The Iowa State Fair's 11 days each August are a culmination of a year-long planning effort that CEO Jeremy Parsons calls ...

Whether you're a one-and-done fairgoer or you'll be there every day, we've compiled this guide to help you make the most of ...

New this year, the Farmers Markets is showcasing the littlest creators. On the last day of the fair, Sunday, Aug. 17, kids ...

The Iowa State Fair has introduced mobile barricades to prevent vehicles from entering crowded areas, inspired by a tragic ...

The Iowa State Fair honored Vietnam War veterans with a parade and concerts, marking 50 years since the conflict ended.

Free stage headliners: Creed Fisher at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 8 p.m.; The Holy Rocka Rollaz at the Anne and Bill Riley ...

This year's fair opened Thursday and runs 11 days through Sunday, Aug. 17. » See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here. Here's what you need to know about Day 10 of the 2025 Iowa State Fair, which ...

If you need a break from the bright lights and loud noises on the fairgrounds, you should take advantage of the ...

The 4-year-old boar grew up alongside last year's big winner, the 1,420-pound Finnegan. Finnegan not only won last year's ...

» See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here. “It’s good money. I spend it on the fair whenever I get it,” said Drew Byers, ...

In a celebration of the Iowa Lottery's 40th anniversary, hundreds of Iowa State Fairgoers set a Guinness World Record on Thursday for the most people scratching scratch cards simultaneously. The Iowa ...

The Iowa State Fair is known for its bustling crowds, sizzling food stands, and hardworking vendors who create a sense of ...