Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. | Graphic by 6AM City
This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15 — meaning it’s a great time to browse our gift guide for parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends. Shop great gifts that say I appreciate you:
Local pick:Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story | $35 | This leather journal makes a great family keepsake for them to write their stories in to be passed down.
Golf practice net | $99.99 | Golfers can perfect their swing before stepping out on the course with this golf net great for backyards, basements, or even the living room.
Personalized photo wallet card | $14.95 | Tug on heartstrings with this engraved metal wallet insert that features your custom message on one side + a meaningful photo on the other.
Local pick:End grain butcher block | $100+ | Help them level up their charcuterie game with a custom cutting board.
Neck + shoulders heating pad | $39.99 | This electric heat wrap helps with back pain, muscle aches, and de-stressing.
Crocs recovery slide | $64.95 | If they already love Crocs, upgrade them to the next best thing: a luxe, comfortable slide that will become their most-worn shoe of the summer.
Custom photo socks | $16.99 | Photos of pets, babies, or any person can be added to these socks that are sure to surprise and delight.
Carhartt lunch box | $29.50 | This camping cooler and worksite lunchbox is durable, waterproof, and extra roomy.
Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, insulated cooler sleeve can fit into the side pocket of most golf bags and fits up to six beer cans.
Sip on a local brew while your pooches play at the Metazoa dog park. | Photo by @stellajune13
Round of a-paws, please. From dog-friendly restaurants like Natural State Provisions to splurge-worthy spots like Bottleworks Hotel, get ready to dig into this guide for pup-perfect places around the 317.
Metazoa Brewing Co. | This local craft brewery has a pet-friendly taproom, a patio space with tables, and a dog park with a nice skyline view. It also donates 5% of its profits to animal and wildlife organizations.
Crate Escapes Dog Park + Bar, Westfield | This destination for dogs and their paw-rents features a supervised dog park with 1.5 acres of indoor/outdoor off-leash space, a bar, and fun events + activities.
Three Dogs Bakery | The world’s first bakery for dogs opened in 1989 and specializes in all-natural treats made from scratch for healthier, happier pets.
Digs | This garden center near North Mass Boulder welcomes dogs and even has a free small gated dog park on its property.
First Fridays | 5-11 p.m. | North Mass Boulder | $5 | Visit the climbing gym for a workout sesh + browse local artists’ work.
Saturday, June 7
Free Fishing Day | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Urban Wilderness Trail, White River State Park | Free | Enjoy the great outdoors and reel in some exciting catches without a fishing license.
5th Annual Putts and Pints | 3 p.m. | Hotel Tango | $25+ | Join Habitat for Humanity Young Professionals for a one-of-a-kind mini-golf + craft beer bar tour through Fountain Square.
Sunday, June 8
Justice For Our Neighbors | 5-9 p.m. | Borage | $40+ | Join an all-you-can-eat family-style block party fundraiser with food + drinks, live music, and raffles benefiting Immigrants’ and Language Rights Center.
Monday, June 9
Broadway Musical Trivia Night | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Sun King, Fishers | Free | Test your knowledge of iconic musicals, beloved songs, and legendary performers.
With sunny skies and temps around 75 degrees, it’s the perfect time for lake days at Monroe, Lemon, or Griffy, or a hike through Hoosier National Forest.
Not big on the outdoors? No sweat. Try this instead:
Local developer Keystone Group is beginning construction on the last phase of its 220 Meridian office building conversion project. It will add another 57 upscale apartment units to the 20-story downtown tower, formerly occupied by AT&T. The project is set to complete in summer 2026. (IBJ)
Open
Broad Ripple cocktail bar Thieves is now open in its new location at 6302 Guilford Ave., with the bar operating as a coffee shop during the day. See what else has recently opened.
Concert
The Indiana State Fair announced the first list of Hoosier Lottery Free Stage concerts, featuring favorites like Babyface and Bill Murray, to appear during the fair’s run Aug. 1-18. See the lineup. (WTHR)
Arts
Tickets to one of Indy’s biggest art fairs are live. Secure your spot at Evening with Penrod — a Friday night garden party with early access to 100+ incredible artists and the 58th Annual Penrod Arts Fair on Saturday, Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Try This
Looking for weekend plans? This Saturday, June 7 + Sunday, June 8, Bank of America is offering cardholders free general admission to Newfields and Conner Prairie. Learn more.
Giveaway
Wheel Fun Rentals and the Indianapolis Indians are teaming up for an opportunity for fans to enjoy a boat ride on the Canal alongside Indians mascot, Rowdie. The winner will also receive four tickets to an upcoming game, plus a gift card for the Team Store + concession stands. Enter to win.
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This best-selling bath mat. When was the last time you replaced the mats in your bathroom? If you’re anything like us, it’s been too long. Consider this your sign to upgrade. We love this one that features a soft, ultra-absorbent design and comes in multiple colors and sizes for easily mixing + matching.
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Crate Escapes in Westfield quickly became my favorite place to bring my dog, Indy. I’ve visited two weekends in a row — for the foam party event for Memorial Day weekend + @unothegoldenretriever’s birthday party. The dog park and bar hosts events all the time, including trivia night every Tuesday at 7 p.m.
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