Attractions

There is plenty of fun, excitement and thrills to be found at the Iowa State Fair. From Elwell Family Park and Thrill Parks to the classic Fair favorites like the Giant Slide and Ye Old Mill, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Thrill Ville

Buckle your seat belt for the newest, fastest and most thrilling amusement rides. Thrill Ville offers a clean and family-friendly atmosphere, but focuses on the spectacular, jaw dropping and super-speed screams of the best of today’s rides. Thrill Ville is located between the Grandstand and Ye Old Mill.

Thrill Town

Little Fairgoers and their families will find loads of fun and stroller parking in Thrill Town. Thrill Town features kid-friendly rides in a fun, clean and convenient location without having to navigate the larger Thrill Park areas. Thrill Town is located east of Gate 10 and directly north of the Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center Lawn.

Thrill Zone

Fairgoers seeking breathtaking, heart-stopping, hair-raising adventure will find it in the Thrill Zone. These unforgettable attractions will have you talking about the Iowa State Fair for months to come. Thrill Zone is located north of Gate 11 on the Fairgrounds.

Fair Favorites

Fairgoers of all ages love these Fair favorite rides like the Giant Slide, Ye Old Mill, and Sky Glider. These attractions are a must-stop and a fan favorite, you’ll be wishing the fair was year-round!

The COE, Circle of Excellence, is an objective, third-party appraisal of quality, performance, and presentation. The COE designation recognizes the “BEST IN CLASS” in the Mobile Amusement Industry given by the Outdoor Amusement Business Association (OABA). The COE is a recognition of high scores on a quality assessment audit by a committee of independent auditors and OABA Board members.

To date, the Iowa State Fair is one of only two fairs in the world to have earned this designation.

Thrill Parks FAQ

Find out more about the Thrill Parks at the Iowa State Fair.

FAQ Information