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Pridefest 2023: Post Pride

This year, find a Post Pride event downtown after 6 to continue the party!

Ames Public Library • 515 Douglas Ave, 6-8PM

Youth in grades 6-12 are invited for an after hours movie night at the Ames Public Library with popcorn and snacks.

Life Distilled • 301 Main St #105, 6-8PM

You’re invited to Rose Apothecary opening night! Stop in at Life Distilled for an open mic night inspired by Schitt’s Creek. You’ll find music, artisan cheeses and drinks. Dress as your favorite Schitt’s Creek character or prepare your best impersonation for a chance to win a prize basket. Reserve your spot on the open mic at bit.ly/amesopenmic.

London Underground • 212 Main St, 6-8PM

Get your Post Pride drinks during the Queers and Beers happy hour at London Underground! Queers and Beers is an open Queer-celebrating social mingling event. London Underground will have a variety of craft alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Although happy hour ends at 8, the bar will remain open until 2AM. (21+ event)

Identity Salon • 307 Kellogg Ave, 6-8PM

Drop by Identity’s open house for free snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, giveaway opportunities, and music from a local artist.

Back Alley House Plants • 501 Main St, 6-8:30PM

Back Alley House Plants and Lott Music Studio are thrilled to host Post Pride in the Back Lott on the corner of Clark and Main. This event will feature a mini terrarium bar, queeraoke, local artists with items available for sale, Funny Onion food truck, free beverages, door prizes for queeraoke participants, and freebies for attendees. The terrarium bar will be $10 for a 1-quart mini terrarium. Veg/vegan and GF food options available. Kids welcome with an adult caregiver.

Morning Bell Coffee Roasters • 111 Main St #101, 6-9PM

Explore Morning Bell’s normal coffee drink menu, along with apple cider cocktails/mocktails. Local bakery Little Bohemia will be serving vegan and gluten free baked goods, as well as an edible cookie dough bar! Take your drink and baked treat to a table for board and card games, as well as a free button making activity. Kids welcome!

Sweet Caroline’s • 316 Main St, 7PM-Midnight

Enjoy the party at an adult-oriented drag show and afterparty at Sweet Caroline’s banquet hall! Featured performers include: Dominique Cass, Anjila Cavalier, Peaches Diamond, Javon’Tay Amir, and Vanessa Taylor. Hosted by CoCo with DJ Nick Bitz. The doors open at 7 with the show starting at 8.

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Pridefest 2023: Stage Performances