company: Swan LakeStephens Auditorium • 2747 seatsStephens Auditorium50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, US50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, USFrom $95Avg. price ~ $179Tickets Available: 1020Select Seats
- Oct0720267:00 PMWedProfessional (NBA)NBA Preseason: Indiana Pacers vs. Minnesota TimberwolvesHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $59Avg. price ~ $263Tickets Available: 445Select Seats
- Oct0820268:00 PMThuPOP / ROCKCopeland & Jenny DeeCopeland & Jenny DeeThe Maintenance Shop50011, 2229 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50011, 2229 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $486 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Oct092026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas State WildcatsIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas State WildcatsHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $9Avg. price ~ $14Tickets Available: 219Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatConcertWeekend EventMania - The ABBA TributeStephens Auditorium • 2747 seatsStephens Auditorium50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, US50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, USFrom $37Avg. price ~ $92Tickets Available: 973Select Seats
- Oct1220267:30 PMMonMUSICAL / PLAYThe WizStephens Auditorium • 2747 seatsStephens Auditorium50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, US50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, USFrom $49Avg. price ~ $178Tickets Available: 379Select Seats
- Oct152026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Colorado BuffaloesIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Colorado BuffaloesHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $8Avg. price ~ $13Tickets Available: 286Select Seats
- Oct172026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Utah UtesIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Utah UtesHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $8Avg. price ~ $13Tickets Available: 285Select Seats
- Oct1820267:00 PMSunCOMEDYWeekend EventBrad WilliamsStephens Auditorium • 2747 seatsStephens Auditorium50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, US50014, 1900 Center Dr Ames, IA, USFrom $44Avg. price ~ $118Tickets Available: 1018Select Seats
- Oct302026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. West Virginia MountaineersIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. West Virginia MountaineersHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $10Avg. price ~ $13Tickets Available: 216Select Seats
- Oct312026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLHigh DemandWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. Oklahoma State CowboysMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, US50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, USFrom $7Avg. price ~ $146Tickets Available: 2239Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Nov012026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas JayhawksIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas JayhawksHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $9Avg. price ~ $13Tickets Available: 339Select Seats
- Nov072026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. BYU CougarsIowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. BYU CougarsHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $9Avg. price ~ $13Tickets Available: 293Select Seats
- Nov142026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. Cincinnati BearcatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seatsMidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, US50011, 1800 South 4th St. Ames, IA, USFrom $20Avg. price ~ $134Tickets Available: 2317Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Nov152026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLWeekend EventIowa State Cyclones vs. Niagara Purple EaglesHilton Coliseum50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, US50014, 1700 Lincoln Way Ames, IA, USFrom $32Avg. price ~ $6116 tickets remaining!Select Seats
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Events by Show & Venue
Browse Ames events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Ames. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Ames right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Ames rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Ames?
Yeah — Ames doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Ames?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Ames, IA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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