Iowa State Fair tractor pull, demolition derby and stock car race tickets available

Antique Tractor Pull, Short Course UTV & ATV Cup , Charros , Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls, Iowa's Electric Utilities Lineman Rodeo , Demolition Derby , Figure 8 Races, Where is Elwell Family Fun Park? , How do I buy tickets?

Heart-pounding stock car races. Action-packed demolition derbies. Vibrant Charros performances. Stunning tractor pulls. And gravity-defying linemen going head-to-head in a utilities rodeo for the ages.

All these events and even more dirt, speed and agility are set to return to the Elwell Family Park during this year's Iowa State Fair. Over eight days, the northwestern corner of the fairgrounds will come alive with the best in outdoor entertainment, including fast-paced Figure 8 races, two days of the Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls and the ultimate display of Latino horsemanship with two exciting Charros shows.

Antique Tractor Pull, Short Course UTV & ATV Cup , Charros , Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls, Iowa's Electric Utilities Lineman Rodeo , Demolition Derby , Figure 8 Races, Where is Elwell Family Fun Park? , How do I buy tickets?

Tractor pull

Some events call for interested participants to register and others require tickets, which are on sale at a discount now. Check out the schedule and details below, and visit iowastatefair.org for more.

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Antique Tractor Pull

Tractor pulling is a competition in which a modified tractor's strength and its driver's agility is pushed to the limit by pulling a weighed-down sled or "drag." The tractor that pulls the drag the furthest wins.

  • 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7. Gates open at 9 a.m.
  • Free
  • Participants can register at iowastatefair.org.

Short Course UTV & ATV Cup

All-Terrain Vehicles and Utility Task Vehicles race on a short track that features sharp turns, jumps and obstacles.

  • 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. Gates open at 9 a.m.
  • Free
  • Participants can register at iowastatefair.org.

Charros

A traditional Mexican equestrian performance, Charreria combines expert horsemanship with beautiful costumes and complex artistry.

  • Noon and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10. Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Free
Antique Tractor Pull, Short Course UTV & ATV Cup , Charros , Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls, Iowa's Electric Utilities Lineman Rodeo , Demolition Derby , Figure 8 Races, Where is Elwell Family Fun Park? , How do I buy tickets?

Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls

Truck and tractor pulling are competitions in which a modified tractor or truck's strength and its driver's agility is pushed to the limit by pulling a weighed-down sled or "drag." The tractor that pulls the drag the furthest wins. The Outlaw contests will feature different vehicles or classes on each show day.

Day one:

  • Noon. Tuesday, Aug. 12. Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Schedule: Modified 2WD Trucks; Pro 4x4 Trucks; Light Limited Pro Stock Tractors; Limited Pro Stock Tractors; Light Super Stock Tractors; Light Limited Modified Tractors
  • Tickets required. Adult admission is $25 in advance or $30 during the fair, and child admission is $20 in advance or $25 during the fair. Learn more at iowastatefair.org.

Day two:

  • Noon. Wednesday, Aug. 13. Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Schedule: 3.0 Diesel Trucks; Modified 4WD Trucks; Ag – Light Super Stock Tractors; Diesel Super Stock tractors; Super Farm Tractors; 540 Tractors; Pro Stock Tractors; Modified Tractors
  • Tickets required. Adult admission is $25 in advance or $30 during the fair and child admission is $20 in advance or $25 during the fair. Learn more at iowastatefair.org.

Iowa's Electric Utilities Lineman Rodeo

Utility linemen compete against one another in a series of events based on skills they use in their everyday work, including pole climbing and jumper replacement. This is a new event this year.

  • 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15. Gates open at 7 a.m.
  • Free

Demolition Derby

Cars try to out maneuver one another — and, yes, ram directly into each other — until only one is left operational.

  • Noon. Saturday, Aug. 16. Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Tickets required. Adult admission is $15 in advance or $20 during the fair and child admission is $10 in advance or $15 during the fair. Learn more at iowastatefair.org.

Figure 8 Races

Stock cars race on the dangerous 8-shaped track.

  • Noon. Sunday, Aug. 17. Gates open at 11 a.m.
  • Tickets required. Adult admission is $15 in advance or $20 during the Fair and child admission is $10 in advance or $15 during the Fair. Learn more at iowastatefair.org.
Antique Tractor Pull, Short Course UTV & ATV Cup , Charros , Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pulls, Iowa's Electric Utilities Lineman Rodeo , Demolition Derby , Figure 8 Races, Where is Elwell Family Fun Park? , How do I buy tickets?

Where is Elwell Family Fun Park?

Located in the northwest corner of the fairgrounds, Elwell Family Fun Park is an outdoor arena that features bleachers and covered seating. Concessions and restrooms are available on site.

How do I buy tickets?

Courtney Crowder is the Register's Iowa Columnist and main reporter at the Iowa State Fair. Send story ideas to [email protected] or leave a message at 515-284-8360

This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Iowa State Fair tractor pull, demolition derby and stock car race tickets available

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