Here's a riddle: What has been around for almost 200 year and features some of the finest foods from deep-fried Twinkies to deep-fried butter? The answer is simple—state fairs. Although the first s...

Located 500 miles from the nearest state, Alaska is a bit of an enigma to most Americans. It’s part of the US, yet feels completely otherworldly. With incredible landscapes and attractions you’d ne...

Aah the state fair. The place to gorge yourself on turkey legs the size of your head, fried foods, and celebrate true Americana. And the premier place to do it? Iowa. One of the oldest and largest ...

If fried and greasy are your friends, welcome to heaven.

Known as the “Show Me State,” Missouri intends to do just that – show you amazing sights and geological wonders. But with eight states bordering it, its neighbors often eclipse the best cities and ...

We’ve all heard the saying, “Everything’s bigger in Texas.” It not only feels true, thanks to the sheer size of the state, but it IS true, if the food, football and festivities are any indication. ...

While we hate to say goodbye to summer, there's something about the crisp fall air and changing of the leaves that starts the school year out right. Fall festivals are ripe with outdoor concerts, d...