News

Cow chip and rubber chicken throwing. Here's what to know about weather and events at the Iowa state Fair on Wednesday, Aug.
The parade and its 130 entries will begin marching at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday on Grand Avenue from the Capitol to 15th Street.
So, here's what you should know about weather and daily events on Monday, Aug. 11 — Veterans Day at the fair — before you ...
From Tallahassee, T-Pain is best known for songs including "Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin),'" "Bartender" and "Up Down (Do ...
DES MOINES, Iowa — Each year, thousands gather to watch Iowa's largest parade roll through downtown Des Moines the night ...
Here's a list of what's happening on the sixth day of the 2025 Iowa State Fair, featuring a beard growing contest, cook-off and more.
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 ...
The Iowa State Fair partnered with ChildServe to host the fourth annual sensory-friendly morning at the Iowa State Fair on Wednesday. The morning events start at 8 a.m. and go until noon, featuring ...
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.
Paul David, 62, is 26 years into his solo band. He loves his annual appearance in Des Moines for his favorite state fair in the country.