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Valley High ManorState Fair Giant Slide is a classic carnival-style attraction featured during the annual fair. long_description_potoo
Events at this venue
View all eventsSep 12·9:00 AM
Once a month from January to May and September to December, you will find antiques, collectibles, home décor, jewelry, purses, bags and more at the Iowa State Fair Flea Market!
Sep 13·9:00 AM
Once a month from January to May and September to December, you will find antiques, collectibles, home décor, jewelry, purses, bags and more at the Iowa State Fair Flea Market!
Sep 19·10:00 AM
Dozer Day is a one-of-a-kind event where kids not only get to see heavy construction equipment, they get to operate it! Dozer Day offers a festival-type atmosphere where the young and the young at heart get to grab the controls themselves and learn about all aspects of the heavy construction industry.
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What to get
Visitors often look for classic fair food staples like the iconic egg on a stick. The food experience is centered around traditional carnival-style treats found during the 11-day summer festival.food_potoo
What's the vibe
The atmosphere shifts from a bustling, high-energy fairground in August to a versatile event space used for large-scale shows and livestock displays throughout the year. It is a grand, sprawling complex that serves as a massive centerpiece for regional gatherings.ambiance_potoo
What people are saying
Visitors frequently highlight the iconic butter cow and the fun of eating an egg on a stick. The venue is noted for being a wonderful experience with plenty to see and do, especially during the peak fair season.reviews_potoo
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Details
Valley High Manor
3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
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About
While it functions as a hub for auto shows and agricultural exhibitions most of the year, the venue transforms into the center of the state's attention for 11 days in August during the Iowa State Fair. It is a site famous for unique traditions like the carving of the butter cow.story_potoo