It was a big year for the Indiana State Fair — and for the collegiate journalists from Franklin College who covered every day of it. The 168th state fair wrapped up its 2025 season on Aug. 17 and ...

There's the Ferris wheel, fried food, and farm animals — hallmarks of any state fair. Yes, but: The Indiana State Fair is way more than that. There are also wine tastings, fine art and, this year, ...

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 854,000 people visited the 168th Indiana State Fair, a slight increase over last year's gate, officials said. The fair's 15-day run, the "Soundtrack of Summer" celebration, ...

After 40 years of transformative leadership, Cindy Hoye is retiring from her role as executive director of the Indiana State ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The 168th Indiana State Fair concluded its 2025 season with a slight increase in attendance, reaching 854,977 visitors over 15 days of festivities. This year’s fair, themed ...

Patrons enjoy one of the midway rides at this year’s Indiana State Fair. More than 850,000 people attended the fair from Aug. 1 to 17. SUBMITTED PHOTO BY THE INDIANA STATE FAIR The 168th Indiana State ...