Event Details
Get ready for Year Two of the Indianapolis Pizza Festival as the event
expands to the Indiana State Fairgrounds in partnership with the World Food
Championships for an unforgettable day celebrating pizza, food culture,
entertainment, and community.
Experience some of Indiana’s top pizzerias, pizza-making demonstrations,
interactive sponsor activations, family-friendly experiences, giveaways,
competitions, and more. Guests will have the opportunity to sample a wide
variety of pizzas while helping crown the next Indianapolis Pizza Festival
champions.
The Indianapolis Pizza Festival is proud to partner with Indiana Wish, with
proceeds from the event helping raise funds to support Indiana children facing
life-threatening illnesses and bring hope, joy, and unforgettable experiences
to local families across the state.
TICKET DESCRIPtions
Indy Pizza Fest General Admission Ticket: $36
Experience Details:
- Full access to both Indianapolis Pizza Festival
- Pizza samples from participating vendors
- Family friendly activities and sponsor activations
- Pizza competitions, giveaways and more!
Hours of Operation:
- Session 1: Saturday October 17th: 12PM-3PM
- Session 2: Saturday October 17th: 3PM-6PM
Indy Pizza Fest VIP Ticket: $98
Experience Details:
- Exclusive Pizza Fest VIP experience
- VIP lounge access
- Premium tasting opportunities
- Early entry perks
- Premium hospitality areas
- Sponsor and chef activations
Hours of Operation:
- Saturday October 17th: 11:30AM-6PM
Indy Pizza Fest Combo Ticket: $45
Experience Details:
- Full access to both Indianapolis Pizza Festival AND World Food Championships
- Experience Pizza Festival tastings and entertainment, World Food Championships competition access
- Live music, kids zone and family activities
- Expanded food experiences throughout the Fairgrounds, giveaways and more!
Hours of Operation:
- Session 1: Saturday October 17th: 12PM-3PM
- Session 2: Saturday October 17th: 3PM-6PM
Indy Pizza Fest VIP Combo Ticket: $99
Experience Details: $99 Saturday Only
- Access to Indianapolis Pizza Festival VIP Experience AND World Food Championships
- Guests will receive exclusive VIP lounge access, premium tastings, early entry perks, premium seating and hospitality areas, unique sponsor and chef activations
- Access to all Pizza Festival and World Food Championships experiences and competitions
- Only 200 VIP combo tickets will be sold
Hours of Operation:
- Only redeemable on Saturday, October 17th from 12PM to 6PM
PARKING
There is an $10 facility charge per vehicle for events at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
It is recommended that you plan your trip before you leave home and allow extra time for unanticipated delays due to traffic congestion, road construction, etc. Always follow traffic safety precautions when traveling to and from events.
Main entrances include:
- Gate 1 on 38th Street
- Gate 2 on 42nd Street
- Gate 5 on Fall Creek Parkway
- Gate 6 on Fall Creek Parkway
For up to the minute traffic conditions we recommend using WAZE. For more information on parking please visit our Directions & Parking page.