The 2026 Indiana State Fair kicks off Friday, and there are plenty of free concerts to keep you entertained at the Indiana State Fairgrounds this year.
Here is what to know about this year’s Indiana State Fair concert lineup, events schedule, tickets, food menu and more:
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Here’s a schedule of the free concerts available with paid admission upgrades announced so far for 2026:
Upgrade seats are available from $60 to $120 per ticket.
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Indiana State Fair schedule 2026
Download the full slate of events and happenings at www.indianastatefair.com.
2026 Indiana State Fair food: Taste of the Fair menu
Visit indianastatefair.com for a complete list of Taste of the Fair food items for 2026, and stay tuned for the $5 value menu.
2026 Indiana State Fair dates: When is the Indiana State Fair this year?
The Indiana State Fair begins Friday, Aug. 7, and ends Sunday, Aug. 23.
2026 Indiana State Fair location
The Indiana State Fairgrounds are located at 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis.
2026 Indiana State Fair ticket prices: How much does Indiana State Fair admission cost?
Indiana State Fair general admission tickets are $18 at the gate. Children ages 5 and younger are free. Advance discount tickets are available online for $14 apiece through Aug. 6.
2026 Indiana State Fair discount tickets
A family four-pack plus a parking pass is $57, and a foodie family four-pack with a parking pass and $50 in food vouchers is $105.
Other discounts during the fair include:
2026 Indiana State Fair attractions: What’s new at the Indiana State Fair this year?
Here’s a look at what’s new at the Indiana State Fair for 2026:
2026 Indiana State Fair rides: How much does the Indiana State Fair Midway cost?
The Midway is the place to be for amusement park rides and games. Unlimited ride wristbands are available for select days for $40 each at the fair or can be purchased online in advance for $30 before 11:59 p.m. Aug, 6. There is a $3 processing fee, and no refunds for tickets bought in advance. Wristbands are not sold onsite after 8:30 p.m. or accepted after 10 p.m.
Wristband days are limited to noon to 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, noon to 11 p.m. Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23. Wristbands are not accepted for the Ball State Skyride.
Individual ride tickets are 50 cents each. Multiple tickets may be required for a ride. The Ball State Skyride costs $7.50, or 15 ride tickets. All rides cost $2 on Tuesdays except for the Ball State Skyride.
2026 Indiana State Fair hours: What time does Indiana State Fair open, close?
Indiana State Fair gates are open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday, Friday and Saturday; and from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.
The time of last entry into the fair is at 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Building and exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Midway hours are noon to 11 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday; and special 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. hours Sunday, Aug. 23. The fair is closed on Monday.
2026 Indiana State Fair parking
There are several locations to consider for parking at the Indiana State Fair:
2026 Indiana State Fair minor policy: What time do hours of supervision start for minors at Indiana State Fairgrounds?
The Indiana State Fair minor policy requires minors under the age of 18 to be accompanied by a chaperone 25 years of age or older, a legal guardian, or a parent each evening during the fair. The hours start at:
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Indiana State Fairgrounds map
Visit indianastatefair.com for a detailed venue map of buildings and exhibits.
Chris Sims is a trending reporter at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.
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