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Free Tropical Leis for First 1,000 Hawaiian Hog Customers at Pork Tent
he Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is turning up the heat and the flavor at this year’s Iowa State Fair with the debut of the Hawaiian Hog, a bold new sandwich that celebrates the versatility... Choose Iowa Kitchen Demonstrations to Highlight Local Foods at Iowa State Fair
Free daily 1:00 p.m. demonstrations will offer Iowa State Fairgoers culinary ideas and inspiration as well as free food and beverage samples made from Iowa-sourced ingredientsChoose Iowa will present ...
(Iowa State) Fair Sweet Fair, August 7-17
Fair Sweet Fair kicks off tomorrow—get ready for the sweetest days of the year!Last Chance!Purchase advance admission tickets online at www.iowastatefair.org or in person at the Iowa State...
Attorney General Bird Warns of Ticket Scams Ahead of Iowa State Fair
As our great Iowa State Fair approaches and concerts and shows are scheduled in venues all over the state, Attorney General Brenna Bird is reminding Iowans to be cautious when purchasing event tickets...
Benton Soil and Water Conservation District to hold a fall fish sale fundraiser
Fall is an excellent time to stock fish. Not only do cooler water temperatures reduce stress on fish during handling and shipping, but they also help fish acclimate more quickly to your pond. Af...
Sensory-Friendly Morning at Iowa State Fair Presented by ChildServe August 13
On Wednesday, August 13, ChildServe will sponsor the fourth annual Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair. During the Sensory-Friendly Morning, the fair will create an environment designed fo...
Iowa State Fair has over 60 new foods to try in 2025
Get ready for a deliciously sweet reveal! A flavorful batch of the newest Fair foods is set to debut at the 2025 Iowa State Fair, and you're invited to be part of the excitement! Join us for a Faceboo...
2025 Iowa State Fair NEW Drinks
Iowa State Fair has new Food and NEW drink listsCheers to something new-Fairgoers can sip their way through a lineup of new drinks at the 2025 Iowa State Fair, set for August 7-17. This year's selecti...
State Treasurer Encourages Iowans to Visit Great Iowa Treasure Hunt/ISave 529
Heading to the Iowa State Fair? Be sure to stop by the Varied Industries Building from August 7–17. State Treasurer Roby Smith encourages fairgoers to check out two booths that could put money in yo...
New Variety Inclusive Playground to Debut at Iowa State Fair Opening Ceremonies
Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa is proud to announce the grand unveiling of the newest Variety Star Inclusive Playground, set to debut during the Iowa State Fair’s Opening Cer...