The 165th Indiana State Fair wrapped up, last Sunday, following 18 days and with an increase over 2021 fair attendance.

In 2021, the State Fair shifted to a post-pandemic format, which included adding a weekend and closing weekly on Mondays and Tuesdays. With this new setup, families have an additional weekend to attend, crowds are spread out and key operational changes can be made on closed days. State Fair officials reinforce the guest experience being at the forefront of success, including fairgoers experiencing shorter lines for events and food stands.

Despite a heat index above 90 degrees on five days, attendance numbers were above 2021 numbers, attracting 837,568 fairgoers.

Final numbers show that fairgoers enjoyed the Fair to the fullest extent and spent their entire day at the Fair, with many vendors and partners reporting record sales.

6,600 exhibitors showed or displayed a combined 45,739 animal and non-animal projects

62,000+ milkshakes and 32,000 grilled cheeses sandwiches were consumed from the Dairy Bar.