The 2026 Indiana State Fair debuts new attractions, entertainment and family fun

The 2026 Indiana State Fair announcing its lineup of brand-new attractions, immersive exhibits, live entertainment, and family experiences.

Celebrating Indiana's rich baseball tradition in partnership with the Indianapolis Indians, this year's Fair offers new ways for guests of every age to play, explore, laugh, and create lasting memories. 

New for 2026:

REWIND: A VHS Revival

Travel back to the video store era while experiencing this new featured exhibit: REWIND. A VHS Revival. This world-renowned, traveling exhibit makes its debut in Indiana this summer at the State Fair. The experience includes celebrating iconic movie poster artwork from the 1980s through the early 2000s while adding new surprises around every corner. Guests can enjoy a baseball movie theater, the Moulin Rouge Speakeasy, an official Indianapolis Indians gift shop, and the return of the popular Indy CD & Vinyl pop-up store. REWIND is open daily and free with paid fair admission.

The State Fair Train – NEW Ride

All aboard! One of the largest additions to this year's Fair is the brand-new ride called the State Fair Train. This new experience pays a nod to the historic transportation bringing generations of guests to the fair annually. Don’t miss this narrated ride throughout the north side of the Fairgrounds, offering a relaxing way to experience the sights, sounds, and history of the Indiana State Fair. This new family attraction operates daily for just $5 per ride.

Schumacher Stadium (Wiffle Ball Field)

Baseball fans of all ages can take the field inside Meijer Family Fun Park at Schumacher Stadium. Named in honor of longtime Indianapolis Indians executive Max Schumacher, this interactive attraction invites guests to swing for the fences, play with family and friends, and celebrate Indiana's baseball tradition every day of the Fair. Enjoy free play time, take in a tournament or two, meet celebrity players and more… all part of the State Fair baseball theme in partnership with the Indianapolis Indians! 

An All-New Big Top Circus

The Big Top Circus returns with an entirely new lineup of thrilling performances inside a world-renowned air-conditioned tent. From breathtaking acrobatics to laugh-out-loud comedy, each show lasts 45 minutes and offers FREE family entertainment three times daily, with premium seating upgrades available.

More NEW Entertainment Around Every Corner:

• Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with Tortoise Feeding. Daily near Goat Mountain.
• Don’t miss the opportunity to cuddle a calf in the Meijer Family Fun Park. Open daily.
• Break A Boyz brings an energetic mix of breakdancing, comedy, and street performance to Main Street with multiple daily shows.
• Marc Dobson's One Man Band turns one performer into a full musical experience while entertaining guests throughout the Fairgrounds.
• PBS KIDS favorites Daniel Tiger and Dinosaur Train characters make special appearances for family photos in Meijer Family Fun Park on Saturdays at the fair.
• The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile visits Meijer Family Fun Park August 15 and 16 with photo opportunities and fun hot dog-themed games and activities.
• Fans of the reality show stars Amy Slaton as well as Chris and Brittany Combs can meet them during a special appearance on August 22.
• A youth category in the popular Mullet Competition, making its Indiana State Fair debut as young contestants compete for the title of best mullet
• Take in the new exhibit part of the Indiana History Train The Electric Railway: Indiana’s Interurbans. Free with paid fair admission and open daily in the Mejier Family Fun Park.
• Taste your way around the Fair with nearly 50 new food items featured this year. Part of the Taste of the Fair, presented by Pepsi, food competition taking place throughout the Fair.

"The Indiana State Fair has always been a place where generations come together to make memories," said LeRoy Lewis III, Director of Community and Media Engagement for the Indiana State Fair. "This year we're adding even more reasons not to miss out. We've invested in experiences that families can only find here, from an all-new train ride and immersive exhibits to exciting entertainment and interactive attractions. Every visit offers something new to see, do, and share, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back this August."

The 2026 Indiana State Fair runs August 7 through August 23, closed Mondays.

Advance discount tickets, schedules, and complete attraction information are available at IndianaStateFair.com.