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Iowa State Fair Schedule for Saturday: Meet Your State Fair Queen, SNL in Person

See times for events, shows, and happenings that be going on Aug. 10, day three of the 11-day 2013 Iowa State Fair.

Don't miss day three of the 2013 Iowa State Fair!

Each day of the fair, which runs Aug. 8-18, is packed with fun events for the entire family, and this day is no exception.

So to make your life easy, we'll be highlighting some of the best fair events each day. Take our word for it or check out the full calendar, but the point is – don't miss out.

Saturday Grandstand Event

Dana Carvey, Dennis Miller & Kevin Nealon from SNL
When: 8 p.m.
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Calendar of Events

Fairview Stage

7 & 9 p.m. Rumley Brothers

Anne and Bill Riley Stage

7 p.m. Iowa State Fair Queen Coronation

Budweiser Stage

8 p.m. Blackhawk

Susan Knapp Ampitheatre

8 p.m. James Wesley

Fun Forest Stage

11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m.  Mama Lou: American Strong Woman

11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. The ReCycle Show

Noon, 2 & 4 p.m. VSA Iowa Presents


Should you eat before you go? Why WOULD you? Check out a list of all specialty foods at the fair this year.

The midway is open 10 a.m. to Midnight each day of the Fair. For ticket and Play Pack information, check here.

Have a secret hidden talent? Check out this list of Iowa State Fair contests. Maybe you could be a winner if you go to the fair today.


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