North Iowa Fair ~ "Where Memories Grow"
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - Sunday, August 2, 2026
North Iowa Events Center
3700 4th Street SW
Mason City | Map It Lakes & Land Website
641.423.3811 641.423.3811
3700 4th Street SW
Mason City | Map It Lakes & Land Website
641.423.3811 641.423.3811
Save the date for the 2026 North Iowa Fair – “Where Memories Grow”! This year’s fair has an amazing roster of attractions that will create many memorable moments: Tiger Encounter, Jay Mattioli’s Electrifying Magic, Canines in the Clouds, The Steamers Thrill Show, Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventures, and Gold Star Amusements. There will be live bands every night and on Friday night, there will be Karaoke by Mojo Productions! Saturday night, Will Barnett & Co. will play on the Community Stage. And of course there will be livestock shows, the “Little Farmers & Farm Bureau Agriculture Learning Center,” the Family Fun Park and races at the Mason City Motor Speedway. But that’s not all! Open Class Exhibits are always a fan favorite – who is going to make the best pie this year? The Fair Queen Competition, Little Miss & Mister Competition, and the Bill Riley Talent Search Show always draw a crowd! The “Treat Street & Metronet Shopping Mall” will be filled with things that make you happy – offering a variety of vendors means there is something for everyone! Need a sweet treat – stop on in! Craving a corn dog – look no further! In the mood to shop – you might find something you didn’t know you needed! Good Times – Great Food – Lots of Laughter & Memories! Event Times: • Wednesday – 3 PM to 9 PM • Thursday – 11 AM to 9 PM • Friday & Saturday – 11 AM to 10 PM • Sunday – 11 AM to 6 PM