Of all public events, state fairs should be among the most affordable.

And the Indiana State Fair, which begins Wednesday and runs through Aug. 17 in Indianapolis, is making efforts to trim costs for fairgoers.

Here are some reminders, when you go:

• Take advantage of free parking, when available, in the fairgrounds’ infield, the Indiana School for the Deaf on 42nd Street and north of the School for the Deaf on 46th Street.

• Save gas and time, and still get free parking. The free State Fair Park & Ride shuttle from Glendale Mall departs every 20 minutes from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. — a convenient choice for visitors from Madison County.

• On eight of the fair’s 12 days, visitors can purchase an unlimited midway ride wristband for just $25.

• Got kids who love “High School Musical?” Print a voucher from www.VOICE.tv or www.indianastatefair.com for free admission to the Corbin Bleu concert Monday at 7 p.m.

• On Wednesday, purchase an unlimited midway ride wristband for the kiddie rides for just $15.

• Visit the fair after 5 p.m. on Wednesday for just $5 admission.

• Seniors (65 and older) ride the tractor shuttle around the fairgrounds free on Golden Hoosiers Day, Aug. 14.

• Veterans and current service men and women receive free admission Sunday, Aug. 17.

• Bring a Pepsi brand can on Sunday, Aug. 17, and save $2 off gate admission.

There are also special deals from various food vendors around the fairgrounds, including:

• R.E. Smith Concessions, near the Riley Fun Park: Hot dog, chips, 16 oz. drink and a cookie for $5

• The American Dairy Association (Dairy Bar): Grilled cheese sandwich, milk, sliced apples and a crazy straw for $4