DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa State Fair received notable recognition at the International Association of Fairs and Expositions Annual Convention held in Denver, Colorado.

The fair won multiple awards, including the prestigious "Best of Division" and "Judges' Choice" for the new Kids Makers Market event in 2025.

In total, the Iowa State Fair earned 22 awards across various categories. Competing against fairs with over 1 million attendees, the fair's achievements were acknowledged by industry experts.

The Iowa State Fair received the following awards:

- Hall of Honor Communications

Double-Sided, Multi-Page, or Folded Promotional Piece: 1st Place (New Food Brochure)

Social Media Campaign: 2nd Place (What's Allowed at the Fair)

Best Marketing Campaign: 3rd Place (2025 Fair Sweet Fair

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