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This year's fair opened Thursday and runs 11 days through Sunday, Aug. 17. » See all of our Iowa State Fair coverage here.
If you're in the mood for something fruity, there are plenty of new foods and drinks (boozy and alcohol-free) to keep you ...
New this year, the Farmers Markets is showcasing the littlest creators. On the last day of the fair, Sunday, Aug. 17, kids ...
DES MOINES, Iowa ( KCCI) - The Iowa State Fair has implemented new mobile barricades at its main entrances to prevent ...
For many, the Iowa State Fair is a celebration of agriculture, community, and hard work. For 13-year-old Mesa Robinson, it ...
Here's your guide to the most exciting food and drink experiences at this year’s fair.
JR's SouthPork Ranch at the Iowa State Fair is offering a decadent $600 lobster roll that includes Maine lobster, caviar and ...
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCCI) - ‘Meeting on a Stick’ at the Iowa State Fair provides a safe space for those in alcohol recovery, ...
Fairgoers picked Winn & Sara’s Kitchen's Bacon Chicken Ranch Eggroll as their favorite new food. It's their second straight ...
The Iowa Lottery — and more than 1,300 participants — were victorious in their efforts to secure a Guinness World Record title for the most tickets scratched simultaneously.
Parker Schulz and his friends are selling water bottles for $1. Each dollar supports paying for their wrestling tournaments.
Kids got a chance to show off their calling skills during the Mom Calling Contest at the 2025 Iowa State Fair.