Car Rental in Indianapolis Fairgrounds

The Indianapolis Fairgrounds area, located along E 38th Street in east Indianapolis, offers two rental companies near Indiana State Fairgrounds – one of the USA's most visited state fairs. From here it's just 8 km to downtown Indianapolis via E 38th Street or I-65. Indianapolis Motor Speedway is reached in about 12 km west.

Indiana State Fairgrounds is a central point in the area and hosts not just the famous state fair in August but also concerts and events year-round. Broad Ripple Village, a popular entertainment district with restaurants and nightlife, is about 5 km northeast. Garfield Park and its botanical gardens are reached in 10 minutes south.

During Indiana State Fair in August (17 days), traffic in the area is intense – plan alternate routes via I-65. Broad Ripple Art Fair in May is a popular event that attracts visitors from across the region. Drive along Fall Creek Parkway for a scenic drive toward Geist Reservoir, about 20 km east.

Is it easy to get to downtown Indianapolis from the Fairgrounds area? Yes, it's about 8 km and takes 10–15 minutes via E 38th Street or I-65 south. What happens at Indiana State Fairgrounds throughout the year?

Besides the state fair in August, concerts, car shows, and trade shows are held regularly – check fairgrounds.com for current events. Is there parking available at the rental locations? Yes, the area has good parking availability.

Check the rental company's specific instructions when booking.

We compare prices from all major providers at Indianapolis Fairgrounds so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.