Get ready to celebrate the arrival of autumn with the best free fall festivals in the Indianapolis area. There are so many FREE festivals taking place this fall, perfect for those who want to experience the magic of the season without breaking the bank. From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to live music performances and art exhibitions, these festivals offer a diverse range of activities and entertainment options for everyone.
Free Fall Festivals in Indianapolis 2025:
Zionsville Lions Fall Festival
When: September 5-7, 2025
Where: Lions Park, Zionsville
Lions Park’s annual Fall Festival Weekend includes bounce houses, rides, live shows, a car show, and a Saturday evening lounge with music and drinks. The parade, featuring floats and marching bands, takes place Saturday at 10 a.m. starting from Zionsville Community High School.
Fishers Harvest Fest
When: September 7, 2025
Where: Along the Nickel Plate Trail, Fishers
Harvest Fest is a free outdoor event along the Nickel Plate Trail in Fishers, featuring regional artists, live music, local food, and community non-profits. Visitors can stroll the trail, shop handmade goods, and enjoy entertainment throughout the day.
Back to the Fifties Festival
When: September 13, 2025
Where: Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1300 E 100 S, Lebanon
Enjoy fifties-style fun at the Back to the Fifties Festival! There will be food, arts & crafts vendors, children’s activities, a street dance on Friday night, and a huge car show on Saturday!
Global Fest Indy
When: September 20
Where: Northwood Christian Church
Explore global traditions in a local setting at this free, family-friendly festival. Since 2018, Global Fest has brought the community together with cultural performances, hands-on activities, and a variety of food vendors highlighting cultures from around the world.
Harvest Festival: Grape Stomp
When: September 21
Where: Daniel’s Vineyard, McCordsville
Celebrate the season at Daniel’s Vineyard with the annual Harvest Festival! This family-friendly event invites you to take part in a traditional grape stomp, browse the Fall Maker’s Market, enjoy live music, try food from local trucks, and play outdoor games in a beautiful vineyard setting.
Festival of the Turning Leaves
When: September 26-28
Where: Main Street, Thorntown
Celebrate the beauty of fall at this FREE three-day event in charming Thorntown. Enjoy live music, delicious food, and fun for the whole family. Bring your own chair to relax and soak in the vibrant autumn atmosphere.
Rocky Ripple Festival
When: September 27, 2025
Where: Hohlt Park
The Rocky Ripple Festival offers 70+ local artisans, live music, a kids interactive area, and great food with local beers and wine. Come spend the day enjoying Rocky Ripple and all the family friendly activities for all ages! Free.
Carmel International Arts Festival
When: September 27-28, 2025
Where: Carmel Arts and Design District
Each year, the Carmel International Arts Festival lines the streets at Main Street and Rangeline Road with artists from all over the country.
Potter’s Bridge Fall Festival
Date: October 4, 2025
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 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 4, 2025
Location: Avon Town Hall Park, 6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon
This fall festival features wagon hay rides around the lake, live music, bounce houses, and a beer garden. Visitors can also explore the Pumpkin Hill vendor area, pick out a pumpkin, walk the photo trail, enjoy food trucks, relax by bonfires, and more.
The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival
When: October 10-19, 2025
Where: Parke County
This free, family-friendly event, The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival, invites you to soak up the outdoors while exploring the creations of talented local artists and artisans.
Pioneer Fall Festival
Date: October 18, 2025
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 at the Pioneer Fall Festival! Join our “quilting bee,” make a corn husk doll and fresh butter, and learn all about pioneer plants with a community herbalist.
WiseWood Farm Fall Festival
Date: October 11, 2025
Location: WiseWood Farm, 50 W 250 S, Lebanon
Enjoy a family free event at the WiseWood Farm Fall Festival to pick your pumpkins from WiseWood Farm’s U Pick Patch. Hayrides, apple cider, fall decor and more!
Boo ‘N Brew Fall Festival
Date: October 18, 2025
Location: Clay Terrace, 14390 Clay Terrace Boulevard, Carmel
Bring the whole family for a fun, free afternoon of Halloween festivities at the Boo ‘N Brew Fall Festival. Kids can trick-or-treat at participating stores, enjoy live music, and play in the pumpkin patch. Adults can relax in the beer garden with local brews.
Festival of Jack-o-Lanterns
Date: October 25-31, 2025
Location: Riley Home Museum, 250 W Main St, Greenfield
Have a little fun and carve a pumpkin for Greenfield’s 2025 Jack-o-lantern Contest, part of the Festival of Jack-o-Lanterns. 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.
Ghosts and Goblins
Date: October 25, 2025
Location: Washington Township Park, 115 S. CR 575 E., Avon
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume for the Ghosts and Goblins event! There will be games, trick or treating on the trails, and a costume contest for the kids. Take a ride on the Harry Potter Mini Train, jump in the bounce houses, or enjoy our bungee trampoline. There’s sure to be something for all ages.
