Fall Festivals in Indianapolis

Celebrate the Changing of the Seasons

As the leaves don their vibrant autumn hues and the scent of pumpkin spice fills the air, Indy awakens with a flurry of fall festivities. We invite you to explore the best of arts and culture, enjoy family-friendly fun, and immerse yourself in the seasonal splendor that graces the heart of Indiana. Read on for our guide to Indy's finest fall festivals.

Family Fun Festivals

From pumpkins and ghouls to football and family time, fall in Indy is full of festivals celebrating the season. Explore these classic fall-in-Indy experiences for a memorable autumn. At Harvest Nights, your family can experience the magic of the season like never before. A night of thrills, chills, and laughter await you at Newfields this fall. Experience these and other family-friendly festivals that celebrate fall below.

Cultural Festivals

Think global when you celebrate fall in Indy. Throughout the city, various cultural organizations gather to share their traditions, cuisine, games, and celebrations this fall. Coming up at the end of September, join the Indianapolis Cultural Trail for Viernes Cultural - Latin Night at Lugar Plaza. This free celebration of Latin culture includes live music, dancing, and food. Enjoy the sounds of Son de Esquina, one of Indy’s hottest Latin bands, and learn new dance moves from the talented instructors of Latin Expressions Dance Company. For a sweet treat, indulge in a croissant or macaron at the St. Joan of Arc French Market. And it wouldn't be fall without the much-awaited chilled pints that make up the city's Oktoberfests!

Arts & Music Festivals

We invite you to embark on a journey through Indy's thriving arts and music festival scene, where every brushstroke and every note contributes to a masterpiece of experiences. Feel the beat with this year's musical festivals, All IN Music & Arts Festival at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Indy Jazz Fest, at various locations in the city. And as Indy becomes alive in a symphony of colors, melodies, and culture, you can slow down and enjoy the finer things in life this fall, like the Heartland International Film Festival and the Spirit & Place Festival.