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2026 Family Fest Event

2026 Family Fest Event

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Spencer, Iowa (Northwest Iowa Now) — Family Fest will be returning to the Clay County Regional Events Center for the 15th year on Saturday, February 28th from 9am to 1pm.

This family event will be free for all to attend and offers several hands-on activities, learning opportunities and fun for all ages. Some of the events include interactive exhibits, imaginative play spaces, and educational experiences designed to engage children, while encouraging quality family time. The public will get to meet local first responders at “Safety City” – sponsored by Spencer Municipal Utilities. “Tiny Town” will also be back – sponsored by Community State Bank. There will also be exhibits by Spencer Hospital and the Spencer Family YMCA.

A limited number of booth spaces are still available. If your business or organization is interested in participating in Family Fest, contact the Clay County Fair and Events Center office for more information.

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