The Iowa State Fair straw poll, with more than 2,000 participants, may reflect voter enthusiasm but lacks scientific accuracy ...

Whether you're a one-and-done fairgoer or you'll be there every day, we've compiled this guide to help you make the most of ...

The pennant commemorates the submarine being placed into active service, which took place in April of this year.

New this year, the Farmers Markets is showcasing the littlest creators. On the last day of the fair, Sunday, Aug. 17, kids ...

The Iowa State Fair's 11 days each August are a culmination of a year-long planning effort that CEO Jeremy Parsons calls ...

The Iowa State Fair and other events are drawing large crowds to central Iowa, providing an economic boost before the school ...

The 2025 Iowa State Fair marks the 171st year of the state's biggest event. It's a summer tradition that draws more than 1 ...

Free stage headliners: Creed Fisher at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 8 p.m.; The Holy Rocka Rollaz at the Anne and Bill Riley ...

The Iowa State Fair is taking extra precautions to keep fairgoers safe as temperatures soar into the triple digits on the ...

The Iowa State Fair has introduced mobile barricades to prevent vehicles from entering crowded areas, inspired by a tragic ...

» See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here. “It’s good money. I spend it on the fair whenever I get it,” said Drew Byers, ...

The Iowa State Fair is known for its bustling crowds, sizzling food stands, and hardworking vendors who create a sense of ...