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Celebrate and learn Hispanic and Native American cultures at the Fair

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…

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Livestock entry deadline approaching quickly for 2022 Fair

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…

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Goldstar Amusements returns to Fair with new remodels of classic rides

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…

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Discovery Stage & DIRECTV Midway Stage bring four great acts to the Fair

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…

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Numerous prizes to be given for blue ribbon cooking at 2022 Fair

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…

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Fair to Fork Market new feature at 2022 Fair

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…

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Six acts announced for Northwest Bank Stage at 2022 Fair

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…

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New learning opportunity for FFA chapters at 2022 Fair

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…

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Strolling and grounds acts come to the 2022 Fair

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…

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Special Day highlights for the 2022 Clay County Fair

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…

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