Animal Encounters

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12 Unique Animal Encounters in Central Indiana

Indy's Child Staff - March 29, 2026

Kids and animals are a pretty unbeatable combination. Whether your family is into big cats, bottle-fed alpacas or shelter kittens, Indiana has a long...

Things To Do

Cat Cafes in Indianapolis: Where to Sip Coffee and Cuddle Cats

Nicole Sipe - December 30, 2025

Looking for a cat cafe in Indianapolis where you can enjoy a drink and spend time with friendly felines? These cat cafes and cat...

Unique Activities

Meet Alpacas at Heritage Farm in Flora, Indiana

Melissa Gibson - October 15, 2025

Heritage Farm in Flora, Indiana is a family-friendly alpaca farm about an hour from Indianapolis where visitors can meet, feed, and learn about alpacas,...

This Month's Articles

Fun Farms and Animal Encounters

Nicole Sipe - June 11, 2025

You don’t need to go far to meet farm animals and exotic creatures — many are just a short drive away! Check out these...

Hidden Gems

Fishers AgriPark: Part Urban Farm, Part Park

Steffy McCourt - April 25, 2025

Fishers AgriPark just might be my favorite hidden gem. I loved it because we went home with free produce, and my son loved it because...

Exploring the Midwest

Worth the Drive: Fair Oaks Farms

Nicole Sipe - April 21, 2025

In the heart of Indiana is Fair Oaks Farms, a working farm that combines education, food, and lots of fun for families. Located just...

Travel

Family Trip to the Exotic Feline Rescue Center in Indiana

Indy's Child Staff - March 24, 2025

Looking for a family day trip that's both exciting and educational? Consider a visit to the Exotic Feline Rescue Center (EFRC) in Center Point,...

Holiday Fun

Enjoy a Season of Wonder at Christmas at the Zoo

Indy's Child Staff - October 24, 2024

Christmas at the Zoo, presented by Indiana Members Credit Union, returns in 2025 with fresh décor, more lights and even more holiday magic. The...

Guides

Where to Find Horseback Riding and Pony Rides in Indianapolis

Indy's Child Staff - October 5, 2024

Central Indiana is home to lots of trails, and where there's trails, there's also trail riding. Hopping on a horse and taking a horseback...

Things To Do

Visit with Adoptable Cats at Pawz Pet Cafe in Carmel

Nicole Sipe - June 28, 2024

Calling all kitty lovers: Carmel has its first cat cafe! Pawz Pet Cafe is the purrr-fect place to meet and play with cats in...

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