Kick Up Yer' Heels and Throw Back a Few.

Pull up a chair and stay awhile. With live music, cold drinks, homemade grub and plenty of fair-time fun, there’s always something happening at JR’s. Grab a seat, grab a bite and enjoy the show because great entertainment is always on the menu.

Entertainment Schedule

  • Damon Dotson

    08/19 - 8:00 pm

  • Tyler Richton & The High Bank Boys

    08/13 - 8:00 pm

  • Jordan Beem

    08/13 - 5:00 pm

  • River City Opry

    08/14 - 7:30 pm

Loosen up that buckle.

Taste the never-before-seen sweet treats and homemade dishes everyone is talking about this year. (Yep, even that uncle who hates everything.)

Iowa State Fair
Countdown

August 12-22, 2027

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Giddyup!

JR’s SouthPork Ranch is open regular fair hours. Don’t make your stomach wait. Open during the Iowa State Fair 7am-midnight

We’re looking for a few reliable Ranch Hands.

JR's SouthPork Ranch Hands are the friendliest folks this side of the Mississippi. (And they make good money, too.) Do you have what it takes to join our classy and sassy crew during the Iowa State Fair? (We betcha’ do.)

We're Hiring!

  • Bartenders
  • Bar Backs
  • Dish
  • Prep