Iowa State Fair Motor Coach Program
E. 30th and E. University
Des Moines, IA 50317
Group offers include free coach parking, complimentary admission for driver and planner, free welcome packet and exclusive coupon book for each passenger and State Fair trivia for the ride. Join us for "State Fair Time" August 13-23, 2009.
Contact Name: Megan Grandgeorge
Contact Phone: 515/262.3111 x335
E-mail: mgrandgeorge@iowastatefair.org
A proud tradition since 1854, the Iowa State Fair is included in the New York Times bestseller, “100 Places to see Before you Die,” and was the inspiration for the novel “State Fair,” three motion pictures and a Broadway musical. Experience nearly 200 mouth watering food choices, fabulous free entertainment and plenty of blue-ribbon competition. The Iowa State Fair is a 2009 American Bus Association Top 100 event and 2009 Discover America Top 200 event.
Special Group Offers: Discount advance admission tickets and packages save time and money on admission, rides, food and beverages when purchased before the Fair. Motor coach group tickets will be available in June and can be purchased from Megan Grandgeorge through July 30, 2009. The Book of Values, a coupon book offering food and drink discounts at concession stands across the Fairgrounds, is offered exclusively to tour groups. Arrangements must be made by July 22, 2009. Free welcome packets, including a map and complete daily schedule will be mailed to planners to help Fairgoers plan their day during the bus ride. Arrangements must be made by July 22, 2009; packets will be mailed July 30, 2009. A Welcome tent with personal greeters who will welcome your group, highlight the day’s activities and assist with any special needs. Free parking for buses and free gate admission for bus drivers in uniform. Complimentary admission ticket for tour planner. Arrangements must be made by July 30, 2009. On Older Iowans’ Day, Wednesday, August 19, buses will be able to drop off/pick up on the inner grounds. On all other days, drop off/pick up point is inside the North Parking Lot. Free trivia is available for fun bus games.
