- TripBuzz found 31 things to do with kids in or near Ames, Iowa, including 16 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Ankeny, Madrid and Johnston.
- From Iowa State Cyclones - Jack Trice Stadium to Perfect Games, the Ames area offers 45 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and Colleges & Universities.
- Founded in 1864, Money Magazine named Ames one of its 'Top 100 Livable Cities,' thanks to its parks, low cost of living, schools, and other features. The city is located approximately 30 miles from Des Moines and is known for being the home of the Iowa State Cyclones. As part of a battleground state, the city hosts political events during election years.
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Small and large groups, as well as private parties, are comfortably accommodated at Cardinal Lanes, which features 20 lanes and offers everything from bumper bowling to Disco bowling with music and colorful lights in the dark.
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The Newton Community Theatre features quality theatre productions for guests of all ages. Past productions have included Les Miserables, A Christmas Carol, Annie, My Fair Lady, and It's a Wonderful Life, among many others.
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3300 South 24th Ave East, Newton, IA 50208
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Providing real NASCAR cars, Richard Petty Driving Experience allows visitors to race 50 laps on a speedway. The crew provides special training first before letting the visitor take the car out for a ride.
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At 55 feet tall, the Big Treehouse has over 5,000 feet of floor space. With all of the modern amenities, guests can enjoy the 13 porch swings as well as a Shady Oaks Museum as they enjoy the guided tour.
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Motorsports rule at the Iowa Speedway, a world-class automobile racing facility in Newton, Iowa. The Iowa Speedway hosts many NASCAR events, offers driving classes and is a popular concert venue.
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Rusty Wallace Racing Experience- Iowa Speedway
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3333 Rusty Wallace Drive, Newton, IA 50208
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With a 7/8th mile paved, oval track, visitors at Rusty Wallace Racing Experience- Iowa Speedway can take an instructional class before heading to the track for laps. Visitors can choose to ride along with a professional or drive solo.
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Visit the colorful and inventive National Balloon Museum in Indianola, Iowa to celebrate one of the most adrenaline rushing activities known to man! Enjoy pictures, demonstrations, and the science behind hot air ballooning, as well as a look at a full hot air balloon up close and personal.
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Named for benefactors Mr. and Mrs. William Buxton, Buxton Park is situated on 5.4 acres and is home to a butterfly garden, arboretum and ornamental fountain. It provides benches, a gazebo and a trail suitable for biking and walking.
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Showing the latest films, Paramount 7 Theaters offers visitors 2D and 3D viewing formats with digital projectors in its auditoriums. On Tuesday, visitors can receive a free popcorn with every ticket purchased.
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A movie theater with seven auditoriums, Paramount 7 Theatres displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers RealD 3D movies, birthday party hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.