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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.

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Free Museum Days

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

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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.

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

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2026 Free Movies in the Park at Grand Junction Plaza

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Movies in the Plaza returns to Westfield's Grand Junction...
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The 20 Best Farmers Markets in Indianapolis & Surrounding Areas (2026 Guide)

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The Indiana Peony Festival in Noblesville

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2026 Kids Bowl Free in Indianapolis

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

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Indy’s Child Magazine’s Annual Summer Camp Fair

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Camp Fair is back! The 37th Annual Summer Camp Fair will take place on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Indianapolis at the Indy Art...
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25 Free Indoor Places to Play in Indianapolis (and Nearby)

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When the weather outside is frightful, it's time to take the family on a delightful indoor adventure. Lucky for you, we've rounded up 25...
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Indianapolis Zoo Free Day 2026: MLK Day Free Admission

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The Indianapolis Zoo's only free admission day each year is back for 2026. On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, families can enjoy a...
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Where to Go for Free Admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Indianapolis

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"The time is always right to do what is right." — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January brings not only the new year and...
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2026 Free Museum Days in Indianapolis

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Many museums around Indianapolis offer free admission on select dates throughout the year. That means your family can enjoy hands-on learning and fun without...
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Free Youth Tickets to THE LUME Indianapolis During Winter Break 2025

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Looking for an indoor winter break outing the whole family will enjoy? From December 21 to 29, 2025, Newfields is offering a special deal...
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11 Free Places to See Christmas Lights Near Indianapolis This Holiday Season

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Looking for free Christmas lights near Indianapolis? This guide focuses only on displays you can enjoy without buying tickets, from downtown’s iconic tree to...
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Veal’s Ice Tree in Indianapolis: Everything to Know for Winter 2026

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Veal's Ice Tree is back for the 2026 winter season! Thanks to weeks of below-freezing temperatures and fresh snow, this backyard wonder is already...
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Free Christmas Eve Admission at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

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Spend Christmas Eve making memories instead of watching the clock. On Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025, families can enjoy free admission to The Children's Museum...
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18 Free Holiday Festivals in Indianapolis (2025)

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Get ready to welcome the holiday season with the best free holiday festivals in and around Indianapolis. From dazzling Christmas lights and Santa parades to...
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Worth the Drive: Ohio’s Free Christmas Cave

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Looking for something a little different this holiday season? In Minford, Ohio, the Christmas Cave at White Gravel Mines is a self-guided, nearly mile-long...
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Parke County Covered Bridge Festival: A Family Guide

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If you're chasing those perfect fall vibes with your crew (think apple cider, crunchy leaves, small-town charm, and real history you can actually walk...
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17 Free Fall Festivals in Indianapolis

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Get ready to celebrate the arrival of autumn with the best free fall festivals in the Indianapolis area. There are so many FREE festivals...
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Free Things to Do in Indianapolis this September

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All around Indianapolis, FREE EVENTS are taking place. Find some of our favorite free events perfect for family fun! Free Things to Do in Indianapolis...
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How to Earn a Free Movie Pass at Tibbs Drive-In by Picking Up Trash

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This summer, Tibbs Drive-In is calling on Indianapolis families to help clean up the city—and rewarding their efforts with a free carload pass to...
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13 Coolest Playgrounds in the Indianapolis Area

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Playgrounds are fun, but these Indianapolis playgrounds take it to a whole other level. If you’re looking for playgrounds with some of the coolest,...
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Free Summer Concert Series at Murphy Aquatic Park

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The Summer Concert Series at Murphy Aquatic Park is back for 2025, offering a unique blend of live music and swimming for the whole...
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Free Outdoor Movies at The Yard at Fishers District – 2025 Movie Lineup

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The Yard at Fishers District is hosting a series of free family movie nights on select Saturdays in July and October. The movies will...
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8 Central Indiana Splash Pads Worth the Drive

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Looking to beat the heat this summer? Then get your family to a splash pad! Indianapolis and Central Indiana are home to some of...
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2025 Free Summer Concerts around Indianapolis

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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...
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Cool Creek Campfires 2025 Lineup

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Every Wednesday evening in the summer, when the sun is beginning to set, you will find a group of Indy-area families gathered around the...
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Indianapolis Splash Pads and Spray Parks

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Hot summer afternoon? Kids with energy to spare? Save the day and make everyone happy with a trip to a nearby splash or spray...
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Concerts on the Canal at the Indiana Historical Society

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The Kruse Family Stardust Terrace at the History Center is the place to be on Thursday nights in downtown Indianapolis. The 2025 Concerts on...
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Whitestown Summer Concert Series

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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...
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Jams at the Junction 2025 Summer Concert Series Lineup

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Jams at the Junction is a free outdoor concert series held on select Fridays this summer at Grand Junction Plaza in Westfield. Each show...
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Sunday Summer Concerts at Lions Park

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Grab your lawn chair and head to Lions Park each Sunday this summer for five weeks of free live music. The FREE Sunday Concert...
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SPARK on the Circle Returns to Downtown Monument Circle for 2025

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It's back! SPARK on the Circle is returning to Monument Circle, offering visitors a fun place to relax and play in downtown Indianapolis starting on...
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Kawachinagano Japanese Garden

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Kawachinagano Japanese Garden sits tucked behind Carmel City Hall, a quiet little spot that's easy to miss if you don't know where to look....
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Kids Eat Free in Indianapolis: 2026 Deals by Day of the Week

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Going out to eat as a family is one of the easiest ways to turn an ordinary evening into a treat, but the bill...
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25 Best Playgrounds in Indianapolis

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Ready for some playground adventures in Indianapolis? The Indy's Child Staff has visited every one of the playgrounds in this guide and we've handpicked...
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