Wendy Hasser
Wendy Hasser has been the digital publisher of Indy's Child Magazine since 2011. A lifelong Indianapolis resident, Wendy knows the city inside and out. She loves exploring Indy with her husband, two kids, and a bunch of nieces and nephews. This gives her a great sense of the best family-friendly spots around town. Wendy is always on the lookout for hidden gems, especially new playgrounds, making her a go-to source for family fun in Indianapolis. Wendy's expertise extends beyond Indianapolis, as she often reviews and writes about regional family travel, uncovering hidden gems and offering practical tips for parents planning trips with young children.
Things To Do
Parke County Covered Bridge Festival 2026: A Family Guide
The most important thing for families to know about the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival is that this is not one giant festival ground....
Fall Fun
Take a Ride on the Sullivan Express to PumpkinTown
The Sullivan Express to PumpkinTown has officially become a fall tradition in our family. We’ve gone several times over the years, starting when my...
Things To Do
Hauntless Halloween at Holliday Park: A Parent Review
Last fall, I took my daughter Ellie and her cousin Hadley, then 5 and 6, to Hauntless Halloween at Holliday Park. I knew we...
Fall Fun
The Headless Horseman at Conner Prairie 2026 – Parents’ Guide
Fall in Indianapolis has plenty of traditions, and the Headless Horseman Festival at Conner Prairie is one families come back to year after year....
Things To Do
40+ Free Things to Do in Indianapolis with Kids
A free family outing doesn't have to mean another lap around the neighborhood playground. Around Indianapolis, families can make art, visit farm animals, explore...
Playgrounds
Frederick Douglass Park Playground Is One of Indy’s Best Playgrounds
Frederick Douglass Playground is going to be a problem for me. Not because there is anything wrong with it, but because I have a...
Things To Do
Carmel’s Huge New Monon Boulevard Playground
A First Look at Up and Down the Monon in Carmel
I had been watching this playground go up from the street for a while,...
Summer Activity
Indianapolis Fireworks 2026: Complete 4th of July Fireworks Guide
Fireworks. Barbecues. Parades. It's almost the 4th of July. Here's all the intel you'll need on the who, what and where to see fireworks in Indianapolis.
Things To Do
Ace Hardware With a Slide Inside in Indianapolis
A locally owned Ace Hardware with a slide inside has been on our list for a while, and we finally crossed it off after...
Things To Do
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....
Travel
5 Best Waterfalls in Indiana to Visit with Kids
Indiana has enough waterfalls to turn a regular weekend into a small family adventure, especially after a good rain. Some are big state park...
Playgrounds
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...