Conference · Des Moines, Iowa · Major show
Iowa State Fair 2027
Amusement, Entertainment · Music
Key numbers
- Exhibitors
- 600in 2009, organiser's figure
- Visitors
- 1,109,150in 2010, organiser's figure
- Floor space
- 160 acresin 2009, organiser's figure
- Editions on record
- 8first in 2009
About Iowa State Fair
Smile. Whether it's the happiness of a day at fair with your family or winning a ribbon, enjoying your favorite bands or snacking on your favorite food on a stick, nothing compares to the Iowa State Fair.
Fair Hours
Grounds: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.; no entry or re-entry after 9 p.m. on Sunday, August 18
Buildings: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Midway: 10 a.m. to Midnight
Regular Gate Admission (Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted at the gate)
Adults (Ages 12+): $11
Children (Ages 6-11): $5
Children (Ages 5 & Under): FREE
From our listing of the 2013 edition. Details may have changed since.
Editions
| Year | Dates | Where | Exhibitors | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 12–22 Aug 2027 Dates announced | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | — | — |
| 2015 | 8–18 Aug 2015 | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | — | — |
| 2014 | 8–18 Aug 2014 | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | — | — |
| 2013 | 8–18 Aug 2013 | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | — | — |
| 2012 | 9–19 Aug 2012 | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | — | — |
| 2011 | 11–21 Aug 2011 | Iowa State Center Ames, Iowa | — | — |
| 2010 | 12–22 Aug 2010 | Des Moines Marriott Des Moines, Iowa | — | 1,109,150 |
| 2009 | 13–23 Aug 2009 | Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, Iowa | 600 | 1,109,150 |
Past editions from the bvents archive (2008–2019) and organiser figures where they were published.
Questions
When is Iowa State Fair?
12–22 Aug 2027 — dates announced on the organiser's website.
Where is it held?
The 2013 edition was at Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, Iowa. The organiser hasn't confirmed the venue for this edition yet.
How often does it take place?
Annual, judging by the 8 editions on record since 2009.