Plan your visit. Explore Farm Bureau Park daily from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. during the Iowa State Fair Aug. 13-23. Farm Bureau Park is located east of the Varied Industries Building, just off the Grand Concourse.

Find the latest event schedule and updates at IowaFarmBureau.com/StateFair

Join us at Farm Bureau Park during the 2026 Iowa State Fair as we celebrate America 250 and Iowa farmers with our theme, Roots of Freedom: Growing America for 250 Years.

For 250 years, America has grown from the ground up. From the first seeds planted by determined hands to the fields, farms and families that continue to provide food, fuel and fiber for our nation today.

Agriculture is more than an industry —it’s the heartbeat of our freedom. It represents the freedom to nourish our communities, steward the land and to pass something stronger on to the next generation. 

As we celebrate 250 years of America, we honor the farmers who keep this country moving forward — one field, one family and one future at a time. Because when agriculture thrives, America grows.

Add Farm Bureau Park to your must-do list at the State Fair!

Enjoy fun, free, family-friendly experiences packed with prizes, exciting giveaways, hands-on ag learning and valuable health screenings — all at no cost!

Free member gift

Start your visit by meeting real Iowa farmers who are making a difference in our communities. Stop at the center tent to receive your free member gift — our way of saying thanks for being part of the Iowa Farm Bureau family!

$5,000 grand prize giveaway

Members who claim their free gift are automatically entered to win $5,000 in FREE food and fuel! Just bring your Iowa Farm Bureau membership card or this magazine’s address label with barcode for quick and easy registration.

Member benefit challenge

Think you know all the perks of an Iowa Farm Bureau membership? Take the Member Benefit Challenge for a chance to win $500 in free groceries!

New member prize

Bring a friend or family member along to join Farm Bureau, and they’ll receive a $10 Fareway gift ard — plus be entered into a drawing for a chance to WIN $1,000 in food and fuel!

Farm Strong trivia 

Test your ag knowledge in the interactive Game Tent and you’ll walk away with a FREE prize.

Pulling for Iowa farmers 

After you’ve gained new knowledge at the Game Tent, you’ll be rewarded with a pull-tab for your chance to win your favorite State Fair food, made possible by Iowa farmers.

Health tent screenings 

Stop by for free health screenings, demonstrations and more from community partners — including blood pressure screenings and hands-only CPR. Check our website for the daily lineup.

Special events you won't want to miss

Young Farmer Day – Saturday, Aug. 15

Bring the kids for a day of hands-on fun! Meet and learn from Iowa Farm Bureau’s inspiring young farmer members, play free farm-themed activities and earn a special prize. 

Farm Bureau Cookout Contest – Tuesday, Aug. 18

Get ready for a sizzling showdown on the Grand Concourse during Farm Bureau Day! Backyard chefs will fire up their grills and compete across six different categories, all aiming for the coveted Grand Champion title and cash prizes.

$500 daily gas giveaway

Stop by the Farm Bureau Financial Services (FBFS) tent for a fun "Guess the Number" activity and your chance to win $500 in gas daily! Watch the FBFS Facebook page for further details!