In a small town in Iowa, the Frake family is preparing for the state fair, an annual event that attracts all the residents of the region with its promise of fun, delicious food, and exciting competitions. The patriarch, an optimistic farmer, dreams of bringing home the first prize for his famous pig, while his wife becomes obsessed with the pie contest. Their children, Margy and Wayne, are ready to discover the love and adventure that the fair can offer them.
Margy, the dreamer of the family, finds herself captivated by a handsome country singer with whom she shares an instant connection, while Wayne, more focused on the situation, gets caught up in a romantic rivalry with a young man who seems to have it all. Throughout the fair, amidst the shows, jugglers, and the bright lights of the Ferris wheel, the Frakes will learn about the importance of family, desires, and how, sometimes, dreams come with a price.
The film is a charming and nostalgic immersion into the spirit of rural American life, where family and love intertwine at every corner of the fair. With cheerful music and an optimistic outlook, the story highlights the pursuit of happiness, the challenges faced by young people searching for their place in the world, and the connection between generations, all set against the delightful backdrop of an event that celebrates life and traditions.