The red and black barstools at the West Des Moines Methodist Church stand have seen decades worth of fairgoers enjoying their ...

For the foodies among fairgoers, Choose Iowa is sponsoring the Favorite Fair Food Contest, where 30 participating food ...

Where can you see people eat pies at high speeds and yodel in the same space? At the Iowa State Fair, of course.

One of the Iowa State Fair's biggest draws is the unique food you'll find there, but not everyone can deal with the crowds ...

From small animals to life-sized humans, the group carved out in the open grass before earning their place at Expo Hill near ...

Witness — or participate in — an attempt to simultaneously scratch more lottery tickets than ever before. Your guide to the ...

Paul David, 62, is 26 years into his solo band. He loves his annual appearance in Des Moines for his favorite state fair in the country.

Hundreds gathered at Pioneer Hall at the Iowa State Fair for the Cow Chip Throwing contest Wednesday. The event was canceled in 2024 due to weather.

The Iowa State Fair provided a sensory-friendly morning with reduced noise and flashing lights, creating a welcoming ...

On a humid August evening, the Bud Tent at the Iowa State Fair pulses with the energy of tradition and reunion. For generations, it has been more than a place to grab a cold beer; it is a living piece ...

The barns at the Iowa State Fair are more than just a place to prepare livestock — they’re a testament to the spirit of ...

We're still about fifteen months out from next November's gubernatorial election in Iowa, ten months out from the primaries.Yet, it's state fair season and tha ...