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The 2025 Iowa State Fair has officially wrapped up, closing its gates Sunday night at 9 p.m. Despite challenging weather ...
The 2025 Iowa State Fair Grandstand saw record-breaking crowds, fair leadership announced. In the first 10 days of the fair, the Grandstand recorded 131,616 concertgoers, surpassing the previous ...
Free stage headliners: Creed Fisher at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 8 p.m.; The Holy Rocka Rollaz at the Anne and Bill Riley ...
The pennant commemorates the submarine being placed into active service, which took place in April of this year.
The Iowa State Fair straw poll, with more than 2,000 participants, may reflect voter enthusiasm but lacks scientific accuracy ...
New this year, the Farmers Markets is showcasing the littlest creators. On the last day of the fair, Sunday, Aug. 17, kids ...
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 ...
The Iowa State Fair's 11 days each August are a culmination of a year-long planning effort that CEO Jeremy Parsons calls ...
If you're in the mood for something fruity, there are plenty of new foods and drinks (boozy and alcohol-free) to keep you ...
He's a legend behind the lens. The Iowa State Fair's cow chip throw is back, and KCCI’s Cortney Kintzer filmed it for the ...
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 Iowa State Fair and other events are drawing large crowds to central Iowa, providing an economic boost before the school ...