Top city guide · 2026-06-03

Ames Family Guide

The best family-friendly things to do in Ames, from current activity picks to local events and city guides.

Explore top places to go, what is happening soon, and more ways to plan time with kids in Ames.

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Best Places To Start

Featured places for families in Ames right now.
Outdoor Pick
Reiman Gardens
Outdoor
1407 S University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011
4.7 / 5
Playground Pick
Treehouse Village
Playgrounds
Iowa Arboretum, 1875 Peach Ave, Madrid, IA 50156
4.7 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Center Grove Orchard
Outdoor
3285 120th St, Cambridge, IA 50046
4.5 / 5

What Families Can Do Here

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Outdoor
Reiman Gardens
1407 S University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011
Center Grove Orchard
3285 120th St, Cambridge, IA 50046
Playgrounds
Treehouse Village
Iowa Arboretum, 1875 Peach Ave, Madrid, IA 50156

Current Family Events

What is happening soon in Ames.
JUNE06
Ames Main Street Farmers Market
JUNE 06 · starts Jun 6
Weekly farmers market with fresh produce, vendors, live music, and free children's activities
Free
JUNE13
Ames Main Street Farmers Market
JUNE 13 · starts Jun 13
Weekly farmers market with 95+ vendors, live music, and free family-friendly children's activities
Free

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