Ames Stadiums & Arenas — Sports Venues & Tickets

Ames hosts its biggest games and events across 2 venues, anchored by Jack Trice Stadium (61,500 seats). From courtside and lower-bowl seats to value upper-deck sections, each venue above has a full seating chart, parking and transit directions, and an interactive seat map with live 2026ticket prices. Pick a venue to see what's on and where to sit.

Ames venue comparison

Venue	Type	Capacity	Location
Jack Trice Stadium	Stadium	61,500	Iowa State University campus
Hilton Coliseum	Arena	14,267	Iowa State University campus

Ames splits indoor and outdoor sports between Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium. Indoor arenas typically host hockey, basketball, and indoor events, while stadiums handle football, baseball, and soccer.

Choosing a Ames venue for your event

Seating & sightlines

Each Ames venue has a full section-by-section seating chart — click into any venue above and open the seating chart to compare upper-bowl value picks, lower-bowl sightlines, and premium options before you buy.

Parking & transit

Parking availability and pricing vary sharply between Ames venues. Jack Trice Stadium fills its closest lots first on game nights. Every venue page includes a parking guide with pre-booking tips and a transit breakdown for carless arrival.

Budget seats

Upper-level and end sections are the most affordable at every Ames venue. Midweek games and non-rivalry matchups typically run 20–40% cheaper than weekend primetime — compare live prices on any venue's ticket listings.

What are the main sports venues in Ames?

Ames has 2 major sports venues: Jack Trice Stadium (stadium, 61,500 seats), Hilton Coliseum (arena, 14,267 seats). Click any venue below for its seating chart, parking guide, and live ticket listings for 2026.

What is the biggest arena or stadium in Ames?

Jack Trice Stadium is the largest, seating about 61,500 for stadium events in the Iowa State University campus area. Ames also splits indoor arena events and open-air stadium games across separate venues — see each listing below.

How do I get cheap tickets to Ames venues?

Ticket prices vary by venue, event, and seat section. Upper-level and end sections are the most affordable at every Ames venue, and midweek games are typically cheaper than weekends. Compare live prices on each venue's listings below, or use the Ames cheap tickets page for the current lowest-priced games citywide.

Where can I find seating charts for Ames venues?

Each Ames venue page below includes venue information and event listings. Seating charts or interactive maps appear when matching venue geometry is available; review the event's listed section and row details before choosing an offer.

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Ames Stadiums & Arenas — Sports Venues & Tickets