INDIANAPOLIS – The “Soundtrack of Summer” hit all the right notes at this year’s Indiana State Fair.

Despite several days of 90+ heat, attendance outpaced last year’s event. The state fair drew 854,977 people, a slight uptick compared to 854,236 attendees in 2024.

Attractions like Vinyl Revival: The Art of Music Experience, the Big Top Circus and concerts on the Hoosier Lotter Free Stage drew hundreds of thousands of guests.

“The Indiana State Fair is a shining example of Hoosier hospitality, showcasing the heart of our state—our people, our agriculture, and our deep-rooted traditions,” said Gov. Mike Braun in a statement.

“I had the pleasure of visiting the Fairgrounds several times this year, and it was incredible to see so many Hoosiers coming together to enjoy the music, food, and

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