Celebrate with Iowa PBS at the Iowa State Fair

People hanging around in front of a Clifford the big red dog statue

Join Iowa PBS this summer at the Iowa State Fair for an unforgettable experience. Visitors to the statewide network’s exhibit in the Varied Industries Building will find entertainment for all ages and a chance to explore everything that makes Iowa PBS special. Attendees will also be invited to show off their love for Iowa PBS with a free foldable fan giveaway. 

This year, fans of Iowa PBS are invited to test their knowledge on 12 shows exclusive to the network with an interactive trivia wall. From captivating documentaries to beloved programming, discover what sets Iowa PBS apart. Don’t miss the three-sided selfie stations showcasing elements from exciting new programs from Iowa PBS, like Road Trip Iowa and Behind the Scenes of Antiques Roadshow, along with a larger-than-life tribute to everyone’s favorite big red dog, Clifford. Additionally, daily meet and greets will be held at the booth from noon to 2 p.m. with familiar faces of Iowa PBS, offering fairgoers a chance to connect with their favorite personalities from the network. Each host will have an exclusive giveaway during their visit. The meet and greet schedule is as follows: 

  • Thursday, August 8: Andrew Batt, General Manager of Iowa PBS
  • Friday, August 9: Kay Henderson of Iowa Press
  • Saturday, August 10: Paul Yeager of Market to Market
  • Sunday, August 11:  Charity Nebbe of Iowa Life  
  • Monday, August 12: Mickey Davis of Studio 3 LIVE
  • Tuesday, August 13: Brooke Kohlsdorf of Road Trip Iowa
  • Wednesday, August 14: Abby Brown of Iowa PBS KIDS
  • Thursday, August 15: Kay Henderson of Iowa Press
  • Friday, August 16: Abby Brown of Iowa PBS KIDS 
  • Saturday, August 17:  Paul Yeager of Iowa PBS Sports
  • Sunday, August 18: Brooke Kohlsdorf of Road Trip Iowa

Iowa PBS plans to uphold its longstanding tradition of sharing state fair highlights with viewers across Iowa and beyond, continuing a legacy of more than 50 years. This year’s programming begins Wednesday, August 7 at 6:15 p.m. with a live broadcast of the 2024 Iowa State Fair Parade. The 2024 Iowa State Fair Queen Coronation will be livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube and iowapbs.org on Saturday, August 10 at 7 p.m. Fair coverage continues nightly at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. on August 12-17 with Fair 2024 and concludes Sunday, August 18 at 8 p.m. with the State Fair Talent Championship. Follow Iowa PBS across social media for daily questions, quizzes and a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes action.

Visit iowapbs.org/fair to check out all the state fair fun Iowa PBS has to offer. 

Support for Fair 2024 is provided by Iowa Bankers Association, Iowa Pork Producers Association, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Kwik Star.