06/03/2026
Today, the Indiana State Fair unveiled the first full wave of its 2026 list of scheduled concerts as a part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule, August 7-23 (Fair is closed on Mondays). The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a summertime staple for concert goers and music lovers. The lineup each year consists of some of musicβs 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 2026 Indiana State Fair today at indianastatefair.com/.
The first wave of concerts just unveiled today for the 2026 Hoosier Lottery Free Stage at the Indiana State Fair include:
The Beach Boys - Friday, August 7 - opening day
Busta Rhymes - Thursday, August 13
Gene Simmons - Thursday, August 20
Don McLean - Saturday, August 22
Tasha Cobbs Leonard - Sunday, August 23