• Indy Reads Lit Stage Open Mic
• Broad Ripple Art Fair
• Strawberry Festival
• Community Peace Walk & Block Party
• Juneteenth Foodways Festival
• Pride Parade
• Lumpia Festival
• Celebration on the Circle
• Talbot Street Art Fair
• Bloombox Festival
• Fridays at the Fort
• Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival

Indy Reads Lit Stage Open Mic

🗓️ 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30
📍 Indy Reads, 1066 Virginia Ave.
🎟️ Free

Broad Ripple Art Fair

🗓️ 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 16th and Sunday May 17th
📍 Indy Art Center, 820 E. 67th St.
🎟️ $18-$20

This is the 54th annual Broad Ripple Art Fair. This two day art fair is the Indy Art Center’s largest fundraiser every year, so all the money goes to add to and support the art around the city.

Strawberry Festival

🗓️ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 11
📍 Christ Cathedral Church, 125 Monument Circle
🎟️ $10 for the works

Enjoy some fresh strawberry shortcake with biscuits, ice cream, and whipped topping! The Christ Church Cathedral Women host this festival. The event serves as a fundraiser for local, national, and international non-profit organizations.

Community Peace Walk & Block Party

🗓️ 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 17th
📍 Edna Martin Christian Center Legacy Campus, 2259 Ralston Ave.
🎟️ Free

Enjoy live music, vendors, small businesses, and local food while celebrating the historic Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood.

Juneteenth Foodways Festival

🗓️ 4:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 13
📍 Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N. Delaware St.
🎟️ Free general admission, $20 for early admission at 3:30 p.m.

Support Black food vendors, celebrate the influence of Black cuisine on America’s favorite foods and learn about Dolly Johnson, the first Black caterer to work in the White House.

Pride Parade

🗓️ 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14
📍 Mass Ave
🎟️ Free

Come to the Indy Pride Parade to support the LGBTQIA+ community on June 14th! Floats, dancers, and drag queens parade down Mass Ave to celebrate queer joy. Anyone can join the parade band. Sign up, wear an Indy Pride t-shirt and bring your instrument. There’s a rehearsal the day before.

Lumpia Festival

🗓️ 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 14
📍 Philippine Cultural Community Center, 4141 S. East St.
🎟️ $5 donation for entry

The Lumpia Festival in Indianapolis is a fun way to try both traditional and creative Filipino spring rolls. With great food and a lively vibe, it’s a quick, tasty way to experience something new.

Celebration on the Circle

🗓️ Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15
📍Monument Circle
🎟️ Free

This is a party on the Circle for all ages with line dancing, a DJ, performances and a drag queen story time. Visit food vendors and health care providers’ tables. Then on Sunday, Indy Pride will partner with Indy Gay Market to bring local artisans to the celebration.

Talbot Street Art Fair

🗓️ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 21
📍 Herron Morton neighborhood
🎟️ Free

It’s that time of year again. Stop by the Talbot Street Art Fair to see the best in craftsmanship and artistry of over 200 artists from across the country. Come buy art and enjoy some amazing food from local food trucks. The Talbot Street Art Fair is great for all ages!

Bloombox Festival

🗓️ Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 21
📍 Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St.
🎟️ Free

The outdoor festival will feature local indie musicians and visual artists who will perform and create original work. Also, you can buy handmade goods at the DIY contemporary craft fair. I’m excited to see you all there! You can sign up to be a vendor at https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=42406

Fridays at the Fort

🗓️ 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, June 13 and June 25
📍 Arts for Lawrence, 8920 Otis Ave.
🎟️ Free

On June 13, listen to Akili Ni Mali, a singer highlighted at this year’s Art & Soul. On June 27, HeartStone Crossing Band will rock out to oldies music. Every Friday at the Fort includes food trucks and activities for all ages, and even your furry friends!

Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival

🗓️ 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 27th-28th
📍 Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St.
🎟️ $10-$20; free for kids under four

The Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival is one of the largest and most beloved cultural festivals in the Midwest! Shop some jewelry, artwork, food, and so much more!