Grandstand Ticket Information
Children under the age of 2 do not need a Grandstand ticket. Please
see concert maps for reserved and seated or standing pit area. Convenience charges apply to all tickets.
Grandstand tickets do not include Fair admission.
CONCERT-GOERS! HERE'S AN IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Starting this year, tickets purchased online or by phone will be delivered electronically, with a delayed release. When you place your order, you'll receive a confirmation email as usual, but your tickets won’t be available to view or access until 3 days before the concert.
Why the change? It’s all part of our ongoing effort to limit fraudulent transactions and prevent tickets from ending up on secondary markets. This way, you can be sure you're getting the best seat and price for your concert experience. Please ensure that the email and cell phone number you provide at the time of purchase is accurate. Thank you in advance for your understanding!
BEWARE of THIRD-PARTY TICKET SALES
Only iowastatefair.org and etix.com sell official online tickets for the Iowa State Fair Grandstand. Although other online ticket brokers may imply they are an official seller, we can’t guarantee tickets purchased from other sources are legitimate.
We understand the frustration with third-party ticket sellers and have put in place the following procedures:
- Delayed delivery
- Bot stoppers
- Customer/Order ticket limits
- Technology to look for and block fraudulent behavior
As third-party tactics change, we will continue to evolve our technology and practices to help make sure Iowa State Fair Grandstand tickets go directly to our loyal concert-goers and fans.
Looking for your ticket order?
Head to Etix.com and enter your information to resend your tickets.
For questions, email ticketoffice@iowastatefair.org.
Grandstand Weather
When the National Weather Service issues a severe weather warning impacting the Grandstand, an announcement will be communicated over the public address system as well as video boards advising to shelter in place, move to the interior of the Grandstand, or evacuate the Grandstand. If a severe weather event occurs, Grandstand ushers, security personnel and law enforcement will give instructions. This may delay the event start time.
According to Fair procedures, when lightning is detected within 8 miles of the Fairgrounds, Grandstand concerts, free stages and Thrill Parks must cease operations for the safety of the Fairgoer.