Indiana State Fair deals: Save money with these 2024 freebies and discounts

The two-week run of the 2024 Indiana State Fair starts Aug. 2; and it doesn't have to be so rough on your pockets.

The fair is keeping in mind the budget-conscious guests, announcing the return of $2 Tuesdays and other discounts and free events. There are opportunities for $2 bites and even free admission (via IndyStar).

Those looking for ways to save money at the 2024 Indiana State Fair should check out the following:

$2 Tuesdays at the Indiana State Fair

Aug. 6 and Aug. 13

• $2 gate admission

• $2 rides

• $2 food options at each food stand

Military & First Responders’ Day

Aug. 7 

First responders, current and former Military, and their families receive free admission with valid ID presented at the gate.

Indiana State Fair BMV Discount Day

 Aug. 8 

$8 gate admission with printed or digital voucher from IN.GOV/BMV.

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IndyStar Free Ticket Wednesday

Aug. 14

Check the IndyStar on Aug. 12, for a free ticket, redeemable at the gates only on Farmers' Day, Aug. 14.

AAA Day at Indiana State Fair

Aug. 15

AAA cardholders receive free admission with a valid AAA membership card presented at the gate. One valid card per person.

Advance Deals

Through Aug. 1

Purchase your tickets, parking pass and midway wristband in advance and save – 20% off gate admission and parking; 38% off midway wristbands for individuals and 30% off a Family Four Pack or the new Foodie Family Four Packs (a parking pass, four admission tickets and $50 Fair Bucks).

Advance discounts are available at indianastatefair.com now through Aug. 1 at 11:59 p.m.

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Daily Deals

Aug. 2-18

• $5 Value Menu

A new $5 Value Menu map lists state fair vendors offering food and drinks for $5 or less.

Indiana State Fair Hoosier Lottery Free Stage

Aug. 2-18

From Empress of Soul Gladys Knight to rock legend Lita Fod to gospel great Yolanda Adams, the stage will deliver plenty of music. Find the lineup at indianastatefair.com.

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Aug. 2-18

Meet and pet baby goats, check out a giant cheese sculpture; cool off at a splash pad and more. Find the list at indianastatefair.com.

Other ways to save money at the fair

Aug. 2-18

• Bike to the fair. Ride your bicycle to the fair and save $1 off admission.

• Free tractor shuttle rides. Jump on a tractor shuttle for free transportation around the grounds.

For more information, visit https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/state-fair/deals--discounts

Dates for the 2024 Indiana State Fair

The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place Aug. 2-18 (closed Mondays).

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Indiana State Fair tickets

Find a complete list of state fair events and attractions and purchase tickets at IndianaStateFair.com.

Contact IndyStar reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at [email protected] or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X: @cherylvjackson.

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