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Warm weather, the promise of longer days, and plenty of opportunities to explore Indianapolis.

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Splash the summer days away at one of these pools, beaches or splash pads.

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Explore the best Indianapolis area playgrounds and find a new favorite place to play.

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Enjoy summer on the cheap! Find free things to do in Indy all summer long.

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Camps

Looking for a great camp? Browse day camps, overnight camps, fine art camps, recreations camps and everything in between!

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Summer Concerts

These events will have everyone in your family enjoying summer all season long.

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Outdoors

Look no further for outdoor fun! Here's where to experience nature and play in the great outdoors.

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Indoors

Head indoors and have summer fun without the sun!

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100+ Things to do this Summer around Indianapolis

Summer has arrived. So to get your family’s season started on the right foot, here's the Indy's Child list of 100 Things To Do This Summer In Indianapolis.

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7 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 the best splash pads and spray parks anywhere. Splash pads are lots of fun for kids of all ages — everyone from babies to teens (and even adults!) will find lots of fun cooling off in the spray of a splash...
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Where To Go Blueberry Picking in Indiana

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Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival Returns to Conner Prairie 2024

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Free Outdoor Movies at The Yard at Fishers District – 2024 Movie Lineup

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Tropicanoe Cove Water Park – 1 Hour North of Indianapolis

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Located about an hour north of Indianapolis in Lafayette, Tropicanoe Cove water park is a must-visit summer destination for families. This water park offers...
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2024 Free Summer Concerts around Indianapolis

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