Clay County Fair Association Seeks Board Candidates and New Members
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Association is seeking eligible candidates to join its Board of Directors and encourages interested community members to join the organization. The Fair Association’s Annual Meeting and Board of Directors election will be held on February 23, 2027.
Each year, the Association’s Nominating Committee seeks individuals interested in serving as candidates for election to the Board of Directors. Eligible candidates must have been an individual member of the Fair Association for a minimum of one (1) year prior to their election. The deadline to apply to run for the Board of Directors is December 15, 2026. The Nominating Committee reviews all interested candidates for possible inclusion on the ballot submitted during the Fair Association’s Annual Meeting in February.
The Board of Directors plays a critical role in the leadership of the Clay County Fair. Elected Board Members serve three-year terms and help shape the Fair’s direction by electing the Executive Committee and approving changes to the Fair Association’s By-Laws.
How to Apply
Individuals interested in running for the Board of Directors can access the application at https://claycountyfair.com/staff-and-board/ or pick up a paper application at the Fair Administrative Office, located inside the Events Center. Submit applications by December 15, 2026.
In addition to seeking Board candidates, the Clay County Fair Association welcomes new members who want to become part of the organization behind the Fair. Membership is open to individuals and businesses for a one-time fee of $100. Individual Members can vote and hold office, while Associate Members, including companies and organizations, may attend meetings but cannot vote or hold office.
“There is a misconception that our organization is limited to Clay County residents, but that is not the case,” said Fair Manager Jason Brockshus. “Membership is open to everyone, regardless of where they reside, and we are proud to welcome all who wish to be part of this long-standing community tradition.”
The Association currently has 857 lifetime members, including 802 Individual Members and 55 Associate Members.
For those interested in learning more about the Clay County Fair Association and what it means to be part of the Fair Family, the upcoming Blue Ribbon Social offers an opportunity to connect with current Fair Board members and ask questions about membership. The adults-only event will take place Friday, November 13, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Events Center. Tickets are $29 per couple and include an evening of Fair-inspired food, music, games, and friendly competition.
The Blue Ribbon Social is open to nonmembers as well as current members. Tickets are available through the Clay County Fair Office, by calling (712) 580-3000, or from any current Clay County Fair Board member.
The Clay County Fair Association’s Annual Meeting, which includes the election of the Board of Directors and other important business, will take place on February 23, 2027.
For more information about membership or applying for the Board of Directors, contact the Fair Administrative Office at (712) 580-3000 or info@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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