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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Cookie Class at Millie’s
Come to Millie’s Ice Cream Co. for a guided cookie decorating class.
Frank’s Open Stage
Frank’s Open Stage, featuring a variety of musicians, returns to Richard’s every Tuesday. Enjoy songs from a variety of talented performers, many of them local.
GPL Purse Bingo
Have fun playing bingo and possibly win designer purses from Coach, Kate Spade and Michael Kors.
Bargersville Farmers Market
Enjoy a farmers market in this charming town which has its roots in agriculture.
Baxter YMCA Golf Outing at Dye's Walk
Tee off for a fun afternoon of golf, lunch and prizes at Dye's Walk Country Club.
Senior Movie Series
Enjoy a free movie at The Historic Artcraft Theater if you are 55 or older. Click the link for details.
An Evening of Magic with Andy Glass and Caleb Wiles
A magic show featuring Andy Glass and Caleb Wiles, supporting Bridges Alliances of Johnson County.
Mad Hatter Presents: Martin Phillips
Martin Phillips is a stand-up comedian who travels all over the country performing.
Arts at the Amp – Car Cruise-in
See classic cars at the amphitheater during this cruise-in.
Sip & Spark at Main & Madison
Sip on lattes, dirty sodas or cocktails and get a new piece of permanent jewelry.
Anniversary Party at Madison Street Salvage
Celebrate 10 years of Madison Street Salvage with food, drinks, live music and more.
First Fridays
More than 25 stores and restaurants in downtown Franklin will be open late for this fun shopping and dining event.
Furniture Painting Class at The Shoppe
Learn to refinish a piece of furniture during this two-day class.
Floral Hour with SH Stems
Enjoy a charcuterie box, cookies, photo opportunities, local vendors and the chance to cut your own flower bouquet during golden hour.
Comedian Jackie Flynn at Mad Hatter
Jackie has emerged as one of the funniest and most talked-about comedians to come out of Boston.
Live Music at SmockTown
Enjoy great craft beer and live music every Friday and Saturday night at SmockTown Brewery.
Crop ‘Til You Drop
Enjoy a full day of crafting while being pampered and fed lunch, dinner and snacks.
Pick, Palette & Paint
Guests will tour the flower fields and cut their own bouquets, then follow an instructor to paint their bouquets on a board.
Aberdeen Health and Wellness Fair and Fun Walk
Enjoy a trail walk, free health screenings, wine samples, healthy food and beverage samples and local health and wellness booths.
Proverbs 31 Market Experience at Olive Branch Farm
Step into a living tapestry of Proverbs 31 at Olive Branch Farm.
Highway 36 Band at Franklin Performing Arts Center
Enjoy live music by Highway 36 Band at the Franklin Performing Arts Center.
SALI Exhibit Featuring Audrey Navis Fiet
The Southside Art League is featuring art by Audrey Navis Fiet.
Family Fun Night at The Community Life Center
Enjoy giant inflatables, live music, interactive games, fire trucks, $5 dinners and sweet treats from dessert food trucks.
Family Goat Yoga at Dollie’s Farm
Enjoy a family-centered night of goat yoga, picnics, flowers and fun.
Picnic Concert Series at Mallow Run Winery
Mallow Run Winery invites lovers of music, food and wine to come out for a variety of concerts and food offerings.
The Indianapolis Fitness Sampler
Enjoy 25-minute fitness sampler classes from various studios, spa experience stations, vendors and more.
Compass Park Fall Festival
This festival features food, a car show, vendors, a parade and a kids area.