Indiana State Fair Tickets | Free Admission, Discounts, Coupons & Deals for 2025

The Indiana State Fair is back August 1-17, 2025! As you plan your visit, we have tips for saving money at the best fair the Indianapolis area has to offer. Looking for free or discounted Indiana State Fair tickets? Inexpensive midway rides? Deals on concessions and fair food? We have all the info you need!

Indiana State Fair Tickets Discounts

These discounted tickets are available for purchase through July 31. Save even more on your day at the fair by adding a parking pass and Midway tickets or wristbands.

2025 Indiana State Fair Tickets Presale

The 2025 Indiana State Fair Advance Sale Ticket can be used at any time during the 2025 fair. Tickets are available for $14 each (20% off).

Children 5 years and younger receive free admission.

A parking pass is available at the discounted rate of $9.

The 2025 Indiana State Fair Family Four Pack includes four Indiana State Fair tickets and a parking pass for only $57. The Foodie Family 4 Pack is $105 and includes everything in the standard Family Pack, plus $50 in Fair Bucks.

Note that all fees are included in the listed ticket prices, so the price you see online is what you pay. No surprises when you click “Checkout!”

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*Presale ticket offers end after July 31, 2025.

Other Ways to Save on Fair Admission

Pedal and Park Discount & Free Bike Parking

Plan to bike as a family to the fair and save $1 off each admission ticket! Bike parking is free and secure at the racks off the Monon Trail just north of 38th Street. As a bonus, riding your bike lets you avoid paying for vehicle parking! Enter the fair via Gate 1 or Gate 16.

$2 Tuesdays – August 5 & 12

$2 admission, $2 midway rides, and $2 items at every food stall at the fair. 

Military and First Responders Day – August 6

First responders, as well as current and former military get into the fair for free with ID. Even better – those who qualify can also bring their family for free!

BMV Discount Day – August 7

Fill out a printed or digital voucher and show it at the gate to receive $8 admission on August 7 only.

IndyStar Free Ticket – August 13

Be sure to check your copy of the IndyStar on August 11 for a free ticket, valid only on August 13.

AAA Day – August 14

Get free admission when you present your valid AAA card.

Indiana State Fair Midway Ride & Wristband Discounts

Purchase your Midway wristband before July 31 to save 25%!
Wristbands are $33 when purchased before the fair opens in August, and $40 at the Fairgrounds. Wristbands are valid on 8/1, 8/6, 8/7, 8/8, 8/13, 8/14, 8/15, and 8/17.

$2 Tuesday – August 5 & 12
All Midway rides are $2 each! Indiana State Fair tickets and food options at each stand are also available for $2 each on Tuesdays.
No coupon or voucher is required.

Indiana State Fair Food Discounts & Freebies

Pick up your $1 OFF coupon for the beef tent, Dairy Bar, or pork tent from any Glass Barn Volunteer. The Glass Barn is located on the north side of the fairgrounds.

Win free milkshakes and gift cards at the 11 am, 2 pm, and 4 pm farmer chats.

Get a Mini Moo kids meal at the Dairy Bar for $2 off when you claim your coupon here.

Indiana Dairy is happy to fill sippy cups or baby bottles with fresh, cold milk for FREE at the Dairy Bar. Just stop in and ask for your free milk. We’ve done this every year!

Every Tuesday, try special items from fair concessionaires for only $2 on $2 Tuesday.

Indiana State Fair Field Trips Include Group Discounts

School and educational groups of 15 or more can get Indiana State Fair tickets for $7 per child and free admission for teachers through an Indiana State Fair Field Trip Experience. Choose from several self-guided educational experiences to cater the subject matter to YOUR classroom.

Indiana State Fair Field Trips are an opportunity for Classroom and Home Educators to enhance curriculum by utilizing an educational experience that cannot be accomplished in the classroom setting. Learn more about State Fair Field Trips here.

A visit to the Indiana State Fair doesn’t need to break the bank! Experience the animals, agriculture, entertainment, and more with the whole family for amazing prices by utilizing these discounts. With so many things to see and do at this iconic annual event, Indiana State Fair tickets are always a great value. But you can’t argue with free admission or bargains on fair food favorites. We can’t wait to hear about your Indiana State Fair adventures!

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