Iowa State Fair 2026 Food Contenders | Des Moines News

Get ready to taste-test the future of fair food—next year’s Iowa State Fair drops three jaw-dropping new contenders: Porky Parm Gnocchi, All-American Scrambled Egg Roll, and Ultimate Minneapple Pie. Plus, a patriotic twist with the Best Red, White, and Blue Food Award, won by “Over the Top.” Fairgoers get to vote for the ultimate winner, and the fair runs August 13–23, 2026. A savory-sweet showdown you won’t want to miss. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e63b5097c67f1f2e