2026 Clay County Fair Farmers Bank Stage Lineup Revealed
Spencer, Iowa — Cases of “Fair Brain” continue to spread as the 2026 Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, announces another exciting lineup of free entertainment at the Farmers Bank Stage. Symptoms may include laughter, dancing, spontaneous sing-alongs, and an uncontrollable urge to stay at the Fair just a little longer.
Featuring comedy, storytelling, roots music, and crowd-favorite classics, this year’s lineup delivers a daily dose of live entertainment for fairgoers of all ages.
September 12-14: Prepare for laughter and mind-bending surprises with Parker William, a comedy mentalist and magician known for blending sharp humor, audience interaction, and impossible feats of mind reading. His fast-paced performance keeps audiences laughing, guessing, and fully engaged from beginning to end.
September 12-14: Enjoy a lively mix of country music and comedy with Poppa Bear Norton, a Minnesota-based duo bringing their signature “daredevil country” style to the stage. Inspired by legends like Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings, their performances combine classic country storytelling with witty banter, energetic stage antics, and plenty of laughs.
September 15-17: Experience the powerful storytelling of Jack Gladstone, known as “Montana’s Troubadour.” An enrolled citizen of the Blackfeet Indian Nation, Gladstone blends music, poetry, and spoken word to share meaningful stories rooted in Western and Indigenous culture. His engaging performances invite audiences to reflect, connect, and experience history through song and storytelling.
September 15-17: Get ready for upbeat Midwest favorites with The iPolka Band, a group of veteran musicians dedicated to keeping the polka tradition alive. Featuring concertina, fiddle, trumpet, vocals, and lively rhythms, their energetic performances are sure to get fairgoers dancing and toe-tapping along.
September 18-20: Bring your song requests and your singing voice for Duelly Noted, a high-energy all-female dueling pianos act packed with personality, crowd interaction, and nonstop fun. Featuring everything from classic rock and 80s hits to today’s favorites, their request-driven show keeps audiences entertained with sing-alongs, humor, and a party atmosphere from start to finish.
September 18-20: Experience the rich sounds of traditional American roots music with Uncle Muskrat, a five-piece string band blending folk and Appalachian influences with fresh modern energy. Inspired by artists like Doc Watson and John Hartford, the band combines skilled instrumentation, heartfelt storytelling, and tight five-part harmonies for a performance rooted in musical tradition.
Each act will perform multiple times daily during their scheduled dates, giving fairgoers plenty of opportunities to treat their Fair Brain symptoms with free live entertainment throughout the Fair. Official showtimes will be available in the Clay County Fair Daily Guides, which will be released later in August. For more information, visit www.claycountyfair.com.
About The Clay County Fair & Events Center
Rooted in Tradition, the Clay County Fair and Events Center is a year-round facility that annually hosts more than 200 events, including its signature event, the Clay County Fair. Known as “The World’s Greatest County Fair” since 1917, the Clay County 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. Additional information can be found at www.claycountyfair.com.
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