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Ames, IA bingo cards

Bring some hometown fun to game night with Ames, IA bingo cards, filled with local sights and Iowa favorites like Wild rose.

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Preview of one card. Tap squares to try marking them. Every printed card is shuffled differently.

Ames bingo word list

These 26 words fill a 5x5 card with a free space, with a few extra for variety. They combine Ames with Iowa symbols from the Hawkeye State and familiar sights from any American town.

  • Ames
  • Welcome to Ames
  • Iowa
  • Wild rose
  • Covered bridge
  • Soybeans
  • Mississippi River
  • Wind turbine
  • Goldfinch
  • State fair
  • Street festival
  • City hall
  • Bike lane
  • Street mural
  • Community garden
  • Traffic jam
  • Post office
  • Weather report
  • City park
  • Local diner
  • Library
  • Hardware store
  • Parade
  • Pizza place
  • Ice cream shop
  • Des Moines

Ideas for Ames bingo

Neighborhood walk

Take the cards on a walk around Ames and mark what you see: a mural, a food truck, a dog park. Kids stay curious the whole way.

Classroom community unit

Teachers in Ames can use the cards for a 'Our Community' lesson. Swap in your school name, local parks and landmarks.

Block party or festival

Hand cards out at a Ames block party or street fair. Neighbors mark squares as they meet people and find booths.

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Frequently asked questions

What words are on the Ames bingo cards?

The list includes Ames, Iowa favorites like Wild rose and Covered bridge, and everyday city sights like street festival and city hall. You can edit every word before printing.

Can I add local Ames places?

Yes. Add your school, neighborhood park or favorite restaurant in Ames to the word list, one per line, and they'll be shuffled into every card.

How many cards can I print?

Up to 200 at a time, with 1, 2 or 4 cards per page. Each card is shuffled differently.