DES MOINES — July 1 is the deadline to enter the Iowa State Fair Parade and many of the Fair’s competitive events.
Entrants in competitive events may enter online or submit their entry by mail, postmarked by the deadline. Premium books and entry forms can be accessed www.iowastatefair.org/participate/competition/how-to-enter/. While most entries are due July 1, deadlines do vary by department. Some departments will accept late entries through July 8 with additional fees.
For more information regarding entry deadlines, competitions or the online entry system, contact the Competitive Events Department at 515-262-3111 ext. 207.
Iowa's largest parade is on Aug. 9 in downtown Des Moines. Applications are available at www.iowastatefair.org/participate/parade/ or by contacting Tonya Cook at 515/262-3111 ext. 202. Parade float categories include Marching Bands and Drum Lines, Walking and Performing Groups, Novelty Units and Horses. There is a $25 fee for each parade entry. Entries postmarked later than July 1 must include a $15 late fee. No entries will be accepted after July 15.