East Indy 2026 Summer Bucket List
Looking for ways to make the most of summer in East Indy? I've rounded up some of the best free and low cost activities, events, and local adventures happening this season. From farmers markets and free concerts to splash pads, Little Free Libraries, festivals, and outdoor fun.
Be sure to download the FREE printable Summer Bucket List PDF so you can check off your adventures all season long! You can reference this blog for all of the links and details.
I'd love to see your bucket list adventures! Be sure to tag @KeepingUpInFishers so I can follow along and share your summer fun!
Summer Bucket List - Free & Low Cost
Splash Pads
Fishers, IN
Greenfield, IN
Creek Stomping
Fishers, IN
Fortville, IN
Lawrence, IN
Greenfield, IN
New Palestine, IN
Free Little Libraries
Little Free Libraries are community book exchange boxes where anyone can “take a book, leave a book! Find one in your area here.
Farmers Markets
6 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN: Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm May-September
602 Vitality Dr. Fortville, IN: Thursdays 4:00pm-7:00pm May-October
620 N. Apple St. Greenfield, IN: Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm May- October
8920 Otis Ave. Lawrence, IN: Thursdays 4:00pm-7:00pm June-October
4055 South Roy Wilson Way New Palestine, IN: Tuesdays 4pm-6:30pm May-September
Additional Fun
Events
Indianapolis Indians - Tuesday dollar menu, Friday fireworks, Sunday kids eat free!
Monsoon Madness - July 18th. Holland park will host an epic summer event with giant waterslides, a mini-monsoon area for little ones, live entertainment, and more! Registration is required to attend.
Spark Fishers - June 26th & 27th. Live music, car show, art show, free concerts, live entertainment, drone show, fireworks show, and of course the return of the annual Spark!Fishers Street Festival and parade on Saturday with a parade, multiple stages with live music, food, drink, artisan vendors, art displays, family friendly activities for all ages and abilities!
July 4th Fireworks with Fishers Parks
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater: 8pm concert, 10pm fireworks show
Hamilton Southeastern High School: 10pm fireworks show
Geist Reservoir: 10pm fireworks show
Berry Cherry Festival at Tuttle Orchards July 10th & 11th. Enjoy some time enjoying summer berry and cherry treats, have lunch, play at the FarmYard, and shop in the Farm Store.
Jingle in July at Piney Acres - July 25th. Live Music, 150′ slide, roller skating, food & beverage trucks, 50+ artisan vendors, face painting, animal encounters, contests & more!
Symphony on the Prairie - Experience the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and top-level pop and rock tributes each weekend at the Conner Prairie Symphony Bowl for a fun family night out.
Outdoor Movies on the Square - Join at McCord Square for a free Outdoor Movie Series under the stars! Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks and enjoy a family-friendly movie outdoors.
Lawrence 4th Fest - July 4th. Join for parades, lively performances, and dazzling fireworks.. Families and friends can expect music, food, and games to celebrate America's birthday.
Fortville Christmas in July - July 16th. Fortville’s Main Street will have holiday-themed specials from local shops and restaurants that bring the spirit of Christmas alive in July. There will be activities for kids, sno cones, photo opportunities with Santa and the Grinch as well and prizes and giveaways.
