Iowa State Fair replaces Southeast Polk High School with new park-and-ride option

Iowa State Fair trying to make getting in and out easier

The Iowa State Fair is making some changes to try and improve the traffic flow for the one million or so people who visit every year. State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons says one big change will make it easier to park. “We’ll be creating a new entrance into our parking lot at East University Avenue […]

Iowa State Fair replaces Southeast Polk High School with new park-and-ride option

Fairgoers will no longer be able to ride DART buses from Southeast Polk High School.

Iowa State Fair 2026 plans aim to ease parking and traffic woes

'These updates come directly from listening to Fairgoers.'

Iowa State Fair 2026: new parking, free rides to ease congestion

The Iowa State Fair has announced new parking improvements and a free park-and-ride option for 2026 to enhance traffic flow and safety around the Fairgrounds.

Iowa State Fair rolls out 2026 parking, traffic changes

The Iowa State Fair announced several parking and traffic changes for 2026 aimed at improving safety and reducing congestion around the fairgrounds.A new free p

Iowa State Fair announces free Southridge shuttle, new parking changes for 2026

DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Iowa State Fair is rolling out several parking and traffic changes for 2026, including a new free park-and-ride option from Southridge Mall, as leaders try to ease congestion and improve safety around the Fairgrounds. The changes follow a review of traffic patterns from the 2025 Iowa State Fair and feedback [...]