County Fair Guide

Winneshiek County Fair

Decorah, Iowa

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2026 Dates

July 13–18, 2026

Duration

5 days

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Size

medium

What You'll Find There

Expect livestock judging, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, local food vendors, and the community spirit of Decorah's vibrant Norwegian-American culture.

Local Tips

Decorah is in Winneshiek County in the Driftless Area — the city is home to Luther College and the Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum, the most comprehensive Norwegian-American museum in the world.

The Fair

Decorah is home to the Winneshiek County Fair, which is a five-day mid-July celebration in the Norwegian-American heartland of northeastern Iowa, drawing 32,000 visitors to the scenic bluff city of Decorah.

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