County Fair Guide

Monona County Fair

Onawa, Iowa

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2026 Dates

July 7–12, 2026

Duration

6 days

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Size

small

On the Midway

Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, local food vendors, and the community spirit of Monona County's river-bottom farming tradition.

What to Know

Onawa's Monona County Fair is a six-day early-July celebration in the Missouri River valley of western Iowa, drawing 7,000 visitors to the agricultural communities of Monona County.

Before You Go

Onawa is in Monona County on the Missouri River — the Loess Hills rise dramatically to the east of the river valley, and the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail passes through the county.

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