Welcome to the 2013 Iowa State Fair!

August 8-18, 2013

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Kids’ Zone

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Kids' Zone is the perfect place for young Fairgoers to enjoy a day at the Fair!

Family fun is easy to find in the newly expanded Kids’ Zone – a special area packed with food, rides and entertainment, all planned with our young Fairgoers in mind! Try out your green thumb at Little Hands on the Farm, join in the hands-on activities at one of the many Blue Ribbon Kids’ Club events, or roll up your sleeves to enjoy daily crafts for kids at Art Attack.

Little Hands on the Farm

Little Hands on the Farm teaches children the importance of agriculture and how it affects their daily lives in a fun and interactive way. Children ages 2 to 10 become farmers at this free, hands-on exhibit. Visit the Little Hands on the Farm page for programming details and times.

Blue Ribbon Kids’ Club Tent

Each weekday during the Fair, kids' club members will have the opportunity to participate in seven FREE fun-filled activities in the Blue Ribbon Kids’ Club Tent. All events start at 10 a.m. and will last 30-60 minutes. Visit the Blue Ribbon Kids’ Club page for membership benefits, registration information and event details.

Art Attack

Check out Art Attack at its new location in Kids’ Zone! Relax while your kids enjoy hands-on crafts – specifically designed with them in mind. Crafts are available from 1 to 5 p.m. every Fair day. Sponsored by Sprint.