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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Wine Tasting at Vino Villa
Enjoy a selection of curated wines and pair them with Vino Villa's delicious menu items.
Author Event: Lauren Blakely
Enjoy an event with #1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely with special guests Lauren Kung Jessen, Lexi Ryan and Kristie Zarra.
Franklin Rotary’s Jim Rhoades Memorial Hog Roast
A hog roast to raise money for a good cause.
Porch Pots at Miss M’s
Build your own porch pot, filled with fresh greenery, stems, ornaments and more.
Sip & Dough Class at The Sycamore
Roll up your sleeves and dive into the art of hand-crafted pasta.
Christmas Paint Party at Woven Co.
Paint a festive Christmas design and create a custom candle.
First Fridays
More than 25 stores and restaurants in downtown Franklin will be open late for this fun shopping and dining event.
Yuletide on Baldwin
Experience the magic of the holiday season with Yuletide on Baldwin Holiday Lighting.
Frosting and Flicks at Millie’s
Decorate cookies while watching The Grinch on the big screen.
Mad Hatter Presents: Heywood Banks
Equal parts genius and buffoon, this songwriter/comic/singer/poet/musician has become a cult hero and a pop icon, with a show that appeals to all.
The Collingsworth Family Live
Experience live Gospel entertainment for the whole family.
Breakfast with Santa and Christmas Craft Fair at St. Rose
Enjoy breakfast, visit with Santa and shop from more than 20 local vendors.
Franklin Holiday Lighting and Winter Market
Enjoy a winter market, a lighted parade at 5:30 p.m., and the lighting at the courthouse at 7 p.m.
Community RC Fly-in
Come out to Center Grove High School and fly indoors in the 59,500 square foot Student Activity Center.
Santa Photos at the Museum
Santa will be at the museum for free pictures. Kids can enjoy a craft activity and view the Dec-a-Trees while waiting.
Christmas Concert at First Presbyterian Church
Enjoy a Christmas concert featuring traditional music with carols. Admission is free and open to the public.
Believe: A Christmas Celebration
Enjoy a Christmas performance by the Greater Greenwood Community Band and others.
Michael Winslow at Mad Hatter
Michael Leslie Winslow is an American actor, comedian and beatboxer billed as The Man of 10,000 Sound Effects for his ability to make realistic sounds using only his voice.
Red Skeleton Tribute at Mad Hatter
Take a heartfelt trip down memory lane with Brian Hoffman as he performs the jokes and routines that made Red Skelton famous.
Live Music at Chilly Water Greenwood
Enjoy live music, food and great craft beer at Chilly Water.
Sip & Paint Canvas Class at The Sycamore
Unwind with a glass of wine and create your very own festive tree and ornament canvas.
Jingle Mingle Mini-Market & Networking Event
Shop from a variety of vendors, enjoy soup and support seniors in need.
Holiday Centerpiece Class at The Sycamore
Unwind with a glass of wine and create your very own festive tree and ornament canvas.