
10 Easy Ways You Can Save Money at the 2025 Indiana State Fair
The 2025 Indiana State Fair runs from Friday, August 1, through Sunday, August 17 (closed Mondays), bringing 15 days of summer fun that won’t empty your wallet. With concerts, carnival rides, deep-fried delights, and a plethora of adorable farm animals, the Fair already delivers on entertainment, but these money-saving options make it even sweeter.
Score Big Savings Before You Even Arrive
Here are some ways to save before you even set foot on the Fairgrounds!
- 20% off admission and parking if you buy before July 31 at 11:59 PM ET
- Midway wristbands are discounted by 38% for thrill seekers (valid select days)
- Family Four Pack: 4 admissions + parking pass for 30% off gate price
- Foodie Family Four Pack: Same deal, PLUS $50 Fair Bucks to spend on food (excluding midway vendors)
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Plan Your Visit Around These Special Discount Days
You can save even more by planning your visit around these special days.
- $2 Tuesdays (Aug 5 & 12): Admission, rides, and select snacks—all just $2
- Military & First Responders Day (Aug 6): FREE admission with valid ID
- BMV Discount Day (Aug 7): Just $8 admission with voucher from IN.gov
- IndyStar Free Ticket Day (Aug 13): Clip the voucher from the Aug 11 edition
- AAA Day (Aug 14): Flash your AAA card and stroll in FREE
Delicious Deals on Fair Food
You can imagine how easy it is to spend too much $$ on food when there are so many delicious options. That’s why smart snackers take advantage of these savings.
- $5 Value Menu: Score select eats for $5 or less
- $2 Tuesday Concessions: Every vendor offers a tasty treat for just $2
ALSO READ: Indiana State Fair Unveils 40 New Tasty Menu Items to Try in 2025
Even More Ways to Save at the Fair
- Bike to the Fair: Save $1 per person and park for FREE
- Free tractor shuttle rides keep you cruising in comfort

So grab your calendar, round up the family, and get ready to experience the best value-packed event of the summer. The Indiana State Fair is where fun meets frugal—and it’s calling your name!
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