The IN List: weekend shares the top events going on this weekend in & around Carmel. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupincarmel for any event changes or additions.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Friday, Sept 8
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Drop In Play-Date: 10am-11:30am. For kids 0-3. No tickets required. Discovery room A&B.
Teddy Bear Picnic and Sleepover: Picnic at 11am, bear sleepover drop off at 12:30pm. Elm Street Green, Zionsville, IN. Grab your lunch and your favorite stuffed animal for a storytime picnic. Leave your stuffed friend for a sleepover and pick it up on Sat, 9/9 from 12-1pm. Registration required.
Jams at the Junction: 7pm. Grand Junction Plaza, Carmel, IN. Flying Toasters playing. Free outdoor concert on the Great Lawn. Lawn chairs/blankets welcome. Family friendly event. More information, here.
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival: 6-10pm. Conner Prairie, Fishers, IN. Watch hot air balloons fly through the sky, live music, kids activities. Tickets required, kids under 2 free.
Tuttle Orchards Playdate Days: 9am-6pm. 5717 N 300W, Greenfield, IN. Enjoy a quieter time at the farm without any school visits or field trips scheduled. Tractor town play area, wagon rides, special craft & story time, apple picking. Combo pass for most activities $10/child purchased on site.
Zionsville Fall Festival: Opening night. Lions Park, Zionsville IN. Carnival with traditional rides and games open 6-11pm. More information, here.
Indy Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens: 7:05pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Friday fireworks. Get tickets here.
Hickory Hall Polo Match: Gates open at 5pm, match starts at 6pm. $40/car. Airplane flyover with candy drop at halftime. 7551 East 100 North Whitestown, IN 46075. More information, here.
Brown’s Accents Fall Festival: 4-8pm. 3325 N Highway 41 Attica, IN. Over 100 vendors set up with all the fall favorites. Boutiques, home decor, candles, etc. Food trucks and fall food vendors on site.
Saturday, Sept 9
Carmel Summer Farmers Market – 8:00am - 11:30am 2 Carter Green, Carmel, IN.
Fishers Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Nickel Plate District Amp. 6 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN 46038.
Noblesville Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Federal Hill Commons. 175 Logan St. Noblesville, IN 46060
Zionsville Farmers Market: 8-11:30am. Zionsville Main Street.
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival: Doors open at 7am to watch hot air balloon races, free entry. Conner Prairie, Fishers, IN. Tickets to the “Balloon Glow” festival are sold out.
Artomobilia: 11am. Carmel Arts and Design District. See over 400 collector cars showcased on the streets of the Arts and Design district.
Meet Me on Main: 4-8pm. Main St. Carmel, IN. Live music, activities, live art displays. Free event for all ages. More information, here.
Stuckey Farm Sunflower Festival: 9am-7pm. 19975 Hamilton Boone Rd. Sheridan, IN. Sunflower fields to explore, corn maze, hayrides, apple picking. Tickets required.
Brown’s Accents Fall Festival: 9am-3pm. 3325 N Highway 41 Attica, IN. Over 100 vendors set up with all the fall favorites. Boutiques, home decor, candles, etc. Food trucks and fall food vendors on site.
Music & All That Jazz: 5pm - 9pm. Historic Noblesville Square. Bring lawn chairs for a free outdoor concert.
Concerts at the Commons: 7pm. Federal Hill Commons, Noblesville, IN. Free family friendly outdoor concert series.
Summer’s End Flowers: 10:30am. Cool Creek Nature Center. Join a naturalist for a guided walk around the park in search of flowers and discuss their meaning + purpose. No registration required.
Indy Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens: 6:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Prospects weekend. Get tickets here.
Zionsville Fall Festival: Lions Park, Zionsville IN. Parade starts at 10am. Touch-a-truck opens at 11am. Carnival and Bounce House corner open at 12noon. Free to enter the festival, rides/games/activities require tickets upon arrival. More information, here.
Sunday, Sept 10
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival: Doors open at 7am to watch hot air balloon races, free entry. Conner Prairie, Fishers, IN. Tickets to the “Balloon Glow” festival are sold out.
Stuckey Farm Sunflower Festival: 1pm-5pm. 19975 Hamilton Boone Rd. Sheridan, IN. Sunflower fields to explore, corn maze, hayrides, apple picking. Tickets required.
Concert in the Centerpiece: Coxhall Gardens, Carmel, IN. 5pm start. Free event. Bring blankets, lawn chairs.
Indy Indians vs. Toledo Mud Hens: 1:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Kids eat free. Get tickets here.
Zionsville Fall Festival: Lions Park, Zionsville IN. Car show starts at 10am. Carnival and Bounce House corner open at 12noon. Silly Safari at 1:30pm & 3pm. Free to enter the festival, rides/games/activities require tickets upon arrival. More information, here.
Colts Season Opener vs. Jacksonville: 1pm. Lucas Oil Stadium. Tickets required.
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