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Attention line skippers and savvy spenders, save time and money by buying your advance admission tickets and Thrill Park passes and wristbands.

Discount Advance Admission

Adult Admission (Ages 12 and up): $11 ($5 discount)

Child Admission (Ages 6-11): $7 ($3 discount)

Admission ticket is valid for one admission to the Iowa State Fair for any one day, August 8-18, 2024. Not valid with any other discount or offer. No refunds, no exchanges, no replacement tickets. Admission prices are subject to change.

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Elwell Family Park

Sponsored by Titan Tire, Maker of Goodyear Farm Tires with media partner WHO-The Big Show

The outdoor arena on the west end of the Fairgrounds includes bleachers and covered seating, as well as on-site restrooms and concessions.

Check out the free 2024 events for Elwell Family Park.

Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls

Pre-Fair Adult Ticket (ages 12 and over): $25 ($30 during the Fair)

Pre-Fair Child Ticket (ages 2-11): $20 ($25 during the Fair)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

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Demolition Derby

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Pre-Fair Adult Ticket (ages 12 and over): $15 ($20 during the Fair)

Pre-Fair Child Ticket (ages 2-11): $10 ($15 during the Fair)

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For registration info, contact Domination Motorsports.

Figure 8 Races

Sunday, August 18

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Pre-Fair Adult Ticket (ages 12 and over): $15 ($20 during the Fair)

Pre-Fair Child Ticket (ages 2-11): $10 ($15 during the Fair)

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For registration info, contact Domination Motorsports.

Attractions

Nothing compares to the thrills at the Iowa State Fair. From the Giant Slide to Thrill Parks to Ye Old Mill, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Advance Thrill Pass*

$30 for 40 credits (Save $10)

EVERY DAY (Aug. 8-18) credits are good on rides or games in Thrill Town and Thrill Ville.
Passes are reloadable for additional rides and games during the Fair for $1 per credit.

*Thrill Park Passes and Wristbands are not good in Thrill Zone.

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Advance ONE DAY Ride Wristband*

$40 (includes wristband)

ONE DAY unlimited rides Monday-Thursday in Thrill Town and Thrill Ville.
Unlimited Ride Wristbands do not include games, but credits can be added at any time. Unlimited rides only last until 10 p.m. on the day of redemption. Additional credits can be added at any time at Thrill Park Booths for additional rides and games. Wristbands cannot be shared.

*Thrill Park Passes and Wristbands are not good in Thrill Zone.

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