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Iowa State Fair

The most famous fair in the country, is one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the United States. The Fair has been a unique extravaganza showcasing a wide array of events and activities. Features range from one of the world's largest livestock shows to the largest arts show in the state.

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June 20 - 24 - The Mighty Howard County Fair, Cresco - An affordable, fun carnival for the entire family! Games, rides, food, and lots of fun is included! (563) 547-3400 Howard County Fairgrounds (255)

June 20 - 24 - Butler County Fair, Allison - Grandstand entertainment, carnival, competitive events, exhibits, track events. (319) 267-2858 Butler County Fairgrounds (256)

June 29 - July 4 - Oakland 125th Celebration, Oakland - Featuring a Concert, Dance, Car Show, Farmers Market, Parade, Sports, Rides and Games, Food, Fireworks etc. (712) 482-3188 (55)

June 29 - July 1 - Des Moines Arts Festival, Des Moines - Iowa's premier celebration of the arts. Top-notch artwork, live entertainment, and children's activities. (515) 288-2258 Downtown Riverfront (257)

July 18 - 22 - Franklin County Fair, Hampton - Voted BEST county fair in Iowa. FREE Parking, FREE Gate & FREE Shuttles. GREAT Grandstand events! (641) 456-2049 Convention Center & Campgrounds (258)

July 19 - 23 - Great Jones County Fair, Monticello - A fun, family fair that is full of live entertainment, food, games, rides, and much more! Featuring performances by Corbin Bleu, Drake Bell, and Bianca Ryan. (319) 465-3275 Jones County Fairgrounds (259)

July 25 - 29 - North Iowa Fair, Mason City - "Be Young, Have Fun!" Fair features include Chris Short Puppets & Marionettes Wed.-Sat., with a daily "black light" show finalé; Miss North Iowa Fair Pageant; Little Miss North Iowa Fair competition by Cost Cutters; Brakke Implement Pedal Power Pull; Charlie Brown Child Care's Kute Kids Kontest; open class livestock and home arts; "Messy Works", an improv comedy team, will entertain on Fri. and Sat. Be prepared, they DO get messy! (641) 423-3811 (260)

July 26 - 29 - Bix Biederbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, Davenport - A celebration of jazz music and a tribute to jazz musician Leon "Bix" Biederbecke. Featuring performances by ten of the country's top jazz bands. Enjoy the sounds of smooth jazz music and come have a good time! (563) 324-7170 Downtown Davenport (1200)

July 31 - August 5 - Mississippi Valley Fair, Davenport - An annual fair that is overflowing with family fun! Tons of family activiites and special performances by Lonestar, Gretchen Wilson and much more! Bring the whole family down this August for a good time! (563) 326-5338 Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds (1220)

August 1 - 6 - Clayton County Fair, Garnavillo - One of the oldest fairs in Iowa. A great midway, exhibits and 2 grandstands. 4 acts this year. (563) 964-2671 Clayton County Fairgrounds (261)

August 9 - 11 - The Great River Tug Fest, LeClaire - A huge tug of war competition over the Mississippi River between the quad cities in Illinois and the city of LeClaire in Iowa. There's also live entertainment and carnivals on both sides of the river, so it's a celebration you won't want to miss! 1-(309) 523-2500 LeClaire Levee (1202)

August 9 - 11 - Land Locked Film Festival, Iowa City - Once again, filmmakers from all over the state, the country, and the world have submitted their films to be shown in this wonderful film festival. Don't miss out on an oppertunity to catch some great new independent films! (319) 331-0494 (1244)

August 9 - 19 - Iowa State Fair, Des Moines - The most famous fair in the country, is one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the United States. The Fair has been a unique extravaganza showcasing a wide array of events and activities. Features range from one of the world's largest livestock shows to the largest arts show in the state. (515) 262-3111 Iowa State Fairgrounds (156)

August 24 - 26 - 7th Annual White Eagle Multicultural Pow-wow, Granger - A celebration of diverse cultures and bringing them all together. Come help mend the "sacred hoop" and join in the various cultural activities. (515) 323-5300 Jester Park (1225)

August 27 - September 2 - 32nd National Old Time Country & Bluegrass Music Festival, Missouri Valley - A celebration of old time country and bluegrass music that is sure to be fun for any big fan. Enjoy great music and even come camp nearby for the complete experience. (712) 762-4363 Harrison County Fairgrounds (1247)

September 1 - 16 - Des Moines Renaissance Fair, Des Moines - 3 weeks of Renaissance fun! Experience what it's like to live in the Renaissance age and find yourself back in time in this outrageous festival! (515) 262-4100 Sleepy Hollow Sports Park (1224)

September 8 - 16 - Clay County Fair, Spencer - The World's Greatest County Fair! Celebrating 90 years of fun, this year's fair is goint to be the best yet! With fun activities, live entertainment, and evening concerts that feature big names like Gretchen Wilson and Aly & AJ, this is going to be the place to be in September! (712) 262-4740 Clay County Fairgrounds (263)

September 20 - 23 - Oktemberfest, Marshalltown - Classic car show, 10K and 5K run and walk, parade, entertainment, marching band competition, dance, go-kart races. (641) 753-6645 (264)

November 16 - 25 - Quad City Arts Festival of Trees, Davenport - Iowa's kick off to the holiday season. Over 100,000 people come each year to see the many decorated trees and enjoy in the festivities of the 11 day celebration. (563) 324-FEST River Center (1201)

2008 Events

July 3 - 5 - Floodstock 2008, Cedar Rapids - Floodstock 2008 is a 3-day music festival, with ALL PROCEEDS going to provide flood relief. 319-743-4723 2730 Edgewood Rd. SW (2894)

July 10 - 13 - Iowa Dallas County Fair, Adel - (515)993-3728 The Dallas County Fairgrounds (2202)

July 13 - 17 - Lion County Fair, Rock Rapids - (712)472-2067 Fairgrounds (2200)

July 16 - 20 - Greater Jones County Fair, Monticello - Join us at the fair! (319)465-3275 Fair Grounds (2198)

July 21 - 26 - Appanoose County Fair, Centerville - (800)611-3800 (2195)

July 23 - 27 - ADAIR COUNTY FAIR, Greenfield - Adair County Fairgrounds (2187)

July 23 - 27 - Allamakee County Fair, Waukon - Make plans to attend the 154th Allamakee County Fair in Northeast Iowa. (563) 568-2667 Allamakee County Fair grounds (2194)

July 23 - 28 - North Iowa Fair, Mason City - (641)423-3811 Fair Grounds (2199)

July 23 - 27 - Plymouth County Fair, Le Mars - (712)546-4525 (2201)

July 25 - 27 - Friends and Neighbors Day, Woodward - Community event.kiddy parade, movie night,main parade,car show,garden tractor pull (1524)

August 7 - 17 - Iowa State Fair, Des Moines - Iowa's Fair is spotlighted as the only Iowa destination and the only state fair in the country as one of the world's must-see events. (800)545-3247 The Fairgrounds (2196)

September 6-14 - Clay County Fair, Spencer - The "World's Greatest" County Fair (712) 262-4740 (2197)

September 13-14, 19-21 - Day Out With Thomas 2008: The Great Discovery Tour, Boone - Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up, and are available at www.ticketweb.com/thomas. (800)626-0319 225 10th Street (2929)

September 26 - 27 - 6th Annual Bead Bash, Marshalltown - Beads, Findings, Lampwork, PMC and more. Come join us at the Best Western Hotel. 641-648-3282 6th Annual Bead Bash (3094)

October 10 - 12 - Wells Fargo World Food Festival, Des Moines - Come taste the many different dishes from around the world. Experience this diverse cultural experience and at the same time, eat as much as you want! (515) 286-4906 East Village (1198)

2009 Events

June 24 - 28 - Mighty Howard County Fair, Cresco - Mark your calendar for another great fair. (563)547-3400 (2947)

July 3 - 5 - Fort Bloomfield Rodeo, Bloomfield - 641-664-3712 (3127)

July 7 - 12 - Davis County Fair, Bloomfield - There is fun for everyone!!! 641-664-3712 (3126)

July 12 - 16 - Lyon County Fair, Rock Rapids - Join us for another great fair. (712)472-2067 Fairgrounds (3036)

July 13 - 19 - The Delaware County Fair, Manchester - (563)927-6449 (2958)

July 15 - 19 - Muscatine County Fair, West Liberty - 319-627-2414 (3168)

July 15 - 19 - Boone County Fair, Boone - (515)432-5899 (3171)

July 15 - 19 - The Muscatine County Fair, West Liberty - (319)627-2414 (2956)

July 19 - 25 - Appanoose County Fair, Centerville - Fun for the whole family. (800)611-3800 Appanoose County Fairgrounds (3037)

August 13 - 23 - Iowa State Fair, Des Moines - Iowa's Fair is spotlighted as the only Iowa destination and the only state fair in the country as one of the world's must-see events. (800)545-3247 The Fairgrounds (3035)