Vendors

"Nothing Compares" to the range of vendors you’ll find at the Iowa State Fair!

The Iowa State Fair is home to more than 500 vendors offering a little something for everyone—from the most iconic Fair foods to one-of-a-kind crafts, the latest gadgets, and everything in between. Whether you’re looking for a deep-fried delight, a handmade treasure or your next favorite kitchen tool, you’ll find it here.

Food Vendors

Food is the main attraction for many Fairgoers! Each year, more than 200 food vendors dish out everything from traditional corn dogs and funnel cakes to creative new bites served on a stick. In fact, the Fair has become famous for offering over 50 foods on a stick, and dozens of new food items are introduced each year.

Shopping & Merchandise Vendors

Explore more than 400 commercial vendors located in the Varied Industries Building, under the Pavilion, the Shopper’s Mart, Walnut Center and in the Ag and Cultural Buildings. You'll find everything from hot tubs and gutters to hand-carved wooden spoons and local honey. It's a shopper’s paradise packed with demonstrations, deals and discoveries.

Agriculture & Livestock Vendors

The Fair’s deep agricultural roots mean you’ll also see vendors that support farming, ranching and rural life in the Ag Building, near the livestock barns, in the Machinery Grounds and in the Cattle Barn Foyer. Tractors, seed companies, livestock equipment and 4-H and FFA exhibitors all make up an essential part of the vendor experience. Don’t miss the Farmer’s Market near The Garden by the Animal Learning Center.

2026 Fair Vendors

Package Pickup

 Selected merchandise vendors in the William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building, The Marketplaces, Cultural Center, and Agriculture Building are participating in a courtesy package pick up service free to guests. Guests can make purchases and pick them up as early as 1-2 hours later at one of 5 gates (5, 9, 10, 11 and 15). Gate 9 is the only location guests can either walk up or drive up for larger items. The other gates will be walk up only. Package pickup hours of operation are 8 a.m.-10 p.m. For questions about retrieving a package, guests can call 515-401-1595. The Iowa State Fair is not responsible for lost or damaged goods.