Free Things to do in Indianapolis with Kids

Find free activities and events around Indianapolis

Free Events

Are you ready to plan an entire month of free activities? This monthly calendar is constantly updated with awesome free activities for you and your family.

Free Museum Days

Did you know many museums around Indianapolis offer free admission on different dates throughout the year?

Free Concerts

With music styles ranging from jazz to kids’ tunes to rock ‘n roll, it is easy to find something the whole family will enjoy. Pack a picnic, and enjoy these free concerts.

Always Free

Want to plan a family outting without spending andy cash? These local spots around Indy are always free!

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Free Spring Break Basketball Camp With Eron Gordon

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Free Museum Admission on President’s Day in Indianapolis

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Indy’s Child Magazine’s Annual Summer Camp Fair

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Celebrate Saturday with Family: Top 10 Free Events near Indianapolis on Dec. 2

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16 Free Holiday Festivals in Indianapolis

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Worth the Drive: Ohio’s Free Christmas Cave

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Free Things to do in October around Indianapolis

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Stomp Grapes during the Daniel’s Vineyard Annual Grape Stomp

Get ready for a day of family fun at the Annual Grape Stomp at Daniel's Vineyard. The Grape Stomp is one of Daniel's Vineyard's...

17 Free Fall Festivals in Indianapolis

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...

The Apple Works Orchard and Farm Market

The Apple Works is a family-run, family-oriented apple orchard and pumpkin patch located on gently rolling hills in Trafalgar, Indiana. The country store and...

Free Community Train Rides on the Nickel Plate Express

Get ready to celebrate as the train tracks of Nickel Plate Express open back up! After months of anticipation, the track rehabilitation project is...

New Greenwood Fall Concert Series

Nearly every Saturday evening between June and August, hundreds of Greenwood residents, visitors and their families gather with lawn chairs, blankets and snack-filled coolers...

Free Things to do in August around Indianapolis

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2023 Colts Training Camp Kicks off July 26

With a wide range of family-friendly activities and the opportunity to get up close and personal with the players, it’s the perfect event for...

Free Outdoor Movies at The Yard at Fishers District

The Yard at Fishers District, located in Fishers, Indiana, has announced an incredible lineup of free outdoor summer movies for your enjoyment. The mixed-used...

Movies at Midtown Carmel Plaza – 2023 Movie Lineup

Enjoy free Movies at Midtown every Tuesday, featuring showings at 12 pm and 6 pm, as well as Thursdays at 6 pm. The 2023...

Awesome Indianapolis Playgrounds

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7 Central Indiana Splash Pads Worth the Drive

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2023 Free Summer Concerts around Indianapolis

Throughout the summer months, Indianapolis plays host to many outdoor concert series. With music styles ranging from jazz to kids’ tunes to good old-fashioned rock...

Indianapolis Splash Pads and Spray Parks

Hot summer afternoon? Kids with energy to spare? Save the day and make everyone happy with a trip to a nearby splash or spray...

Greenwood Summer Concert Series

Nearly every Saturday evening between June and August, hundreds of Greenwood residents, visitors and their families gather with lawn chairs, blankets and snack-filled coolers...

Free Paddle Board Yoga on the Canal

Join Indianapolis Cultural Trail for a truly unique opportunity to float and flow in one of Indianapolis' most iconic places! Whether you are new...

100 Fun Things to Do Outside This Summer at Home

Schools out for summer! We've created a list of 100 things for your kids to do outside this summer right at home! See how...

Free Movies in the Park at Grand Junction Plaza

Head out to Grand Junction Plaza with your family and friends to enjoy a free evening of entertainment on the Great Lawn. Outdoor movies...

Whitestown Summer Concert Series

Head over to the Whitestown Municipal Complex for free Friday night concerts all summer long! Gates open at 6 p.m. with live music beginning...

Free Summer Concert Series at Murphy Aquatic Park

The Summer Concert Series at Murphy Aquatic Park is a unique blend of live music and swimming. The FREE concerts are held on select...

Jams at the Junction 2023 Summer Concert Series Lineup

Westfield Welcome announces the inaugural Jams at the Junction concert series for the Summer of 2023 on select Fridays from June through September. These...

The Indiana Peony Festival in Noblesville

The Indiana Peony Festival is held every May on the weekend before Memorial Day. Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb has declared that the third Saturday...

2023 Indianapolis Farmers Market Guide

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Concerts on the Canal at the Indiana Historical Society

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Kawachinagano Japanese Garden

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2023 Kids Bowl Free in Indianapolis

Two free bowling games every day, all summer in Indianapolis? Yes! The Kids Bowl Free program is now open for registration.

Where to Go Hiking with Kids in Indianapolis

Where are the best trails for hiking with babies and toddlers in Indiana? We've got a highlight of those local to Indy and others in the state to check out.

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