Looking for the perfect getaway just south of Indy? These are the Top 10 Festival Country Indiana experiences you’ll want to make sure you do.
1. The Historic Artcraft Theatre
This 1920s-era theatre offers a classic movie experience and some surprises.
57 N. Main St., Franklin
317-736-6823
historicartcrafttheatre.org
2. Freedom Springs Aquatic Center, Franklin Family Aquatic Center and Edinburgh Aquatic Center
On those hot summer days, there’s nothing better than splashing and playing at one of our aquatic centers.
festivalcountryindiana.com/aquatic-centers
850 Stop 18 Road, Greenwood
317-884-2078
317-736-3689
220 Harrell Drive, Edinburgh
812-526-6072
3. IMAGO
IMAGO is a series of 16 human-sized butterfly sculptures, each uniquely designed by local artists. Stroll through Old Town Greenwood to get photos with them all. Click the link below for a map.
Various locations
festivalcountryindiana.com/imago
4. Farm Fun
Enjoy corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and more in the fall.
Various locations
festivalcountryindiana.com/farm-and-orchard-fun
5. Shopping Malls
This is the shopping destination for Indy's south side, with great brands at Greenwood Park Mall and discounts every day at Edinburgh Premium Outlets.
Greenwood Park Mall, 1251 N. U.S. 31, Greenwood
317-881-6758
simon.com/mall/greenwood-park-mall
Edinburgh Premium Outlets, 11622 N.E. Executive Drive, Edinburgh
812-526-9764
premiumoutlets.com/outlet/edinburgh/stores
6. Craft Brew
Visit legendary craft brewpubs and discover your new favorite brew. See the Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail to discover some of our favorites, and send in your receipts to complete your Craft Brew Passport and earn prizes .
festivalcountryindiana.com/wineries-and-breweries
7. Golf Courses
Golfers know some of the best courses in the Indianapolis area are south of the city.
festivalcountryindiana.com/golf-courses
8. The Selfie Spots
Smile for the camera at unique selfie spots like the Artcraft Alley, which has 200 colorful kites overhead (visit at night to see them glow), Kuji Alley with its glowing Japanese lanterns overhead and murals all around, Veterans Alley featuring a series of backlit patriotic metal vignettes, and more than a dozen murals.
festivalcountryindiana.com/top-10-selfie-spots
9. The Historic Spots – Johnson County Museum of History and Camp Atterbury Museum
Visit Johnson County Museum of History to see the full history of the county. Then check out Camp Atterbury Museum and, across the street, visit the outdoor museum to see a monument and military tanks, helicopters and other military hardware. The Prisoner of War Chapel is another interesting site to view and is about three miles away.
Johnson County Museum of History, 135 N. Main St., Franklin,
317-346-4500
johnsoncountymuseum.org
Camp Atterbury Museum, Old Hospital Road (800 South), between Mauxferry Road and Schoolhouse Road (South 325 East), Edinburgh
812-526-1386
in.gov/indiana-national-guard/about/history-and-museums
10. The Fun and Adventure Spots – Urban Air Trampoline Park, Indy Paintball Battleground, Otte Golf & Family Fun Center, Rascal’s Fun Zone and K1 Circuit Whiteland
You’ll find what you’re looking for whether it’s jumping fun (Urban Air Trampoline Park); a paintball battle (Indy Paintball Battleground); a driving range, mini golf and batting cages (Otte Golf & Family Fun Center); go-karts, mini-golf, bumper boats and arcade (Rascal’s); or go-kart racing (K1 Circuit Whiteland).