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Kid-friendly activities in Indianapolis, IN
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Indianapolis has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 18, 2025 11:53 AM
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6 fall events at Indy Parks to add to your calendar
Discover seasonal fun and festive activities for all ages across Indy Parks.
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🍂 Fall into the spirit of the season with this must-do activity
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Head outside with a guide to Indy’s parks
We’re highlighting 14 parks that Indianapolis has to offer — complete with Eagle Creek, Holliday Park, and Garfield Park.
October 4, 2025
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Staff
Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate and learn about the monarch migration through Indianapolis
Find out where to spot the winged creatures and what you can do to keep them protected + flying high.
August 29, 2025
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Shea Stapley
Travel and Outdoors
Beat the heat with a Getmyboat rental near Indy
Hit the water by renting a pontoon, jetski, kayak, or other watercraft from another Indy resident.
August 19, 2025
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Shea Stapley
Fitness
Where to play pickleball around Indy
Indy’s full of pickleball players, so we’re sharing some of the best spots to get your game on.
August 7, 2025
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Nicole Hernandez
Live
Indy’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in Indy that span from places to eat, drink, shop, and stay the night.
July 17, 2025
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Staff
Culture
Where would you put an outdoor library in Indianapolis?
The concept is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in Indy.
July 14, 2025
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Happy trails: Our guide to hiking around Indy
Check out these hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Indianapolis for outdoor adventures.
July 3, 2025
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The Buy
Seasonal
This holiday gift will actually get use + it’s $15
December 12, 2025
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The Buy
Simultaneously invest in your health and wardrobe with this smart ring
December 12, 2025
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The Buy
Learning guitar doesn’t have to feel overwhelming
December 11, 2025
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Latest News
Check out the most popular books in Indy this year, according to the Indianapolis Public Library
December 20, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
How to turn your Indianapolis yard into a mini wildlife haven
December 18, 2025
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Staff
Live
Happy Hauling: Flea markets, vintage, and resale shops in Indianapolis
December 11, 2025
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History
The history of snow in Indianapolis
December 11, 2025
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Holiday pop-up bars around Indy
Get in the holiday spirit with these over-the-top themed pop-up bars.
December 10, 2025
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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Indy
Dining in Indy is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
December 9, 2025
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Staff
City
Indy’s GIS mapping decoded
Did you know the city and county provide interactive GIS maps of Indianapolis to connect you to resources and help you get to know your community?
December 9, 2025
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Culture
How would Santa’s reindeer spend Christmas in Indy?
Here’s how we think Santa’s stalwart friends would spend a well-deserved night off in the Circle City.
December 9, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
City
What Hoosiers googled this year
Google Year in Search is out — check out what Hoosiers were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
December 4, 2025
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Staff
Events
Winter holiday celebrations around Indy
Whether you’re looking forward to Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or Yule, here are some ways you can celebrate around town this year.
December 3, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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20+ upcoming concerts headed to Indy
Avril Lavigne?
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. Keith Urban?
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. It’s not a bad idea to triple-check this list and get your concert tickets before they sell out.
December 1, 2025
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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Indy
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
December 1, 2025
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Staff
Small Business
Where to buy a Christmas tree in Indy
How lovely are thy branches — if you buy from one of these local lots, nurseries, and farms.
November 26, 2025
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Shea Stapley
