Nothing Compares to the Iowa State Fair. Ride the big slide, share a corn dog, earn a purple ribbon, you can't miss the Iowa State Fair.

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Watch this page for more information about admission tickets, deals and discounts, Fair hours and more.

Buy Tickets

Make sure you get your tickets for the Iowa State Fair, where Nothing Compares.

Buy Tickets

Fair Hours

Find out the times for Fairgrounds, buildings and attractions during the Iowa State Fair.

Get Fair Hours

Kid Friendly Activities

The Fair has enough kid-friendly activities to keep families busy all 11 days!

Learn about Activities

Fairgrounds Map

Download a map of the Iowa State Fairgrounds before visiting.

Maps

Vendors

Looking for something special at the Iowa State Fair? A certain type of food or a specific product?

Find Vendors

Directions

Don’t get lost - get directions to the Iowa State Fairgrounds and ensure you have as much time as possible for Fair fun.

Get Directions

Parking / DART Park & Ride

Park in the Fairgrounds parking lots or at DART Park & Ride locations around Des Moines.

Park or Ride to the Fair

Groups & Tours

Find opportunities for groups and tours, and experience hundreds of food choices, free entertainment and competition.

Learn about Groups and Tours

Sensory-Friendly Morning

Find information for attending the Fair on Sensory-Friendly Morning.

Learn about Sensory-Friendly Morning

Disability Assistance

The Fair Board is committed to making the grounds, facilities, and services accessible to all.

Learn about Accessibility