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During 2012 we will be “Celebrating the Hoosier Spirit”, utilizing the 17 day Indiana State Fair as a platform to highlight our great state's fortitude. As a showcase for youth, agriculture and education in an entertaining environment, 2012 will be a shining example of the pride we share each summer from the county fairs to our great Indiana State Fair.

Programming:

  • 'Year of Dairy Cows!' presented by American Dairy Association of Indiana will be a highlighted feature to celebrate all that is great about this powerhouse Indiana commodity. From the industry standpoint to competitions / exhibits / interactive activities, visitors will be surrounded by the dairy industry.

 

  • The DuPont Food Pavailion - Formerly known as the Pioneer Our Land Pavilion, this large exhibit building at the end of Main street is packed with native Indiana foods, cooking demonstrations and a marketplace for folks who want to take their favorite Indiana foods home.  Fairgoers can learn how to make healthy food choices and find out how to help feed the hungry.  Indiana commodity groups and food manufacturers will offer samples throughout the entire run of the fair! Funded in part by the LDI 100th Anniversary Celebration Cultural Partnership Gift Program.

 

  • Bankers Life Fieldhouse Free Shuttle – This year’s biggest State Fair concerts are taking place downtown at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, and that means concert goers have much more flexibility to attend the fair.  Concert ticket holders can attend the fair on any of its 17 days, not just the day of the concert.  For those who do attend both on the same day, however, a free shuttle service from the fairgrounds to the Fieldhouse can be boarded near the Fairgrounds east gate on Fall Creek Parkway. Visit here for the complete lineup.

 

  • Ciao Italia – In partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the Indiana State Fair presents “Ciao Italia” in the International Pavilion (Grand Hall).  This 17-day exhibit features food, facts and fun aspects of Italy and its longstanding connections with Indiana.  A special focus is on Clinton, Indiana, with its tremendous Italian population and its popular Little Italy Festival that draws tens of thousands of people each year.

 

  • Family Fun Park will be the site of new family entertainment including: MHS presents Flippenout MHS - an extreme trampoline show; Bixby's Rainforest Rescue starring Iago presented by Indiana WIC, Indiana State Breastfeeding Coalition & Nurse-Family Partnership is an environmental focused show with live, exotic animals. The popular Little Hands on the Farm presented by CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan and pony rides will return.

 

  • Cowtown USA – Perfect for the “Year of Dairy Cows,” this exhibit gives visitors to the Family Fun Park the chance to hand-milk a real cow and participate in the pasteurization process. Participants can take part in creating cheese, butter and ice cream.  Even better, they get to sample these “homemade” delights when they’re done!

 

  • Free Stage – The good times and festive atmosphere will be non-stop at the stage this year as programming extends from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day!  Known for its consistent line-up of rising country stars, the stage includes more family entertainment and specialty programs than ever before. Visit here for a complete lineup.

 

  • Hoosier Lottery Grandstand will be the site for a full array of motorsports throughout the State Fair including the Monster Truck Nationals, Tractor Pulls, Demolition Derby and the huge IndyMile Motorcycle Race (which happens concurrently with the IMS' GP MotoRace weekend). Visit here for a complete lineup.

 

  • SuperDogs presented by Lucas Oils' Protect the Harvest – Unbelievable tricks, uncontrollable energy, aerial stunts and infectious laughter are all part of this fabulous family show in the Dow AgroSciences Celebration Park.  More than a dozen highly trained canines run, jump and retrieve in a huge 100’ X 25’ arena during four daily shows throughout the fair.

 

  • Xtreme Action Sports Show presentedy by Voice – The thrill-packed world of BMX, Skateboarding and Freestyle Motocross will be in the spotlight when stars of all these sports perform in the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand Friday, Aug. 10.  Fans can see X-Games Gold medalists riding, jumping and flying through the air in choreographed routines complete with high-energy music and unbelievable stunts during two free shows.

 

  • Multi-Day Admission Ticket – For the first time ever, the Indiana State Fair is offering a multi-day admission ticket that will allow people to visit the fair on multiple days for one low price.  The ticket costs $18 and is good one admission on three different days – that’s a $12 savings on the gate admission price!  These tickets can purchased at all State Fair ticket outlets, including Indiana Walmart stores, Indiana CVS/pharmacy stores, Indiana Farm Bureau offices, The Marten House Hotel and the Indiana State Fairgrounds Ticket Office.

 

  • Vertigo Midway Ride – This 24-passenger thrill ride rises nearly 100 feet above the ground before swinging riders out over the rest of the midway below.  Essentially a larger version of the popular Yo-Yo ride, the Vertigo gives riders a sensational rush of excitement and an incredible view – at least for those brave enough to keep their eyes open.