Iowa State Fair
06/04/2026 | Press release | Archived content
Kid-Sized Fair Spirit Club
Sign-up for the Blue Ribbon Kids' Club is Open
Designed for children ages 10 and under, the Blue Ribbon Kids' Club gives young Fairgoers a unique behind-the-scenes Fair experience filled with hands-on activities, special events and exclusive member perks, August 13-23. Members must be registered before August 1, 2026.
Kids' Club membership is FREE and they receive:
- A personalized Blue Ribbon Kids' Club badge
- Access to daily activities and crafts
- Daily prize drawings
- A birthday postcard
- Parent newsletter for Fair information and contests
- And, a limited number of Fair coupon books are printed for members only
Pre-registration on the Iowa State Fair website is required this year to guarantee personalized materials before the Fair begins. No on-site registration will be available this year.
All Kids' Club weekday activities begin at 10 a.m. at the Fun Forest Stage, with special Saturday meet-and-greet events also scheduled at 10 a.m. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. each day of Kids' Club.
2026 Blue Ribbon Kids' Club Schedule
Thursday, August 13
Make and Take T-Shirts at Kids' Club
Craft: Slap Bracelet
Friday, August 14
Choose Iowa Day at Kids' Club
Craft: Patriotic Barn Craft
Saturday, August 15
Meet and Greet with Iowa State Fair Police
Craft: Patriotic Foam Glasses
Monday, August 17
Living History Farms - Iowa Before the American Revolution
Craft: Patriotic Picture Frame
Tuesday, August 18
DMACC Vet Camp Day at Kids' Club
Craft: Dog Paddle Game
Wednesday, August 19
Sensory-Friendly Morning at Kids' Club (open to all ages)
Craft: Patriotic Foam Wands
Thursday, August 20
Living History Farms: America's Westward Expansion - Iowa Becomes a State
Craft: Color Your Own Patriotic Footballs and USA Doorknob Hanger
Friday, August 21
Dance Party at Kids' Club
Craft: Red, White and Blue Foam Visor Kit and Bracelet Kit
Saturday, August 22
Happy Birthday, America, Fairfield and Rosetta
Craft: Let Freedom Ring Necklace
Families can register online before August 1 at www.iowastatefair.org.
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