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November 30, 2024

Cyclone Football vs. Kansas State

Come for the game — stay for the weekend! Kick off your Saturday with an exhilarating tailgate experience at Jack Trice Stadium. Cheer on the Cyclones as they play Kansas State.

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December 5-8, 2024

Merry and Bright

Holiday Weekend

Mark your calendars for this Ames-area celebration featuring community activities in Story and Boone Counties. Enjoy twinkling lights, music, food, shopping, Santa, and more as we kick off the holiday season in Ames!

Get in the spirit

December 5-7, 2024

Winter Wonderscape

Experience the magic of the holidays at Reiman Gardens’ Winter Wonderscape in Ames. This enchanting outdoor walk-through holiday light show featuring more than 150,000 lights illuminates the gardens, creating a festive atmosphere.

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December 6-8, 2024

Santa Express

Take a ride on the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad’s Santa Express, a journey that will take you from Boone to the North Pole and back! Santa will pass through the train, greeting children, and passing out a special gift.

Ride the rails

January 8, 2025

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute

Returning to the Stephens stage is crowd favorite, MANIA: The ABBA Tribute. The tribute band will play Stephens Auditorium on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the 2024-2025 tour. MANIA: The ABBA delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations.

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