Iowa State Fair 2024 Guide | Sioux City News

Sioux City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

The Iowa State Fair is roaring back with a bang—kick off August 13th for 11 days of nonstop fun, over 3,000 events, and major upgrades. Grab advance tickets now: $11 for adults (vs. $16 at the gate), $7 for kids 6-11 ($10 at gate), and free for under 5s. Score discounted ride passes before Aug 13—thrill pass for $30, or unlimited rides Mon-Wed for $40 (no games). Parking’s $10 in lots A-C, but catch the free shuttle from Southridge Mall (free parking too!). Celebrate America’s 250th with nightly drone shows and fireworks. New picnic tables, shade, baby stations, water fillers, and even…