Editor’s note: The Farm Progress Show will be Sept. 1-3 in Boone, Iowa. Visit FarmProgressShow.com.
When the gates open at the central Iowa expo for the 2026 Farm Progress Show, it’s like firing up a new town.
This miniature city comes alive with parking, public transportation, emergency services, air-conditioned restrooms, food and various other services. Check out this list to find out more:
Airport transportation. The Boone Municipal Airport is 2.5 miles west of the show site. The Ames Municipal Airport is 8 miles to the east. Both offer a free shuttle service to and from the show. From Boone, no reservations are necessary; from Ames, reservations are required.
Show office. The show office is in the administration building outside the grounds at the south end of Sixth Street (Gate 6) on the south side of the exhibit field.
First aid. First aid stations are located at each end of Sixth Street. Just inside Gate 1, you’ll find an air-conditioned first aid trailer from Boone County Ambulance. At Gate 6, first aid services are set up in the administration building. First aid support is on the showgrounds throughout the day for quick response.
Restrooms. Restrooms are located outside the entrances and within the four food court complexes at the center of each quadrant of the exhibit field. These are easily found by looking for the tall light poles located at the center of each quadrant.
The northeast and southeast restroom facilities are permanent, air-conditioned buildings.
Lost children. If you lose a child, check the nearest first aid station, information booth or show office.
Lost and found. Lost items will be brought to the show office.
Information booths. These one-stop shops offer you information such as last-minute changes to each day’s events. There are seven info booths throughout the grounds, designated on the show map with an i icon.
Handicapped parking. The edge of the exhibit field in the north parking lot has been designated for handicapped parking.
Golf cart rental. Carts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can reserve a cart in advance by contacting M&M Golf Cars LLC at 573-581-8188 or email rentals@mmgolfcars.com.
Security. Security is provided for visitors and exhibitors. These uniformed individuals will ensure your safety and that of the exhibits. However, individuals found to be in violation of laws or vandalizing exhibits will be prosecuted.
Parking. Parking for all vehicles is adjacent to the show site. Remember the row of the lot where you park. It will make finding your vehicle a lot easier at the end of the day. Farm Progress is not responsible for damage to vehicles.
Food and beverages. Food and beverages are offered for sale at the food courts located in each of the four quadrants on the grounds, and near 11th Street and South Avenue.
Admission and show times. Buying your tickets online at FarmProgressShow.com in advance will save you money. An adult ticket at the gate will cost $25, but you can get it online for $15, plus fees, from the online ticket vendor.
Prices remain $10 for ages 13-17, and free for ages 12 and younger. Show hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for all three days.
Transportation. Trams to and from corn harvest and tillage demonstrations run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trams will load on the east end of the showgrounds.