The Pork Chop on a Stick has been served at the Iowa State Fair for over two decades. Then-presidential candidate Donald Trump is seen eating one in 2015 in this image.

Attendance at the 2024 Iowa State Fair set a record at 1,182,682; Minnesota State Fair attendance was 1,925,904 in 2024.

To help you make the most of your trip to the 2025 Iowa State Fair, we’ve compiled an extensive guide with everything you ...

The state fair is known for food on a stick, deep-fried treats and giant turkey legs. In 2001, a family attempted to visit ...

Step 1: Brown meats together in a pan over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain grease. Step 2: Mix onion, basil, ...

The celebrations of the nation’s 250th birthday next year will provide Trump a powerful platform from which to project his vision of American history.

As you read this, there’s a good probability that someone attending the Iowa State Fair is eating a Pork Chop on a Stick.

See our thoughts on the top 11 new foods this year before you head out to the Iowa State Fair from Aug. 7-17 in Des Moines.