articles

Outdoor Summer Fun in Hendricks County (And mostly FREE!)

Don't Miss Out on the Biggest Family Events This Summer!

By Krista Hershey May 29, 2019

Get ready to make some memories with your family! Mark your calendars for the biggest outdoor family events going on in our community this summer that you won't want to miss.


Summer Concert Series

Brownsburg Summer Concert Series
When: Various Saturdays and times, June 8 - August 3
Where: Arbuckle Acres Park in Brownsburg
Cost: FREE

Concert by the Creek
When: June 7, July 12, & August 2
Where: Washington Township Park in Avon
Cost: FREE

Hummel Park Concert Series
When: Various nights June 8 - September 21, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Where: Hummel Park in Plainfield
Cost: FREE

Evenings in Ellis Concert/Movie Series
Where: Ellis Park in Danville
When: Various Fridays June 14 - August 9, 7:00 PM
Cost: FREE


Summer Fun Run Series
Each park will have a 1-mile course and an additional course to be determined by the park host. ALL running abilities welcome! Register through the link on their website. Start anytime between 4 & 7 PM.
When: Most Wednesdays 4:00 - 7:00 PM, May 29 - August 21
Where: Tour of Trails throughout Hendricks County (check the website for a full list with dates)
Cost: FREE (donations accepted)


Outdoor Movies

Movies on the Hill
When: August 9 at 9:00 PM & September 6 at 8:30 PM
Where: Avon Town Hall Park
Cost: FREE

Family Movie Nights
When: Various nights throughout the summer, starting May 30. Activities begin at 7 PM, Movie starts at 9 PM
Where: The Shops at Perry Crossing in Plainfield
Cost: FREE

Evenings in Ellis Concert/Movie Series
Where: Ellis Park in Danville
When: Various Fridays June 7 - August 2, Movies begin at Dusk
Cost: FREE


Hendricks County Rib Fest & Avon Balloon Glow
You'll find live entertainment, lots of food, tethered hot air balloon rides, games for kids, and fireworks! Local Restaurants compete for best ribs and best sauce. Sign up for the Rib Run earlier in the day to burn off your rib calories.
When: June 29, 4:00 PM
Where: Kingsway Christian Church in Avon
Cost: FREE (Parking is $5)


Hendricks County 4-H Fair
So much to see at the Fair! Animals, exhibits, tractor pulls, so many contests and races, live entertainment, and all the fried food you could ever want!
When: July 14-17
Where: Hendricks County Fair Grounds
Cost: PreSale Tickets $3


*As always, be sure to check the event's website or Facebook page for information or weather changes.