News Releases

Hertel named CEO/Manager of the Clay County Fair

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…

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Family Fest to include new Ag Zone, Safety City, and more!

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…

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Complete 2023 Fair Grandstand line-up announced

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…

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Clay County Fair & Events Center helps local non-profits raise more than $600,000 in 2022

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…

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Clay County Fair & Events Center receives international recognition

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…

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2022 Fair sets multiple records

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…

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Fair announces safety and security changes

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,…

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Twenty-eight new foods will entice stomachs at 2022 Fair

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…

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The 2022 Fair continues its mission of Ag Education

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.…

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New Vendors join to celebrate the Fair

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.…

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