Ag Experiences

Immerse yourself in Iowa agriculture at the Iowa State Fair with smaller, exclusive, up-close and one-on-one experiences.

Llama Love:
Hooves on Adventure

All NEW this year is a fun-filled, family-friendly event all about llamas! 

Friday, August 16 at 6-8 p.m., Outdoor Arena

Cost: $20 per person

Barnyard Yoga

THREE NEW Barnyard Yogas for 2024! Mini Hereford (cow) Yoga, Goat Yoga and Baby Animal Yoga! 

Presented by Iowa Healthiest State Initiative.

SOLD OUT Baby Animal Yoga: Saturday, August 10 at 8 a.m., Animal Learning Center

Goat Yoga: Friday, August 16 at 1 p.m., Livestock Pavilion

Mini Hereford (cow) Yoga: Saturday, August 17 at 4 p.m, Outside Arena

Cost for each class: $25 per person

Fair After Dark - Glow Party in The Garden

Experience live music while wandering through The Garden, drink in hand. This is your night at The Garden. Enjoy trivia, a scavenger hunt, glow sticks and flower crowns at this exclusive VIP event.

Tickets are limited, and attendees must be 21 or older.

Friday, August 9 from 8-10 p.m., The Garden

Cost: $30 per person

Elwell Family Park

Presented by Titan Tire, Maker of Goodyear Farm Tires with media sponsor WHO The Big Show

The outdoor arena on the west end of the Fairgrounds includes bleachers and covered seating, as well as on-site restrooms and concessions.

Check out the free 2024 events for Elwell Family Park.

Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls

Pre-Fair Adult Ticket (ages 12 and over): $25 ($30 during the Fair)

Pre-Fair Child Ticket (ages 2-11): $20 ($25 during the Fair)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Buy Tickets Day 1

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Buy Tickets Day 2

Demolition Derby

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Noon (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Pre-Fair Adult Ticket (ages 12 and over): $15 ($20 during the Fair)

Pre-Fair Child Ticket (ages 2-11): $10 ($15 during the Fair)

Buy Tickets

For registration info, contact Domination Motorsports.

Attractions

Nothing compares to the thrills at the Iowa State Fair. From the Giant Slide to Thrill Parks to Ye Old Mill, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

State Fair Value Pack

$20
*Valued at $32.50, which is a savings of $12.50!
*Last day to purchase online is July 24!
*Allow 2 weeks+ to ship/receive. Physical product will be mailed to you from E-tix.
*State Fair Value Packs do NOT include admission into the Fair.

The Value Pack Includes:

• 1 Ye Old Mill ticket
• 1 Snakes Alive OR Train Exhibit ticket
• 1 Rock Wall OR Krazy Maze ticket
• 2 Giant Slide tickets
• 1 Sky Glider ticket
• 4 $1 Food/beverage tickets
• 1 ticket for a cup of Barksdale's State Fair Cookies

BUY STATE FAIR VALUE PACKS

Advance Thrill Pass*

$30 for 40 credits (Save $10)

EVERY DAY (Aug. 8-18) credits are good on rides or games in Thrill Town and Thrill Ville.
Passes are reloadable for additional rides and games during the Fair for $1 per credit.

*Thrill Park Passes and Wristbands are not good in Thrill Zone.

Buy Advance Thrill Passes

Advance ONE DAY Ride Wristband*

$40 (includes wristband)

ONE DAY unlimited rides Monday-Thursday in Thrill Town and Thrill Ville.
Unlimited Ride Wristbands do not include games, but credits can be added at any time. Unlimited rides only last until 10 p.m. on the day of redemption. Additional credits can be added at any time at Thrill Park Booths for additional rides and games. Wristbands cannot be shared.

*Thrill Park Passes and Wristbands are not good in Thrill Zone.

Buy Advance One Day Ride Wristbands

Giant Slide Tickets

$3 each.

Good for one trip down the Giant Slide any day of the Iowa State Fair! 

Skip the booth line, order today!

Buy Giant Slide Tickets