Heritage Garden Event Center
620 Washington St, Burlington, IA 52601
Aquariums in Ames, Iowa
We list 13 aquariums in Ames ready to host your next corporate event. Each is verified with photos, capacity, and reviews. Submit a single quote request to hear back from up to 3 venues in 24 hours.
Pancake House
623 6th St, Ames, IA 50010
Fitch Family Aquatic Center
115 N Elm Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Ames Play Yard
2175 232 Ln, Ames, IA 50014
The Parlor
119 Washington Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Octagon Center For the Arts
427 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Discover Ames
1601 Golden Aspen Dr # 110, Ames, IA 50010
Stephens Auditorium
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50011
Large, multilevel theater at Iowa State University featuring concerts, plays & other events.
Iowa State Center
1900 Center Dr, Ames, IA 50011
Lizard Creek Ranch
1762 Johnson Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Furman Aquatic Center
1635 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
Ames City Auditorium
520 6th St, Ames, IA 50010
CPMI Event Center
2321 N Loop Dr, Ames, IA 50010
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Meeting-planner FAQs for Ames
Common questions for booking corporate events in Ames, Iowa.
What's the typical capacity range for aquariums in Ames?
2 of the 13 aquariums on this page publish room capacities. Their largest rooms run from 150 to 350 guests. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds, and a room's largest number is its tightest one. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
Are catering and AV included in aquariums quotes?
It varies. Some Ames aquariums bundle in-house catering, AV, and event staff into the rental. Others operate venue-only and let you bring preferred vendors. Each listing notes its model when claimed; for un-claimed listings, ask in your quote and venues will detail what's included.
What do aquariums in Ames cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 13 aquariums on this page publishes a rate to us, so any figure here would be invented. Venue pricing moves with the date, the day of the week, the headcount, and whether the room carries a food-and-beverage minimum, so the only real number is the one the venue quotes you. Send your date and guest count and up to 3 Ames venues reply with theirs.
Can I get parking, AV, accessibility, and other logistics info upfront?
Yes — these are standard items in any Ames venue quote. When you submit a quote request, mention any specific needs (wheelchair access, AV requirements, parking for X guests, valet, etc.) and venues will address each in their response.
What's the cancellation policy for aquariums in Ames?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the aquariums on this page, so there is no deposit or refund figure for us to quote. Ask the venue in writing for the deposit amount, the payment schedule, and what is refundable at each point before your date, and get all three before you sign.
Do Ames aquariums accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
Most modern Ames aquariums support hybrid setups with built-in livestreaming, dedicated bandwidth, and AV teams. If hybrid is essential to your event, mention it in your quote — venues will confirm AV capacity, bandwidth, and any related tech fees.
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