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Lee Greenwood to Headline Veterans Day at the 2026 Clay County Fair

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, is proud to announce legendary country music artist Lee Greenwood with special guest Jimmy Fortune, longtime member of the iconic…

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Clay County Fair Charitable Trust Announces Segway Side-by-Side Raffle

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Charitable Trust is announcing its Segway Side-by-Side Raffle, giving supporters the opportunity to win a 2025 Segway UT10 P Side by Side sport…

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15th Annual Family Fest Returns to Clay County Regional Events Center

SPENCER, Iowa — Families across Northwest Iowa are invited to attend the 15th Annual Family Fest on Saturday, February 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Clay County…

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Martina McBride Returns to Headline the 2026 Clay County Fair

Spencer, Iowa — A Clay County Fair favorite is coming home. The Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, is excited to announce country music icon Martina McBride as a Grandstand…

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Clay County Fair Generated $92 Million Economic Impact for Northwest Iowa in 2024

SPENCER, Iowa — While many people think of the Clay County Fair as a once-a-year event focused on fun, traditions, and agriculture, a new study shows it also plays a…

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Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias to Headline the 2026 Clay County Fair

Spencer, Iowa — Christmas came early at the Clay County Fair, powered by SMU! The Fair is excited to unwrap its first Grandstand announcement for 2026 as part of the…

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Clay County Fair Charitable Trust Invites Community to Support a “Blue-Ribbon Future” This GivingTuesday

SPENCER, Iowa — As communities across the country unite in generosity for GivingTuesday on December 2, the Clay County Fair Charitable Trust is inviting fair supporters, past and present, to…

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Clay County Fair & Events Center Receives International Recognition

SPENCER, Iowa — Returning to IAFE competition for the first time in several years, the Clay County Fair & Events Center came back strong in 2025, earning three awards —…

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Bulls & Brews Set to Return with New Reserved Seating and VIP Options

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair & Events Center and Raise ‘Em Rank are thrilled to bring bull riding back to the Clay County Regional Events Center on Friday,…

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Clay County Fair Association Seeks Board Candidates and Members

Spencer, Iowa — The Clay County Fair Association is currently searching for eligible candidates to join its Board of Directors and encourages interested community members to become part of the…

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