Plenty of thrills to come this week at the Indiana State Fair

INDIANAPOLIS- The first week of the Indiana State Fair is in the books, with endless spectacular moments, including celebrating all things Indiana and showcasing immersive entertainment and youth competitions. Week one featured appearances by Basketball Stars, Movie Stars, Famous Guitars, and endless memories under the stars.

The State Fair dedicated a new Basketball Court with Pacers Sports & Entertainment, including appearances by Indiana Fever All-Stars Caitlyn Clark, Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Erica Wheeler. In addition, thousands of fairgoers enjoyed a performance by the band Dogstar, featuring international movie star Keanu Reeves. Guitars were abundant, with the Jim Irsay Collection on display and blues legend Buddy Guy performing another free concert.  

Preview of this Weekend’s Indiana State Fair

  • Beautiful Weather Forecast:
    • The weekend’s forecast looks to include beautiful sunny skies with no rain.
  • Plan for Busy Weekends: With the current weather forecast ahead, the State Fair reminds fairgoers to plan their trip in advance and arrive early. Use IndianaStateFair.com to help plan your visit with parking & directional recommendations. Purchase tickets online in advance to help expedite entry.
  • Unaccompanied minor policy update:
    • For fairgoers ages 18 & under, the minor policy begins at 4 pm* on weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) and 6 pm on weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). *new time for weekends
  • Hoosier Lottery Free Stage:
    • Don’t miss this weekend’s free concerts!
      • Friday, August 9th â€“ Bell Biv Devoe at 7:30 pm
      • Saturday, August 10th â€“ FEARLESS: A Taylor Swift Tribute at 7:30 pm
      • Sunday, August 11th â€“ UPDATE: Blessings Offor at 4pm*new show time*
      • Sunday, August 11th â€“ Newsboys at 7:30pm
  • 406 FMX High Air Tour in the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand:

For more information on this weekend’s Indiana State Fair, visit IndianaStateFair.com. The 2024 Indiana State Fair runs through Sunday, August 18th (closed Mondays).

About the Indiana State Fair:

The Indiana State Fair, known as the state’s premier multi-day event, is a vibrant celebration of the Hoosier spirit and agricultural legacy. Over 15 exciting days, it unites communities across Indiana to honor the state’s unique identity and welcomes visitors from far and wide. Renowned for its top-notch entertainment, spotlight on 4-H youth, engaging agricultural education programs, modern facilities, and an array of delicious fare, the Indiana State Fair has been a treasured tradition for Hoosiers for over a century. The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place from August 2nd to August 18th (closed Mondays). For comprehensive event information, ticket details, and attractions, be sure to visit the official website at www.indianastatefair.com.