We’re officially just about a month away from the start of fall — water you doing to savor the last days of summer?
With Indy’s outdoor venues, water spots, ice cream shops + warm weather activities, anything is popsicle, err — possible. Put on some sunglasses and start crossing things off on our top 10 end-of-summer activities list.
City editor Shea made a weekend camping trip up to Chain O’ Lakes to complete the nine lake paddle challenge.
Photo by INDYtoday team
- Stop by one of Indy’s many ice cream shops for a scoop (or three).
- Have a picnic with these pro tips.
- Sun’s out, buns out. Enjoy the unofficial dish of summer — hot dogs.
- Grab a cozy blanket and head to the countryside to see some stars.
- Soak up the rest of patio season before the space heaters come out.
- Put some time on the calendar for a date night with your new fling, your longtime love, or yourself (you deserve it).
- Catch one of the 70 different IndyFringe shows before Sunday, Sept. 3.
- Watch a movie from the comfort of your car at Tibbs Drive-In Theatre or surrounded by chef’s kiss-worthy food at “Movies at Midtown.”
- Work outside and enjoy the fresh air before it gets too chilly.
- Kayak, canoe, or paddle board around the Circle City.
Bonus points if you take advantage of these seasonal adventures:
- Bring your lawn chairs and a bottle of wine to Symphony on the Prairie.
- Practice some zen with outdoor yoga at Holliday Park.
- Bring the whole family to the Feast of Lanterns on Saturday, Aug. 26.
- Chase away the end of summer blues with, well, the Fishers Blues Fest, grooving your way Friday, Sept. 1 and Saturday, Sept. 2.
- Hit the 56th annual Penrod Arts Fair on Saturday, Sept. 9.
What’s the must-do thing on your end of summer bucket list? Let us know so we don’t end up with FOMO (aka fear of missing out).
