Fair Schedule - Iowa State Fair

Aug 13 - 23, 2026 | Days | Hours | Min

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August 13-23, 2026

• Visit The Fair
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  • Buy Tickets
  • Deals and Discounts
  • Kid Friendly Activities
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  • Vendors
  • Directions
  • Product & Food Finder
  • Disability Assistance
  • Camping & Lodging
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Groups & Tours
  • Fairgrounds Renovations
  • Iowa Horseman's Hall of Fame
  • What's New
• Entertainment
  • Entertainment Overview
  • Grandstand
  • Free Entertainment
  • Elwell Family Park
  • VIP Experiences
  • Attractions and Rides
  • Fair Schedule
• Food
  • Food Overview
  • What's New
  • Barksdale's State Fair Cookies
  • Healthy Choices
  • Food on a Stick
  • Value Priced Items
• Participate
  • Participate Overview
  • Bill Riley Talent Search
  • Vendors
  • Enter Contests and Competitions
  • Parade
  • The Way We Live Award
  • Volunteer
  • Sponsorship
  • The Kitchen Classes
  • What's New
• About
  • About Overview
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  • Fair Board
  • State Fair Merchandise
  • Fair Updates
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