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Indianapolis has some of the best festivals in Indiana, and even the Midwest. Fun, family-friendly festivals can be found happening around Indy all year long.Â
If you are up for a road trip. Check out of of many small town festivals listed in our guide for a brand new festival experiences in Indiana.
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Upcoming Fairs & Festivals Near Indianapolis:
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Earth Day at the J, co-sponsored by AES Indiana and Citizens Energy Group, returns with dozens of hands-on, environmentally-friendly activities. Stay for the afternoon with music, entertainment, and food trucks.
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Earth Day at the J, co-sponsored by AES Indiana and Citizens Energy Group, returns with dozens of hands-on, environmentally-friendly activities. Stay for the afternoon with music, entertainment, and food trucks. Rain or shine; pets on leashes are welcome. FREE!
For a list of all the activities, visit JCCindy.org/earth-day.
A core Jewish value is tikkun olam, Hebrew for repairing the earth or making the world a better place. It is a natural fit for the JCC to celebrate this day as a signature event for the organization and the Indianapolis community.
Highlights of the event:
–All your favorite earth-friendly organizations will be here with interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities centered around sustainability and going green.
–Arts with a Purpose will have hands-on visual activities for children of all ages. Also featuring music from Cathy Morris. In Celebration Plaza.
–Farmers Market by Indiana Owned
–Beer garden and food trucks, along with the J Cafe supplying kosher food.
Parking is available onsite at the JCC. The event is in front (west). And there will be ample parking available in back (east).
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(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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Jewish Community Center
6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46260
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The annual Saint Simon Festival is THE kickoff to summer, held May 30-June 1. Enjoy live music, amazing festival food favorites, and carnival games & rides for all ages!
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The annual Saint Simon Festival is THE kickoff to summer, held May 30-June 1. Enjoy live music, amazing festival food favorites, and carnival games & rides for all ages!
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May 30 (Thursday) 5:00 pm - June 2 (Sunday) 12:00 am(GMT-04:00)
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The Juneteenth Foodways Festival, made possible through the generosity of Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, celebrates the many ways in which Black culinary traditions have influenced American culture by exploring
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The Juneteenth Foodways Festival, made possible through the generosity of Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, celebrates the many ways in which Black culinary traditions have influenced American culture by exploring the story of White House Chef Dolly Johnson and promoting local Black-owned businesses. The public is invited to join us at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site for this free event to sample the delectable offerings of our local Black-owned food partners, browse our retail partner booths, and learn about Dolly Johnson, the White House Chef hired by President Benjamin Harrison, who served four US Presidents.
The 2024 Juneteenth Foodways Festival will be open to the public on Friday, June 14 2024, from 4:30-8:00 pm. Early Access Pass holders are welcome from 3:30PM-4:30PM. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to avoid long entrance lines. Tickets will be available in mid-April.
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(Friday) 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
1230 N. Delaware Avenue
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
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Come hangout in your red white and blue! Join us at the vineyard on Sunday July 7th, 2024! This event will take place outside near the stage area – weather
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Come hangout in your red white and blue! Join us at the vineyard on Sunday July 7th, 2024!
This event will take place outside near the stage area – weather permitting.
Each ticket holder will receive a raffle ticket to be entered into our drawing. The drawing will take place at 3pm. The winner must be present to win!
*All ticket proceeds will be donated to the Hamilton County Human Society*
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(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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Daniel's Vineyard
9061 N 700 W. McCordsville, IN 46055
Daniel's Vineyard
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Circle City Irish Fest is keeping tradition alive in Indianapolis by celebrating Irish heritage through music, dance, culture, and sport. We will have two days of fun, entertainment, and shenanigans
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Circle City Irish Fest is keeping tradition alive in Indianapolis by celebrating Irish heritage through music, dance, culture, and sport. We will have two days of fun, entertainment, and shenanigans on September 20th and 21st headlined by a group we can always count on to bring the energy and enthusiasm, The Fighting Jameson’s!
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20 (Friday) 3:00 pm - 21 (Saturday) 11:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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Holy Rosary Church
520 Stevens Street Indianapolis, IN 46203
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Come out for a “spooktacular” of a good time! Join us at the vineyard on Sunday October 13th, 2024! This event will take place outside near the stage area –
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Come out for a “spooktacular” of a good time! Join us at the vineyard on Sunday October 13th, 2024!
This event will take place outside near the stage area – weather permitting.
Each ticket holder will receive a raffle ticket to be entered into our drawing. The drawing will take place at 3pm. The winner must be present to win!
*All ticket proceeds will be donated to the Hamilton County Human Society*
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(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
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Daniel's Vineyard
9061 N 700 W. McCordsville, IN 46055