Indianapolis is beautiful in the fall: the leaves change colors, the air grows crisp, and it seems like everyone is excited about celebrating the new season. This fall, join in the celebration by getting out and visiting one (or more!) of these lesser-known, under-the-radar fall festivals in Indianapolis.
Under-the-Radar Fall Festivals near Indianapolis:
St. Joseph Fall Festival
Dates: August 23-25, 2024
Location: St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1401 S Mickley Ave, Indianapolis
The 16th annual St. Joseph Fall Festival takes place during Labor Day weekend. The festival includes carnival rides, food, a beer garden, Black Jack, Silent Auction and a Texas Hold’em contest on Sunday evening.
Zionsville Lions Club Fall Festival
Dates: September 6-8, 2024
Location: Lions Park, 115 S. Elm St., Zionsville
The Zionsville Lions Club Fall Festival offers a weekend of family fun with a parade, carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and activities for both kids and adults. The highlight is the Saturday morning parade featuring marching bands and colorful floats.
Beech Grove Fall Festival
Dates: September 11-14, 2024
Location: Main Street, Beech Grove
The Beech Grove Fall Festival is a four-day celebration on Main Street in Beech Grove, Indiana, from September 11th to 14th. Attendees can expect thrilling rides, engaging games, delicious food, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere.
Back to the Fifties Festival
Dates: September 13-14, 2024
Location: Boone County Fairgrounds, 1300 100 S, Lebanon
Get ready to feel nostalgic for simpler times at the Back to the Fifties Festival in Lebanon. This two-day event features a children’s fun park, a classic car cruise-in and bicycle show, live music, art and photography to purchase, and much more.
Hunter’s Honey Harvest Celebration
Date: September 21, 2024
Location: Hunter’s Honey Farm, 6501 W. Honey Lane, Martinsville
Be sure to come out to the Honey Farm and celebrate 112 years of beekeeping in Indiana with the Honey Cafe, a beekeeper hard at work, mini tours, and helicopter rides (weather permitting).
Global Fest Indy
Date: September 21, 2024
Location: 4550 Central Ave, Indianapolis
Think global and fest local at Global Fest Indy 2024 presented by Donovan CPAs. Share traditions, honor heritage and learn about cultures through food, music, art and play.
Festival of the Turning Leaves
Date: September 27-29, 2024
Location: Main Street Thorntown, Indiana
Celebrate the beauty of Fall at the Festival of the Turning Leaves, a FREE three-day event held on the last full weekend of September. Enjoy live music, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family.
Rocky Ripple Festival
Date: September 28, 2024
Location: Hohlt Park, W. 53rd St. and Annette St. Indianapolis
The Rocky Ripple Festival of the Arts is held each year in a unique Indianapolis midtown neighborhood, just across the Central Canal from Butler University. The event is staged entirely through volunteer efforts from the community, with proceeds supporting parks and community events in Rocky Ripple. And it’s FREE.
Potter’s Bridge Fall Festival
Date: October 5, 2024
Location: Potter’s Bridge Park, 19401 Allisonville Rd, Noblesville
Can you even say fall has begun until you’ve visited a covered bridge? You’ll get your covered bridge fix (and hopefully see some beautiful changing leaves) at the Potter’s Bridge Fall Festival in Noblesville. Listen to live music, visit the 70+ arts and crafts booths, and let your little ones play in the KidZone area at this family-friendly event.
Harvest Time Hayrides
Date: October 5, 2024
Location: Avon Town Hall Park, 6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon
Kick off the fall season at the Harvest Time Hayrides in Avon Town Hall Park on October 7th from 4-8pm. Enjoy a variety of activities including bonfires, apple launching, wagon hay rides, and pumpkin patches.
Germanfest
Date: October 6, 2024
Location: The Athenaeum, 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis
In the mood for some Weiner dog racing? In mid-October, you’ll find the best of the wurst here at the original Indianapolis Germanfest. When you’re not cheering on your favorite Dachshund, enjoy the strong man competitions, arts and crafts vendors, German food and the ZwergenLand for kids.
Morgan County Fall Foliage Festival
Date: October 10-13, 2024
Location: Downtown Martinsville
Experience Morgan County’s Longest Running Festival, featuring a wide range of activities that will delight attendees of all ages. Enjoy the classic Car Show’s classic beauty, browse through the Harvest Craft Market for unique handmade items, and revel in the excitement of the Customer Appreciation Night Family Carnival. As the sun sets, prepare to be entertained by captivating free live performances. 
Pioneer Fall Festival
Date: October 12, 2024
Location: Taylor Center of Natural History, 12308 Strawtown Avenue Noblesville
Join the Taylor Center of Natural History staff at our historic red barn for a day of pioneer fun! Join our “quilting bee,” make a corn husk doll and fresh butter, and learn all about pioneer plants with a community herbalist.
Festival of Jack-o-Lanterns
Date: October 25-31, 2024
Location: Riley Home Museum, 250 W Main St, Greenfield
Have a little fun and carve a pumpkin for Greenfield’s 2024 Jack-o-lantern Contest. It’s
free to enter. We will set up a fun and maybe a bit spooky display in the gardens of the Riley Museum. Stop by any evening from 7 – 9 PM to see the jack-o-lanterns glowing.
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