The 2025 Iowa State Fair runs Aug. 7 through Aug. 17 in. Here are some of the major changes and improvements at the fair this ...

Mark Hanrahan grew up showing animals and produce at his local fair, even making it all the way to the Iowa State Fair a few ...

Here's your guide to the most exciting food and drink experiences at this year’s fair.

Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ & Brew enters the Iowa State Fair's Best New Food contest with "Three Little Pigs," a ham ball dish with ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Visitors at the Iowa State Fair hosted the third annual Camper Crawl Wednesday evening, where campers set ...

Many think of high temperatures and humidity for expected fair conditions, and that isn't always the case. Catch the latest ...

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 ...

This year, the iconic Iowa State Fair butter cow will share the spotlight with sculptures of beloved "Toy Story" characters.

Thousands of Iowa State Fair fans will welcome back Iowa's biggest event by lining Grand Avenue on Wednesday night to watch the fair parade. Entries will start at the State Capitol Complex and head ...

Drawing on the State Fair's theme "Adventure Awaits," the Butter Cow is joined by an adventure seeking companion.

The time for eating all kinds of food on a stick while gazing at a cow sculpted in butter has arrived. Yes, we are talking about the Iowa State Fair, which begins Thursday and continues through Aug.

Several local producers will be featured during the 2025 Iowa State Fair as part of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and ...