Ames Field
Michigan City, IN
2501 Franklin Street 46360
VENUE GUIDE
Ames Field
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Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
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Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Ames Field
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Ames Field & the Area
Ames Field is an event venue in Michigan City, IN. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Ames Field for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (844 reviews)
Stadium Inn
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (372 reviews)
Domino's Pizza
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (624 reviews)
Rios Mexican Grill
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (773 reviews)
Rally's
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,192 reviews)
The Cellar Door
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (100 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Knuckleheads Sports Bar-Grill
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (650 reviews)
The Nightingale
0.7 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (46 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Biggby Coffee
0.7 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ames Field for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (68 reviews)
The Brew Box, 920 Franklin St Michigan City IN
0.8 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ames Field for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (60 reviews)
Boba Tea House
1.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (16 reviews)
Lakeshore Café
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (766 reviews)
Dunkin'
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (114 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
1.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,193 reviews)
Museums
Depot Museum and Art Gallery
5.0 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (17 reviews)
Harbor Country Museum of History + Rail
10.0 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (98 reviews)
Attractions
Gardena Park
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (344 reviews)
Barker Mansion
1.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (280 reviews)
Ruby Woods
1.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (68 reviews)
HEROES Arcade • Museum • Gallery
1.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (59 reviews)
Save the Dunes
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (22 reviews)
DTG Jump Bridge
1.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (11 reviews)
Shopping
Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
1.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (8,027 reviews)
Outlets
1.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (581 reviews)
Dunes Plaza
1.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,277 reviews)
Michigan City Plaza
1.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ames Field.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (540 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Ames Field. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Ames Field for after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (844 reviews)
Domino's Pizza
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (624 reviews)
Rios Mexican Grill
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ames Field.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (773 reviews)
Rally's
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Ames Field for after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,192 reviews)
The Cellar Door
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (100 reviews)
Three Sheets Bar & Grill
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (383 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Knuckleheads Sports Bar-Grill
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (650 reviews)
The Nightingale
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (46 reviews)
Getting to Ames Field
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Ames Field in Michigan City, IN. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to Ames Field has not been verified. Major games and events may use special rail, bus, shuttle or traffic plans. Check the venue's official event guide and the local transit agency for current event-day service.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Ames Field hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Ames Field have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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