What a beautiful day this morning; and I hear that temps are going to be under 80. Finally a break in the heat, but no break for the family. It’s summer time and a great time for everyone to get together and have some fun. Check out some of the events below to help:
- Must See Racing at Lucas Oil Raceway.
Featuring Winged Sprint Car series auto racing, weather permitting. Verify with the venue if inclement weather exists on the day of this event. Ticket prices vary. Info: See Web site below or call 317-291-4090. http://www.lucasoilraceway.com/
- Marion County 4-H Fair in Indianapolis.
June 21-29: Hours and activities vary daily. Info: See Web site below or call 317-353-2444. http://www.marioncountyfair.org/
- Paint Downtown Nashville’ in Brown County.
A two-day painting event from Friday at 6 PM to Saturday at 6 PM. Gathering point is at the Downtown Pavilion on the Village Green. Info: See Web site below or call 812-988-4609. http://www.browncountyartgallery.org/
- Indiana Medical History Museum Open in Indianapolis.
The museum maintains a collection of scientific artifacts from the 19th and 20th centuries in a completely authentic setting. Guided tours Thu-Sat, 10 AM to 4 PM (last tour at 3 PM), plus Wed by appointment only. Info: 317-635-7529. http://www.imhm.org/
- Caboose Rides at the Indiana Transportation Museum.
Train rides from Forest Park to the Courthouse in Noblesville and back. Six departures from the park, 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM; six returns from the courthouse, 11:50 AM to 3:50 PM. $5. Info: See Web site below or call 317-773-6000. http://www.itm.org/Jeffersonian.php
- ‘Bookin’ It for Justice’ at IPS School 91.
This three-part book study includes the whole family in interactive (and age appropriate) discussion about human trafficking. 2-5 PM. Info: See Web site below or call 317-782-5535. http://www.purchased.org/
- ‘Groovin’ in the Garden’ Summer Music Series at Easley Winery.
Featuring a live music performance by Island Breeze, 2-5 PM. The summer music series is every Saturday, May 18 to Sept. 28, 2-5 PM. Free live music and weekly wine specials. Info: See Web site below or call 317-636-4516. http://www.easleywinery.com/
- Yellow Rose Carriage Tours in Downtown Indianapolis.
Horse-drawn carriage rides (1-4 passengers) are available Mon-Thu 6-11 PM, Fri 6 PM to 12 AM, Sat 4 PM to 12 AM, Sun 4-11 PM. Tour length and pricing varies. Info: 317-634-3400. http://www.indycarriage.com/
- Mean Streets 5K Urban Obstacle Race at White River State Park.
Race through three miles of “Mean Streets” encountering over 10 themed obstacles throughout 4 different zones. Start and finish at Celebration Plaza. 4-11 PM. $70. Info: See Web site below or call 888-667-1353. http://meanstreetsracing.com/indianapolis
- Blue Ribbon Carriage Tours in Downtown Indianapolis.
Horse-drawn carriage rides (1-4 passengers) are available Mon-Thu 6-11 PM, Fri 6 PM to 12 AM, Sat 4 PM to 1 AM, Sun 1-11 PM. Length of tour and pricing varies. Info: See Web site or call 317-631-4169. http://www.blueribboncarriages.com/
- Hendricks County Rib-Fest at Kingsway Christian Church.
Live music, family activities, food and fireworks. 5-10 PM. Free admission. Info: See Web site below or call 317-272-4333. http://www.avonchamber.org/
- ‘Celebrate America’ at Mallow Run Winery.
Celebrate the USA with food and music with American roots. Good food, Indiana wine, and classic American blugrass music by Cornfields and Crossroads. 5-8 PM. Free admission. Info: See Web site below or call 317-422-1556. http://www.mallowrun.com/
- Ride the Blue Arrow Train at the Indiana Transportation Museum.
A train ride to Tipton and back with dinner at your choice of Pizza Shack, Pizza King or Jim Dandy. Train ride and dinner priced separately. Selected Saturdays, May 18 to Oct. 26. Reservations required. Info: 317-773-6000. http://www.itm.org/Jeffersonian.php
- Indianapolis Indians Baseball at Victory Field.
Louisville Bats vs. Indianapolis Indians, weather permitting. Verify with the venue if inclement weather exists on game day. Info: See Web site below or call 317-269-3542. http://www.indyindians.com/
- Fireworks Show at the Greenwood Freedom Festival in Johnson County.
The Greenwood Freedom Festival wraps up the day’s activities with a fireworks show at dusk, weather permitting. Info: See Web site below or call 317-881-4545. http://www.greenwood.in.gov/department/?structureid=352
Wow and that’s just what’s happening today! Thanks to Aroundindy.com and keep checking each weekend for your list of events going on in and around Indy.
