Even though the quiet of summer has hit Ames, the music scene is still as lively as ever, with shows happening in downtown Ames, Campustown and more. Check out who’s playing this weekend right here: 

Friday, May 19th 

Damon Dotson at West Towne Pub

9 P.M., no cover

Damon Dotson has been on the Midwest scene since 2003, and has opened for artists like B.B. King, Willie Nelson and Kenny Loggins. 

Brick “One Man Band” 

Snus Hill Winery, 6:30 P.M.-9:30 P.M.

Charlie Parr w/ Matt Woods

DG’s Taphouse, 8:00 P.M.-11:30 P.M., $10

According to DG’s website, they’re “the two best blues players to grace DG’s Taphouse.” Get on out to the show!

Saturday, May 20th

Stutterin’ Jimmy and the Goosebumps

Mother’s Pub, 9:00 P.M.-12:00 A.M.

Returning to Ames for the first time since 2012, Stutterin’ Jimmy and the Goosebumps are bringing the blues back to central Iowa. 

Sunday, May 21st

Old School

Suns Hill Winery, 2:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.

A group with a variety of experience in nightclubs, cabarets and national artists, versatility is the name of the game for this Des Moines group.