Fall is here, well almost, but the month of September has arrived. Here is our round up of September family events happening this month in and around Indianapolis!
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Ongoing fun activities you and your family can still enjoy this month:
- Local Summer Concerts
- Farmers’ Markets
- Parks and Playgrounds
- Guide to Sunflower Farms
- Guide to Apple Orchards
Events Around Our City
August 29th-30th, September 5th-7th, September 12th-13th
Sunflower Festival at Stuckey Farms
Stuckey Farms is hosting their popular Sunflower Festival again this year, starting on August 29th. The “early bloom” is August 29th to the 30th, the “first bloom” is September 5th to the 7th, and the “second bloom” is September 12th to the 13th. You won’t want to miss it. They have seven acres and over 165,000 sunflowers to explore!
September 3rd
First Thursday Night at the Children’s Museum
On First Thursday Nights, you can pay $6 per person to visit either the museum with their amazing new Dinosphere exhibit or the Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience. And your ticket also includes access to Ask the Experts Night. This is only between the hours of 4 and 8 pm, the perfect after-hours time for families! Get your First Thursday tickets here.
September 3rd
First Free Thursdays at Newfields
To kick off our list of September family events, Newfields offers special FREE admission on the first Thursday of every month. Head over from 11am-5pm to explore the grounds and enjoy all that the Indianapolis Museum of Art has to offer. Keep an eye out for additional free admission days throughout the summer.
September 5th
Indy Eleven versus Birmingham Legion FC
Our local professional soccer team, the Indy Eleven, are playing against Birmingham at 5:00 pm on September 5th. So head to Michael A. Carroll Stadium to cheer on our home team! To check out their full schedule and get tickets for you and your family, click here.
September 5th & 7th
Labor Day Fun at the Farm at Tuttle Orchards
Another fun way to say goodbye to summer is Labor Day Fun at the Farm at Tuttle Orchards. There are a lot of fun activities to enjoy as a family, including the Tuttles FarmYard! There will be 30+ activities for families, including wagon rides, a corn maze, and so much more. The cost is $10/person for ages two and older (child and adult). Ages one and under are free.
September 6th
Sensory Friendly Play at Urban Air
Urban Air Adventure Park in Noblesville hosts weekly activities, including Sensory Friendly Play, an event specifically designed for children with special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music or flashing lights. They host sensory friendly hours every first Sunday of the month from 9:00 to 11:00 am, and parents are free!
September 10th
Sensory Friendly Storytime at the Fort Ben Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library
Sensory Friendly Storytime will be at the Fort Ben Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library on Thursday, September 10th from 10:30 to 11:30 am. All ages are welcome to join for stories, songs, and crafts followed by sensory playtime. They keep the lights low and do their best to create a less overwhelming storytime environment. To see all Indianapolis Public Library events, click here.
September 11th-13th
Zionsville Fall Festival
The 73rd annual Zionsville Fall Festival is from September 11th-13th, and you’ll love the theme – Out of This World! They promise to have entertainment for the whole family, with bounce houses, amusement rides, and interactive shows for the kids. For the adults, there will be vendors, a car show, live music, and adult beverages. For everyone, delicious food of course. The parade is on Saturday the 12th at 10:00 am, and we look forward to it again this year!
September 11th-13th
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival at Conner Prairie
Indiana’s Largest Balloon Festival is back again on September 11th through the 13th at Conner Prairie! The Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival has tickets available for both evening and morning events. Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy live music, a variety of food options, family-friendly activities, and spectacular views across the prairie. Take a ride in their 1859 Balloon Voyage and experience the festival over 350 feet in the air (weather permitting). On Saturday morning, you can cheer on your favorite balloons as pilots fill the sky in exciting competitions, with a grand champion announced after Sunday’s final race! Throughout the morning, enjoy family-friendly activities and picturesque moments.
September 12th
Penrod Arts Fair
The Penrod Arts Fair is back for its 59th year! Head over to Newfields from 9:00 am-5:00 pm to explore. According to their event website, there will be over 350 artists booths, multiple stages of entertainment, more than 50 arts-related non-profit organizations, and an extensive children’s area. Also, food and beverages for all!
September 12th-13th
Columbus Scottish Festival
Check out the Columbus Scottish Festival for “a weekend of Scottish entertainment, competition, history, and much more.” You can expect to see Highland Games, a sheepdog demonstration, and adults can enjoy a whiskey tasting. Make sure you take your wee bairns to enjoy the Children’s Area, which is free!
September 13th
Indianapolis Colts versus Baltimore Ravens at Lucas Oil Stadium
Who doesn’t love a midday Colts football game at Lucas Oil Stadium? Our beloved Indianapolis Colts are playing in the first home game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens at 1:00 pm on September 13th. Click here to get your tickets and to see their full schedule.
September 18th
Nickel Plate Express Forest Park Rail Adventure
Experience the enchanting beauty of nature on the Forest Park Rail Adventure, a 7-mile rail bike ride that winds through woodlands and farmland in Northern Hamilton County. There are available times on select days throughout September, and make sure to check out their “A few things to know” section before you book!
September 18th-19th
Circle City Irish Fest
The Circle City Irish Fest is going to be held on Friday, September 18th and Saturday, September 19th at the Holy Rosary Church. It will be a weekend of high-energy live music, authentic food, and cold Irish beer. From their artisan vendors and cultural showcases to the chance to win BIG in their annual raffles, there is something for everyone! Check out the event page for more information on timing, parking, and ticket information.
September 18th-20th
Suburban Indy Home & Outdoor Living Show at Grand Park
Thinking of doing some Fall landscaping, remodeling, or even design/build projects? Check out the Suburban Indy Home & Outdoor Living Show at the Grand Park Events Center in Westfield. You can connect with local businesses to help with your outdoor projects, and you can also check out their Fall Marketplace to purchase products from local businesses.
September 18-19th
Tinkerfest at the Indiana State Museum
Dubbed a “a celebration of curiosity and creativity for all ages,” Tinkerfest is from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on September 18th and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on September 19th. There will be 30+ hands on interactive activity stations to explore. This event is free with museum admission.
September 19th
Eagle Creek Folk Fest
Another fun festival to enjoy as a family is the Eagle Creek Folk Fest. In its 51st year and organized by the Central Indiana Folk Music & Mountain Dulcimer Society, there will be live music, jam sessions, and a variety of workshops. Food and beverages will be available at this free family-friendly event.
September 20th
Indiana Fever versus Washington Mystics
Our Indiana Fever are taking on the Washington Mystics on Sunday, September 20th and tip off is at 4:00pm. This is such a fun family outing and you don’t want to miss the Fever play before the season ends! Head to the Indiana Fever website for ticket information and their full schedule.
September 22nd-26th
Indy Jazz Fest
Head to the Broad Ripple area for the Indy Jazz Fest, Indianapolis’ celebration of jazz featuring the best in world-renowned jazz superstars to Indy’s local jazz heroes! Musical guests will perform at various locations with a Grand Finale being held on the final day at the Indy Art Center Opti Park. Get your tickets and more information on the website.
September 23rd
ZooBoo Begins at the Indianapolis Zoo
One of our favorite activities in the fall is to experience ZooBoo at the Indianapolis Zoo. Starting September 23rd and going through November 1st, families can experience super-duper Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is always a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins, as well as the bigger kids. Fall weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. And you get the chance to boogie-woogie to a live DJ!
September 25th
Movies in the Park at Federal Hill Commons
Take advantage of the nice weather before it gets cold! You and your family should pack up a picnic and watch Zootopia 2 with your kiddos at Federal Hill Commons on September 25th during the annual Movies in the Park Series before summer ends.
September 26th
Russell Farms Country Fall Festival Begins
Starting September 26th, you and your family can enjoy a fall country festival packed with fun activities for all ages at the Russell Farms Country Fall Festival. The admission charge (the standard admission is $17) includes every activity except the pumpkins, food, and country store items. “Enjoy activities such as a great petting zoo, hay wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, two scavenger hunt corn mazes, miniature golf, Mt. Russell slides, huge blow up slide, whizzer and tumbleweed rides, jump pillow, toddler town bounce area, bounce house, basketball shooting games, straw maze race, train ride for younger children, bluegrass music, several playground areas, lasso a bull, and many more activities!”
September 26th
Westfield Pride
The third annual Westfield Pride celebration will take place at the Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus on Saturday, September 26th from 1:00-6:00 pm. They will feature pride merchandise, live music, artist performances, and so much more! There’s also a fun youth zone your kids can enjoy.
September 26th
Circle City Classic Parade
The Circle City Classic Parade will weave through downtown Indianapolis on September 26th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Beginning at the intersection of North and Pennsylvania Streets, the parade will feature “performances from groups across the country and offers competitive opportunities for participating bands, drill teams, and Greek units.” To learn more about the Circle City Classic and the full event line-up, visit their events page.
September 26th
Garfield Park Art and Music Festival
Located at the MacAllister Amphitheater in Garfield Park, the Garfield Park Art and Music Festival will be held from 4:00-9:00 pm on September 26th. This festival highlights local musicians and bands of diverse genres performing their original music with over 50 visual artists working in a variety of mediums in artist booths. This is a family-friendly event, featuring a Kids Zone with free activities and crafts. Enjoy!
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