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One non-resident deer tag good for the 2023-24 or 2024-25 hunting seasons. You select shotgun, bow or muzzle loading. This special deer license consists of one any sex deer license and one anterless only deer license and tag. The game and habitat fee are not included.
Enjoy four nights in either a studio apartment or two bedroom house in Grand River, right in the heart of Iowa big buck country . It is the perfect location to coordinate your hunt for a trophy white tail deer. Both sleep six people are are located near the bar and grill. Additional nights may be added based on availability.
Based on Tim Burton's dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that's out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is "SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!" (Variety). Under its uproarious surface, it's a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!
Enjoy the show with two tickets to the October 4, 2023 production at the Des Moines Civic Center. Your tickets are for Row R, Seats 53-54. This will be a digital ticket transfer.
Equip your kitchen for baking greatness with this Magnolia Baking Starter kit. Made in the USA, this professional grade, five-piece set features a unique, ridged texture to facilitate even air circulation and heat distribution, as well as a safe coating of non-stick silicone that allows your food to release evenly.
The kit includes:
Cassandra Hyatt, a prize-winning State Fair baker and contest judge, offers a two hour baking class for up to four people to improve their baking skills. You can even pick what you'd like to bake. Lesson must oocur by 12/10/2023.
A selection of Iowa State Fair cookbooks will give you many recipes to try.
Keep your brain sharp, learn new things and meet people from a variety of backgrounds with a one-year membership and two free classes of your choice in Drake's Osher Lifelong Learning (OLLI) program. The membership is valid July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.
A Drake OLLI T-shirt is included.
Use a $100 cash card to enroll in additional classes compliments of Bankers Trust.
Master Photographer Katherine McClure delights clients that crave her photography expertise. From the style and concept consultation to the installation of your finished art, Katherine will skillfully guide you through the photography process that will result in a portrait of your loved ones that will cherish forever.
Your session includes:
Start digging with the big boy toys - actual excavators and bulldozers - and learn the artful skill of operating heavy equipment with this package.
Two people can venture to the Iowa Operating Engineers training facility in Indianola to learn how to operate cranes, excavators, dozers and more. Spend up to eight hours on site on a mutually agreeable date. Must be 18 years of age.
Who wants to cook after working all day? Use a $50 Casey's gift card for supper.
There will be beans involved as you judge the Mrs. Grimes Chili Cookoff competition on Tuesday, August 15 at 3:30 pm in the Elwell Family Food Center during the Iowa State Fair. Contestants will create their best chili using at least two cans of Mrs. Grimes beans.
Check out past winning chili recipes with several Iowa State Fair cookbooks.
This package includes admission for two and a parking pass.
Enjoy a one-year family membership to the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens located in scenic Boone County. The arboretum has the largest and most diverse display of plants that can be successfully grown in Iowa.
While visiting the arboretum maybe you'll see and hear the melodious Western Meadowlark. Know what to watch for with this framed image of this native bird singing his heart out.
Feel like a Grand Marshall in the State Fair parade when you ride in a "Blue Ribbon Blue" 1976 Cadillac El Dorado convertible. The parade is on Wednesday, August 9.
A selection of state fair swag to show your love of the Fair as well as a t-shirt pillow.
Enjoy a day at the Fair with two gate admission tickets and a parking pass.
While at the Fair get your caricature drawn. Wildman Caricatures will airbrush two faces in color mounted on chip board at the 2023 Iowa State Fair. The drawings can be done together or separately.
A wooden décor sign with an Iowa State Fair flair. One side says "Our Happy Place - Iowa State Fair" while the other has "Bless this Home & All Who Enter."
Love sushi - why not learn how to make it as well as eat some too? Take a private sushi class for eight people at Waterfront Seafood Market in West Des Moines. Following your lesson, enjoy a sushi dinner and drinks to celebrate what you learned. Can't be used on weekends and must be scheduled by 10/31/23.
Now that you know how to make it, use this collection of Rae Dunn sushi plates and bowls to serve the delicious dish at home.
This package provides you with a great individualized hunting experience featuring pheasants, quail or chukars. Big Springs Shooting Complex near Searsboro will provide a one-day hunt with 50 birds, a guide and dogs. Four hunters along with their dogs can be accommodated.
Select the date of your hunt between September 1, 2023 and March 31, 2024.
A trip to the Des Moines Downtown Farmers Market can be a wonder of discovery. Here's a whole selection of what you might be able to find on a Saturday morning.
Note all the vendors you like in this vintage library book made into a spiral bound journal with art paper accents.
Four Explorer passes to the Grout Museum District in Waterloo, good for admission to all sites consisting of ...
Experience living history with a tour for two of Hansen's Dairy in Hudson, Iowa. See how milk gets from the cow to your table on a farm that has been family owned since 1864. All guided tours include a trolley ride, seeing the milking parlor, creamery, barn, cows, calves and kangaroos plus eating ice cream. Tours run Monday through Saturday until October 31. Reservations are required and must be used by 10/31/23.
$100 in Casey's gift cards for fuel.
A "legendairy" t-shirt pillow continues the dairy theme as does this wooden welcome sign with a cow's face sweet face. The sign is 15" W x 16" H.
Get more than a snapshot of the important friends and family in your life with a 30 minute portrait session with MG Photography in Altoona. After the session you'll receive 15 digital photos. Expires January 2024.
$50 gift card and a Girls Night Out experience at Cindy's Boutique Valley Junction store. All guests receive 20% off one item purchased that night. A pair of soft, gold-colored gloves with a floral print will be a great fall/winter accessory.
Layering is easier than ever with the Kendra Scott Elisa Silver Multi Strand Necklace in Platinum Drusy, featuring an iconic KS pendant pre-styled with a thoughtfully designed double chain. Drusy is the natural crystallization on a rock surface. All of their Drusy is genuine and has a rich sparkling appearance. 0.66"L x 0.38"W pendant, 18"L, 20"L chains + 2" extender
Be a judge of the Tribute to Bessie: Scrumptious Berry Pie contest on Sunday, August 13 at 2:30 pm in the Elwell Family Food Center during the Iowa State Fair. Bessie Heiliger owned Bessie's Bus Depot in Bloomfield and was famous for her hometown cooking. You'll be judging berry pies that must use at least two berries and have a homemade crust.
Sample a blueberry pie to get your tastebuds in training. Gate admission for two and a parking pass.
Enjoy a fried taco dinner and some outdoor fun at the Carroll's 40+ acre homestead by Runnells. The taco meal is for 12 people and the fun can include fishing, paddle boats, wood trails and a bonfire.
Dates are available late Spring - late Fall and subject to mutual availability. Advance reservations required; fishing is catch and release.
Gather your friends for a LUXE Picnic experience. Fully-styled table and seating to fit your occasion, a trash can, Bluetooth speaker and wine bucket. Place settings and drinkware for up to four people. Have more friends to invite? No problem, they will try to accommodate your vision. You can also add on one or several LUXE extras including a bubble tent, balloon arch, umbrella and bar carts.
Know the in's and out's of charcuterie boards to serve at your LUXE picnic after judging the Board Fun contest at the Iowa State Fair on Thursday, August 10 at 9:30 a.m. Entrants will create small charcuterie boards with a jar-cuterie aspect to this contest.
Gate admission for two and a parking pass.
If you like eggs, this is the package for you. Be one of the judges in the "Egg-ceptional Eggs Cooking Contest" on Tuesday, August 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Iowa State Fair. You'll judge entries containing at least four whole eggs in categories such as desserts, deviled eggs, quiches and casseroles.
Enjoy deliciously fresh eggs from Black's Heritage Farm delivered to your doorstep every other week for 13 weeks. Your 2 dozen eggs are from hens allowed to roam outside, eat bugs and grass and scratch in the dirt. Delivery valid for those living in the Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines and Polk City area.
A selection of Iowa State Fair cookbooks will help you find great recipes. Gate admission for two and a parking pass.
Planning a bridal shower in the future? Host the party at The Carriage House at 3232 Hubbell in Des Moines. It's for a 3-hour rental that can comfortably accommodate 50.
Cha Cha's Confections will supply a dozen custom bridal or bachelorette cookies. Expires 12/31/23.
Your bridal party ladies will enjoy these two 12 oz Team Bride stemless wine tumblers and there's a 20 oz bride tumbler with straw too.
A comfortable short kimono robe of silky-soft white satin fabric is embroidered with a gold thread Bride on the back. A perfect choice to wear while getting ready for your big day.
There's also a selection of shooters and champagne gummies to enjoy.
Take in the great outdoors close to home with this personalized package from The Brenton Arboretum in Dallas Center. A one-hour guided hike with the executive director will point out special areas of the arboretum. Then enjoy a two hour behind the scenes tour with the director of horticulture to see what all goes into keeping nature alive and well.
A certificate for a 2' tall swamp white oak tree, colorful guides to Iowa plants and pollinators, a 12"x16" gallery wrap of the sunset over the arboretum plus seeds, a coffee mug and a bypass pruner complete the package.
Attending every day of the Iowa State Fair is a piece of cake when you are camped right outside the gates! Enjoy staying in the NEC lot with full hookups for the duration of the Fair. This lot is along the north side of the Fairgrounds' property.
Two admission wristbands, allowing for 11 days of entry, are included as is a parking pass for your campsite. It's All Good in the Trailer Hood is the saying on this 13 1/2" round, wooden sign.
An Iowa State Fair t-shirt pillow to rest your head on after a long day at the Fair.
Journey to the center of the earth, -well, maybe only 500 ft underground - but be prepared to see a whole new world. Tour Martin Marietta's limestone mining operation in Ames. This is not an experience that is generally available to anyone outside of Martin Marietta! You'll see the massive equipment used underground, the large pillars and roadways created by the mining and maybe be exposed to total pitch blackness for second or two. This tour is available for three people.
This "Journey to the Center of the Earth" framed poster is the perfect souvenir of your mine tour.
Take to the links at one of the area's oldest private golf courses, Hyperion Field Club in Johnston. A gift certificate for a complimentary foursome with carts included. Expires 12/31/2023.
A box of Titleist Velocity golf balls will keep you on the course.
Talons Golf is one course few have the opportunity to play. Here is your chance to experience this beautiful course as part of a foursome for 18 holes with carts. The certificate is good for the 2023 season only which ends on 9/15/23. It also includes a selection of Talons' swag.
One skybox rental including 10 tickets to a 2023 Iowa Cubs game at Principal Park. Food not included and advance reservation is required; subject to availability.
A set of four wood coasters featuring the Chicago Cubs logo.
Two tickets to a 2023-24 regular season Iowa State home men's basketball game of your choice at Hilton Coliseum. Excludes Iowa and Kansas games.
This set of Cyclone fan gear includes two Nike Dri-Fit shirts (S and XL), a Nike Dri-Fit men's L polo shirt and a Thirty-One soft-sided cooler. Plus a Cat's Meow wooden replica of Hilton Coliseum and a 17" x 11" butcher block cutting board with ISU detail.
Home of the John Deere Classic, challenge your golf skills on the wide and rolling course of TBC Deere Run in Silvis, IL. Included is a round of golf for two with green fees and range balls. Valid Monday - Thursday any time and Friday-Sunday after 1pm. Tee times can be booked up to 7 days in advance. Cart fee is $40 per player. Valid through 7/8/2024.
While over in the Quad City area, take in the classic art found in the Figge Art Museum with four admission passes.
$100 in Caseys gift cards for the trip. Swig Life insulated drinkware keeps your cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot. Use these two golf ball themed pieces - a 20 oz tumbler and 20 oz bottle - on or off the course.
A box of Callaway Chrome soft balls so you are well supplied.
Started because of a love of whiskey, Revelton Distilling Co. has become an award-winning distillery in 10 short years. Enjoy more of their story with a tasting and tour for six at their Osceola headquarters. The tours are Saturday or Sunday only and reservations are required. Along with a sampler pack, enjoy a bottle of Revelton's international triple gold medal-winning Honey Whiskey and one of Mulberry Gin.
Enjoy sipping this fine beverage in a set of four rocks glasses or four starburst shot glasses.
For an on-the-go beverage use this 18 oz glass and silicone flask.
This package was pulled together by Elite Expediting who've added in some of their go-to supplies, including two Thirty-One cinch sacks.
While you probably won't find Ben Stiller attending, "A Night at the Museums" is the theme for a 2023 Fair After Dark program, a 21 year and older, exclusive event on Friday, August 11 at 8:00 pm. Enjoy this fun event with two tickets, as well as gate admission for two and a parking pass.
An Iowa State Fair t-shirt pillow commemorates this unique experience.
Create a visual legacy for you and your family with an in-studio portrait session with master photographer and portrait artist Stacy McDonald. Included is a family session with up to 8 people at the studio in Adel and a custom, handcrafted 11 x 14" mounted canvas portrait.
Certificate is valid thru October 8, 2023, is non-transferable and may not include pets.
Explore the town of Winterset. Start with five tickets for the John Wayne Birthplace & Museum.
Four University of Iowa men's single game basketball tickets that are in center court section AA, Row 19. Once games are announced, donor will provide several game dates for winning bidder to select from and provide a parking pass.
Show your Hawkeye pride with this 18" windmill featuring the tiger hawk.
Learn more about Iowa's government with a lunch for up to four people with Secretary of State Paul Pate. Your lunch will take place in the beautiful state capitol and include a tour of the building. The lunch must be scheduled on a mutally agreeable date between July 24 and October 31, 2023.
Enjoy three patriotic coffee mugs.
There's a game in this package that should intrigue just about anyone! Eight games ranging from the classic Monopoly board game to Ultimate Pub Trivia, Fake News or Not? and Scrawl.
Not in a game mood? Work on one of two puzzles, either a 400 or 1000 one. Four decks of playing cards too
if you want a quick game of solitaire for yourself or Euchre for the group.
Be a judge of the Creative Breakfast Cakes on Sunday, August 13 at 1:30 pm in the Elwell Family Food Center during the Iowa State Fair. Entrants are creating a cake for breakfast or brunch that is completely made from scratch, as no commercial mixes are allowed.
Gate admission for two and a parking pass plus a Baking Blue Ribbons book are included.
Winner winner, enjoy fresh fairy cakes with this package made by food contestant and judge Kay Fenton Smith. She's also included a signed copy of Baking Blue Ribbons.
Be active in Ames with:
No Escape Iowa in Ames has five technology rich escape rooms providing an adventure for anyone of any age. Use these five $90 gift cards to select a challenging escape room for you and three friends or apply it to a puzzle building workshop or a practical electronics class.
Two sleeves of Taylormade golf balls will keep you on course.
Enjoy a trip to the Ozarks with a two-night stay at The Lodge of Four Seasons as well as two rounds of golf with carts at either of their two golf courses, The Cove or The Ridge. Valid through 7/31/24.
Use $100 in Casey's gift cards for the trip.
A 15" W x 16" H farmhouse kitchen engraved wooden sign welcomes you back home after your trip.
A box of Srixon Q-Star Tour golf balls to keep you on the course.
Highest bidder will get to schedule an hour-long Discovery Flight with a Certified Pilot Instructor at Exec 1 Aviation in Ankeny! You'll fly in a Skyhawk 172 (single-engine piston) around beautiful Des Moines and central Iowa with a guest of your choosing!
Must be used by 6/30/2024.
An Iowa State Fair t-shirt pillow to commemorate the trip.
Watch the University of Iowa women's basketball team play during the 2023-24 season with four tickets in center court, Section A, Row 3. Once games are announced, donor will provide several game dates for winning bidder to select from plus a parking pass.
Represent the Hawks with a Hawkeye branded basketball signed by the Iowa women's basketball team's coaches plus four Nike t-shirts in sizes S, L and XL.
Take a tour of northwest Iowa by visiting the Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort in Larchwood. You have a one night stay in a standard room. Enjoy two complimentary meals at the casino also. Must be a resort club member to redeem. Valid Sunday through Thursday; black out dates apply. Expires 7/8/2024.
Enjoy a one year subscription to "Our Iowa" magazine. A current issue is included for your enjoyment.
"Our Iowa - Its Beauty, Bounty , Its People" coffee table book, set of notecards and a neighbors t-shirt.
Two Iowa-themed pillowcases allude to your state discoveries and an Iowa State Fair t-shirt pillow proclaims your summer tour.
A $100 Casey's gift card to fuel your adventures plus a couple water bottles.
Get away for the night and relax with food, laughter and chocolate. Passes for four to the Funny Bone Comedy Club and a $50 gift card to Felix & Oscars Restaurant.
A night at Rewind Hotel by Hilton in a standard King or Queen room. Expires 12/30/23 and subject to availability.
A one-pound box of assorted chocolates and two bottles of Lubanzi wine to enjoy in the room.
Always have something to do with this package.
Have plenty of activities to do with your kids.
Enjoy a Cuddles & Snuggles behind-the-scenes experience with the animals in the Animal Learning Center. Select the morning session of your choice and up to six family members can participate. Gate admission for six and a parking pass.
A big, overstuffed pillow featuring an Iowa State Fair t-shirt is perfect to cuddle and snuggle after a day at the Fair.
Cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes at two sporting events during the 2023-24 school year.
The Prairie Trail district of Ankeny is a thriving city within a city. Take some time to discover all it has to offer with this package.
While playing golf you really don't want sand in your toes but it might be okay if you are golfing in Scotland.
Throw a party for your friends and family with this package.
Love the Iowa State Fair? Planning on coming every year? Then this is the package for you.
Buy yourself a Golden Ticket which provides gate admission and parking for one person for the rest of your life. Yep, you'll never have to buy an Iowa State Fair ticket or parking pass for yourself again - ever!
It is as simple as reaching out to the Blue Ribbon Foundation in June and letting us know that you want your wristband and general admission parking pass sent to you.
This print of the Iowa State Fair features five iconic places on the Fairgrounds. Created by local artist Jon Bosley of Bozz Prints, it measures 16" x 20".
Test your paranormal courage by exploring several of Iowa's most haunted places.
Since you have a few overnights, a "Spooky" throw and pillow might be nice to cuddle into - or pull over your head.
This trip will take you all over Iowa, use $200 in Casey's gift cards for gas.
In keeping with our sand in your toes theme, there has to be a package with a beach. We think we've provided one that will knock your socks off!
Pamper yourself with a picnic for eight that you don't have to pull together.
You'll be a cleaning machine with a new Hotsy gas powered pressure washer.
This package is perfect for entertaining groups of friends or clients no matter what time of year!
Jason Aldean won't find a tough crowd when he takes the stage at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand, especially with you and 11 friends in the audience!
Your seats will be in the Spectator Suite located on the west side of stage seating. The suite offers an air-conditioned area, lower level patio seating and deck seating on top. It's the perfect spot to catch the show and hang out with your friends.
The package includes 12 concert tickets and 12 gate admission tickets for Jason Aldean's concert with Corey Kent on Sunday, August 20. This is not a private suite but is limited to 24 people.
Complimentary water and snacks will be provided in the suite.
Start your griddle adventure and expand your grilling possibilities with a flat top griddle made of solid rolled steel.
This Blackstone 4-burner liquid propane outdoor griddle has a 720 sq. inch cooking area allowing you to feed the masses or cook an entire meal on one surface.
The 36" griddle has four independently controlled heat zones allowing you to cook multiple items at different temperatures.
It comes with an electronic ignition system, four tubular burners, a hood, dual folding shelves, magnetic utensil retention strip and pivoting paper towel holder.
Weber grilling utensils, mitt, apron and grilling spray provide all the tools you'll need to get started.
Take pressure off needing to go to the grocery store with this package of locally produced items.
Here's your opportunity to bring a golf cart onto the grounds with a 2023 Iowa State Fair golf cart registration sticker.
Can't decide what concert to go to? Why not all of them?
Come be part of the Church Choir as you enjoy Eric Church's first time headlining at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand.
This camping spot is better than beachfront property because you are camped in the heart of the action!New for 2023, this camping space is located on a concrete pad just north of the Oman Family Youth Inn.
You'll also have several tickets to ride the Sky Glider, Ye Old Mill and the Giant Slide.
Commemorate your 2023 Iowa State Fair with an old-fashioned 8" x 10" portrait for up to four people.
You can select a matted or poster format and get 5" x 7" cameos of each individual. Valid only at the 2023 Iowa State Fair.
A keepsake pillow constructed using an Iowa State Fair t-shirt and "Welcome to Our Campsite - Where Friends and Marshmallows Get Toasted" 13.5" round, wooden sign.
Just in today! Venture to Arrowhead Stadium for the NFL's season opening football game on Thursday, September 7. Watch the Super Bowl champion Chiefs take on the Detroit Lions.
Two tickets in Section 119, Row 30, Seats 1 and 2. These are on the 50 yard-line behind the Chiefs bench and have Locker Room Club access for food and beverage service, which is included with club access.
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