News Releases
Clay County Fair Invites the Community To Join the Fair Family at Blue Ribbon Social
SPENCER, Iowa — The Clay County Fair may only come around once a year, but being part of the Fair Family can last a lifetime. The Clay County Fair Association…
He’s Back: Jay Legend to Bring Halloween Comedy to Spencer
Spencer, Iowa — He’s back. After joining Fluffy for a night of comedy at the Clay County Fair, comedian Jay Legend is returning to Spencer on Halloween night for an…
2026 Clay County Fair by the Numbers
Spencer, Iowa — The 2026 Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, may be remembered as the year Fair Brain had to weather a little more rain than usual. Cool temperatures,…
Clay County Fair Announces Cancellation of Blue Ribbon Showdown
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair has announced that tonight’s Blue Ribbon Showdown at the Grandstand on Friday, September 18, has been canceled due to unsafe track conditions and…
Don’t Miss These One-Day-Only Events at the 2026 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — Fair Brain can look a little different for everyone. Some fairgoers come for the food, some for the livestock, some for the entertainment, and some have a…
New Foods and Tasty Traditions Arrive at the 2026 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — Consider this your official warning: Fair Brain symptoms may include uncontrollable cravings, an irresistible urge to try “just one more” Fair food, and a sudden inability to…
Only Three Days Left to Enter Open Class Livestock for 2026 Fair
Spencer, Iowa – The countdown is on for open class livestock exhibitors planning to compete at the 2026 Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, September 12-20. Exhibitors have just three…
2026 Clay County Fair Special Days Offer Something New Every Day
Spencer, Iowa — No two days at the Clay County Fair are exactly alike. From honoring our nation’s heroes and celebrating Iowa agriculture to hands-on STEM activities and special programming…
Plan Ahead and Treat Your Fair Brain Before the 2026 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — It starts with checking the concert lineup “just one more time.” Then you’re debating which foods you’ll try first, texting friends to make plans, and realizing you’ve…
Clay County Fair to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary Throughout the 2026 Fair
Spencer, Iowa — As the United States commemorates its 250th Anniversary in 2026, the Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, is inviting fairgoers to celebrate the milestone through a variety…