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.
Boos & Brews Walking Tour
This spooky and spirited experience pairs ghostly tales with stops at some of Franklin’s best local bars and pubs.
Breakfast with Santa – Compass Park
Join Santa and his helpers for a breakfast buffet and bring your camera for photo opportunities.
Breakfast with Santa at Dave & Buster’s
Breakfast and photos with Santa, arcade games and more.
Beta Sigma Phi Annual Christmas Bazaar
Shop from booths featuring handmade crafts, baked goods, and gifts.
Hope for the Holidays
Foster and kinship families are invited to enjoy breakfast and photos with Santa, gifts for every child, games, crafts and more.
Craft Fair and Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy a craft fair by local artists and breakfast with Santa.
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.
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.
Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus
Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy a kids activity and refreshments.
Christmas Concert
First Presbyterian Church of Franklin will offer a free Christmas Concert in conjunction with the Franklin Holiday Lighting.
Greater Greenwood Community Band Christmas Concert
Enjoy the most festive concert of the year, with Christmas favorites under the spotlights.
Mad Hatter Presents: Ocean's Rat Pack
Ocean's Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr.
Whiteland Winter Market
Shop from local businesses and vendors at the Whiteland Winter Holiday Market.
A Chordlighters Christmas
Enjoy a Christmas performance by the Chordlighters barber shop group.
Live Music at Chilly Water Greenwood
Enjoy live music, food and great craft beer at Chilly Water.
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.
Glenn Miller Orchestra at The Artcraft
Enjoy a concert featuring the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.
Photos with Santa at Hadwell Hardware
Bring your kids and furry friends for photos with Santa.
Senior Movie Series
Enjoy a free movie at The Historic Artcraft Theater if you are 55 or older. Click the link for details.
Mad Hatter Presents: Todd Yohn
For more than 30 years, Todd Yohn has been entertaining crowds with his blend of stand-up comedy, improv and original songs.
Breakfast with Santa in Greenwood
Every year, Santa makes an appearance in Greenwood and has breakfast with the kids.
Breakfast with Santa at the Mall
Join Greenwood Park Mall for their annual Breakfast with Santa, which includes breakfast, a chance to meet Santa, and crafts.
Antique & Vintage Market
Vendors from Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana will be selling furniture, advertising, primitives, jewelry, glassware, art, turquoise, lighting and more.
Hoosier Handmade Craft Fair & Winter Market
Enjoy holiday music and decor as you stroll through Scott Hall and Herring Hall for a truly unique shopping experience with more than 70 local artisans.
