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The Beach at Eagle Creek Park is Open for Swimming

Eagle Creek Park Beach in Indianapolis is finally open for the 2026 season, giving families a place to swim, sunbathe, hike the trails or...
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CarmelFest 2026: A 4th of July Celebration You Won’t Want to Miss!

CarmelFest takes over downtown Carmel every Fourth of July, and for families on the north side, it is one of the closest things to...
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Harry Potter Drone Show Coming to Indianapolis in 2026

Indianapolis families who know exactly which house everyone belongs in have a new fall event to watch: DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ is scheduled for...
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Cinderella Brings Fairy-Tale Fun to Beef & Boards

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre brings the story of Cinderella to life this summer with the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein, a family-friendly buffet...
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6 Indiana Swimming Holes and Lake Adventure Parks

Indiana is landlocked, which has never stopped anyone from wanting a beach day the minute it gets hot. Across the state, families can find...
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10 Coolest Playgrounds in the Indianapolis Area

Some playgrounds have swings, a slide and enough room to wear kids out before dinner. These go further. Each one on this list has...
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Things to Do This Weekend in Indianapolis with Kids | June 5-7, 2026

Things To Do Indy's Child Staff -
Looking for the best things to do this weekend in Indianapolis with kids? You're in the right place. For June 5–7, 2026, we rounded...

White River Canoe Company Float Trips Near Indianapolis

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Summer on the White River gives families a way to get outside without committing to a full day of hiking in the heat. White...

Live at The Yard Summer Concert Series in Fishers 2026

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Live music returns to The Yard at Fishers District this summer with a free Thursday night concert series that makes an easy weeknight outing...

USTA Midwest Tennis Center Opens in Indianapolis: Your New Home Court for Inclusive, Family-Friendly Tennis

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Indianapolis is welcoming a new hub for tennis players of all ages and skill levels. The USTA Midwest Tennis Center officially opens June 15,...

Outdoor Movies Near Indianapolis This Summer 2026

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Outdoor movie nights around Indianapolis are one of the easier summer wins. Bring a blanket, feed everyone before the opening credits if necessary, and...

Discover Family Adventures at Conner Prairie’s New Museum Experience Center!

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At the all-new Museum Experience Center at Conner Prairie, the Wellspring interactive Artscape invites surprise and wonder at every twist and turn. Each passageway...

A Jam-Packed Family Weekend Trip to Southern Indiana

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Need a fun family road trip destination that's not too far from home? That's where "SoIN" comes in! Southern Indiana is located less than...

More than Music Lessons

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The Indianapolis Suzuki Academy offers violin, cello, harp, and piano lessons via the Suzuki Method for children ages 4-18. The Suzuki Method® is a...

Why More Indy Families Are Choosing Simpler Summer Child Care Solutions

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As a Center Director, I talk with parents every week who are trying to figure out how to make summer work for their families....

Escape to Lafayette and West Lafayette, the Perfect Mom’s Adventure or Girlfriends’ Getaway

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Between busy schedules, school pickups and family responsibilities, finding time for a grown-ups-only getaway can feel almost impossible. But parents need to make time...

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