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Marketed as "The Best Five Days of Summer," the Plymouth County Fair is consistently cited as one of the largest county fairs in Iowa, with attendance holding in the six-figure range every year. Friday is traditionally the biggest single day, drawing roughly 30,000 visitors on its own.
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Le Mars is in Plymouth County and is home to Wells Enterprises, makers of Blue Bunny ice cream — the city officially holds the title "Ice Cream Capital of the World" and the Ice Cream Capital of the World Visitor Center is a must-visit.
About Plymouth County Fair
Held annually in Le Mars, the Plymouth County Fair is a five-day late-July through early-August celebration in northwestern Iowa, drawing over 112,000 visitors to the Ice Cream Capital of the World. Established in 1941, the fair has served as a community gathering point for generations.
What to Expect
Expect excellent livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, local food vendors, and the community spirit of one of Iowa's most well-attended county fairs.
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