Indiana State Fair Queen Program

Bases are loaded, the lineup is set, and opening day is nearly here! ⚾

Tomorrow, the Indiana State Fair opens its gates for 15 days of fun at the Fairgrounds! Join us August 7-23 (closed Mondays) for all the sights, sounds, and excitement of the Fair.

Step up to the plate and celebrate one of Indiana's greatest traditions!

We'll see you tomorrow! ✨

After visiting 55 counties across Indiana, Miss Indiana State Fair's travels across the Hoosier State have officially come to a close! ✨

Presley has had the opportunity to experience the communities and celebrations that make our state so special, from county fairs and hometown events to meeting Hoosiers across Indiana. During America's 250th anniversary year, she has been able to see firsthand the history, pride, and traditions that make Indiana a special place to call home.

Very soon, it will be time to head back to the Fairgrounds for one of Indiana's greatest traditions... the Indiana State Fair! 🎡

After a summer spent exploring our state, we are ready to continue celebrating America's 250th anniversary and welcome fairgoers for 15 days of excitement and fun! We can't wait to see you starting this Friday, August 7!

Back home in Jackson County, and I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter welcome home. Thank you so much for the warm welcome home reception, it truly meant the world to me to be surrounded by the community that shaped me and continues to support me every step of the way. I also had the honor of crowning the new Miss Jackson County Fair 2026, Mallory Klosterman, congratulations on the start of such a special year! And of course, I got to attend one of my favorite Jackson County traditions, Tea with the Queen. Getting to see all the little girls light up in that room never gets old. 💛

Boone County was such a fun day from start to finish! I loved getting to be part of Tea with the Queen and meeting so many sweet little girls who look up to their fair royalty. I even stepped a little out of my comfort zone and held a snake at Silly Safari! After that, I got to watch the dog costume contest, which was just as adorable as it sounds. We also stopped by Touch a Truck, which was so fun to see, before heading into a full lineup of 4-H events. The 4-H Achievement Awards, Parade of Champions, and Supreme Showmanship all showcased just how much time and dedication these 4-H’ers have put in this year. Congratulations to all of the 4-H members on an incredible year. Boone County, thank you so much for having me!

Fayette County was such a fun stop! I got to help with bingo and attend the 4-H livestock auction, and huge congratulations to all of the 4-H’ers on their hard work this year. I tried some really good fried pickles and made it to the demo derby, which was a blast. I also had one of the court’s favorite fair foods, the frisbee cookie, and it did not disappoint. It was so great spending time with Queen Alexandra Nobbe and her court. Thank you so much for having me, Fayette County!

Huntington County did not disappoint! From trying the famous chocolate shake to watching pedal tractor pulls, there was never a dull moment. I even had the chance to judge the pet parade! The costumes were so creative and fun to see! It was so good catching up with Miss Huntington County 2025, Nicole Cave, and getting a full tour of the fair from Miss Huntington County 2026, Hailey Pursifull, and her court. Thank you so much for having me!

Thank you so much for having me Knox County! I had such a fun evening getting to share dinner with the contestants and spend time getting to know each of them. Congratulations to Emma Stine on a wonderful reign, and to Morgan Carter on being crowned Miss Knox County 2026! It was also so special getting to meet Miss Indiana State Fair 2008, Kristen Schmitt. Thank you again for the warm welcome!

Had the best time at an Indy Eleven game! ⚽️
From making bracelets with Ginger, Miss Greater Indy, to meeting so many sweet aspiring princesses, this night was full of fun moments. The Parade of Princesses was such a special highlight and a perfect reminder of how much joy this role brings. Thank you for having me!

Such a fun evening in Elkhart County! I had the opportunity to attend both the senior queen pageant and the Miss Elkhart County Fair contest, and it was so special to see all of the hard work and dedication from each contestant. Congratulations to Paige Lantz on an incredible reign, you’ve represented Elkhart County so well! And congratulations to Olivia Shank on being crowned, I know you have such a great year ahead. It was also so nice getting to see so many fellow county queens, one of my favorite parts of this experience. Thank you so much Elkhart County for having me!

Such a fun evening in Marshall County! Queen Sierra took me on a tour of the fair before we watched Supreme Showmanship, such a competitive and impressive group of 4-H’ers! Of course we had to stop for the ice cream everyone insisted I try, and they were absolutely right.😉 I also loved getting to meet the Blueberry Festival Queen and Teen! Thank you so much for having me!