Story County Fair

06/15/2026

Thank you so much Shamrock Acre Greenhouses! This donation is abundant, and we are very thankful! is located in Gilbert and is a great family-owned business.

06/11/2026

❤️ We want to hear from YOU! ❤️

The Story County Fair means something different to everyone. For some it's the livestock shows, for others it's the food, live music, exhibits, family traditions, camping, or catching up with friends and neighbors.

👇 Tell us in the comments: What is your favorite part of the Story County Fair?

📸 Bonus points if you share a favorite fair photo from years past! We'd love to see your memories and traditions.

Let's take a walk down memory lane and celebrate what makes the Story County Fair special to our community! ❤️🤍💙

06/11/2026

⏰ Story County Fair Entry Reminder! ⏰

This weekend is the perfect time to get your entries submitted for the 2026 Story County Fair!

📌 Regular entries are due before late fees begin.
💲 Late fees apply June 16 – July 1.
🚫 Entries close July 1 and no additional entries will be accepted after that date.

Don't wait until the last minute—take a few minutes this weekend to get entered and be ready for a great fair season!

06/09/2026

🇺🇸 NEW Competitions Coming to the 2026 Story County Fair 🇺🇸

We're adding even more fun this year with TWO exciting competitions!

Patriotic Camping Competition
Show off your red, white, and blue spirit by decorating your campsite! Whether you keep it simple or go all out, we want to see your creativity and patriotism on display.

Patriotic Livestock Stall Competition
Decorate your livestock stall with patriotic flair and help make our barns festive and welcoming for fairgoers. Gather your club, family, or exhibitor friends and create a display that stands out! Animal friendly of course!

🏆 Bragging rights, prizes, and plenty of fair fun are on the line!

We can't wait to see the creativity our campers and exhibitors bring to the fairgrounds. Start planning your decorations now and help make the 2026 Story County Fair a sea of red, white, and blue!

❤️🤍💙 Which competition are you most excited for?

06/09/2026

06/02/2026

Bacon Buddies Show at the Story County Fair!
Saturday, July 18, 2026
🕓 Registration opens at 4:15 PM
🕔 Show starts at 5:00 PM
Join us in the Swine Ring for a heartwarming Bacon Buddies experience—where individuals are paired with 4-H/FFA youth to show pigs and create unforgettable moments!
This special event fosters connection and community spirit—don't miss it!
👉 Parents & caregivers: please arrive at least by 4:15 PM for check‑in.
👉 Spectators: grab a seat early for a front-row view of this touching show!
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06/02/2026

How-To" on how to sign up for the PeeWee Swine class.

For families not in Clover Kids:
1. Create an account in FairEntry
2. Add all Exhibitor Information
3. Click "Add an Entry"
4. Choose the PeeWee Swine Division and enter the respective class
5. Add animal information
6. When selecting a club, choose PeeWee Swine
7. If you have multiple entries, please add the second entry under the corresponding exhibitor

For families in Clover Kids:
Login using your 4-HOnline account
Follow steps 2-5
6. When selecting a club, choose your 4-H Clover Kids club
7. If you have multiple entries, please add the second entry under the corresponding exhibitor

06/01/2026

🎉 FairEntry is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Story County Youth Fair! 🎉

Get ready to showcase your hard work and talents at this year’s fair!

🔗 Register here: https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/23873

📅 Entry Periods:
Regular Entry: June 1 – June 15
Late Entry: June 16 – June 30 (includes a $5 late fee)

❓ Have questions?
Check out our Fair FAQ page for answers to all your FairEntry and fair-related questions:
🌐 https://www.extension.iastate.edu/story/county-fair

📞 Need more help?
Contact us at 515-337-1601 or [email protected]

05/29/2026

TODAY IS THE LAST CHANCE

# # # Thanks so much to those who picked up an AWARD SPONSORSHIP the last couple days! # # #

There are only a few days left to finalize our 2026 Story County Fair award sponsor list, and we still have quite a few awards without sponsors.

These awards recognize the hard work, education, dedication, and accomplishments of the amazing youth exhibiting at the Story County Fair. 🏆💙❤️

This year, sponsoring is easier than ever with a simple online process — or you can reach out and mail in a check as well!

SC-FAIR.Weebly.com to sign up online

Interested in sponsoring?
📧 [email protected]

05/29/2026

📣 Help Us Spread the Word! 📣

We’re excited for everything coming to the 2026 Story County Fair — and we need YOUR help sharing the excitement for Jordan Beem Music and ! 🎶

Please take a moment to:
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🔁 SHARE them with friends & family
💬 COMMENT to help boost our reach

Every share helps us reach more fairgoers, supporters, exhibitors, and families across Story County and beyond. Thank you for helping make the Story County Fair a success! ❤️