Things to do in Indianapolis with Kids

Land of Illusion Aqua Adventures: Floating Obstacle Course Only 2 Hours From Indy

For Indianapolis families willing to make a longer summer day trip, Land of Illusion Aqua Adventures Waterpark in Middletown, Ohio, is about two hours...

Free Admission for Juneteenth 2026 in Indianapolis

Juneteenth, observed each year on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and the last enslaved African...

2026 Free Museum Days in Indianapolis

Many museums around Indianapolis offer free admission on select dates throughout the year. That means your family can enjoy hands-on learning and fun without...

Free Admission to Conner Prairie for Juneteenth

Conner Prairie is offering free admission on Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth, giving families a full day to explore the Fishers museum and take...

Tropicanoe Cove Water Park – 1 Hour North of Indianapolis

Located about an hour north of Indianapolis in Lafayette, Tropicanoe Cove is a summer water park inside Columbian Park with slides, a lazy river...

Lawrence W. Inlow Park Splash Pad in Carmel

Lawrence W. Inlow Park in Carmel has my kids' favorite splash pad in the Indianapolis area, and the slide is the whole reason why....

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Things to Do This Weekend in Indianapolis with Kids | June 12-14, 2026

Looking for the best things to do this weekend in Indianapolis with kids? You're in the right place. For June 12–14, 2026, we rounded...

Washington Park in Indianapolis: 2 Playgrounds & Splash Pad

If you're looking for a playground worth driving across town for, Washington Park belongs on your list. The recently renovated park on Indianapolis' near...

Colts Canal Playspace: A Colts-Themed Playground Downtown

Ellie and I were already downtown when we decided to stop by the Colts Canal Playground, officially listed by Indy Parks as Colts Canal...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Tarkington Park & Playground in Indianapolis

Tarkington Park has been on my Indianapolis playground radar for years, and after a quick early-morning visit with my 6-year-old daughter before camp, I...

White River Canoe Company Float Trips Near Indianapolis

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

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

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