Festivals & Events

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.

Skip below the red buttons to see the complete list of events! Or, you can click on the red buttons below to submit an event or see the recurring events.

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Recurring Events

Healthy Kids Running Fall Series

Healthy Kids Running Fall Series

Sep 7 - Oct 5, 2025

Register online and have your kids take part in the healthy kids running series.

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Trivia Night at Dunn Farms

Trivia Night at Dunn Farms

Sep 17, 2025

Grab your friends and test your knowledge at this trivia night.

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Purse Bingo to Benefit Special Olympics of Johnson County

Purse Bingo to Benefit Special Olympics of Johnson County

Sep 17, 2025

Play 20 games of bingo for the chance to win a designer bag.

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Author Event with Laurie Gilmore

Author Event with Laurie Gilmore

Sep 17, 2025

Join New York Times bestselling author Laurie Gilmore as she discusses her new novel, The Gingerbread Bakery.

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Daily Journal Fall Senior Expo

Daily Journal Fall Senior Expo

Sep 18, 2025

Enjoy giveaways, information, health screenings and demonstrations.

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Edinburgh Farmers Market

Edinburgh Farmers Market

Sep 18, 2025

Find fresh, local produce and more.

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DIY Doormat Event at Hadwell Hardware

DIY Doormat Event at Hadwell Hardware

Sep 18, 2025

Paint your own doormat with local artisan Judy Wells.

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FEC Trivia Night

FEC Trivia Night

Sep 18, 2025

Gather up a team of four to six people and register for this trivia night at the Garment Factory.

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Community Career and Education Forum

Community Career and Education Forum

Sep 18, 2025

There are plenty of technical career opportunities. Learn more by attending this event, which includes vendors, food, drinks, door prizes and more.

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Author Event with Veronica Roth

Author Event with Veronica Roth

Sep 18, 2025

Enjoy an evening with the number one New York Times bestselling author of the Divergent series, Veronica Roth.

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Fit Body at Umbarger Plaza

Fit Body at Umbarger Plaza

Sep 18, 2025

Try Center Grove Fit Body for free outside at Umbarger Plaza.

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Mad Hatter Presents: Ira Dean

Mad Hatter Presents: Ira Dean

Sep 18, 2025

Ira Dean is a multifaceted musician and acclaimed songwriter.

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Bourbon & Cigar Night at Up Cellar

Bourbon & Cigar Night at Up Cellar

Sep 18, 2025

Bourbon & Cigar Night features a chance to sip, savor, and unwind in true Up Cellar style.

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Happy Accident Duo at MashCraft

Happy Accident Duo at MashCraft

Sep 18, 2025

Enjoy live music by Happy Accident Duo and great food and drinks.

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Live Music at Tried & True

Live Music at Tried & True

Sep 18 - 20, 2025

Enjoy live music and great food.

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Hoosier Vintage Wheels Swap Meet and Car Show

Hoosier Vintage Wheels Swap Meet and Car Show

Sep 19 - 20, 2025

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.

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Quilt Show at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

Quilt Show at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

Sep 19 - 20, 2025

See quilts on display, check out the members' quilt challenge, shop vendors, attend mini-quilting demonstrations and more.

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Drive-thru Fish and Tenderloin Fry

Drive-thru Fish and Tenderloin Fry

Sep 19, 2025

Enjoy fresh fish and tenderloins at this drive-thru fry. All proceeds will benefit Nevaeh's Safe Haven Foundation.

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Sunset Sip & Snip

Sunset Sip & Snip

Sep 19, 2025

Pick your own flower bouquet, enjoy the sunset and sip a few free drinks.

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Blackwood Brothers Quartet Concert

Blackwood Brothers Quartet Concert

Sep 19, 2025

Attend a special concert featuring the Blackwood Brothers Quartet.

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Mad Hatter Presents: Keith Ray

Mad Hatter Presents: Keith Ray

Sep 19, 2025

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.

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Country Line Dancing

Country Line Dancing

Sep 19, 2025

Join a night filled with country fun at this dance lesson. All are welcome and no experience is needed.

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Live Music at SmockTown

Live Music at SmockTown

Sep 19 - 20, 2025

Enjoy great craft beer and live music every Friday and Saturday night at SmockTown Brewery.

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Pillow Fight at Whit's Inn

Pillow Fight at Whit's Inn

Sep 19, 2025

Enjoy live music and great food.

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Greenwood Farmers Market

Greenwood Farmers Market

Sep 20, 2025

Fresh produce and more.

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A Fall Gathering on the Homestead Antique Show

A Fall Gathering on the Homestead Antique Show

Sep 20, 2025

Numerous dealers gather for antique show.

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Touch-A-Truck

Touch-A-Truck

Sep 20, 2025

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.

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Fall Open House at Miss M's

Fall Open House at Miss M's

Sep 20, 2025

Enjoy mums, pumpkins, home décor, hot apple cider, wine and more.

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Tractor Pull

Tractor Pull

Sep 20, 2025

The Johnson County Antique Machinery Association is having a tractor pull, and spectators are welcome.

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Columbus Area Railroad Club Train Show

Columbus Area Railroad Club Train Show

Sep 20, 2025

If you love trains, join them for an open house to see a variety of model trains and layouts.

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Hamblen Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Fish Fry

Hamblen Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Fish Fry

Sep 20, 2025

Enjoy fresh fish, tenderloins, hot dogs, french fries, hush puppies and desserts.

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Farm Girl Anniversary Party

Farm Girl Anniversary Party

Sep 20, 2025

Celebrate Farm Girl Mercantile’s anniversary with outside vendors, live music, photo opportunities and more.

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Taste of Africa

Taste of Africa

Sep 20, 2025

Enjoy authentic African food with friends and family.

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Amity Fish Fry

Amity Fish Fry

Sep 20, 2025

Enjoy fresh fish and other items at this popular event.

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Taxmanniversary Party

Taxmanniversary Party

Sep 20, 2025

Celebrate Taxman's anniversary with a day of exceptional beer, delicious food, live music and special deals.

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Kids Bicycle Safety Rodeo

Kids Bicycle Safety Rodeo

Sep 20, 2025

Join the Franklin American Legion for a free bicycle safety event. Bring your bicycle and receive a free helmet while supplies last.

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