The Indiana State Fair Commission observed a moment of silence August 13, 2012 at 8:46pm to remember the tragedy of last year’s stage collapse. “The Indiana State Fair Commission and entire fair family thank the thousands of fair guests, victims’ families, vendors, and midway operators for joining us this evening in a unified moment of […]
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2012 Indiana State Fair Day #12
Tuesday At the Fair Turkey Hill Dairy Day Aug. 14, 2012 Today’s Highlights Red Hat/Pink Hat Style Show Ellison Bakery Home & Fam Arts: 10 a.m. Taste of Indiana Farms Farm Bureau Building: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last Drop Jug Band Pioneer Village Music Stage: 2 to 5 p.m. Indiana State Fair Horse Pulls ($5) Hoosier […]
2012 Indiana State Fair Day #11
Monday At the Fair IPL Carload Day Aug. 13, 2012 Today’s Highlights Kids Day Activities Farm Bureau Building: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Ohmies Free Stage: 10 a.m., Noon & 2 p.m. Meet Clifford the Big Red Dog Farm Bureau Building: 11 a.m., Noon, 1 & 2 p.m. MC Hammer Free Stage: 7 p.m. Everyday […]
2012 4-H Sale of Champions Raises $155,133
Of the 25 projects in this year’s 42nd annual 4-H Sale of Champions, two raised record amounts. Overall, the sale generated a total of $155,133 that helps 4-H members attend college, purchase future 4-H livestock projects and develop careers. This year’s sale featured an “intense” sibling rivalry between Alexandra Raute, 14, and Samantha Raute, 17. Younger […]
2012 Indiana State Fair Day #10
Sunday At the Fair IU Health Day Aug. 12, 2012 Today’s Highlights Giant Pumpkin Sculpting Ball State Ag/Hort Building: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Ohmies Free Stage: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Great American Wild West Show Hoosier Lottery Grandstand: 1 & 6 p.m. Ashley Wilcox & The Cosmos XFINITY Main Street Stage: 8 to 10 […]
John Barenie wins 2012 Indiana State Fair Giant Pumpkin Contest
John Barenie from Griffith, Ind., claimed first place for the second straight year and the third time overall at the 11th annual Indiana State Fair Giant Pumpkin Contest. His prize winning pumpkin tipped the scales at 1,293 pounds to top John Van Hook’s entry by 208 pounds, but fell 15 pounds shy of his own […]
2012 Indiana State Fair Day #9
Saturday At the Fair Hoosier Lottery Day Aug. 11, 2012 Today’s Highlights First Lady Cheri Daniels Heartland Walk for Health Hoosier Lottery Grandstand side lot: 6 to 8 a.m. Traditional Arts Fiddle Contest Pioneer Village Opry House: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 4-H Sale of Champions Pepsi Coliseum: 6 p.m. The Rev. Payton’s Big Damn Band […]
Indiana State Fair Offers College Knowledge
Visitors to the Indiana State Fair this year will be educated on more than sweet corn and dairy cows. Learn More Indiana‘s college-themed booth located in the Toyota Expo Hall will provide information about Indiana’s public and private colleges, college admissions and financial aid processes, as well as interactive games and prizes for younger visitors. […]
2012 Indiana State Fair Day #8
Friday At the Fair Purdue Day Aug. 10, 2012 Today’s Highlights World’s Largest Drive-thru Breakfast Main Street: 6 to 8 a.m. ($3) Giant Pumpkin Sculpting Ball State Ag/Hort Building: 1 to 8 p.m. XTREME Action Sports Show Hoosier Lottery Grandstand: 2 & 7 p.m The Giant Hot Air Balloon Night Glow Infield: 8:45 p.m. Everyday Entertainment Ciao Italia International Pavilion: 9 a.m. […]
2012 Indiana State Fair Day #7
Thursday At the Fair Marten House Hotel Day Aug. 9, 2012 Today’s Highlights Hoosier Heritage Day activities State Fair Blvd: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mapapa African Acrobats Free Stage: 10, 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. The Fret Set Pioneer Village Music Stage: 2 to 5 p.m The Spinners Free Stage: 7:30 p.m. Everyday Entertainment Ciao Italia International Pavilion: 9 a.m. […]