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.
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For the best routes and options for getting to the State Fair, visit IndianaStateFairParking.com |
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Featured Farmers: At Ease Orchard Joe Ricker from Hancock County Speciality: Apples, Bees
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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
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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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