Fair Schedule

Nothing Compares to the Iowa State Fair. Mark your calendars for August 13-23, 2026.

*Please note, dates and times subject to change.

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Grandstand

Explore our First-Time Fairgoer brochure and July Preview to plan your Fair trip.

Explore our lineup of events, from the Grandstand, Free Entertainment and Elwell Family Park, to competitions and America250 programming.

August 13: Red, White and Blue Day (Heroes Day)

August 17: Veterans Day

August 19: Older Iowans' Day and Sensory-Friendly Morning

August 23: Sunday Funday

*Please note, dates and times subject to change.

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