Live music in Ames, IA

This week’s Bee Kind theme honors Honeybee month with a special focus on local honey vendors. Take in live music at Bricktown Bakery, and let kids enjoy activities on the Nevada Public Library lawn while you explore a varied mix of vendors.

Experience high energy Chicago blues at The Maintenance Shop at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. The performers aim to bring their very best for a lively, spirited set.

Prepare for a high-energy rock and roll show that keeps the momentum up and the dance floor moving. The music has even stretched late into the night before, a nod to how lively it can get. It is a dance-forward set, so comfortable shoes are a good idea.

A live performance featuring a blend of blues and classic rock, a touch of country, and a selection of original songs. The set moves through these styles for a varied mix.

Stop by the Ames Farmers Market on Main Street.

The event features original country music from Madison Kolbet, shaped by her small-town roots and strong family ties. An Iowa native who discovered her love of music in middle school, she has continued to hone her craft through songwriting and frequent co-writing with collaborators across the country.