Where can you see people eat pies at high speeds and yodel in the same space? At the Iowa State Fair, of course.

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 provided a sensory-friendly morning with reduced noise and flashing lights, creating a welcoming ...

A fair so nice, we had to put it in our Weekend Guides twice! Head to the fairgrounds for the second weekend of the Iowa ...

The red and black barstools at the West Des Moines Methodist Church stand have seen decades worth of fairgoers enjoying their ...

The 2024 Iowa State Fair was the biggest in the fair's 170-year history. So, what will the encore look like? According to ...

On a humid August evening, the Bud Tent at the Iowa State Fair pulses with the energy of tradition and reunion. For generations, it has been more than a place to grab a cold beer; it is a living piece ...

If you need a break from the bright lights and loud noises on the fairgrounds, you should take advantage of the ...

Cristian Lera of Carroll finished near the top of the podium this week at the Iowa State Fair during the Iowa Farm Bureau’s ...

The barns at the Iowa State Fair are more than just a place to prepare livestock — they’re a testament to the spirit of ...