Always Festive
There are always great festivals and events happening in Festival Country Indiana, just south of Indy. We are your destination for music festivals, craft brew and wine festivals, and weekend festivals that check the box for “plenty of things to do with kids.”
So, if you’re looking for things to do this weekend in Franklin, Greenwood, Bargersville and the other communities of Festival Country, we have plenty of choices for you. Once you experience Festival Country Indiana, you'll want to return time and time again.
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Healthy Kids Running Fall Series
Register online and have your kids take part in the healthy kids running series.
Trivia Night at Dunn Farms
Grab your friends and test your knowledge at this trivia night.
Purse Bingo to Benefit Special Olympics of Johnson County
Play 20 games of bingo for the chance to win a designer bag.
Author Event with Laurie Gilmore
Join New York Times bestselling author Laurie Gilmore as she discusses her new novel, The Gingerbread Bakery.
Daily Journal Fall Senior Expo
Enjoy giveaways, information, health screenings and demonstrations.
DIY Doormat Event at Hadwell Hardware
Paint your own doormat with local artisan Judy Wells.
FEC Trivia Night
Gather up a team of four to six people and register for this trivia night at the Garment Factory.
Community Career and Education Forum
There are plenty of technical career opportunities. Learn more by attending this event, which includes vendors, food, drinks, door prizes and more.
Author Event with Veronica Roth
Enjoy an evening with the number one New York Times bestselling author of the Divergent series, Veronica Roth.
Fit Body at Umbarger Plaza
Try Center Grove Fit Body for free outside at Umbarger Plaza.
Mad Hatter Presents: Ira Dean
Ira Dean is a multifaceted musician and acclaimed songwriter.
Bourbon & Cigar Night at Up Cellar
Bourbon & Cigar Night features a chance to sip, savor, and unwind in true Up Cellar style.
Happy Accident Duo at MashCraft
Enjoy live music by Happy Accident Duo and great food and drinks.
Hoosier Vintage Wheels Swap Meet and Car Show
Over 500 vendor spaces full of used and new parts and supplies for vintage vehicles, along with loads of items like tools, memorabilia, antiques gas and oil items and more.
Quilt Show at the Johnson County Fairgrounds
See quilts on display, check out the members' quilt challenge, shop vendors, attend mini-quilting demonstrations and more.
Drive-thru Fish and Tenderloin Fry
Enjoy fresh fish and tenderloins at this drive-thru fry. All proceeds will benefit Nevaeh's Safe Haven Foundation.
Sunset Sip & Snip
Pick your own flower bouquet, enjoy the sunset and sip a few free drinks.
Blackwood Brothers Quartet Concert
Attend a special concert featuring the Blackwood Brothers Quartet.
Mad Hatter Presents: Keith Ray
Keith Ray is a comedian based in Texas and known for his unique style of stand-up comedy that often incorporates personal anecdotes and raw observational humor.
Country Line Dancing
Join a night filled with country fun at this dance lesson. All are welcome and no experience is needed.
Live Music at SmockTown
Enjoy great craft beer and live music every Friday and Saturday night at SmockTown Brewery.
A Fall Gathering on the Homestead Antique Show
Numerous dealers gather for antique show.
Touch-A-Truck
Get up close and personal with trucks, vehicles and equipment of all shapes and sizes. The first hour will be sensory friendly with limited lights or sirens.
Fall Open House at Miss M's
Enjoy mums, pumpkins, home décor, hot apple cider, wine and more.
Tractor Pull
The Johnson County Antique Machinery Association is having a tractor pull, and spectators are welcome.
Columbus Area Railroad Club Train Show
If you love trains, join them for an open house to see a variety of model trains and layouts.
Hamblen Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Fish Fry
Enjoy fresh fish, tenderloins, hot dogs, french fries, hush puppies and desserts.
Farm Girl Anniversary Party
Celebrate Farm Girl Mercantile’s anniversary with outside vendors, live music, photo opportunities and more.
Taxmanniversary Party
Celebrate Taxman's anniversary with a day of exceptional beer, delicious food, live music and special deals.
Kids Bicycle Safety Rodeo
Join the Franklin American Legion for a free bicycle safety event. Bring your bicycle and receive a free helmet while supplies last.