Iowa State Fair Record-Breaking Day

The Iowa State Fair has once again proven why Nothing Compares, shattering its first Saturday attendance record with an astounding 128,732 visitors. This impressive number surpasses the previous first Saturday record of 127,227, set in 1991.

The new record also breaks the Fair's all-time single-day attendance, which was set on the second Saturday of the 2022 Fair with 128,298 attendees.

Adding to the historic day, for the first time ever, all three parking lots on the Fairgrounds were full, signaling an overwhelming love for the Iowa State Fair from Fairgoers eager to experience the food, fun and competition of Fair Fever 2024.

This year's attendance for the first weekend, coupled with beautiful weather, sets the tone for what will be marked as a history-making year for the Iowa State Fair. As the Fair continues through August 18, visitors can look forward to more Grandstand and free entertainment, new and traditional food options, livestock competition and family-friendly fun.