DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair is gearing up to play a special role in the nation’s 250th birthday celebration in 2026.
The fair’s theme will be “Fair Spirit,” tying into the nationwide semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of America’s founding.
Organizers say the celebration will look back at Iowa’s role in the country’s history while also highlighting the state’s agriculture, industry, and entertainment…