Thousands of fairgoers attended the Iowa State Fair to partake in a variety of activities over the last nine days.
This year marked the fiftieth anniversary of the Sky Glider Ride.
Next year’s state fair is set for Aug. 7-17.
Fairgoers watch the glider ride during day eight of the Iowa State Fair at the Iowa state fairgrounds in Des Moines on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024.