Fair Time Contests
The Iowa State Fair has contests for all ages throughout the Fair. Contests are open to kids and adults. From the Backgammon Tournament to the Mr. Legs Contest, there is a contest for YOU!
Aug 07 - 17, 2025
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August 7-17, 2025
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2025 Spelling Bee
The 2025 Spelling Bee will be held at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, August 8, 2025. Find eligibility and participation rules.
Special Events Directory
- 4x4 Stomper Pull
- Backgammon
- Banjo, Guitar and Mandolin Contests
- Bench Press/Deadlift Contest
- Best Bagger Contest
- Bill Riley Talent Search
- Checkers Tournament
- Chess Tournament
- Cornhole Tournament
- Cribbage Tournament
- Decorated Diaper & Diaper Derby
- Fiddlers Contest
- Fly Tying Competition
- Hat Parade
- Heritage Contests
- Iowa Auctioneers Bid Calling
- Iowa Parks and Rec Day
- Micro-Mini Tractor Pull
- Monster Arm Wrestling
- Mr. Legs Contest
- Pedal Tractor Pull
- Pigtail, Ponytail, Braid, Mullet and Mohawk Contest
- Queen
- Spelling Bee
- Twins, Triplets and More
