Food festivals in Des Moines

Iowa State Fair

  • ★ 4.8
  • 12 to 22 August 2027
  • Des Moines, United States

The Iowa State Fair in Des Moines runs 12 to 22 August 2027 and draws more than a million fairgoers, with a record 1,218,834 visitors in 2026.

Hotels for these dates from USD 97/nightOfficial siteAdd to calendar

Dates and details checked September 29, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

What to eat there

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Where to eat in East Village

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Our picks in East Village, where the festival is.

Alba New American · East Village★ 4.6 The Contrary Bar · East Village★ 4.6 Clyde's Fine Diner New American · East Village★ 4.5 Lucca Italian · East Village★ 4.4 HoQ New American · East Village★ 4.4 Scenic Route Bakery Bakery cafe · East Village★ 4.4

Eat your way around Des Moines while you are in town

Iowa State Fair runs 12-22 Aug 2027. These are the food tours and tastings in Des Moines to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Hotels in Des Moines around 12 to 22 August 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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