Clayton County Fair

06/01/2026

⭐️Join us on June 20th!⭐️

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Ride details:
- Registration 9am
- Ride leaves 10am
- Meal served on route 12pm

SATURDAY JUNE 20th
24163 Ivory Rd Garnavillo, IA

05/19/2026

Join us May 30th!

A multi-species livestock Clinic will be held on Saturday May 30 at the Clayton County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Purina. Participants may attend the full day or select the sessions that interest them. Clinician for the day is Nick Roach. Nick Roach was born and raised in DeKalb Illinois, he attended Joliet junior college while competing on their livestock judging team. After graduation he moved to Stillwater Oklahoma to pursue his education at Oklahoma State University. Graduating in 2020 with an animal science major. He now resides in Southeast Iowa with his wife Hunter Lock Roach. They own Roach Brothers show stock with around 60 head of hamp/cross ewes and have been extremely fortunate to compete at state and national levels. Nick works alongside with his in-laws on their row crop and show cattle operation.
Beef 10:00 am, Sheep 12:30 pm, Meat Goat, 1:30 pm and Swine 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided for all attendees.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/ShowClinic2026 by May 21.

05/19/2026

You Make a Difference award this month went to a long time Clayton County Fair board member, Gary Willie. Gary is the person who has worked hard over the past many years to get the best entertainment for the fair. You can find Gary before, during and after a music performance making sure things run smoothly! Gary is very dedicated to make the fair the best it can be for everyone. Thanks Gary! Pictured from left to right is Arlen Nuehring (fairboard president), Gary Willie and Rondee Troester!

05/18/2026

Reminder of May meeting tonight!

05/16/2026

May meeting: Monday, May 18th at 7pm at the fairgrounds (Old Church Stand)

05/12/2026

Gerald “Brooksie” was a long time member of the Clayton County Fairboard; he will be missed!

Gerald “Brooksie” Eugene Brooks 76, of Volga, Iowa passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at MercyOne Hospital in Elkader, Iowa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am with a visitation from 9:00 am until 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Arlington Church of Christ, Arlington, Iowa.

Inurnment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Volga, Iowa

https://graufuneralhomes.com/2026/05/gerald-brooksie-eugene-brooks-volga-iowa-may-5-2026/

05/07/2026

❗️Join us at the fairgrounds on May 30th for a multi-species livestock clinic❗️

🔗Apply at the link on the original post!

A multi-species livestock clinic will be held on Saturday May 30 at the Clayton County Fairgrounds. Students in grades 4 through 12 are invited to spend the day gaining knowledge in feeding, caring for, and preparing a variety of animals for exhibition at the fair. Industry professionals and local volunteers will share guidance on nutrition, daily care, as well as clipping and fitting techniques. Participants may attend the full day or select the sessions that interest them. Beef 10:00 am, Sheep 12:30 pm, Meat Goat, 1:30 pm and Swine 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided for all attendees.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/ShowClinic2026 by May 21.

05/03/2026

🗓️ Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 20th and join us for the Annual SxS Ride Fundraiser at the Clayton County Fairgrounds! 🇺🇸

It’s a day full of trails, good times, and great company — all for a great cause!🤘🏽

🕘 Registration: 9:00 AM | $40 per unit (includes meal + ride admission)
⬆️SCHULTE COMPLEX⬆️

🕙 Ride departs: 10:00 AM

🍔 Meal served on the route: 12:00 PM

Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled day while helping support fairground improvements and activities! 🐄🎡

🎉 Special thanks to T&T Powersports for sponsoring and KCTN FM 100.1 for their continued support!

04/21/2026

As part of the You Make a Difference initiative, Dan Meyer was presented with a certificate to recognize his dedication to the Clayton County Fair . Dan attends meetings and helps where he can before fair and whenever he can. Thanks Dan for making the fair a better place and making the difference. Left to right Arlen Nuehring (Board President), Dan Meyer and Rondee Troester

02/11/2026

February Meeting - Monday, February 16th at 7pm at FreedomBank in Elkader.

Looking to join the fair board? Join us Monday night - Annual dues are $40/person.