Nest Amphitheater
Ames, IA
50010
VENUE GUIDE
Nest Amphitheater
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Nest Amphitheater
Make the event easier by staying close to Nest Amphitheater and the surrounding Ames area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (706 reviews)
Spark by Hilton Ames
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (52 reviews)
Gateway Hotel & Conference Center
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,095 reviews)
Comfort Inn & Suites Ames - University Area
1.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (221 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Nest Amphitheater & the Area
Nest Amphitheater is an event venue in Ames, IA. 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 Nest Amphitheater for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Cafe Milo - South
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (10 reviews)
Provisions Lot F
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,756 reviews)
Filling Station
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (147 reviews)
The IowaStater Restaurant
0.7 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (341 reviews)
Wasabi Ames(South 16th)
1.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (483 reviews)
Mega Saver
1.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (31 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Stan Tap
2.0 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (40 reviews)
Cellar 626
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (119 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Burgie's Coffee | South Ames
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (668 reviews)
Scooter's Coffee
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (110 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
1.7 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (62 reviews)
Tosca
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (975 reviews)
Clouds
2.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (166 reviews)
Hyper Energy Bar
2.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (60 reviews)
Museums
Farm House Museum
2.3 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (38 reviews)
Ames History Museum
2.5 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (51 reviews)
Attractions
World's Largest Concrete Gnome
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (310 reviews)
Reiman Gardens
1.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,411 reviews)
Country Gables Park
1.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (44 reviews)
Stuart Smith Park
1.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (61 reviews)
Brunnier Art Museum
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (33 reviews)
Brookside Park
2.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (758 reviews)
Shopping
Duff Plaza
1.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (20 reviews)
Ames Shopping Center
1.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (38 reviews)
Dakota Crossing
2.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (105 reviews)
North Grand Mall
3.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Nest Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (2,174 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Nest Amphitheater. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Provisions Lot F
0.5 mi from the venue
Food near Nest Amphitheater for after the show or game.
Today: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,756 reviews)
Filling Station
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Nest Amphitheater.
Today: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (147 reviews)
Wasabi Ames(South 16th)
1.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (483 reviews)
Mega Saver
1.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Nest Amphitheater.
Today: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (31 reviews)
The Mucky Duck Pub
1.3 mi from the venue
Food near Nest Amphitheater for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,822 reviews)
Casey's
1.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Nest Amphitheater.
Today: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (111 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Stan Tap
2.0 mi from the venue
Drinks near Nest Amphitheater after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (40 reviews)
Cellar 626
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (119 reviews)
Getting to Nest Amphitheater
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Nest Amphitheater in Ames, IA. 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 Nest Amphitheater has not been verified. Check the local or regional transit agency and current event instructions for routes, stops, schedules and special event service near Nest Amphitheater.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Nest Amphitheater. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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What You'll Find Here: concerts; festivals; live entertainment
PLAN YOUR EVENT
Upcoming Events & Tickets
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