Annual Regional Family Friendly

The Mighty Howard County Fair 2026

Jun 24–28, 2026
Cresco, Iowa

3 weeks until the event
Venue Howard County Fairgrounds
Organizer Howard County Agricultural Society
Category Agriculture & Livestock
Open to Public? Yes — public welcome

The Mighty Howard County Fair 2026 Overview

Type
An in-person, five-day regional agricultural fair
Start Date
End Date
Time Zone
Central Time (CT) — local time
Organizer
Howard County Agricultural Society
Venue
Howard County Fairgrounds
220 7th St W, Cresco, IA 52136, United States
Location
Cresco, Iowa, United States
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Category
Agriculture & Livestock
Established
1858
Event Website
mhcfair.com
By the Numbers
50,000+ attendees; 132nd edition; 5 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
Frequency
Annual
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The Mighty Howard County Fair 2026 FAQs

Where is the venue located?

The Mighty Howard County Fair takes place at Howard County Fairgrounds, located at 220 7th St W, Cresco, Iowa.

How can I go there?

DrivingPublic TransportWalking

How can I contact the venue?

Phone: +1 563-547-3400E-mail: tbarnes@mhcfair.comWebsite: mhcfair.com

How can I contact the organizer?

For inquiries, you can reach the organizer by phone at +1 563-547-3400 or by email at tbarnes@mhcfair.com. Visit the official website at mhcfair.com for more details.

What are the event hours?

6:00 am to Midnight All times local (Central Time, CT)

How much is admission?

Free gate admission

How much is parking?

Free

Is it open to the public?

Yes, this event is open to the public and family-friendly with kid activities.

This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.
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