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Clay County Fair Announces New Opening Act for Sept. 16 Grandstand Show
Spencer, Iowa — Due to a family matter, Dylan needs to return home this weekend and unfortunately must cancel his upcoming show on Saturday, September 16 at the Clay County…
Read MoreLivestock entry deadline approaching quickly for the 2023 Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The open class livestock entry deadline is rapidly approaching for the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 9-17. All entries for open-class beef cattle, dairy cattle,…
Read MoreIt is a Picture Perfect Time to Earn a Blue Ribbon at the 2023 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — It’s a great time to begin sifting through all the photos you have taken this year and enter them in one of the many photography competitions at…
Read MoreSix acts announced for Northwest Bank Stage at 2023 Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The Northwest Bank Stage will feature six different quality acts at the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 9-17. This is just a portion of the…
Read MoreCreative Arts is back with more at the 2023 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Creative Arts department is back showcasing the creative skills of exhibitors at the 2023 Clay County Fair Powered SMU, Sept. 9-17. “We’re so…
Read MoreStrolling and grounds acts come to the 2023 Fair
Spencer, Iowa —A walking robot, bubble show, and comedy acts are just a few examples of the more than $180,000 in FREE entertainment to fairgoers during the 2023 Clay County Fair…
Read MoreFun free entertainment to be featured on Farmers Bank Stage
Spencer, Iowa — The Farmers Bank Stage will feature six different acts at the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU September 9-17, just a portion of the $180,000 in free entertainment…
Read MoreEnter blue ribbon produce at the 2023 Clay County Fair
Spencer, Iowa — Gardeners are encouraged to enter their blue ribbon best in the Fields and Gardens Department at the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 9-17. One…
Read MoreFair seeks Board candidates, Association members
Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Association is currently seeking candidates for the Board of Directors, as well as interested individuals to become members of the Association. Each year,…
Read MoreSpecial Day highlights for the 2019 Clay County Fair
No matter who you are, there is something for everyone at the 2019 Clay County Fair, Sept. 7-15. “While every day at the Fair is full of fun activities, there…
Read MoreEducation and Entertainment add to the Fair fun for all ages
Fun for everyone is always the focus at the Clay County Fair, September 7-15. The Clay County Fair will once again join Arts on Grand for fairgoers to enjoy fun…
Read MoreMannheim Steamroller on-sale announced
Mannheim Steamroller will present the best the holiday has to offer this season. The group will perform live at the Clay County Regional Events Center on Tuesday, November 19. Tickets…
Read MoreTradition continues on the Northwest Bank Stage
Spencer, Iowa — The Northwest Bank Stage will feature six different quality acts at the nine-day Clay County Fair, Sept. 7-15. This is just a portion of the $200,000 in…
Read MoreEnter your blue ribbon textiles, crafts, and arts at the Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair Textiles, Crafts, and Arts Department will again showcase memorable creativity in the Creative Living Center at the 2019 Fair, Sept 7-15. “We always look forward to…
Read MorePicture a blue ribbon at the 2019 Clay County Fair
With new themes and a new sponsor, now is a perfect time to begin sorting through all of the photos you have taken since the 2018 Fair and enter them…
Read MoreHome Wine & Craft Beer Department to include more prizes at 2019 Clay County Fair
The 2019 Clay County Fair Home Wine and Craft Beer Department will include 15 divisions in the wine category and eight divisions in the craft beer category. “No matter your…
Read MoreFloriculture Department rooted in tradition at Clay County Fair
The tradition continues at the Clay County Fair with the Creative Living Center being a location that hosts local art, culinary creations, floral designs, and different demonstrations, Sept. 8-16. A…
Read MoreTradition with fun interactions on Farmers Bank Stage
The Farmers Bank Stage will bring six different acts to the nine-day Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. This is just a portion of the $180,000.00 of free entertainment that will…
Read MoreSpecial Day highlights for the 2018 Clay County Fair
No matter who you are, there is something for everyone at the 2018 Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. “Each day the Fair is chock full of activities for all ages,”…
Read MoreTradition with a new twist to be featured on the Northwest Bank Stage
The Northwest Bank Stage will feature six different quality acts at the nine-day Clay County Fair, Sept. 8-16. This is just a portion of the $180,000 in free entertainment offered…
Read MoreRed, white, dark or light exhibits take on the 2018 Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair Home Wine and Craft Beer Department is excited for another year of exhibits in the Creative Living Center. With a successful first year, the craft beer…
Read MoreLearn culinary secrets from the best at the 2017 Fair
“Come Home” for special demonstrations in the Creative Living Center during the 2017 Fair. Adam Sorenson from Dakota Grills will present ideas for second day meals with “Hoping for Leftovers…
Read MoreFarmHer to be a part of Clay County’s Centennial Celebration
FarmHer, an organization dedicated to shining a light on women in agriculture, will be at the 100th Clay County Fair supporting a different perspective of agriculture; the women. The FarmHer…
Read MoreClay County Fair Sprint Car Triple Header features IRA, UMSS Winged & UMSS Traditional Sprint Cars
The long-standing tradition of dirt track racing during the Clay County Fair in Spencer, Iowa will continue this year as the Bumper to Bumper Interstate Racing Association (IRA) and both…
Read MoreGet in the Fair Spirit early
It’s time to get in the Centennial Fair spirit with last minute savings and kick off celebrations prior to the opening of the Clay County Fair on Saturday, Sept. 9.…
Read MoreThe food contest grabs hearts and stomachs of fairgoers
Back by popular demand, “The World’s Greatest County Fair Food” Contest returns for its second year at the Clay County Fair, September 9-17. Out of 31 new foods at the…
Read MoreNew Vendors join to celebrate the Fair
There will be 46 new additions to the vendor list this year joining the hundreds of favorite commercial exhibits and concessions at the Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. “With nearly…
Read MoreStrolling entertainment and local acts take center stage at Fair
New and returning acts will entertain audiences in the KICD Courtyard and around the fairgrounds at the Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. Hillbilly Bob will be returning with his 1929 Model…
Read MoreEntertaining performances and educational experiences add to Fair fun
Family fun for everyone is always the focus at the Clay County Fair, September 9-17. “Our guest surveys tell us that the number one reason people attend the Fair each…
Read MoreSpecial days, deals highlight 2017 Clay County Fair
No matter who you are, there is something for everyone at the Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. “We are extremely proud of the fact that every person can attend the…
Read MoreCentennial Plaza brings new life to center of Fair
This year the Clay County Fair, September 9-17, will be introducing the beginnings of what will become Centennial Plaza, a new area in the middle of the fairgrounds where the…
Read MoreHorses to highlight the Outdoor Arena
Horses once again highlight the events at the Outdoor Arena during the 2017 Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. However, another species of animals will return to the Arena on Sunday,…
Read More“Come Home” and see what is new at the Fair
With a Centennial Celebration in mind, the Clay County Fair will celebrate Sept. 9-17 with some new additions as well as some rearranging for fairgoers to enjoy for the next…
Read MoreVariety of talent to entertain at DISH Plaza and Ag Partners Discovery Stage during 2017 Fair
DISH Plaza as well as the Ag Partners Discovery Stage will pull in a variety of free entertainment from music to magic during the 2017 Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17 “These…
Read More14 new contests highlight creative culinary competition at Fair
“Come Home” and showcase your baking talents at this year’s Clay County Fair, Sept. 9-17. With 14 new special contests in the Oven Products department in 2017, there is certainly…
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