After falling in love with the Iowa State Fair as a young girl, Ellen Hammond began volunteering in 1987 and hasn’t missed a ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — For a fifth year, the Iowa State Fair will host a special morning experience designed to allow those with ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair has revealed the butter cow companion sculpture for this year’s fair. On Tuesday, the ...

The Iowa State Fair will once again offer a quieter, more accessible experience for guests during its fifth annual ...

Looking to save money at the Iowa State Fair? Here are early deals for 2026 to cash in on before Aug. 13.

Be part of our KCCI 8 News live, studio audience at the Iowa State Fair. Join KCCI 8 News Anchors Stacey Horst and Ben Kaplan ...

Jeff and Deb Hansen of Iowa Select Farms have contributed $2 million to the renovation.

The Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network, in partnership with Wyffels Hybrids and the Iowa State Fair, is proud to announce the ...

The Iowa State Fair is launching a new interactive learning space this year alongside specialized workshops requiring advance ...

The Iowa State Fair's historic Swine Barn, built in 1907 and renovated over the years, will undergo $20 million in renovations to be complete by 2028.

DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa State Fair is introducing parking and traffic improvements for 2026 designed to make getting to and from the Fairgrounds smoother and safer. Fair staff reviewed ...

State fairs are a big draw this time of year for millions of visitors. Whether it's getting a chance to pet a newborn calf, take a ride in a giant plastic ball or eat any number of fried foods, going ...