About
Stephens Auditorium is a world-class multi-purpose venue in Ames, IA. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
3M+
Events Hosted
400M+
Guests Welcomed
46+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Multi-Purpose Venue
- Capacity
- 58,300
- Built
- 1980
- Renovated
- 2020
- Owner
- Venue Group
Upcoming Events
OCT
24
Iowa State University Collage of Choirs
5:30 PM CDT • Other
NOV
13
Iowa State University Band Extravaganza
7:30 PM CST • Other
NOV
17
Vienna Boys' Choir
7:00 PM CST • Classical
NOV
19
2026 OPUS Honor Choir
4:00 PM CST • Classical
DEC
3
The Doo Wop Project
7:30 PM CST • Variety
Location & Map
Iowa State Center, Beach Avenue and Center Drive
Ames, IAGet DirectionsGetting Here
Multiple lines nearby
Frequent service
Airports
Restaurants Nearby
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Hotels Nearby
The Plaza Hotel
From $650/night
Pod Times Square
From $189/night
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
From $425/night
Things to Do Nearby
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour
Cultural Tours • 2.1 mi
Broadway Show Experience
Art & Museums • 1.8 mi
Central Park Bike Tour
Outdoor Adventures • 1.4 mi
Parking Nearby
Stephens Auditorium Official Lot
0.1 mi • $35
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $30
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $15