The Indiana State Fair is back August 2-18, 2024! 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 August 1. Save even more on your day at the fair by adding a parking pass and Midway tickets or wristbands.
2024 Indiana State Fair Tickets Presale
The 2024 Indiana State Fair Advance Sale Ticket can be used at any time during the 2024 fair. Tickets are available for $13 each (20% off).
Children 5 years and younger receive free admission.
A parking pass is available at the discounted rate of $8.
The 2024 Indiana State Fair Family Four Pack includes four Indiana State Fair tickets and a parking pass for only $52. The Foodie Family 4 Pack is $100 and includes everything in the standard Family Pack, plus $50 in Fair Bucks.
*Presale ticket offers end after August 1, 2024.
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.
Indiana State Fair Midway Ride & Wristband Discounts
Purchase your Midway wristband before the start of the fair to save $15!
Wristbands are $25 when purchased before the fair opens in August, and $40 at the Fairgrounds. Wristbands are valid on 8/2, 8/7, 8/8, 8/9, 8/14,/ 8/15, 8/16, and 8/18.
$2 Tuesday – August 6 & 13
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.
Use the NEW $5 Value Menu map as your guide to affordable eats around the fair every day! This resource lists items for $5 or less at food stalls around the fairgrounds. This includes milkshakes and grilled cheese sandwiches from the Dairy Bar, a Mini Cup of Dippin Dots, a Family Meal Special (which includes a hot dog, chips, and a drink) from R.E. Smith Food and Drink, and more! Pick up a copy of the map at the Indiana State Fair Information Booth or check online for a digital version.
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 at $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.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
$2 Tuesday
presented by Indiana Secretary of State
$2 admission, $2 midway rides, and $2 concession food specials. $2 Tuesdays at the Indiana State Fair are our favorite!
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Military & First Responders’ Day
presented by Peterman Brothers
First responders, current, and former Military, and their families receive FREE admission with valid ID presented at the gate.
Thursday, August 8, 2024
BMV Indiana State Fair Discount Day
$8 gate admission with printed or digital voucher from IN.GOV/BMV (50% savings on admission)
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
$2 Tuesday
presented by Indiana Secretary of State
$2 admission, $2 midway rides, and $2 concession food specials. $2 Tuesdays at the Indiana State Fair are our favorite!
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
IndyStar Free Ticket
Buy a copy of the IndyStar on Monday, August 12 for a FREE Indiana State Fair ticket, redeemable only on Wednesday, August 14.
Thursday, August 15, 2024
AAA Day
AAA cardholders receive FREE admission with a valid AAA membership card presented at the gate. One valid card per person.
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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Trying to win tickets for me and my son and boyfriend.
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Would be nice if you would make up mind on the date if the free ticket in the star paper.
I looked schedule over in the beginning said Monday the 8th now it says it was the 4th, dang it man!!!
I think you sent this to the wrong organization. We have no say in it.