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Iowa State Fair

Des Moines, Iowa

August 13, 2026 – August 23, 2026

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Last verified: 2026-06-06

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Quick Facts

Dates
August 13, 2026 – August 23, 2026
Location
Des Moines, Iowa
Venue
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Address
3000 East Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50317
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Map link
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Status
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Overview

Parking & Transportation

Parking source: Confirmed official parking/transportation source.

Official directions list the fairgrounds GPS address and DART Park & Ride at the Iowa State Capitol, with boarding on East 12th Street; verify current service hours before going.

Food Highlights

Food source: Confirmed food source.

Use the official Product & Food Finder for vendor and menu planning, with date-specific checks close to your visit.

Accessibility

Accessibility source: Confirmed accessibility source.

The official disability assistance page is the source for accessible parking, mobility rentals, service animals, accessible seating, courtesy carts, and other visitor assistance. Recheck current details before visiting.

Planning Sections

Dates & Hours

August 13, 2026 – August 23, 2026

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Tickets & Discounts

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Food Highlights

Food details should be checked against source links before planning around a vendor, menu item, or dietary need.

Food information

Concerts & Entertainment

Review concert, grandstand, rodeo, parade, and daily schedule details close to fair week.

Concert schedule

Parking & Transportation

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Parking information

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Family Tips

Check rules for strollers, wagons, water bottles, bags, shade, bathrooms, quiet spaces, and re-entry before arriving.

State Fair Family Guide

Accessibility

Verify accessible parking, entrances, mobility rentals, service animal policies, seating, sensory resources, and guest-services contacts.

Accessibility information

Vendor & Exhibitor Links

Vendor deadlines, booth fees, insurance, permits, and product rules can change quickly.

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Nearby Fairs

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Last verified: 2026-06-06

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