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Spencer, Iowa — Nearly 300 members of the Clay County Fair Association heard positive reports about the “The World’s Greatest County Fair” at its annual meeting held October 24. “My…

Spencer, Iowa — Due to a family matter, Dylan Scott needs to return home this weekend and unfortunately must cancel his upcoming show on Saturday, September 16 at the Clay County…

Spencer, Iowa —There is something for everyone at the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 9-17. “Each day the Fair is packed full of activities for Fairgoers of…

Spencer, Iowa — Fairgoers to the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU will have 21 new foods to enjoy during their visit September 9-17, including five that have been named…

Spencer, Iowa — With over 40 divisions, there is a bit of everything for everyone who want to enter their kitchen creations to win blue ribbons and cash prizes at…

Spencer, Iowa —The Town and Country Innovation Department will celebrate its eighth year of competition at the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 9-17. The Fair’s newest competitive…

Spencer, Iowa — The Home Wine and Craft Beer Department will include 15 divisions in the wine category and nine divisions in the craft beer category for the 2023 Clay County…

Spencer, Iowa — Fair industry veteran Jerome Hertel has been named the next CEO/Manager of the Clay County Fair Association. Hertel will succeed Jeremy Parsons, who is leaving the Fair & Events…

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair & Events Center and Positively Spencer Youth will host the 12th Annual Family Fest at the Clay County Regional Events Center on Saturday, March…

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces eight nights of Grandstand events – including five shows that are part of the SRG Concert Series – for the 2023 Clay County…

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Association, a private 501(c)5 organization, completed a successful 2022 by making a significant impact on the local economy, educating thousands of youth, and providing…

Spencer, Iowa — “The World’s Greatest County Fair” lived up to its billing by winning ten awards – including a coveted “Best of Division” Award – during the International Association of…

Spencer, Iowa — Increased youth involvement, record fairgoer spending, added exhibitor participation, large crowds, and great weather propelled the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU to new heights, September 10-18. “When…

Spencer, Iowa – Keeping their safety and security in mind, fairgoers can expect several changes at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18. “For more than 100 years,…

Spencer, Iowa — Fairgoers to the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU will have 28 new foods to enjoy during their visit September 10-18, including five that have been named as finalists…

Spencer, Iowa – Fairgoers can expect lots of opportunities to learn more about one of Iowa’s largest industries – agriculture – at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept.…

Spencer, Iowa – There will be 66 new vendors joining the hundreds of returning favorite commercial exhibits and concessions at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18.…

Spencer, Iowa – Hispanic and Native American cultures will be celebrated with their own special festivals in Central Park during the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU. “One of the…

Spencer, Iowa — The open class livestock entry deadline is rapidly approaching for the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18. All entries for open class beef cattle, dairy…

Spencer, Iowa – Goldstar Amusements returns for their 11th year at the Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18, with an addition of several newly remodeled rides. “We are fortunate…

Spencer, Iowa — A science circus, fire tricks, and a magic show all about agriculture are just a few examples of the more than $180,000 in entertainment that will be offered…

Spencer, Iowa —Thirty-two different sponsored categories for blue ribbon winners and cash prizes are just some of the things waiting for you and your kitchen creations to win at the 2022…

Spencer, Iowa — Fairgoers will be able to enjoy a farmer’s market experience and learn more about locally produced foods at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September…

Spencer, Iowa — The Northwest Bank Stage will feature six different quality acts at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18. This is just a portion of…

Spencer, Iowa — FFA chapters from Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Nebraska will have the opportunity to participate in a day of leadership opportunities and a college fair at the first-ever FFA…

Spencer, Iowa — A talking plant, a one handed juggler, and frisbee dogs are just a few examples of the more than $180,000 in entertainment that will be offered FREE to…

Spencer, Iowa — No matter who you are, there is something for everyone at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, September 10-18. “Each day the Fair is chock full…

Spencer, Iowa — The Farmers Bank Stage will feature six different acts at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU September 10-18, just a portion of the $180,000 in free entertainment that…

Spencer, Iowa —The Town and Country Innovation Department will celebrate its seventh year of competition at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 10-18. “We’ve had so many creative…

Spencer, Iowa — Like any non-profit organization, the Clay County Fair Association is currently seeking candidates for the Board of Directors, as well as interested individuals to become members of the…

Spencer, Iowa — Fairgoers have the opportunity to save big through several pre-Fair deals as they make plans to attend the Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 10-18. “We know people…

Spencer, Iowa — The Home Wine and Craft Beer Department will include 15 divisions in the wine category and nine divisions in the craft beer category for the 2022 Clay County…

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Textiles, Crafts, and Arts Department has changed its name to the Creative Arts Department for the 2022 Fair powered by SMU, Sept 10-18. “We decided…

Spencer, Iowa — Now is a perfect time to begin sorting through all of the photos you have taken and enter them in one of the many photography competitions at…

Spencer, Iowa — Gardeners are encouraged to enter their blue ribbon best in the Fields and Gardens Department at the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 10-18. One of…

Spencer, Iowa — Tickets are available now for nine nights of Grandstand events – including the six shows that are part of SRG Concert Series – at the 2022 Clay County…

Spencer, Iowa — A new promotion providing free admission after 7:30pm each day highlights some admission changes for the 2022 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sept. 10-18. “To be able…

Spencer, Iowa — A four-course meal prepared with locally sourced ingredients, musical entertainment by Fair favorites The Britins, auctions, and a 50/50 raffle will highlight a brand-new fundraising event for the…

Spencer, Iowa – Seven young ladies will compete for the title of Clay County Fair Queen on Sunday, May 1 at the Clay County Regional Events Center. Contestants include Rebekah…

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces all nine nights of Grandstand events – including the six shows that are part of SRG Concert Series – for the 2022…

“The World’s Greatest County Fair” lived up to its billing by winning multiple awards and recognitions at the 2020 International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) “Virtual Vision” held November…

Spencer, Iowa – The search is underway for candidates to compete for the title of Clay County Fair Queen. The winner, to be crowned Sunday, May 2, will reign over…