DES MOINES, Iowa — Fairgoers on Friday will be treated to lots of sunshine and temps near 90° by mid-afternoon, but you can be sure there are plenty of cool treats nearby.
It is the fair after all.
Day 2 will see more 2024 presidential candidates hit the fairgrounds, such as North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Former Vice President Mike Pence and Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
Gates open at 8 a.m. each day at the fairgrounds.
Local 5 and CW Iowa 23 are bringing exciting 2023 Iowa State Fair experiences to you, from live newscasts to an interactive Local 5 Weather Lab experience. Come see us in front of the Administration Building (Grand Concourse) each day between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.
- TONIGHT ON THE GRANDSTAND: Tyler Hubbard
- TONIGHT'S FREE CONCERTS: Blake Guyre (Tribute to Elton John/Billy Joel)(Susan Knapp Ampitheater), Rockland Road (Anne and Bill Riley Stage), The Nadas (MidAmerican Energy Stage)
Friday's theme is "Iowa 4-H Day," where youth from across the state showcase their livestock, horticulture and art projects.
"[4-H] has given me more confidence in myself and I've been able to learn more skills through it," said Caydi Schafer, a 4-H member from Harrison County. "We contribute to some nonprofit organizations, and through 4-H, are able to better them and get them more attention."
"It means a lot, especially because I worked really hard to get here and not many kids from my county get selected to be here the way I am," Sophia Costello, a Clinton County 4-H member, said. "It means a lot to me."
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