Indiana State Fair Celebrate's The Wonderful World of Food

We're just a few weeks from one of our favorite events of the year that celebrates farmers - the Indiana State Fair. The fair will run August 4th thru 20th, and shares sweet and savory food and more to sample. This year's theme invite's us to celebrate the Wonderful World of Food with an abundance of activities, festive events and entertainment.

Whatever type of food you like you'll discover samples, cooking demonstrations, food eating contests, fun recipes to inspire you're creations in the kitchen or at the backyard BBQ. Be sure to check the Indiana State Fair website or app for daily specials throughout the fair because each day will represent a different food. We know a lot of our friends will be there on opening day of Aug. 4th for Deep Fried Food Day.

Concerts At The Chevrolet Silverado Free Stage

One of the highlights of the State Fair are the Free Concerts at the Chevrolet Silverado Free Stage, and there are some big names come to the Fairgrounds this year. Among the amazing performers and musicians schedule to appear are George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Bret Michaels: The Party Starts Now Tour, Dashboard Confessional with The All-American Rejects, An Evening with Montgomery Gentry, the Pepsi Indiana Music Festival featuring The Why Store, The Easthills, Bigfoot Yancey, and Against The Clocks, the soul lifting Gospel Music Festival will be headlined by Anthony Brown and Kierra Sheard, and many more musical acts will take the stage. And, you can save even more on your tickets by purchasing your Indiana State Fair tickets early!

Indiana State Fair Adds NEW Subaru Skyride

Each year the Indiana State Fair presents new and fun sites to see, and they're taking us sky high this season with the addition of the NEW Subaru Skyride. Get your camera's ready for some stunning shots of the Fairgrounds as you're carried upward aboard this ski chairlift ride that rises almost 35 feet above the ground. “We are always seeking new opportunities to offer our Fairgoers the best possible experience, and we believe this new attraction accomplishes that,” said Cindy Hoye, Executive Director of the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. “We are grateful for the support of NAME for their investment in this endeavor and Subaru’s continued partnership with the Fair.”

Did You Know? - Subaru vehicles are made in Lafayette, Indiana - another great Indiana tradition.

Fun Events At The Hoosier Lottery Grandstand

Look for many fun events to be held at the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand like the Light Up the Night Illuminated Tractor Parade and Hot Air Balloon Night Glow on opening night of Aug. the 4th. There will also be Harness Racing, the Cheer-leading Competition, the Blue Ribbon Radio Controlled Racing, and much more, which are all Free Events to enjoy at the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand during the Indiana State Fair.

Get your Tickets To Indiana State Fair Tickets

Be sure to download the Indiana State Fair App or check in at their website daily for the full schedule of activities, program, concerts, and other events to experience throughout the fair. For tickets, events, and schedules for the Indiana State Fair visit their website.

Plan your Trip To Indianapolis, and Beyond

To see what's new and exciting to do in Indy, as well as find attractions and restaurants, and other sites to see around the state of Indiana visit the Indianapolis Convention and Visitor's Bureau at https://www.visitindy.com/ or visit Indianapolis Downtown Inc. at http://www.downtownindy.org/.

To explore more of Indiana, and find maps, learn about upcoming events, festive, sports, and much more go to Visit Indiana https://visitindiana.com/.

Photo Credits: Indiana State Fair