Keep your eyes peeled for cool photo ops during Penrod on the Newfields grounds â including the famous giant blue snail. | @localtourist.indy
Get ready for a total eclipse of the art.The Penrod Arts Fair, aka âIndianaâs Nicest Day,â returns to Newfields on Saturday, Sept. 6 for its 58th year.
Letâs paint a picture of what you can expect.
đ¨ Shop âtil you drop
Penrodâs main attraction is the incredible assembly of 350+ artists from all over the nation, selling everything from jewelry to woodworking pieces to oil paintings.
đş Food + drink
Fuel your shopping extravaganza with trips to the food tents and beer garden.
𩰠Entertainment
Feast your eyes (and ears) on the local acts taking over Penrodâs five stages. Whether youâre interested in ballet, jazz music, magicians, choirs, or indie singer/songwriters, youâll find plenty of performances to fill your day. Check out the lineup.
đď¸ Tickets + parking
The fair draws ~20,000 patrons â purchase an $18 ticket to join them. Pro tip: Park at Lafayette Square Mall and take a free shuttle to and from Newfields.
Labor Day Street Fair | 2 p.m. | The Jazz Kitchen | Cost of purchase | Wander this annual sidewalk festival with plenty of food vendors and a vibrant live music lineup.
Tuesday, Sept. 2
Two-Step Tuesday | 7-10 p.m. | Dukeâs Indy | Free | Hit the dance floor for two-step lessons, line dancing, and live honky-tonk music from The Cold Hearts and Friends.
Wednesday, Sept. 3
Near West Job Fair | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Haughville Branch | Free | Bring your business card to network with Indy professionals, or take your resume to the Career Center for advice.
Thursday, Sept. 4
Ladies Only Plant Club | 7 p.m. | Aliceâs Garden | $13 | Gather with fellow green-thumbed gals to swap gardening tips, purchase permanent jewelry, and enjoy snacks + sips while you mingle.
Friday, Sept. 5
Carmel on Canvas 2025 | Friday, Sept. 5-Saturday, Sept. 6 | 8 a.m. | Carmel Fire Department Headquarters, Carmel | $13+ | Artists of all ages can register for two days of painting in plein air â more than $13,000 in total prizes will be up for grabs.
Step into a scene straight out of âBridgertonâ in this Georgian-style mansion in Zionsville. Set on 18 acres of pristine grounds, the 5-bedroom, 8-bath home (once owned by former pharmaceutical exec Rene Lewin) boasts a grand foyer, billiards lounge, theater room, and chandeliers everywhere â yes, even in the bathrooms.
Show
Musical fans, take note: âBroadway Off Broadwayâ brings hits from âSweeney Todd,â âOklahoma!,â and âAnnieâ to the stage at Downtown Dinner Theatre. Catch a dinner show or opt for the brunch buffet on select weekends in September. Pro tip: Adult tickets for Dinner and Sunday Brunch are $62 with code 2025BROADWAY.*
Eat
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Graeterâs Ice Cream, aka the most popular ice cream brand in Indiana. While weâd never pass up a pint of Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip, Naptownâs local ice cream shops serve our favorite scoops.
Watch
Peaceful Sundays were fun while they lasted, but now itâs time for the NFL to return this Thursday, Sept. 4. The Indianapolis Colts get their campaign underway on Sunday, Sept. 7 vs. the Miami Dolphins. Catch the games on Hulu.
Number
87. Thatâs how many haunted houses are in Indiana, according to The Scare Factor, though that number may climb if more haunts make their presence known. You can explore the directory to find one near you, but only if youâre brave enough.
Trending
Have you heard of chair yoga? The mind-body practice, which swaps a mat for a chair, has risen in popularity thanks to its easily accessible and inclusive nature. Try a few poses at home, or roll out your mat at one of Circle Cityâs yoga studios.
Sports
What are the odds the Pacers make a move for a center this season? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Pacerswith Locked Onâs daily, team-focused podcasts.
Jobs
âThe process is super easy and far more cost-effective than using a recruiter.â Thatâs what one business owner said about hiring through our Job Board. See for yourself â post your open positions for free.
Eagle Creek Parkâs Lily Lake is a great spot for a picnic when youâre ready for a break. | Photo by @freezeframe56
Happy Labor Day, Indy. Whether youâre looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, Indy features 200+ parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy.
Grab your shades and trusty water bottle â here are some of the Circle Cityâs best.
Good for hiking
Eagle Creek Park, 7840 W. 56th St.
This is one of the nationâs top 10 largest municipal parks, comprising 3,900 acres of woods, meadows, and ponds + 1,300 acres of reservoir.
Fit for the family
Garfield Park, 2345 Pagoda Dr.
Known as the cityâs âoldest multi-use greenspace,â this 128-acre park offers a 10,000-sqft tropical conservatory, three-acre sunken garden, and a childrenâs garden.
A three-pack of womenâs athletic leggings, marked down by 42% for Labor Day. Perfect for cycling, dance, yoga, workouts, or everyday wear, stock up on a high-waisted style in your choice of neutral colors.
The fun doesnât have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Bye for now â Iâm off to spend the day poolside with good friends, cold drinks, and homemade subs. Follow (swim)suit and soak up the last days of summer at one of Indyâs public pools.
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