Mark your calendar: Zionsville events, festivals and fun
Time to get out and enjoy all that our Zionsville has to offer! Despite its relatively small size, Zionsville offers so much for its residents and visitors—everything from kid fun to cultural events to fitness competitions. With so many events and activities, it's no wonder Zionsville is so tight-knit — there are opportunities to see your neighbors and meet new people at every turn! Even if you don’t live in Zionsville, check out our updated list of events — you’re sure to find a reason to make the drive to this charming little town just northwest of Indianapolis.
March
PAWS to Read
Tuesday, March 5, 4 – 5 p.m.
Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library Dogs, reading, books… What’s not to like? Bring your pup, a child or two, and snuggle while you read. Free. Details >>
Search for Green Dog Walk
Saturday, March 16, 1 - 2 p.m, Zion Nature Sanctuary, 690 Beech Street.
Join the search for those first signs of green on a walk through the Zion Nature Sanctuary with your favorite four-legged family member. After the walk, stop in at the Zion Nature Center to collect dog-friendly treats. Details >>
(Be sure to check the town’s calendar for monthly dog walks throughout the rest of the year.)
April
Spring Pow Wow
Saturday, April 6 (10 – 9:30 p.m.) and Sunday, April 7 (10:30 – 4:30 p.m.), Boone County Fairgrounds, 1300 E 100 S, Lebanon, IN.
Traditional Native American Pow Wow with singing, dancing, drumming, and food. $5 general admission. Great family activity. Details >>
4th Annual Zionsville Half Marathon and 5K
Sunday, April 14, 7 – 11 a.m., meet at 30 North Main Street
This walk/run provides medals to all finishers in addition to age group and overall awards. (Pre-registration required.) Pizza and refreshments after the race. Free draft beer to all finishers 21 years and over. Details >>
EGGnormous Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. , Zionsville Lions Park, 115 South Elm Street.
Come out for Lions Park’s popular fundraiser! The morning begins with a donation breakfast at 9 a.m., followed by pictures with the Easter Bunny, face painting and egg hunts for all age groups. Over 18,000 eggs, prizes and scavenger hunts. Details >>
Keep Calm & Cherry On Dinner Series Traders Point Creamery and Auberge, Tuesday, April 23, 6 - 8 p.m.
Hotel Whiskey & Traders Point Creamery team up to create a night of organically sourced food and artisan drink with a strong seasonal emphasis. Enjoy a three-plated course meal with complimenting cocktails and a farm tour during your visit. $65 per person. Details>>
"Off the Clock" After-Hours Event
Thursday, April 25, 5-7 p.m., Jones Greenhouse 645 N 650 East.
This after-hours social event is hosted by Jones Greenhouse in Lebanon. Enjoy a cocktail after a long day while building business connections with local community members. Details>>
Wine for a Cause Friday
April 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Serenity at 135 S Main Street
Enjoy an evening of wine tasting, appetizers, desserts and friendship. One Hope will pour the tastings and taking orders. Tickets are $25, which includes wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and desserts. All proceeds will benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Details>>
Handmade Vintage Market
Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. , Hamilton County 4H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville.
Handmade and vintage small businesses (many from Zionsville) bring their goods out of their home studios and into the homes of those who appreciate shopping local. Shopping, live music and foods. Details>>
May
Tri Kappa's Savor, Sip & See Saturday, May 4, 6-9:30 p.m., Body Outfitters (Check in), 675 S Main Street
Party up and down Zionsville's historic Main Street while nibbling on appetizers, savoring desserts from local bakeries and restaurants and enjoying a Books & Brews beer truck. Tickets are $45 until April 30. $50 after May 1. Details>>
34th Annual Brick Street Market
Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Main St.
This juried market features arts, crafts and more from 200 artisans and exhibitors. Stroll along Main Street in Zionsville to explore the market and visit local businesses—it’s a fun day of shopping! Free admission. Details >>
Zionsville Farmers' Market Opening Day
Opening Day Saturday, May 18, 8 – 11 a.m., Main & Hawthorne
The Zionsville Farmers Market opens the Saturday after Mother’s Day and is open every Saturday through September. Located at the corner of Main St. and Hawthorne, the market features more than 35 vendors who offer locally grown produce, as well as breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs and meat. Enjoy live music and special events too! Details >>
June
45th Annual Eagle Creek Folk Festival
Saturday, June 8 (1 p.m. – 8 p.m.) and Sunday June 9, (12 – 7 p.m.), Eagle Creek Park Marina
Indy Parks and Recreation sponsors this folk festival of music with dulcimers, guitars, banjos and harmonicas. Bring your instrument and join in the jam! Details >>
Indianapolis Cars & Coffee
Zionsville Lions Park, Saturday, June 15, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Are you passionate about vintage cars, muscle cars, exotic, and rare cars? Check out this group in the Zionsville Lions Park parking lot. Details >>
Gardens of Zionsville Tour
Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This is your chance to tour seven beautiful gardens around Zionsville. This year, the Garden Market returns, with its collection of specialty retail and art boutiques to liven up the home and garden. The SullivanMunce Cultural Center kicks off the tour with a garden party and reception the night before. $15 in advance. $20 day of event. Details >>
6th Annual Summer Night Trail Half & Quarter Marathon
Saturday, June 29, 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m., Eagle Creek Park
Run the night! After all, who wouldn’t want to run in the evening when it’s cool along the lovely trails at Eagle Creek? Pre-registration required. Wear your headlight and come home with a medal. Details >>
July
Lions Park Sunday Concert Series
July 7, 14, 21, 28 –7 p.m. , Lions Park
Come out to Lions Park every Sunday evening in July for a music-filled night under the stars! Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets and gather around the gazebo. Food and drinks will be available with a donation to Lions Club Park. Details >>
Zionsville Lions Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday, July 4, Lions Park, 5 – 10:30 p.m.
Fireworks at dusk. With tons of kids’ activities, food, music and, of course, spectacular fireworks, more than 14,000 people come out every year for this Zionsville tradition. This is the second-largest fundraiser of the year for the Zionsville Lions Club. Details >>
Boone County 4-H Fair
Lebanon Sunday, July 21 – Friday, July 26, 6 a.m. – 11 p.m., fairgrounds located at 1300 100 S, Lebanon.
All in for a fun with the family including animal shows, farm clinics, petting zoos, fair food, music, rides, and sunburns (bring plenty of sunscreen). Details >>
August
Zionsville Street Dance
Saturday, Aug. 3, 6-11 p.m., Main Street
Dance the night away at Zionsville Street Dance, Zionsville's largest party of the year. This family-friendly event features live music, local restaurants, food trucks, beer garden, kids' area and much more! Details to come >>
Zionsville Creekfest
August 10, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m, 9 a.m. (for cleanup), Elm Street Green
What started as a cleanup of Eagle Creek has become a full-blown annual festival celebrating Eagle Creek and our precious water resources. Register to help with the cleanup and come out for other fun activities, including a creek stomp for kids, kayak demonstrations, the Department of Natural Resources’ casting station, live music and much more! Details >>
September
66th Annual Zionsville Lions Fall Festival
Friday, September 6 – Sunday, September 8, Lions Park, 115 S. Elm Street.
Be a Superhero 2: Return of the Lions! is the theme for this three-day extravaganza featuring a superhero parade, bounce house, food, entertainment, amusement park rides and a car show—fun for every age! Be the guests of the Lions Club for this free admission event. Proceeds from food, rides and vendors go toward maintaining Lions Park. Details >>
Wednesday Morning Book Club Wednesday, September 11, 10-12 p.m., Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library.
This book group will discuss fiction and nonfiction books. No registration necessary. For adults (18 and over).
October
Zionsville Ghost Walk
Friday, October 4, and Saturday, October 5, 6 – 9 p.m. Meet at SullivanMunce Cultural Center, 225 West Hawthorne Street. Tours leaving every 15 minutes.
Take a guided walking tour of the historic village of Zionsville. Guests stop at vignettes to experience reenacted ghost stories from Zionsville’s spooky past. Advance tickets available. Adults $12, youth. Details >>
Annual Hit the Bricks 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 5, 8 – 10 a.m.
This is a charity fundraiser for the Zionsville Optimist Club. Run/walk supports Zionsville’s Boys and Girls Clubs, Little League, youth activities and scholarship programs. Run right down Main Street and through Zionsville’s colorful neighborhoods into the Zionsville Bike/Hike trail. Pre-registration required. Details >>
Indianapolis Cars & Coffee
Zionsville Lions Park, Saturday, October 19, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Are you passionate about vintage cars, muscle cars, exotic, and rare cars? Check out this group in the Zionsville Lions Park parking lot. Details >>
Pumpkins and Hayrides
Sunday, October 27, 2 - 5 p.m., Lions Park
Take the kids in full costume to this free, popular event, which features a costume contest, pumpkin painting, hayrides, bounce houses and games! Pumpkins and Hayrides is free, a gesture of the Zionsville Lions Club to thank the patrons of Lions Park for another great year. Details >>
November
Zionsville Education Foundation Barn Bash
November 9, Golf Club of Indiana
Barn Bash is Zionsville Education Foundation's largest fundraiser of the year, and includes dinner, a live band, dancing, a silent auction and much more. Tickets are expected to go on sale in late August. Details to come.
Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in the Village
Saturday, November 30, 5 - 8 p.m., Downtown Zionsville
The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce sponsors a magical parade your kiddos won’t soon forget, featuring live reindeer and Santa’s arrival in Zionsville! Parade begins at 5 p.m. at Eagle Elementary and features the Zionsville High School marching band and of course, Santa Claus. Details to come.
December
Christmas in the Village
Saturdays and Sundays in December beginning Sunday, December 1, Downtown Zionsville
Every December, Zionsville transforms into a picture-perfect Christmas Village. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year, with carriage rides, carolers, visits with Santa, and much more! For little ones, the SullivanMunce Cultural Center provides a mailbox that delivers their letters directly to Santa! Come out and experience the magic and cheer of the season! Details to come.
What's your favorite Zionsville event, or which one do you want to check out for the first time this year? We'd love to hear in the comments below!
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