Just in case anyone else is looking for something to do after GenCon closes:

https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/state-fair/general-information/hours-of-operation

I have relatives who would love to spend some time doing the fair plus this year I got a vrbo house near the fairgrounds.

I have absolutely been curious about this, so thank you for letting me know I can finally try to figure out how to work this into my schedule!