Welcome to the 2013 Iowa State Fair!

August 8-18, 2013

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Happiness is the Iowa State Fair!

Smile. Whether it's the happiness of a day at fair with your family or winning a ribbon, enjoying your favorite bands or snacking on your favorite food on a stick, nothing compares to the Iowa State Fair.

Upcoming Events

  • Jun 21

    Auto Races

    Admission: $10 Adults, $4 Children 12 and under, $25 Pit passesGates open at 5 pm,...

    Location: Grandstand sponsored by U.S. Cellular

  • Jun 21-23

    CANCELLED PPS All Breed and Open Horse Show and Barrel Racing Event

    For more information: Mary Moorman 515/961.4925 or moorman4925@yahoo.com

    Location: Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center

  • Jun 23-29

    National Junior Shorthorn Show

    National Jr. Shorthorn Show & Youth Conference is a week long event that includes...

    Location: Pioneer Pavilion/Cattle Barn

  • Jun 28

    Auto Races

    Admission: $10 Adults, $4 Children 12 and under, $25 Pit passesGates open at 5 pm,...

    Location: Grandstand sponsored by U.S. Cellular

  • Jun 28-30

    Gun Show

    Contact Info:Daryl Klein 888/552.1486

    Location: Bruce L. Rastetter 4-H Exhibits Building

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