Ames Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Ames, IA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 12, 2026
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.
- 59 Upcoming Events
- 3 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 59
- sports 40
- concerts 8
- broadway 3
- Live Shows 9
- comedy 2
- family 4
- This Weekend 3
- festivals 1
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 59
- Nov 12, 2026, 6:30 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Howard Bison at Hilton Coliseum,
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $3, Avg. price ~ $23, Tickets Available: 922. Select Seats - Nov 14, 2026, 11:00 AM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Cincinnati Bearcats at MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seats, 1800 South 4th St., Ames, IA 50011, US. From $14, Avg. price ~ $129, Tickets Available: 3990, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Niagara Purple Eagles at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $4, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 579, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 5:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Illinois-Chicago Flames at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $3, Avg. price ~ $27, Tickets Available: 1144. Select Seats
- Nov 16, 2026, 6:30 PM Mon — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALL: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Cincinnati Bearcats at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $8, Avg. price ~ $18, Tickets Available: 734. Select Seats
- Nov 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — CLASSICAL: Vienna Boys Choir at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 1329. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — FESTIVAL / TOUR, Weekend Event: Iowa All State Music Festival at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $52, Tickets Available: 266. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Drake Bulldogs at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $3, Avg. price ~ $36, Tickets Available: 1402. Select Seats
- Nov 25, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) VOLLEYBALL: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Houston Cougars at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $8, Avg. price ~ $16, Tickets Available: 644. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Kansas State Wildcats at MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium • 61500 seats, 1800 South 4th St., Ames, IA 50011, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $110, Tickets Available: 6023, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 11:00 AM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Norfolk State Spartans at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $14, Avg. price ~ $26, Tickets Available: 899. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Alcorn State Braves at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $10, Avg. price ~ $52, Tickets Available: 917, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — 50s / 60s ERA: The Doo Wop Project at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $94, Tickets Available: 1456. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Purdue Boilermakers at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $102, Avg. price ~ $257, Tickets Available: 390, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $3, Avg. price ~ $26, Tickets Available: 1385. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Iowa State University's Holiday Concert at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $24, Tickets Available: 262. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Iowa State University Band at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $24, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $47, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 1106. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Stephens Auditorium • 2747 seats, 1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 1055. Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball vs. Chicago State Cougars at Hilton Coliseum, 1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, US. From $6, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 528. Select Seats
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Ames Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Ames events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 27
Nov 12, 2026 6:30 PM
Iowa State Cyclones Football
1800 South 4th St., Ames, IA 50011
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 14, 2026 11:00 AM
Iowa State Cyclones Basketball
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 15, 2026 12:00 PM
Iowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 5
Nov 16, 2026 6:30 PM
Vienna Boys Choir
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 18
Nov 17, 2026 7:00 PM
Iowa All State Music Festival
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 21, 2026 7:30 PM
The Doo Wop Project
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 17
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
Iowa State University's Holiday Concert
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 06, 2026 3:00 PM
Iowa State University Band
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 06, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 2173
Dec 12, 2026 1:00 PM
Cirque Dreams: Holidaze
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 58
Dec 20, 2026 6:00 PM
Iowa State Cyclones Wrestling
1700 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 9
Jan 10, 2027 2:00 PM
Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 11
Feb 17, 2027 6:30 PM
Jazz at Lincoln Center
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 21
Feb 21, 2027 7:00 PM
Shucked
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Upcoming Events: 90
Feb 23, 2027 7:30 PM
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.
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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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