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Friday schedule at Indiana State Fair

The Indiana State Fair cotinues with a full slate of activities on Friday, August 18.

 

Today is Military and First Responders’ Day Presented by Peterman Brothers. First responders, current and former Military, and their families receive FREE admission with valid ID.

 

 

Tip off the final weekend of the Great Indiana State Fair by attending the Taste of the Fair winner announcement happening at 10am.

 

Buddy Guy is an iconic blues singer known for his electrifying guitar skills, soulful vocals, and profound influence on the genre. Come see him live on the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage at 7:30PM.

 

 

 

The World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales are here for the final week of the Great Indiana State Fair. Don’t miss seeing and interacting with these amazing animals.

 

 

 

For the best routes and options for getting to the State Fair, visit IndianaStateFairParking.com

 

Featured Farmers: At Ease Orchard

Joe Ricker from Hancock County

Speciality: Apples, Bees

 

 

18 Days of Basketball

Indiana Coaches: Honoring all the coaches that help teach the game they love – from youth and middle school to high school and college teams

 

  • 6-8PM – Four Pacemates and Two Hype Crew
  • Time TBD – Jack Keefer in Harvest

 

8AM, 5PM

Belgian and Haflinger Draft Horse Show

Indiana Farmers Coliseum & Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion

Watch these fantastic horses march in for a fascinating competition today at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum. See who will become the championship of the Belgian and Haflinger Hitch.

9AM

Honoring Our Veterans: A Special Flag Raising Ceremony

Pioneer Village

Join us for this special flag raising ceremony as we honor our veterans.

9AM-9PM

Space Ham: An Augmented Reality Experience

Main Street

 

Float into the world of Space Ham- the Indiana State Fairs first -ever augmented reality experience! Use your phone to scan the QR code to meet Hammy and his team. Space Ham uses the camera on your phone to transport you to a unique outer space arena filled with Hammy’s friends and activities. Explore this amazing exhibit and see something truly out of this world! Open to all ages.

 

9AM-9PM

Pacers Sports and Entertainment Exhibit

Harvest Pavilion

 

Experience the excitement of the Pacers Sports & Entertainment Exhibit at the Indiana State Fair! Immerse yourself in the world of Indiana’s beloved Pacers, Fever, Mad Ants and Pacers Gaming. Interact with players, coaches, life-size bobble heads, and more! A must-see for all basketball fans – open everyday day of the Fair, in the Land of Legends in Harvest Pavilion.

 

9AM-9PM

Land of Legends: Indiana’s Basketball Legacy

Harvest Pavilion

Discover the rich story of Indiana basketball at the State Fair! Bring the whole family to explore the history, players, and moments that make Hoosier Hoops legendary.

11AM, 2PM

The Canine Starts Stunt Dog Show

West Pavilion

Watch man’s best friend do amazing tricks and obstacle runs starting now and going through the rest of the fair! See some amazing dogs do some amazing things, today!

11:30AM, 12:30PM, 3PM, 6PM, 7:30PM

Swifty Swine Racing Pigs

Main Street

You can’t see pigs fly but you can see ‘em RACE! You haven’t lived until you’ve seen these sprinting piggies compete for the Oreo cookie grand prize! Check out the races in the west lost of the Communications Building on Main Street!

 

12PM, 4:30PM, 6PM

Otter Adventure

MHS Family Fun Park

Come take a splash with this up-close-and-personal talent show from the sweetest creatures on the Fairgrounds!

1:30PM, 4PM, 5:30PM, 7PM

Xpogo: Extreme Pogo Stunt Team

The Backyard

 

You won’t want to miss The Xpogo Stunt Team- competitors on two seasons of Americas Got Talent! Jumping over 9 feet in the air on next generations pogo sticks while throwing down flips and incredible tricks, Xpogo will THRILL you ‘til the final bounce.

 

3PM, 5PM, 6:30PM, 8PM

Fire Guy

Main Street

 

Come see the ultimate expert in Fire Juggling, Fire Eating, Fire Breathing and Fire Performing. He also provides an amazing custom light show utilizing specialized L.E.D. lighting.

 

7:30PM

 

Indiana State Fair Championship Rodeo

Hoosier Lottery Grandstand

Come and watch amazing rodeo skills at the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand tonight! Watch this thrilling rodeo championship for $5 admission tickets tonight at 7:30.

7:30PM

Buddy Guy

Hoosier Lottery Free Stage

 

Come see Buddy Guy, a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to the city’s halcyon days of electric blues.

 

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