The Maintenance Shop
Ames, IA
2229 Lincoln Way 50014
VENUE GUIDE
The Maintenance Shop
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near The Maintenance Shop
Make the event easier by staying close to The Maintenance Shop and the surrounding Ames area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Iowa House
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.8 (187 reviews)
Gateway Hotel & Conference Center
1.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,095 reviews)
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
1.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (706 reviews)
Spark by Hilton Ames
1.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (52 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About The Maintenance Shop & the Area
The Maintenance Shop 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 The Maintenance Shop for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Panda Express
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (165 reviews)
Potbelly
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (371 reviews)
Blaze Pizza
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,118 reviews)
Jeff's Pizza Shop
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (955 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Stan Tap
0.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (40 reviews)
Mickey's Irish Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (123 reviews)
Cy's Roost
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (111 reviews)
Welch Ave. Station
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (447 reviews)
Outlaws
0.3 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (145 reviews)
The Blue Owl Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (85 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (296 reviews)
Business Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (24 reviews)
Hyper Energy Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Maintenance Shop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (60 reviews)
Clouds
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Maintenance Shop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (166 reviews)
The Roasterie and Heaping Plato
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (179 reviews)
Bookends Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (59 reviews)
Museums
Farm House Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (38 reviews)
Ames History Museum
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (51 reviews)
Attractions
Christian Petersen Art Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
Brunnier Art Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (33 reviews)
Stuart Smith Park
0.8 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (61 reviews)
Brookside Park
0.9 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (758 reviews)
Reiman Gardens
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,411 reviews)
World's Largest Concrete Gnome
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (310 reviews)
Shopping
Dakota Crossing
1.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (105 reviews)
Ames Shopping Center
2.0 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The Maintenance Shop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (38 reviews)
Duff Plaza
2.0 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (20 reviews)
North Grand Mall
2.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (2,174 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near The Maintenance Shop. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Potbelly
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (371 reviews)
Blaze Pizza
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,118 reviews)
Jeff's Pizza Shop
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The Maintenance Shop.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (955 reviews)
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (990 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Stan Tap
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (40 reviews)
Mickey's Irish Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (123 reviews)
Cy's Roost
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near The Maintenance Shop after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (111 reviews)
Welch Ave. Station
0.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (447 reviews)
Outlaws
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near The Maintenance Shop after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (145 reviews)
The Blue Owl Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (85 reviews)
Getting to The Maintenance Shop
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to The Maintenance Shop 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 The Maintenance Shop has not been verified. Check the local or regional transit agency and current event instructions for routes, stops, schedules and special event service near The Maintenance Shop.
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 The Maintenance Shop. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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What You'll Find Here: concerts; performing arts; live entertainment
PLAN YOUR EVENT
Upcoming Events & Tickets
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