Fact 1: The Iowa State Fairgrounds hosts one of the largest state fairs in the U.S., attracting over a million visitors each year.
Fact 2: The fairgrounds feature the iconic Butter Cow, a sculpture made from about 600 pounds of butter, displayed every year at the fair.
Fact 3: The fairgrounds include a historic 1886 wooden grandstand, where concerts and events are held during the fair and throughout the year.
Updated: May 16, 2026