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GLADBROOK – Round up your friends and family and make plans to attend the 2026 Tama County Fair, happening Monday, July 13 through Sunday, July 19, at the fairgrounds in Gladbrook. Get ready for a week filled with excitement, entertainment, and the best of what our community has to offer.

All year long, Tama County’s dedicated 4-H and FFA members have been hard at work raising animals, creating projects, and building skills. Now it’s time for them to shine. From livestock shows to creative exhibits, their efforts will be on full display, showcasing the passion, determination, and talent of local youth.

But the Tama County Fair is more than competitions, it’s an experience for everyone. Spend your days exploring exhibit buildings, strolling through livestock barns, and enjoying everything the fairgrounds have to offer. There are many opportunities for younger fairgoers to take part in crafts, scavenger hunts, and hands-on activities. And don’t forget the food! The fair features everything from delicious homemade pies to refreshing snow cones.

Daily Highlights

-Monday, July 13: Non-livestock judging for 4-H members, FFA students, and Clover Kids

-Tuesday, July 14: Animal check-in, Dog Show, and Opening Ceremony with the Fair Queen coronation, scholarships, and Friend of the Fair recognition. **Please note the new time for the ceremony is 8 p.m. following the Dog Show**

-Wednesday, July 15: Farm Credit Breakfast, Sheep Show, Story Time, Watermelon Feed, Tama County Conservation Naturalist visit, Meat Goat and Poultry Shows, and the Fashion Show

-Thursday, July 16: Horse Speed Events, Dairy Cattle and Dairy Goat Show, Rabbit Show, Pet Show and Stuffed Animal Show, activities with Master Gardeners, and Ag Olympics sponsored by Tama County Farm Bureau

-Friday, July 17: Swine and Horse Shows, Kiddie Tractor Pull, Pee Wee Wranglers, and Family Fun Night with Bingo

-Saturday, July 18: Beef Show followed by Fun Night

The Tama County Livestock and Fair Association invites everyone to join the fun this July. Whether you’re cheering from the stands, enjoying great food, or exploring the exhibits, there’s something for all ages to enjoy.

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 the office at 641-484-2703.

Hope to see you at the Tama County Fair this July 13-19 in Gladbrook!