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. 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
396 Branigin Blvd., Franklin
220 Harrell Drive, Edinburgh
812-526-6072
3. Farm Fun
Enjoy U-pick flower farms during the summer and, in the fall, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and more.
Various locations
festivalcountryindiana.com/farm-and-orchard-fun
4. Greenwood Park Mall
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
317-887-8601
simon.com/mall/greenwood-park-mall
Edinburgh Premium Outlets, 11622 N.E. Executive Drive, Edinburgh
812-526-9764
premiumoutlets.com/outlet/edinburgh/stores
5. Mallow Run Winery
Home of award-winning wines and a popular summer concert series.
6964 W. Whiteland Road, Bargersville
317-422-1556
mallowrun.com
6. Craft Brew
Visit legendary craft brewpubs and discover your new favorite brew. See the Top 10 Craft Brews and Wines list for some of our favorites.
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 stars overhead (visit at night to see them glow), Kuji Alley with its glowing Japanese lanterns overhead and murals all around, 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), Franklin
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 Family Fun Center, Rascal’s Fun Zone and Whiteland Raceway Park
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 Family Fun Center); go-karts, mini-golf, bumper boats and arcade (Rascal’s); or go-kart racing (Whiteland Raceway Park).