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One-time contests like cow chip throwing were on Wednesday's schedule alongside daily delights like the Red Trouser Show.

The Iowa State Fair continues with an agricultural focus with shows like the 4H swine judging, food fun with displays in the Elwell Family Food Center and thrills with the truck and tractor pull.

The only Monday of the Iowa State Fair was filled with sweet music, a parade honoring the armed forces, plenty of art on display and more. 

The Des Moines Breakerz breakdancing company lit up the MidAmerican Energy Stage in front of a big crowd.

The first Sunday of the Iowa State Fair brought milder weather but plenty of heat with monster arm wrestling, plus the Great Iowan Recipe food contest, mini horse yoga and more.

Enjoy photo highlights from this year's Iowa State Fair Queen Coronation, featuring county queens from across the state.

Day three of the Iowa State Fair is also the first Saturday of the Fair, bringing large crowds and lots of activity.

The first Friday of the Fair always brings Cowboy Mounted Shooting; we also saw some ugly cakes, big pumpkins, sheep contests and more!

There's plenty of room at the Iowa State Fair’s table for vegetarians - check out some of the food options for your visit.

The first day of the Iowa State Fair featured big animals, historic tours, food contests and more.

The Iowa State Fair parade on Aug. 9 had all the action - see the highlights and watch the entire program!

If your family is looking for something unique to do this summer, check out these eight unconventional activities located across the state of Iowa.