Mustard Seed Community Farm
366 W Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Barns, Farms & Ranches in Ames, Iowa
We list 16 barns, farms & ranches 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.
Equine Farm
1050 N University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011
Sunny Heights Bed & Breakfast
17641 Templeton Rd, Ames, IA 50010
The 1868 Farmhouse Wedding Venue
1411 160th St, Boone, IA 50036
Iowa Lavender - Lavender Farm in Ames, IA
25016 Sand Hill Trail, Ames, IA 50010
Skunk River Equestrian Center
17830 550th Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Alluvial Brewing Company
3715 W 190th St, Ames, IA 50014
Prairie Moon Winery
3801 W 190th St, Ames, IA 50014
Gatherings Event Venue
1024 6th St, Nevada, IA 50201
Farm House Museum
601 Farm House Ln, Ames, IA 50011
Built in 1860, this farmhouse-turned-museum was the first building at Iowa State University.
Onion Creek Farm
3700 Onion Creek Ln, Ames, IA 50014
Cultivating Hope Farms
5500 240th St, Ames, IA 50014
The Barn
6100 US-69, Ames, IA 50010
Jeff & Deb Hansen Agriculture Student Learning Center
2508 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014
Eagle's Ledge
1892 330th St, Madrid, IA 50156
Black's Heritage Farm
26156 530th Ave, 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 barns, farms & ranches in Ames?
3 of the 16 barns, farms & ranches on this page publish room capacities. Their largest rooms run from 100 to 250 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 barns, farms & ranches quotes?
It varies. Some Ames barns, farms & ranches 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 barns, farms & ranches in Ames cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 16 barns, farms & ranches 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 barns, farms & ranches in Ames?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the barns, farms & ranches 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 barns, farms & ranches accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
Most modern Ames barns, farms & ranches 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.
Ames at a glance
High-level metrics about Ames for corporate event planning. Sources: US Census, regional CVBs, public visitor reports.
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- Hotels & Resorts 20 venues
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- Restaurants with Private Dining 15 venues
- Aquariums 13 venues
- Photo & Video Studios 13 venues
- Conference Centers 10 venues
- Banquet Halls 10 venues
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- University & College Rentals 9 venues
- Event Venues 7 venues
- Breweries & Distilleries 7 venues
- Outdoor & Garden Venues 5 venues
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