
America 250 Art Initiative
Learn More: America 250 Art InitiativeConnect families through art as part of your fair’s America250 celebration. The IAFE Education Foundation has commissioned five rural artists to create a series of images around the theme of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To…

2026 IAFE Convention
Learn More: 2026 IAFE ConventionJoin us for the world’s largest gathering of the the fair industry. Share ideas, network, and visit with people from fairs of all sizes.

IAFE Contest Home
Learn More: IAFE Contest Home2026 IAFE Contest 2026 IAFE Contest information is now ready! If you have any questions, please reach out to Anna Wilson at [email protected]. Click below for notable changes! 2026 Contest Changes to Note! Deadline is September 30, 2026 2026 IAFE Contest Divisions Interested in becoming an IAFE Contest Judge? IAFE…
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