From flattened Barksdale cookies to corndog sticks, trash cleanup is a complex, $520K operation at the Iowa State Fair. Why ...

State of play: Many of the culinary and horticulture deadlines have passed, but there are still dozens of fair-time contests ...

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 ...

Looking for information on this year's Iowa State Fair? We've got you covered. Here is their year's official daily guide to ...

Attendees should prepare for weather changes and stay hydrated, with water refill stations available. The Fair operates from ...

New foods often get the most press at the Iowa State Fair, but don't forget the drinks. This year, there are 36 new drinks on ...

Tickets to see artists like Forrest Frank, Pitbull and Megan Moroney at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand are nearly sold out.

We want to give Iowans an opportunity to join us in celebrating 40 years of raising billions of dollars for good causes and ...

In June, Parter McCollum released his fifth album, a self-titled effort that's finished raw and real, leaning into personal ...

The Des Moines Register Political Soapbox at the Iowa State Fair is a proud tradition going back decades. But, it's not an ...

Over $20 million in upgrades are being made at the Iowa State Fairgrounds over the next two years, and many of the projects ...