Experiencing the sweet and savory treats around the Great Indiana State
Fair is a summertime favorite. Today the Indiana State Fair unveiled 43 new mouth-watering culinary
creations fairgoers can enjoy this summer. The new treats just announced are:

All-American Mary
Urick Concessions
Our All-American Mary is a classic bloody Mary brimming with all your favorite backyard
cookout essentials. It’s loaded with a mini corn on the cob, cheeseburger slider, fried mac
and cheese, fried pickles, waffle fries, hotdog slider, and a mini apple pie.

Aloha Hot Honey Chicken Nachos
Urick Concessions
Aloha to our Hot Honey Chicken Nachos. This tropical twist on loaded nachos features
crispy tortilla chips, taco seasoned chicken, creamy queso, sweet pineapple chunks, a
drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey, and zesty mango salsa.

Amish Peanut Butter Pretzel Bites
Wilson Concessions
Pretzel bites slathered in Amish Peanut Butter Spread. They will consist of Amish Peanut
butter spread and pretzel bites. The spread has a peanut butter marshmallow flavor.

BBQ Totchos
Wagner Food Services
Tater tots, pulled pork, cheese sauce, jalapeños, sour cream, BBQ sauce! What more could
you want?

Bison Smashburger Taco
Red Frazier Food Truck
Our classic Bison burger smashed and pressed into a flour tortilla served with all the Classic
fixings. Drizzled with our Signature Smash Burger Sauce.

Blue Ribbon Blueberry Milkshake
American Dairy Association
The name says it all! This first-place worthy, refreshing blueberry shake boasts just the
right amount of berry flavor and makes for a beautiful photo opportunity!

Blueberry Cheesecake Stuffed Elephant Ear
The Bakerman
For Ten years the Bakerman has offered Fair goers the original Stuffed Elephant Ear
available with Apple, Cherry, or Peach filling. This year we are taking it to the next level
with a Blueberry Cheesecake stuffed Elephant Ear!

Boba Lemonade Shake-Up
Indiana Ribeye
We have fresh squeezed lemonade shakeups with various flavors of Boba for a burst of
extra flavor of your choice!

Bratzilla
Urick Concessions
This monstrous sandwich features a locally sourced 1/3 pound bratwurst from Dewig
Meats on a pretzel bun, smothered in creamy hatch queso, topped with BBQ pulled pork,
crispy onions and jalapeños.

Chili Cheese Empanada
Newfields
Indulge in the fiery flavors of our signature Chili Cheese Empanada at the State Fair!
Bursting with a tantalizing blend of house-made 3-alarm chili and rich Wisconsin cheddar
cheese, each empanada is expertly deep-fried to golden perfection. Topped with a
colorful medley of pickled red onions, fresh scallions, and crunchy corn chips, every bite is a symphony
of textures and tastes. Accompanied by a luscious creamy cheddar cheese sauce for dipping and a dollop
of cooling sour cream, this savory sensation is a must-try for all food enthusiasts seeking a delicious and
unforgettable fair experience!

Chili Cheese Frito Corn in a Cup
Wilson Concessions
The name says it all! This tasty cup includes corn, nacho cheese, chili, and Chili Cheese
Fritos!

Chocolate Caramel Coffee Float: “The Triple C Float”
Hook's Drug Store Museum and Soda Fountain
24 oz serving of Iced Coffee with ice cream, chocolate and caramel syrups, topped with
whipped cream, a cherry and drizzled with caramel sauce.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Funnel Cake
R & W Concessions
Our famous funnel cake topped with Cinnamon and sugar followed by Cinnamon Toast
Crunch then drizzled with vanilla icing.

Cookie Butter Elephant Ear
Urick Concessions
Treat yourself to our newest twist on a classic carnival favorite! This oversized pastry is
perfectly fried, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, generously slathered with creamy cookie
butter, and topped with crushed Biscoff cookies.

Deep Fried Golden Oreo
Orme Deep Fried Treats
Just like our original Fried Oreo it is stuck with a toothpick to ensure it is completely
coated in our sweet funnel cake mix and then fried to golden perfection!

Dill Pickle Dr. Pepper
R & W Concessions
Everyone's favorite Dr. Pepper with dill pickles spears followed by a splash of juice.

Dill Pickle Lemon Shake-Up
R & W Concessions
If you want a real shake-up let us make you a Dill Pickle Lemon Shake-up made with all
fresh ingredients and a splash of pickle juice and pickle spear

Fried Ice Cream Cone
Freud Family Foods
Vanilla ice cream rolled in corn flakes and flash fried. Topped with honey, chocolate,
whipped cream. Served in a homemade waffle cone.

Fried Sugar Biscuit n’ BBQ with Apple Butter Sauce
Nitro Hog BBQ
A deep-fried biscuit rolled in sugar, stuffed with Pulled Pork topped with an Apple Butter
BBQ Sauce.

Gravy and Taters
Colp’s Concessions
A delicious, deep-fried tater topped with our savory sausage gravy and bacon!

Grilled Cheese Slammer
Freund Family Food
A grilled cheese sandwich filled with BBQ pork, mac ‘n cheese, and fried pickles, served on
Texas toast with a side order a tater tots!

Happy Jack Sandwich
Black Leaf Vegan
Loaded with shredded jackfruit blended with bourbon maple sauce and southern black leaf
spices loaded on Pretzel Bun with Coleslaw.

Hoosier Cowboy Sandwich
Indiana Beef Cattle Association
Expertly grilled ribeye steak sandwich tucked between 2 slices of pepper jack cheese and
sandwiched with grilled sourdough bread, combining the best of the Indiana Beef Cattle
Association’s Cattlemen’s Club Ribeye Stand with the American Dairy Association Indiana’s world-
famous Dairy Bar to bring 2 of the Indiana State Fair’s food staples together in one incredible sandwich.

Spicy Pickle Pizza
Swains Concessions
We start off with our homemade pizza dough with a jalapeño ranch sauce. We top it with
mozzarella and pickle chips then we sprinkle a Cajun dust over top and bake. When it
comes out we butter the crust and add more cajun dust and drizzle spicy ranch on top.

Hot Honey Pepperoni Pull Grilled Cheese
American Dairy Association
The perfect mix of Mozzarella Cheese, sandwich style pepperoni and hot honey between
2 slices of sweet Hawaiian bread, topped with a sprinkling of Italian seasoning. *Served
with marinara sauce upon request.

Indiana Pork Riblets
Indiana Pork Producers
The Indiana Pork Riblets are served as bite size portions of deliciously seasoned pork!
Enjoy the riblets with a trio of sauces, Hot Honey, Nelson’s Red Sauce and Citrus
Explosion!

Jerk Chicken Nachos
Jamaican Breeze Sports Bar & Grill
Crispy Chips topped with Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Flavorful Jerk Sauce, Sweet Peppers, and
Melted Cheese.

Melty Mess Grilled Cheese
American Dairy Association
Are you a lover of the perfect cheese combination? So are we! With slices of Havarti,
Cheddar and Muenster cheeses on buttery sourdough bread, the Melty Mess is for you!

Peach Shake Up
HI & Mighty
A bright and juicy refresher perfect for all types of summer 'fuzz' at the fair!

Peanut Butter & Jelly Chicken Wings
Urick Concessions
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a creamy peanut butter sauce and topped with a sweet jelly
drizzle. Perfect for adventurous eaters and wing enthusiasts alike, our PB&J Chicken Wings
are a must-try treat!

Shark Attack
Twisted Drinks And Food
Fresh Squeezed Fruit Punch Lemon Twister Infested With Albanese Gummy Sharks!

Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake
LT Concessions
A traditional funnel cake with powdered sugar, cream cheese icing, strawberries, graham
cracker crumble and whipped topping” cooked fresh to order!

Strawberry Shortcake
Twisted Drinks And Food
Fresh Bakery Made Bundt Cake Topped With Sliced Strawberries, Whipped Cream and
Albanese Gummy Butterflies!

Sun King's State Fair Pickle Beer
Sun King Brewing
Get ready to take a ride through the Midway as you explore the tangy world of Sun King's
State Fair Pickle Beer. This Golden Ale balances the pickled punch of cucumber and dill to
the base beer’s crisp character, providing an unparalleled sensory experience. The magical combination
of brine and brew can be yours at the 2024 Indiana State Fair, and at various Sun King locations.

Sweet & Spicy Swine Pizza
Ginocchios Pizza
We start with our handmade crust, Mozzarella cheese base, topped with Pulled Pork,
Jalapeños, Grippo’s BBQ Chips and finished with a generous drizzle of Sweet D’s BBQ Sauce.

Sweet Chili Suga Daddy Sub
Gobble Gobble Food Tuck
Savory and mouthwatering Sweet Chili turkey meatballs, nestled and hugged in a donut. The
flavors of the sweet, not too spicy chili meatball combined with the sweet donut, will have
your mouth, and your head confused about which flavor you love the best!

Sweet Tea Slushy
Swains Concessions
Everyone’s favorite freshly brewed sweet tea turned into a cold refreshing slushy!

Tang-A-Rang Smoked Chicken Wings served with Kool-Aid Infused Pickles
Red Frazier Food Truck
Tang-A-Rang Smoked Chicken Wings marinated with Tang and our signature Tang BBQ rub.
Smoked and then brushed with Tang infused BBQ sauce.
Served with Various Kool Aid infused pickle flavors.

THE EVERYTHING FRY
SW Concessions
Curly fries topped with cheese, bacon bits, ranch, pulled pork, and BBQ sauce.

The Godfather Egg Roll
J & J A Taste of Home Catering & Food Truck
A 6" specialty egg roll stuffed with homemade spaghetti with meat sauce (ground beef) &
mozzarella cheese, brushed with a parmesan garlic butter.

The Korean Corn Dog
Meatball Factory LLC
It is a Hot dog sliced along with fresh mozzarella cheese chunks put on a stick. It is then
dipped in a thick donut batter, rolled in panko and French fry chunks. It is then put into the
fryer for 3 min to cook. After it comes out it is topped with ketchup, mustard, sweet chili Thai sauce and
Sriracha.

Tropical Daze Float
McGrotha Foods
Our creamy pineapple paired with orange soda. Perfect for any warm day!

Ultimate Steak Nachos
Georgia's Kitchen
Tortilla chips, monetary cheese, melted cheese, steak, onions, peppers, honey BBQ sauce,
sour cream and jalapeños!

Fairgoers are encouraged to vote for their favorite new food items by visiting any of the information
booths presented by Prairie Farms throughout the 15-day fair or by using the QR codes displayed at
each participating “Taste of the Fair” concession stand. The winning food stand will receive a $2,500
cash prize, followed by the second place receiving $1,000, and third place receiving $500. In addition, for
the first time our partners at the World Food Championships will award the top three winners a Golden
Ticket entry to the World Food Championships event taking place in Indianapolis this fall for the first
time in history at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

A map highlighting the locations of all the fair’s food booths, including the featured food items will be
available at Information Booths located throughout the fairgrounds and at IndianaStateFair.com as you
plan your trip to this year’s fair.

About the Indiana State Fair:
The Indiana State Fair, known as the state's premier multi-day event, is a vibrant celebration of the
Hoosier spirit and agricultural legacy. Over 15 exciting days, it unites communities across Indiana to
honor the state's unique identity and welcomes visitors from far and wide. Renowned for its top-notch
entertainment, spotlight on 4-H youth, engaging agricultural education programs, modern facilities, and
an array of delicious fare, the Indiana State Fair has been a treasured tradition for Hoosiers for over a
century. The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place from August 2nd to August 18th (closed Mondays). For
comprehensive event information, ticket details, and attractions, be sure to visit our official website at
www.indianastatefair.com.

A Fair Favorite Returns BIGGER and BETTER in 2024!
The Best Concert Value of the Summer Returns Featuring Empress of Soul Gladys Knight, R&B and Hip Hop Legends, multi-platinum classic rockers and More!

August 2-18, 2024 (Closed Mondays)

The Indiana State Fair unveiled the first full wave of its 2024 list of scheduled concerts as a part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule, August 2-18 (Fair isclosed on Mondays).

The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a summertime staple for concertgoers and music lovers. The lineup each year consists of some of music’s most legendary and diverse
acts and this year is no exception. All shows at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage are free with paid fair admission and seating is first-come, first-served. All shows start at 7:30 p.m., unless noted
otherwise. Discount tickets can be purchased for the 2024 Indiana State Fair today at IndianaStateFair.com

The first wave concerts just unveiled today for 2024 Hoosier Lottery Free Stage at the Indiana State Fair include:
● Three Dog Night - Friday, August 2 (opening day) (rescheduled from 2023 cancellation due to weather)
● Gladys Knight - Sunday, August 4
● Dogstar (guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist Keanu Reeves) - Thursday, August 8
● Bell Biv DeVoe - Friday, August 9
● Gary Allan - Friday, August 16

As title sponsor of the Free Stage, the Hoosier Lottery is inviting fairgoers 18 or older to enter the free myLOTTERY All-Inclusive Indiana State Fair Prize Package promotion. Six Grand Prize winners will receive State Fair tickets, parking, Fair Bucks, the opportunity to take in a concert at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage, and a Hoosier Lottery Prize Pack. Enter by signing up to become a myLOTTERY member or confirming your existing account at HoosierLottery.com/StateFair by July 8, 2024. Promotional odds are dependent upon the number of entries received.

Sarah M. Taylor, executive director of the Hoosier Lottery, noted, “The Hoosier Lottery has enjoyed a great relationship with the Indiana State Fair for many years. We are proud to sponsor the popular Hoosier Lottery Free Stage again this year, providing summertime value and entertainment for state fair attendees. The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a ‘winning ticket’ for all music lovers. Additionally, fairgoers 18 or older can sign up for a free myLOTTERY promotion for the chance to win an all-inclusive day at the Fair including the opportunity to see a concert at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage!”
There will be a limited amount of reserved viewing area tickets available for these concerts made
available in July.

The 2024 Indiana State Fair is scheduled to open on Friday, August 2 and runs through August 18, when you can enjoy The Greatest 15 Days of Summer at this iconic Hoosier tradition. For more information,  please visit www.indianastatefair.com or follow the Indiana State Fair on Facebook, Instagram and X. The Indiana State Fair will be highlighted by its 2024 theme The Art & Nature of Fun presented by Newfields.

2024 Artist Bios:
Three Dog Night
This legendary pop-rock band dominated the charts between 1969 and 1974, with no other group
having more top 10 hits. Three Dog Night has maintained and grown their audience, adapting to
new music technology and continuing to tour yearly, giving fans new and old the chance to
experience their dynamic performances of their classic hits as well as several new songs. Marking
nearly 50 years on the road, Three Dog Night continues to captivate audiences with boundary
breaking sounds and nostalgic music from their beginning.

Gladys Knight
As both a solo singer and a group musician, Gladys Knight has solidified herself as an icon of the
music industry. Known as the “Empress of Soul” Knight has received numerous awards and
accolades for her contributions to the R&B and Soul genres. She has also made appearances in
numerous films and television shows. She has recorded more than 38 albums during her career, four
of which are solo albums.

Dogstar feat. Robert Mailhouse, Bret Domrose & Keanu Reeves
Dogstar is an American Alternative rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1991. Its current
members are guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist Keanu
Reeves. The band saw its greatest success in the mid-1990s to the early 2000s, gathering significant
attention from the media due to the presence of Keanu. The band started back up again in 2020,
announcing their reunion in 2022. Their latest album was released on October 6, 2023.

Bell Biv DeVoe
Formed in 1989, Bell Biv DeVoe is an American music group hailing from Boston, Massachusetts.
Their music aims to combine elements of soul, R&B and hip hop, with their multi-platinum album
Poison having a song reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1990. Their last album Three
Stripes was released on January 27, 2017, and despite only having four albums of original material
the group has continuously toured and performed live. The group formed as a spinoff of a R&B
group called New Edition, and has participated in several of their reunion tours.

Gary Allan
Gary Allan is a Nashville based country music singer. He got his start in 1996 after signing to Decca
Records. His debut single “Her Man” was released in 1996, was the lead-off to his gold certified
debut album, titled Used Heart for Sale. He has had three certified platinum albums, and three
certified gold albums. Two albums reached the top two spots on the U.S. Billboard Top Country
Albums. His newest album titled Ruthless tells the story of the Nashville country from the 1990s to
the present.

ABOUT THE INDIANA STATE FAIR:
The Indiana State Fair, known as the state's premier multi-day event, is a vibrant celebration of the
Hoosier spirit and agricultural legacy. Over 15 exciting days, it unites communities across Indiana to
honor the state's unique identity and welcomes visitors from far and wide. Renowned for its
top-notch entertainment, spotlight on 4-H youth, engaging agricultural education programs,
modern facilities, and an array of delicious fare, the Indiana State Fair has been a treasured tradition
for Hoosiers for over a century. The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place from August 2nd to August
18th (closed Mondays). For comprehensive event information, ticket details, and attractions, be
sure to visit our official website at www.indianastatefair.com.

ABOUT THE HOOSIER LOTTERY:
For over 30 years, Hoosier Lottery distributions have benefited every county throughout Indiana.
The Hoosier Lottery has contributed more than $7 billion to good causes, including $30 million to
local police and firefighters’ pensions and $30 million to the Teachers’ Retirement Fund annually.

IPA recently announced its 2024 project grant awards to six state park friends groups. IPA is proud to be able to help these organizations and their dedicated members improve the visitor experience at each of their properties.

• Falls of the Ohio Foundation-$1,050 for interpretive signage on the Woodland Loop at Falls of the Ohio SP Trail; focused on Shawnee tribe presence
• Friends of Brown County SP-$2,080 to rehab the Nature Center West Sitting Area; replant native trees and wildflowers, and purchase site furnishings
• Friends of Clifty Falls SP-$1,200 for Wireless Tour Guide System; allows large groups to hear the interpretive naturalist when large crowds/single file lines are on trails
• Friends of Hardy Lake-$1,000 to revitalize the Centennial Pollinator Garden
• Friends of Spring Mill SP-$2,490 for trail system counters
• Friends of Versailles SP-$565 for the purchase of metal bulletin boards to replace bulletin boards in the campground