Day Three: Iowa State Fair Photo Gallery

photos by Bryon Houlgrave and Emily Peterson

Day three of the Iowa State Fair is also the first Saturday of the Fair, bringing large crowds and lots of activity, including the iconic moment of crowning this year's Iowa State Fair Queen.  

Henry County Fair Queen Kalayna Durr was crowned the Iowa State Fair Queen on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

 

A Mr. Legs contestant showed off his shapely gams.

 

Participants circle the ring in the FFA Parade of Champions.

 

The Bacon Buddies program returned to the Iowa State Fair for the fourth year, giving individuals with disabilities the opportunity to show a pig in the ring. 

 

The Governor's Charity Steer Show raised funds for the Ronald McDonald House the first Saturday of the Iowa State Fair.

 

The Bandaloni performs at the Iowa State Fair for his small fans.

 

Des Moines Breakerz hit the MidAmerican Energy Stage to show off their moves. 

 

Before - and during - the Sheep Shearing Contest at the Iowa State Fair, where participants strive for a shorn sheep using speed and precision. 

 

Just a couple of the food options at the Iowa State Fair - the free hard-boiled egg offered at the Agriculture Building and roasted corn on a stick.