Indianapolis and the surrounding areas feature a variety of events and activities for all age groups and demographics. It’s part of what makes our local communities so great! Whether you’re looking for a classical music experience, a family night out with the kids, or a fun date night, there’s plenty to offer throughout the local area. Here are just a few events happening nearby this January.
July 1: Children’s Museum Wednesday – 10 AM – 5 PM | Summer exhibits and outdoor sports
July 2: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Star-Spangled Symphony (Night 1) – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Patriotic music celebrating America’s 250th birthday with fireworks finale; Tickets available
July 2: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 3: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Star-Spangled Symphony (Night 2) – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Patriotic favorites & Independence Day celebration
July 3: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 4: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Star-Spangled Symphony (Night 3 – Independence Day) – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Celebrate America’s 250th with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and fireworks
July 5: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Star-Spangled Symphony (Night 4) – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; 38th Infantry Division Band honors Army veterans (6:30-7:30 PM pre-show)
July 5: Sunday at The Children’s Museum – 10 AM – 5 PM | Summer fun with Tiana’s Joyful Celebration and outdoor sports
July 6: Conner Prairie Mid-Week – Fishers | Explore 19th-century Indiana living history
July 7: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM; Dollar Menu Tuesday – $1 ballpark food
July 8: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 9: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM; Thirsty Thursday – $3 beers
July 10: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: The Music of Star Wars – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs Star Wars with trivia contest for super fans
July 10: Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 11: 30th Anniversary of Victory Field – Indianapolis Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens, Victory Field | 7:05 PM; Celebrate three decades at one of America’s best minor league ballparks
July 11: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Serpentine Fire – The Music of Earth, Wind & Fire – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Tribute concert celebrating the legendary funk/soul band
July 12: Saturday at The Children’s Museum – 10 AM – 5 PM | Family fun with all exhibits open
July 12: Collectors Palooza – Indiana State Fairgrounds | Card and collectibles trade show
July 13: Conner Prairie Sunday – Fishers | Living history experiences and outdoor exploration
July 14: Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 15: Children’s Museum Wednesday – 10 AM – 5 PM | Summer exhibits and activities
July 16: Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 17: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Back to the 80s – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra celebrates hits from the 1980s
July 17: Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM; Thirsty Thursday – $3 beers
July 18: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Summer Breeze – Yacht Rock Classics – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; ISO performs smooth rock favorites from the 70s-80s
July 18: Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 19: Saturday at The Children’s Museum – 10 AM – 5 PM | Full day of family activities
July 20: Conner Prairie Sunday – Fishers | Explore 1836 Prairietown and outdoor exhibits
July 21: Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM; Dollar Menu Tuesday – $1 ballpark food
July 22: Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 23: Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM; Thirsty Thursday – $3 beers
July 24: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: The Music of Harry Potter – An Evening at Hogwarts – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; ISO brings the magical world of Harry Potter to life with orchestral film music
July 24: Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats – Victory Field, Indianapolis | 7:05 PM
July 25: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie: Disney in Concert – A Dream Is a Wish – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Gates 6 PM, Concert 8 PM; ISO celebrates beloved Disney film music with the power of a full orchestra
July 25: NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series: Pennzoil 250 – Indianapolis Motor Speedway | 7 PM; Racing action on the legendary 2.5-mile oval
July 26: 2026 Brickyard 400 – NASCAR Cup Series – Indianapolis Motor Speedway | 2 PM start; Cup Series racing on the storied 2.5-mile oval; Tickets available
July 26: Saturday at The Children’s Museum – 10 AM – 5 PM | Family summer fun
July 27: Conner Prairie Sunday – Fishers | Living history and nature exploration
July 28: ZAYN: The KONNAKOL Tour – Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis | 8 PM; Multi-platinum artist ZAYN performs his new album with arena production; First solo arena tour headlining
July 29: Children’s Museum Wednesday – 10 AM – 5 PM | Summer exhibits and outdoor activities
July 30: Gen Con 2026 Begins – Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium & Downtown Hotels, Indianapolis | July 30 – August 2; North America’s largest tabletop gaming convention with 20,000+ events, board games, RPGs, cosplay, and entertainment; Badge registration information
July 31: Friday at The Children’s Museum – 10 AM – 5 PM | Last day of July summer fun
Ongoing in July 2026
Through January 2027: Tiana’s Joyful Celebration – The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis | Princess Tiana exhibit featuring New Orleans culture, music, and Mardi Gras parade experience
All Summer: Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience – The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis | 7.5 acres of outdoor sports activities; open daily during summer
All July: Freedom Springs Aquatic Park – Greenwood | Water slides, lazy river, and attractions; open daily for summer fun
Weekly: Free Summer Concert Series – Greenwood Amphitheater | Check website for schedule
June 26 – Labor Day: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie – Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers | Thu-Sat evenings; Mix of ISO concerts and tribute performances; Full schedule and tickets
Throughout July: Indianapolis Indians Home Games – Victory Field, Indianapolis | Triple-A baseball with affordable family fun; Check schedule for Dollar Menu Tuesday and Thirsty Thursday promotions
Stay up to date with other local information by following our Team Blog. If you know of an upcoming event that you’d like featured on our calendar of events, please email us at social@thebrentonteam.com with your contact information and one of our Team Members will follow up with you.
Stay up to date with other local information by following our Team Blog. If you know of an upcoming event that you’d like featured on our calendar of events, please email us at social@thebrentonteam.com with your contact information and one of our Team Members will follow up with you.