News Releases

Six 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…

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Creative 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…

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Strolling 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…

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Fun 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…

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Clay County Fair announces Grandstand change

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair announces that Thompson Square (rather than Jimmie Allen) will be joining Parmalee as part of the SRG Concert Series at the 2023 Clay…

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Enter 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…

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Fair 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,…

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1st annual Art of the Que to include live music, inflatables, and more!

Spencer, Iowa —Arts on Grand, the Clay County Fair & Events Center and the Spencer Radio Group will host the 1st Annual Art of the Que BBQ Contest and Art…

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Make plans now to attend the 2023 Clay County Fair and save big with deals

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. 9-17. “Taking advantage of…

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2023 Clay County Fair Theme Announced

The Clay County Fair is an entity unlike any other around these parts. It seems everyone knows-or at least has heard-about it. It is a presence so significant it almost…

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