Clover Kids, 4-H, and FFA exhibitors gather for a group photo during the 2024 Tama County Fair. This year’s fair will take place July 14-20 at the fairgrounds in Gladbrook. PHOTO COURTESY OF JENNY HULME

GLADBROOK – The much-anticipated 2025 Tama County Fair is just around the corner, promising a vibrant celebration of community spirit, hard work, and good old-fashioned fun. Mark your calendars for July 14-20 and get ready to join us as we come together to honor the dedication and achievements of our talented 4-H and FFA members.

For months, these young individuals have poured their hearts into preparing projects, raising animals, and honing their skills – all leading up to this showcase event. From livestock exhibitions to creative displays, their commitment and passion will be on full display, offering an inspiring glimpse into the future leaders of agriculture and beyond.

But the fair isn’t just about the exhibits; it’s an experience for the whole community. Each day there are kids’ crafts, scavenger hunts, and make sure to check out the Kids Area by the Rabbit Barn. There is time to tour the exhibit buildings, livestock barns, and make sure to grab a bite to eat which includes delicious pies and snow cones.

The Tama County Fair is more than just an event – it’s a tradition that unites our community and celebrates the hard work and accomplishments of our youth. We invite you to come and support these incredible 4-H and FFA members, cheer them on, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

The Tama County Livestock and Fair Association invites you to come to the Tama County Fair this July 14-20, 2025. The Tama County Fairgrounds are located in Gladbrook. A roundup of daily highlighted events is printed below.

Monday, July 14: Non-Livestock judging for 4-H members, FFA students and Clover Kids

Tuesday, July 15: Animals are entered, Pet Show, Dog Show and Opening Ceremony of the Fair which includes presentation of the Friend of the Fair, Fair Scholarship and the Selection of the 2025 Tama County Fair Queen

Wednesday, July 16: Farm Credit Breakfast, Sheep Show, Gladbrook Library Story Time, Watermelon Feed sponsored by Tama Co. Soil and Water Conservation District, Conservation Station from Iowa State University, Tama County Naturalist visit, Goat Show, Poultry Show, and Fashion Show

Thursday, July 17: Dairy Show, Horse Show (Speed Events), Rabbit Show, Communications Event, fun with Tama County Master Gardeners and Ag Olympics sponsored by the Tama County Farm Bureau.

Friday, July 18: Swine Show, Horse Show, Kiddie Tractor Pull (4-11 year old sponsored by the Tama County 4-H Council), Pee Wee Wranglers (sponsored by the Tama County Cattlemen), Fair Family Fun with Bingo, yard games and Hot Wheels racing (sponsored by the Tama County Youth Advisory Committee).

Saturday, July 19: Beef Show and Fun Night (Sponsored by the Tama County 4-H Council) followed by County Council reunion

For a full schedule of this year’s fair, visit the Tama County Extension and Outreach website at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/tama/. You may also contact them at 641-484-2703.

Hope to see you at the Tama County Fair this July!