Day 2: Iowa State Fair Photo Gallery
On the second day of the 2025 Iowa State Fair, our crews were putting together features for a variety of contests while fairgoers were enjoying ugly cakes and big animals.
On the second day of the Iowa State Fair, a team of tractors parade down the street.
The Bandaloni, a time-honored tradition at the fair, performs daily to smiling children and adults alike.
The largest pumpkin at the 2025 Iowa State Fair not only won today, but it also set a fair record at nearly 100 lbs. more than the last record-holding pumpkin.
The Ugliest Cake Contest draws a lot of attention - and a fair amount of disgust - over its ugly designs, like the 7-11 age group winner featured here depicting a "Bed bug dirty mattress."
Nothing like a little grooming at the Iowa State Fair to ensure an animal's show ready.
Skyglider riders enjoying the view on what may be the hottest day the fair sees this year.
Glass artists showcase their craft to fairgoers near Pioneer Hall.
The DNR Building is always a stop for families for a number of reasons, including peering at the fish that line the inside of their space.
The Grand Concourse turned into a retro dream today at the Iowa State Fair with the Classic Car Display.
Smiles abound at the fairgrounds on the first Friday of the Iowa State Fair.
Contestants raced the clock in the Iowa State Fair Best Bagger Contest, where precision, speed, and strategy decide who’s the ultimate grocery pro.
There were smiles galore on the rides on the second day of the Iowa State Fair.
Can you ID this weed? Contestants have been guessing various weeds in a contest that the fair has held nearly 40 years in a row.
Family-friendly performers at the fair's Fun Forest offer kids of all ages entertainment.
Judah took home the title of Big Ram, weighing in at an impressive 505.5 lbs.