Come home to the fair
28 Aug 2017
The first Clay County Fair Association was organized in 1917, which means the “The World’s Greatest County Fair” celebrates its centennial this year, September 9-17.
Spencer, Iowa residents can be proud of the fair’s unique legacy. The 2017 Clay County Fair will culminate in a phenomenal party to mark 100 years. Those who have moved away will want to return home for the fair’s big Birthday Bash.
Fair Manager Jeremy Parsons promises a “once-in-a-lifetime event you won’t want to miss,” with “daring thrill acts, comedy, music, and the largest fireworks display ever seen at the Fair.”
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