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

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

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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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Murphy Aquatic Park in Avon

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Murphy Aquatic Park in Avon will open for its...
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2024 Symphony on the Prairie Lineup

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Embark on a musical summer adventure at Kroger Symphony...
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2024 Indianapolis Farmers Market Guide

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It’s that time of year again: Indianapolis Farmers Market Season! We’ve compiled...
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Rock the Ruins at Holliday Park

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Rock the Ruins is returning to Holliday Park this...
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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...
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Cool Creek Campfires 2024 Lineup

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Every Wednesday evening in the summer, when the sun...
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Adults-Only Night at The Waterpark

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Add it to your summer bucket list, Monon Mixers...
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Geist Waterfront Park – Beach, Playground, and Park

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Even though Indiana is a landlocked state, that doesn’t...
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Discover the Family-friendly Charm of S&H Campground in Greenfield

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Located just 20 minutes from Indianapolis, S&H Campground in...

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2024 Indianapolis Farmers Market Guide

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It’s that time of year again: Indianapolis Farmers Market Season! We’ve compiled a list of Indianapolis farmers' markets for you to visit and support this season. We may have missed a couple on our list, so let us know if your go-to-market isn’t here, and we’ll add it! Related Page: Free things to do in Indianapolis Indianapolis Farmers Markets Broad Ripple Farmers’ Market A highly-trafficked Saturday tradition packed with local farmers, baked...
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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 2023 Concerts on...
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Cool Creek Campfires 2024 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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Adults-Only Night at The Waterpark

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Add it to your summer bucket list, Monon Mixers are back! These adult-only, after-hours events are hosted at The Waterpark in Carmel (1195 Central...
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Playgrounds

Geist Waterfront Park – Beach, Playground, and Park

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Even though Indiana is a landlocked state, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a day at the beach! Geist Waterfront Park, a 70-acre waterfront...
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Discover the Family-friendly Charm of S&H Campground in Greenfield

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Located just 20 minutes from Indianapolis, S&H Campground in Greenfield is the ideal place to spend some quality time together as a family —...
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11 Fantastic Fairs & Festivals Happening this August in Indianapolis

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August signals the beginning of summer's end. But the season's not over yet! And we're here to tell you how you can make the...
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What’s New this Year at the Indiana State Fair?

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Racing pigs or augmented reality pigs? Playful otters or parakeet meet and greets? We have it ALL! The Indiana State Fair is back and...
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Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival Returns to Conner Prairie 2023

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Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival returns to Conner Prairie September 8 – 10, 2023.   Mark your calendar for Indiana’s largest balloon festival! The 2023 Jupiter Flights...
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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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Monsoon Madness is Back! Don’t Miss the Pop-Up Water Park Fun in Holland Park

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Beat the heat as Holland Park transforms into a pop-up water park during one of the most popular events of the summer. Monsson Madness...
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