One of the most important roles that Iowa State Fair veterinarians play is helping animals during the birthing process, and ...

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 ...

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

Selected from 102 contestants, Riah Schrage of Grundy County was crowned Iowa State Fair Queen and awarded thousands in ...

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 ...

The Iowa State Fair partnered with ChildServe to host the fourth annual sensory-friendly morning at the Iowa State Fair on ...

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

Rock-tribute band Hairball is bringing its Silver Anniversary Tour to the Grandstand stage at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. This ...

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

Spencer Rush, 22, loved the fair up until his life was cut short in a motorcycle crash last year. Now, his family is honoring ...

The Farm Bureau Cookout Contest brought delicious barbecue smells to the fair's grand concourse this morning, with Gov.