Fair Updates
Learn more about what's going on at the Fair! Stay up-to-date with the latest Fair news by signing up for the Fair's e-newsletter, downloading the official Iowa State Fair App and signing up for text alerts. Make sure to follow us on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram social pages.
How to get Fair Updates?
Fair E-Newsletter
Join our email club to get the inside scoop on Fair events and activities delivered right to your inbox! We send out monthly emails and usually a few extra updates closer to the Fair. As always, we will never share your email address with other companies and you can opt-out at any time—but we hope you don't! Also, you may select any combination of our concert info groups to receive updates on your favorite types of music at the Fair!
Iowa State Fair Podcast
A podcast just for Fair enthusiasts, curious minds and anyone who loves the Fair! Join us as we take you behind the scenes of one of America's most iconic state fairs.
Official Iowa State Fair App
Don’t want to miss any of the Iowa State Fair action? Download the Official Iowa State Fair App to keep up with all the fun! Access the daily schedule, Grandstand shows, and purchase Admission tickets all from your mobile device.
Download the Iowa State Fair App! Click on the appropriate link below for your device.
Fair Text Alerts
Stay up-to-date on the latest Iowa State Fair news and events with Iowa State Fair text alerts!
Text FAIR to 844.844.8508 for special offers, updates on concerts and daily activities, weather alerts and more.
Text BABY to 844.844.8508 to receive updates when new babies are born at the Animal Learning Center.
Message frequency varies. No purchase necessary. By texting in, you agree to receive auto-dialed marketing messages at the number provided. Message & data rates may apply.