DES MOINES, Iowa – A fair favorite is making its delicious return! Iowa’s dairy farm families are bringing back the popular Raspberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt to The Dairy Barn at the 2025 Iowa State Fair.
This creamy, fruity frozen treat is the perfect way to cool down during a summer day at the fair and celebrates Iowa’s proud dairy tradition. The Dairy Barn, owned and operated by Iowa dairy farmers, is one of the fair’s most visited concessions. Located just north of the Cattle Barn, the Dairy Barn is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., serving up a full lineup of hand-dipped ice cream and shakes. A second Dairy Barn location inside the Agriculture Building also offers hand-dipped ice cream for fairgoers on the go.
“As dairy farmers, we’re proud to serve up something special for fairgoers each year, and the return of the Raspberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt is no exception,” said Jonna Schutte, an Iowa dairy farmer. “Even if the line gets long, it’s worth the wait because every scoop supports your neighbors and local farm families who care deeply about producing high-quality dairy products. We invite everyone to stop by The Dairy Barn and enjoy a treat made with pride, right here in Iowa.”
Dairy will be featured across the fairgrounds. Don’t miss Iowa’s longest-standing tradition, the iconic Butter Cow, and catch a live milking demonstration at the newly reopened Dairy Viewing Parlor. Additionally, don’t miss the crowning of the next Iowa Dairy Princess, a cherished industry tradition that kicks off the fair. Throughout the two-week event, five Dairy Ambassadors will be on the grounds, ready to answer fairgoers’ questions and share insights about dairy farming, animal care, and more!
“The Iowa dairy community is strong, passionate, and deeply rooted in tradition,” said Amie Bill, Midwest Dairy’s Farmer Relations Manager. “Each year, our dairy farm families look forward to the Iowa State Fair as an opportunity to connect with consumers, share their stories, and showcase the wholesome, delicious products they work so hard to produce. This is one of Iowa’s biggest events and exactly where checkoff dollars should be, building trust and bringing dairy to life for thousands of fairgoers.”
Whether it’s a scoop of Raspberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt or a chance to meet the people behind your favorite dairy products, there’s something for everyone at the Iowa State Fair’s Dairy Barn. For more information about the Iowa State Fair, click here.
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