The Indiana State Fair just announced the first batch of concerts for the 2025 Hoosier Lottery Free Stage – and it’s looking like another epic summer of music. The fair runs from August 1st through the 17th (closed on Mondays), and as always, the Free Stage is bringing the heat with a lineup full of legendary names and diverse sounds.

If you’ve been to the fair before, you know the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage is the place to be once the sun starts to set. Every show is included with your fair admission, and there’s no extra ticket needed. Most concerts kick off at 7:30 p.m., unless they say otherwise.

Three Dog Night | Friday, August 1st

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The iconic pop-rock band that ruled the charts from 1969 to 1974 with more Top 10 hits than any other group at the time is still going strong. Nearly 50 years later, they’re still packing venues, blending their classic hits with fresh new music.

DJ Throwback Disney Night | Saturday, August 2nd

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Calling all Disney fans and '90s kids! It’s time to sing, dance, and relive the magic at DJ Throwback Disney Night. From animated classics like Circle of Life and Under the Sea to Disney Channel icons like Britney, Miley, the Jonas Brothers, and Demi—if they were part of your Disney era, they’re on the playlist.

Babyface | Wednesday, August 6th

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This is one of those don't-wanna-miss kind of nights when Indianapolis’ own Babyface returns home! The 13-time GRAMMY winner is not only a legendary singer and performer but also the powerhouse producer behind some of the biggest names in music. As co-founder of LaFace Records, he helped launch the careers of Usher, Toni Braxton, TLC, Outkast, and P!nk.

Bill Murray and His Blood Brothers | Friday, August 8th

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Yes, that Bill Murray is hitting the stage! The legendary actor and comedian is teaming up with blues-rock powerhouses Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia - aka the Blood Brothers. It’s music, it’s storytelling, it’s pure entertainment - and it’s a show you won’t want to miss!

Melissa Etheridge | Friday, August 15th

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Melissa burst onto the scene in 1988 and won her first Grammy in 1992. She followed that up with hits like I’m the Only One and Come to My Window. Her recent projects include a Broadway show, a powerful docuseries, and an album recorded inside a women’s prison.

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These acts are just the tip of the proverbial iceberg - officials will continue to announce even more FREE concerts as we get closer to the 2025 Indiana State Fair!

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