Facilities
What do 1,800 International Veterinarians, 1,900 Chemical Educators, 5,000 Boy Scouts and 2,500 AAU cross country runners have in common? They've all capitalized on the facilities available throughout Ames and Iowa State University. From boardrooms to a 14,000-seat arena and everything in between, Ames and Iowa State University can facilitate groups of any size.
We are here to be your liaison to the many Ames & ISU resources. Please contact us for information regarding additional Ames area facilities.
> Iowa State Center / University
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Fisher Theater
No member of the audience is more than 13 rows from the speaker in the uniquely designed 451-seat Fisher Theater. It is a perfect setting for intimate performances. Learn more >
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Hilton Coliseum
With 20,000 square feet of pillar-free exhibit space and more than 14,500 flexible seats, Hilton Coliseum is a grand platform for any large event. Learn more>
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Memorial Union
The Memorial Union is a full-service conference and meeting facility with hotel rooms, food services, retail operations, and art, leisure, and entertainment programs. Learn more >
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Scheman Building
With walkways to all other Iowa State Center buildings, Scheman acts as a great central location for any conference or gathering space for a wedding reception. Learn more>
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Stephens Auditorium
The 2,747-seat theater provides meeting planners with a striking environment for lectures, meetings and performances. The staff can take care of any light, sound, and media needs. Learn more>
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> ISU Sports and Recreation
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Bergstrom Indoor Training Facility
The 92,000-square-foot building was constructed over the existing turf practice field.
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Beyer Hall
Home of Beyer Pool, a six-lane, 25-yard competitive pool with an attached diving well and seating for approximately 800 people. Also in the hall are three basketball/volleyball courts, a weight training room and six raquetball courts.
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Forker Building
Houses a swimming pool and basketball/volleyball courts. The Forker Courts serve as the outdoor home of Cyclone tennis.
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Hilton Coliseum
With 20,000 square feet of pillar-free exhibit space and more than 14,500 flexible seats, Hilton Coliseum is a grand platform for any large event.
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ISU Cross Country Course
The first course in the nation designed exclusively for competitive cross country racing.
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ISU Soccer Complex
The facility was upgraded with permanent lighting system in 2004. The grass field is in excellent condition and one of the finest in the Big 12 North.
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Jacobson Athletic Building
The stadium complex was transformed in 1995-96 with the construction of the state-of-the-art Jacobson Athletic Building.
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Lied Recreational Center
Indoor facility includes 300-meter track with eight 42-inch lanes, 20 basketball courts, 16 volleyball courts, weight room and rock climbing wall.
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Maple-Willow-Larch Recreation Field
17 acre space includes football fields, ultimate frisbee fields, soccer fields and lacrosse fields.
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Pyle Family Gymnastics Facility
State of the art gymnastics practice facility.
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Southeast Recreation Field
53 acre outdoor space has football fields, softball fields and soccer fields.
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Southwest Athletic Complex
Widely regarded as one of the finest fields in the Big 12. The natural grass facility has permanent seating for 509, includes dugouts, an underground irrigation system, batting cages and a press box.
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Towers Recreation Field
144 acres of soccer fields, ultimate frisbee fields, flag football fields, rugby fields and lacrosse fields.
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> Ames Community Parks and Recreation
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Ada Hayden Heritage Park
A complete outdoor landscape for any activity. Space for fishing, trails, bird watching, cross country skiing and outdoor picnics and gatherings.
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City Auditorium and Durham Bandshell
The 881 seat Ames City Auditorium (ACA) is ideally suited for meetings, lectures, and all types of dance, music and theatrical performances.
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Ames / ISU Ice Arena
Affordable entertainment for ice lovers, and one of many places to host birthday parties and group entertainment.
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Community Center/Weight Room
The community center offers open gym times, fitness courses and strength training opportunities.
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Skate Park
A wonderful example of what can be accomplished when individuals, civic organizations and the private and public sector combine their efforts to pursue developing an outstanding facility. Learn more >
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Softball Complex
Parks & Recreation Softball Leagues utilize these diamonds regularly. If you are interested in sponsoring a tournament or reserving a diamond, please call 515-239-5350 for more details! Learn more >
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Ames Park System
Ames boasts 33 parks and a full compliment of recreational facilities. Learn more >
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> Special Interest Venues
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Ames Golf and Country Club
Full service private club with 18-hole golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, plus two dining facilities. Banquet space available for private member and non-member functions, accommodate up to 200 people. Learn more >
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Camp Hantesa & Conference Center
Hantesa is a year round facility with heated cabins, meal services and a retreat and conference center away from distractions that can meet your needs. Learn more >
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Iowa 4-H Center
The Iowa 4–H Center offers a variety of conference, lodging, and program facilities to meet the needs of any group. Learn more >
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Reiman Gardens
Reiman Gardens creates a striking entrance to Iowa State University and the city of Ames. Situated on a 14-acre site. Learn more >
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Hickory's Hall
From a formal wedding to a casual event, Hickory's Hall offers a full bar, large dance floor with lights and sound system. Seating for 350 guest with a capacity of 600 guests. China and glassware are available for rent as well as many decoration resources. Learn more >
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Hickory's Hilltop Center
One or two newly remodeled rooms for banquets or meetings. Hickory Park catering and full service bar. Seating for up to 275. Learn more >
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Seven Oaks Recreation
Seven Oaks caters to corporate meetings and retreats in "The Lodge at Seven Oaks". Seating up to 225, media center, in-house catering and "Coal Creek Lounge" available. Wedding receptions, reunions and other gatherings welcome. Learn more >
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> Ames Hotels w/ meeting space (100 +)
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Gateway Hotel & Conference Center
Our 2,400-square-foot Waterfall Garden Patio is a beautiful setting for corporate gatherings, receptions and other outdoor events.Gateway also has four terrace areas which are great for pre-meeting gatherings, breakout sessions, exhibits and receptions. Learn more >
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Holiday Inn Ames Conference Center
Conveniently located near local attractions and corporate and government offices, the Holdiay Inn Ames Conference Center houses three meeting rooms able to accomodate 10 to 600 people. Learn more >
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Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village
Our 2,400-square-foot Waterfall Garden Patio is a beautiful setting for corporate gatherings, receptions and other outdoor events.Gateway also has four terrace areas which are great for pre-meeting gatherings, breakout sessions, exhibits and receptions. Learn more >
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