State Fair theme is ‘Wonderful World of Food’

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair has announced its 2017 theme is “Wonderful World of Food.”

Food will be featured every day of the fair from Aug. 4 through 20.

Among the designated days are “deep fried food” on opening day Aug. 4 to “funnel cake” on Aug. 10 and “pickles” on Aug. 19.

Fairgoers will be able to enjoy samples, cooking demonstrations, and food-eating contests, along with programs highlighting the producers to provide the particular type of food in Indiana.