So, here's what you should know about weather and daily events on Monday, Aug. 11 — Veterans Day at the fair — before you head out. There's a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Monday, Aug. 11 ...

On Monday, the fair is celebrating Iowa Lottery and Veterans Day. Every year, some of the lottery's proceeds go toward the ...

The level of appreciation veterans received Monday at the Iowa State Fair was nowhere to be found when they returned to the U.S. from the Vietnam War.

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 ...

Backyard chefs gathered at the Iowa State Fair to showcase their culinary skills during the 61st Annual Cookout Contest.

This year's fair opened Thursday and runs 11 days through Sunday, Aug. 17. » See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here.

The State Fair saw 118,454 people attend the third day on Saturday, Aug. 9. In 2024, 128,732 people attended day three of the ...

Brian Britt takes top honors in the Big Boar competition after setting the state fair record in 2024, while Abby Willson wins ...

The 2025 Iowa State Fair starts Aug. 7 and runs until Aug. 17. The grounds open at 8 a.m. and are open until midnight except the final day, when the grounds close at 9 p.m.