Special Day Highlights for the 2025 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa —There is something for everyone at the 2025 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 6-14. With a packed schedule featuring special days, every day at the fair promises something new and exciting for visitors of all ages.
Saturday, September 6: Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative Day
Sponsored by Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative, fairgoers can get an up-close look at a large basket truck and meet their local co-op representatives.
Saturday, September 6: Iowa vs. Iowa State Game Day
Sponsored by Dish, fans can watch who takes home the Cy-Hawk trophy from the fairgrounds.
Monday, September 8: Veteran’s Appreciation Day
The Clay County Fair would like to honor all veterans and active-duty military personnel by offering them free admission to the Fair as a token of appreciation for their service. This particular day will feature a Veterans Day Parade at 10:00 AM around the fairgrounds, followed by a Veterans Day Program at 11:00 AM in the Events Center Ballroom. Glenn Henriksen will also perform a special Salute to Veterans Show at 2:00 PM in the Events Center Ballroom.
Tuesday, September 9: Senior Day
Fairgoers aged 65 and older can enjoy admission for $9.00. The day will also feature a vintage tractor parade at 10:00 AM around the Fair.
Tuesday, September 9: FFA Day
Sponsored by C&B Operations and Purple Wave Auctions, local FFA students will have an exciting day with the unique opportunity to hear from Jason Wetzler, a former National FFA Officer, during his keynote presentation and leadership workshop in the Events Center Ballroom.
Wednesday, September 10: Disability Awareness Day
Sponsored by Agriland, Inc., the Clay County Fair will host a day dedicated to disabled persons, featuring exclusive events (pre-registration was required).
Wednesday, September 10: First Responders Day
The Clay County Fair is proud to honor all First Responders with free gate admission for the day. Stop by the LifeServe Blood Drive from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the north parking lot by the Events Center and help save a life!
Thursday, September 11: Iowa Corn Day and Farmers Appreciation Day
Sponsored by the Iowa Corn Growers Association and CFE, this day will feature exhibits and presentations that showcase the importance of agriculture in Iowa and beyond.
Thursday, September 11: Iowa Music Day
NEW! Sponsored by the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association, this day will feature exhibits from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Events Center Ballroom. There will also be live music from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the Northwest Bank Stage.
Friday, September 12: Iowa Dairy Day
Sponsored by the Western Iowa Dairy Alliance, fairgoers will learn about the importance of the dairy industry in Iowa through various displays and activities at Central Park.
Saturday, September 13: Science Saturday
Sponsored by Iowa Lakes Community College and ISU Extension Clay County, fairgoers of all ages can participate in hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities and experiments in various locations throughout the Fair.
About the Clay County Fair & Events Center – Rooted in Tradition, the Clay County Fair and Events Center is a year-round facility that hosts more than 300 events annually, including its signature event, the Clay County Fair, powered by SMU. Known as “The World’s Greatest County Fair” since 1917, the Fair attracts more than 300,000 guests each September for nine days of world-class entertainment, competition, food, fun, and the largest farm machinery show at any fair in the United States. For more information, visit claycountyfair.com.
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