Where can you see people eat pies at high speeds and yodel in the same space? At the Iowa State Fair, of course.
The eighth day of the State Fair is full of wacky contests and more. Not to mention a multi-platinum album rock band will take to the Grandstand in the evening. Here’s everything you need to know about Thursday, Aug. 14, at the State Fair.
What’s the forecast for Thursday at the Iowa State Fair?
Thursday will be sunny with a high of 85 degrees. Light winds from the southeast could range from 5 mph to 10 mph. Thursday evening is expected to have clear skies, with a low of 66 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
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Who’s playing the Grandstand on Thursday at the Iowa State Fair?
Def Leppard is taking the Grandstand stage on Thursday, Aug. 14, with Phil X & The Drills as a special guest. Tickets to see the English rock band range from $69 to $134, according to the Iowa State Fair website.
Kate Kealey is a general assignment reporter for the Des Moines Register. Reach her at kkealey@registermedia.com or follow her on Twitter at @Kkealey17.
This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Your Iowa State Fair guide for Thursday, Aug 14: Contests, concerts and more
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