the union county fair

It's the most anticipated week of the year for our area kids AND parents! Started in Lorimor, Iowa in 1924, and moved to Afton, Iowa, in 1953, the Union County Fair has been "Raising Traditions" by encouraging hard work, cultivating leaders, and providing a week's worth of entertainment for all generations. Details for this year's fair can be found by clicking on the links above. Help us celebrate 100+ years of raising traditions at the 2025 Union County Fair!

tickets! tickets! get your tickets!

We've got some great Grandstand Events happening at the Union County Fair. Here is an easy way to secure your tickets in advance and get through the lines as quickly as possible! Ticket prices are as follows:
0-5: Free, 6-18: $5, 19+: $10
New to the fair are All Events Passes! Don't miss a night of the Grandstand Action and save $5!
​This year, you can purchase an all events pass and get in each night to watch the demo derby, truck and tractor pull and two nights of an action packed rodeo!
​Youth: $15, Adults: $35

Kids' day at the union county fair

Greater Regional Health has partnered with the Union County Fairgrounds to provide entertainment, games, and a whole lot of fun for our Kids' Day activities! We had so much fun last year, and we look forward to a fun day again this year. Take a look at the schedule for Kids' Day on July 19th, 2025!

Thank you to our sponsors

The Union County Fair would be nothing without our many generous sponsors. We are so fortunate to live in a community that enjoys supporting our youth! Thank you to each business, family, or individual who chose to sponsor the 2024 Union County Fair! Interested in sponsoring the 2025 Union County Fair? Contact us for more information!

​So much more than a fair

The Union County Fairgrounds hosts so many more events than just the Union County Fair. From weddings, to proms, to barrel races, to livestock shows, the Union County Fairgrounds is equipped to host just about any event. We have been so blessed with this wonderful facility, that we want to use it to its full extent. Contact a Fair Board member today to reserve the Union County Fairgrounds for your next event!

community events

high school events

Weddings

livestock shows

come see for yourself!

The Union County Fairgrounds are located in the heart of Afton, Iowa. Questions about what we have to offer? Contact:
Chad Rieck - Union County Fair Board President
Physical Address:
211 S Grace St. Afton, IA 50830
Mailing Address:
Union County Fair Board
PO Box 292
Creston, IA 50801