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Speedway announces 2021 plans
The Clay County Fair Speedway announces a partnership with Trent Chinn Promotions for the 2021 season. The Speedway, which will be co-promoted by Chinn and the Fair Association, will host…
Read MoreGet your Fair Food fix
The Clay County Fair & Events Center announces two ways to get your Fair food fix in the month of August – Non-Profit Take Out Tuesdays and Fair Food To…
Read More2020 Clay County Fair postponed
The Clay County Fair Association announced today that the 2020 edition of “The World’s Greatest County Fair” will not be held and will be postponed to September 11-19, 2021. The…
Read MoreClay County Fair wins international recognition
“The World’s Greatest County Fair” lived up to its billing by winning multiple awards and recognitions at the 2019 International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) Convention held December 1-4…
Read MoreForeigner Refund Information
September 9, 2019 Dear Foreigner Ticket Buyer: Saturday, Sept. 7 was a rare event at the Clay County Fair – a Grandstand concert cancellation. Due to muddy track conditions that…
Read More2019 Fair new foods entice stomachs of Fairgoers
Fairgoers to the 2019 Clay County Fair will have 32 new foods to enjoy during their visit Sept. 7-15, including five that have been named as finalists for the fourth edition…
Read MoreCCF Bull Riding Challenge returns to Outdoor Arena at the Fair
An evening of bull riding, as well as many other equine events and Muttin’ Bustin’, will be the featured attractions at the Outdoor Arena during the 2019 Clay County Fair,…
Read MoreNumerous prizes to be given for blue ribbon cooking at the Clay County Fair
Thirty-two different sponsored items for blue ribbon winners and cash prizes are just some of the things waiting for you and your kitchen creations to win in the Oven Products…
Read MoreLivestock entry deadline approaching for 2019 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair open class livestock entry deadline is rapidly approaching. All livestock entries for beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, and horses are due on Wednesday, August 15,…
Read MoreEnter Blue Ribbon Produce at the 2019 Clay County Fair
Gardeners are encouraged to enter their blue ribbon best in the Fields and Gardens Department at the 2019 Fair. One of the Fair’s original competitive departments, Fields and Gardens will…
Read MoreTradition and new entertainment to perform on Farmers Bank Stage
The Farmers Bank Stage will present six different acts at the nine-day Clay County Fair, Sept. 7-15. “The Farmers Bank Stage is a popular spot for many of our fairgoers because of…
Read MoreTown and Country Innovation celebrates fifth year in 2019
The Town and Country Innovation Show will celebrate its fifth year of competition at the 2019 Clay County Fair, Sept. 7-15. The Fair’s newest competitive department was started by Karen…
Read MoreClay County Fair’s 2019 Free Entertainment Lineup Announced
Daredevil stunts, magic, juggling, an Elton John and Billy Joel tribute show, and roving circus stars are just a few examples of the more than 400 shows and $200,000 in…
Read MoreExciting Updates, New Competitions at 2019 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces 19 new contests for the 2019 Clay County Fair. Whether you are baker, a tinkerer, a photographer, or an at-home brewer, there is something for…
Read MoreMultiple fan favorites return to Fair dirt track
Spencer, Iowa — The Sleep Number Grandstand will showcase multiple fan favorite dirt events, including the final appearance of chuckwagon races, during the nine days of the 2019 Clay County…
Read MoreOutlaw Pullers bring ground-shaking finale to 2019 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The season championships of the Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pullers Association, which will include the return of the popular Pro Stocks class, will serve as the grand…
Read MoreHigh-flying ATV action to entertain at 2019 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — High-flying action will make its debut in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019 Clay County Fair with national touring ATV Big Air Tour. The show will…
Read MoreFair advises concertgoers to be diligent about purchasing Sleep Number Grandstand tickets for 2019 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — With only 150 days remaining before the 2019 Clay County Fair, fairgoers are asked to use diligence when purchasing tickets for Sleep Number Grandstand events. The Fair…
Read MoreJon Pardi to perform at Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces Jon Pardi with special guest Jake Rose as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019…
Read MoreRAIN – A Beatles Tribute
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019…
Read MoreClay County Fair announces RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles
The Clay County Fair announces RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019 Clay County Fair…
Read MoreMichael W. Smith to perform at Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces Michael W. Smith with special guest We Are Messengers as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019 Clay…
Read MoreCountry Gold Tour to perform at 2019 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces the Country Gold Tour, starring Leroy Van Dyke, Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers, T. Graham Brown, Steve & Rudy Gatlin, and Moe Bandy, as…
Read MoreClay County Fair announces Foreigner
The Clay County Fair announces a night with Foreigner as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2019 Clay County Fair on Saturday, September…
Read MoreClay County Fair announces Grandstand changes
Citing the need to provide a safer and more relevant Grandstand concert and event experience, the Clay County Fair has announced several changes for the 2019 Fair, September 7-15. “The…
Read MoreClay County Fair announces admission changes for 2019
Clay County Fair families will save big at the 2019 Fair with free daily admission for all fairgoers age 12 and under. “Being an affordable family destination is an important…
Read MoreHairball returns to Events Center
The Clay County Fair & Events Center welcomes back Hairball to the Clay County Regional Events Center on Friday, February 22 at 7:30pm as a part of the 2019 SRG…
Read MoreClay County Fair & Events Center receives international recognition
Presented at the Closing Party and Awards Reception on November 30, the Fair received first place recognition in two categories, along with 10 other awards, at the annual International Association…
Read More2018 By the Numbers
Nine days of warm sunny weather made the “The World’s Greatest County Fair” a perfect September get-away for thousands of fairgoers, September 8-16. “Although crowds appeared to be affected the…
Read MoreHome Free – A Country Christmas
The Clay County Fair & Events Center is pleased to announce Home Free – A Country Christmas presented as part of the SRG Concert Series Saturday, December 15, 2018. The…
Read MoreGate Access Updates for 2018 Clay County Fair
Fairgoers to the 2018 Clay County Fair will want to take note of several changes that may affect their selected route and parking because of construction related to the City…
Read MoreKids Day adds new fun to the 2018 Clay County Fair
The Fair tradition continues with Y100 Kid’s Day being celebrated on Friday, Sept. 14. “Thanks to the cooperation of Clay County schools, Kid’s Day is a great Fair tradition for…
Read MorePerformance both educational and entertaining add to the Fair fun
Fun for everyone is always the focus at the Clay County Fair, September 8-16. The Clay County Fair will once again join Arts on Grand for fairgoers to enjoy fun…
Read More2018 new foods grab eyes and stomachs of Fairgoers
Fairgoers to the 2018 Clay County Fair will have more than 30 new foods to try during their visit Sept. 8-16, including five that have been named as finalists for…
Read MorePRCA Rodeo to headline Outdoor Arena events
An evening of PRCA Rodeo, as well as many other equine events, will be the featured attractions at the Outdoor Arena during the 2018 Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. “Due…
Read MoreA Country Christmas comes to Clay County Fair & Events Center
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair & Events Center is pleased to announce Home Free – A Country Christmas presented as part of the SRG Concert Series Saturday, December…
Read MoreMake plans now to attend the 2018 Clay County Fair and save big with deals
Fairgoers have the opportunity to save big through several pre-Fair deals as they make plans to attend the Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. Advance adult gate admission tickets are available for…
Read MoreBlue-ribbon creations at the Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair Textiles, Crafts, and Arts Department will again showcase blue ribbon creativity in the Creative Living Center at the 2018 Fair, Sept 8-16. “We always look forward…
Read MoreClay County Fair’s 2018 Free Entertainment Lineup Announced
Alligators, Elvis, bucking bulls, lumber jills, and roving circus stars are just a few examples of the more than 400 shows and $200,000 in entertainment that will be offered FREE…
Read MoreNew Competitions added to 2018 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces nineteen new contests for the 2018 Clay County Fair. Whether you are baker, a tinkerer, a photographer, or an at-home brewer, there is something for…
Read MoreDirt Events take center stage at 2018 Clay County Fair
The Sleep Number Grandstand will showcase five separate dirt events during the nine days of the 2018 Clay County Fair, September 8-16. A long-standing Fair tradition, Chuckwagon Races will kick…
Read MoreSesame Street Live to take the stage at 2018 Fair
The Clay County Fair announces that “Sesame Street Live! C is for Celebration” will be a part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at the 2018…
Read MoreCCF&EC welcomes two new employees
Clay County Fair and Events Center welcomes Phil Poutre, as the new executive chef and Talor Batschelet as the new receptionist for the Fair & Events Center. Phil Poutre, executive…
Read MoreOak Ridge Boys return to Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces that The Oak Ridge Boys with special guest Jimmy Fortune will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Sleep Number Grandstand at…
Read MoreBlood, Sweat & Tears to close out 2018 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces that Blood, Sweat & Tears with special guest Journey former lead vocalist Steve Augeri will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the…
Read MoreLee Brice to open 2018 Fair
The Clay County Fair announces that Lee Brice will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Grandstand at the 2018 Clay County Fair on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 7:30pm.…
Read MoreFair Association plans $600,000 in improvements for 2018
Spencer, Iowa —The Clay County Fair & Events Center will look a little different after $600,000 worth of capital improvement projects are completed prior to the 2018 Fair, September 8-16.…
Read More8th Annual Family Fest to be held on Saturday, March 3
The Clay County Fair & Events Center and Positively Spencer Youth will host the 8th Annual Family Fest at the Clay County Regional Events Center on Saturday, March 3rd from…
Read MoreTesla set to rock Clay County Fair September 9
Spencer, Iowa —The Clay County Fair announces that Tesla will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Grandstand at the 2018 Clay County Fair on Sunday, Sept.…
Read MoreLauren Daigle to perform at the 2018 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces that Lauren Daigle with special guest Zach Williams will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Grandstand at the…
Read MoreLauren Daigle to perform at the 2018 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair announces that Lauren Daigle with special guest Zach Williams will perform as part of the SRG Concert Series in the Grandstand at the 2018 Clay County…
Read MoreApplications now being accepted for 2018 Clay County Fair Queen Contest
The search is underway for candidates to compete for the title of Clay County Fair Queen. The winner, to be crowned Sunday, April 8, will reign over this year’s Clay…
Read MoreArch Allies to headline 4th Annual Rock’n Bac’n Brew’n
Clay County Fair & Events Center announces that Arch Allies will headline Rock’n Bac’n Brew’n at the Clay County Regional Events Center on Saturday, April 7. Arch Allies, a timeless…
Read MoreClay County Fair & Events Center receives international recognition
Presented at the Closing Party and Awards Reception on November 29, the Fair received first place recognition in four categories, along with six other awards, at the Annual International Association…
Read More2017 Christmas Show Announced
The Clay County Fair & Events Center is pleased to announce the George Maurer Big Band Holiday Show presented by Farmers Bank on Thursday, December 14. The show, which will…
Read MoreClay County Fair & Events Center unveils new brand identity at annual meeting
On the heels of its most successful Fair to date, the Clay County Fair & Events Center unveiled a new logo and brand identity at its annual meeting this evening.…
Read MoreLivestock competition deadline approaching
The entry deadline of August 15 is rapidly approaching for exhibitors to register their award-winning sheep, swine, dairy cattle, rabbits, horses and beef cattle for competitive shows at the 2017…
Read MoreClay County Fair Booster Tour headed to your community
The Clay County Fair Centennial Booster Tour powered by Winnebago is kicking off an 84-city tour of Clay County and eight neighboring counties on Tuesday, August 1 with visits to…
Read MoreCome Home and enjoy unique entertainment at the 2017 Fair
This year’s Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17, 2017, will feature two exciting shows, Disconnected K9’s and “Wild about Monkeys.” Fairgoers will be in awe of the world champion dogs with…
Read MoreKid’s Day returns to the 2017 Clay County Fair
A long time Fair tradition returns in 2017 with a new twist when Y100 Kid’s Day is celebrated on Friday, September 15 at the Centennial Clay County Fair. “Kid’s Day…
Read More“Come Home” to the Floriculture Department at the Fair
The Creative Living Center will be a popular location to take in local art, culinary skills, floral designs and a variety of demonstrations at the 2017 Clay County Fair, Sept.…
Read More“Come Home” for the Fun Entertainment on Farmers Bank Stage
The Farmers Bank Stage will bring nine days of quality entertainment to the Clay County Fair Sept. 9-17, just a portion of the $180,000 in free entertainment that will be…
Read MoreMake plans now to “Come Home” and save with big deals
Fairgoers have the opportunity to save big through several pre-Fair deals as they make plans to “Come Home” for the Centennial Clay County Fair. Advance adult gate admission tickets are…
Read MoreEnter your blue-ribbon creations at the Fair
The Textiles, Crafts and Art department will again showcase people’s blue ribbon creativity in the Creative Living Center at the 2017 Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. Three new classes of competition,…
Read MoreCome Home for The Britins, Country Roads and more on Northwest Bank Stage
The Northwest Bank Stage will bring nine days of quality entertainment to the Clay County Fair Sept. 9-17, just a portion of the $180,000 in free entertainment that will be…
Read MoreFarm Gadget Show will again be part of 2017 Fair
Exhibitors everywhere are invited to be part of this year’s Farm Gadget Show at the 2017 Clay County Fair. The show, which started in 2015, began from the “All Around…
Read MoreCLAY COUNTY FAIR RECOGNIZED FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO IOWA’S $8.06 BILLION TOURISM INDUSTRY
In honor of National Travel and Tourism Week, the Iowa Tourism Office recently recognized the Clay County Fair for its contributions to the state’s $8.06 billion tourism industry. National Travel…
Read MorePARSONS RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS AND EXPOSITIONS CERTIFIED FAIR EXECUTIVE STATUS
Jeremy Parsons of the Clay County Fair in Spencer, Iowa, was honored at the 2017 Management Conference of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) as a recipient of…
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