Summer Festivals

Summer in Indy turns the city into a nonstop celebration.

Just about every weekend, you’ll find a festival going on, whether it’s live music, amazing local food, art, or cultural celebrations. The streets come alive, the energy is high, and it’s easy to jump right in. No matter when you’re in town, there’s a good chance something fun is happening just around the corner.

Indiana State Fair

August 7-23

Indiana State Fairgrounds

The Indiana State Fair is held for nearly three weeks each summer, yet it lives for generations in the memories of families who experience it together. Over 750,000 people visit each year for family fun, rides and games, barnyard animals, goat yoga, fabulous fair food, and the Indiana Beer Wine & Spirits expo.

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Wicket World of Croquet

Saturday, August 8

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

Wicket World of Croquet invites guests to don their finest whites for a day of spirited play and timeless elegance. From lively competition to stylish mingling, it’s a uniquely fashionable summer celebration.

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IndyFringe Festival

Various Locations | August 13-23, 2026

Step into the 22nd annual IndyFringe Festival, where bold performances and boundary-pushing art take center stage. With dozens of shows across multiple venues, there's something wild, weird, and wonderful for everyone.

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Feast of Lanterns

Saturday, August 22

Spades Park

Celebrate community and creativity at the Feast of Lanterns, a vibrant festival filled with glowing lanterns, local art, live music, and family-friendly fun. Join an unforgettable evening that lights up the heart of the neighborhood.

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Chreece

Saturday, August 29

Hip-hop fest Chreece is back for a single-day celebration taking place across eight venues in Fountain Square and featuring performers Rico Nasty, Jorjiana, and Overkst.

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BUTTER Fine Art Fair

Labor Day Weekend

The Stutz

The place where you can be yourself, BUTTER is a multi-day fine art fair that features artwork made by Black visual artists worldwide. As described by Ebony, Forbes, and The New York Times, the no-commission fair works to maximize artist earnings by selling or loaning 100% of the exhibition, giving 100% of the proceeds from art sales to the artists.

Penrod Arts Fair

September 6

Newfields

The 58th annual art fair features over 350 artists, five stages of entertainment, more than 50 arts-related non-profit organizations, an extensive children’s area, and local food and beverages. Spend the day browsing, shopping, and enjoying arts and culture.

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