Submitted by City of Fishers
Recently ranked the No. 2 best place to live in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Fishers is gearing up for a vibrant summer season filled with concerts, festivals, arts programming, and community events for all ages.
This year’s summer schedule features a wide variety of free and family-friendly activities including themed days at the Fishers Farmers Market, Touch-a-Truck, Park After Dark, Fourth of July fireworks, Free Tuesday Concerts at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, seasonal art classes, summer camps, and signature events like Spark!Fishers and the Fishers Lū’au.
Visit FishersIN.gov/Events for the latest happenings. The summer event lineup includes:
Park After Dark
July 10, Aug. 14 & Sept. 4 | 8 to 11 p.m. | Geist Waterfront Park (10811 Olio Road) | Ages 21+ | Free
Summer nights were made for the beach. Grab your friends for an adults-only monthly beach night at Geist Waterfront Park. Fishers Parks will bring the music, fire pits, and summer sunset views while MashCraft Brewing will see beer and wine onsite. Pack your chairs, blankets, and picnic to round out your plans and prepare to soak up summer. Learn more.
Fishers Farmers Market, Presented by IU Health
Saturdays through September | 8 a.m. to noon | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (6 Municipal Drive) | Free
As one of the top farmers markets in the region, marketgoers will experience an expanded layout this year with more than 90 Indiana vendors (with 25 new vendors), free community yoga, live music, kids’ activities, specialty market days, and the new Breezeway Café experience. Learn more at FishersParks.com/FarmersMarket.
Upcoming specialty days include:
- June 20: Biz Kidz Festival
- July 11: Accessibility and Inclusion Day
- July 25: Thrift-a-Thon
- Aug. 1: Health and Wellness Day
- Aug. 22: Safety Day
- Aug. 29: Day of Service
Geist Waterfront Park Beach Season
Now through Labor Day | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily | Geist Waterfront Park
Beach season returns to Geist Waterfront Park beginning May 29. Enjoy swimming, sandy beaches, and waterfront recreation all summer long with lifeguards on duty daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The park remains free outside of peak hours, with parking fees for non-residents during peak weekend hours and select holidays. Kayak, paddleboard, and shelter rentals are available. Learn more.
Cool Off at Fishers Splash Pads
Now through Labor Day | Open Daily | Free
Cool off this summer at Fishers’ splash pads, open daily through Labor Day at Holland Park (1 Park Drive) and Billericay Park (12690 Promise Road). Families can also enjoy the fountain at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater Pavilion (10 Municipal Drive), offering a fun way to beat the heat all season long. Learn more.
Fishers Parks Foundation presents: Gary Harris Buckets at Brooks School 3×3 Tournament
Saturday, June 6 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Brooks School Park (11780 Brooks School Road) | Prices vary
Get ready for fast-paced, high-energy basketball action with Milwaukee Bucks guard (and HSE High School grad) Gary Harris and the Fishers Parks Foundation. Register your team, or as a single, and prep for the competition. Various age divisions are available. Must be at least 10 years old to participate. Don’t want to play? Come out and watch the fun throughout the day. Learn more.
Free Tuesday Concerts at the NPD AMP
Tuesdays, June and July | 7 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
This popular summer tradition returns to the NPD AMP with free Tuesday night concerts throughout June and July. Grab your picnic and lawn chair and enjoy an evening of live music in the heart of downtown Fishers. No tickets or pre-registration required. Learn more.
Shows include:
- June 9: Living Proof, sponsored by Heritage Christian School
- June 16: Blue Water Kings
- June 23: Toy Factory, sponsored by GBC Bank
- June 30: Karma
- July 7: Big Rosco + The Hammers
- July 14: The Doo Band
- July 21: The Flying Toasters
- July 29: Stella Luna + The Satellites
Fishers Arts Council Second Fridays
Art receptions: Fridays, June 12 and July 10 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Art Gallery at City Hall (1 Municipal Drive)
Gallery Hop: Friday, Aug. 14 | 5 to 9 p.m. | Nickel Plate District
Celebrate local art and connect with Fishers’ creative community during Fishers Arts Council’s free Second Friday series. Enjoy art receptions featuring local and regional artists at the Art Gallery at City Hall, then explore artwork throughout the community during the Gallery Hop at various locations around the Nickel Plate District. Learn more at FishersArtsCouncil.org.
FIFA World Cup Outdoor Watch Parties
June 12, June 19 & June 25 | Various times | FORUM Credit Union Plaza at Fishers Event Center (11000 Stockdale St.) | Free
Get ready to experience the world’s biggest game like never before. Enjoy live match screenings, ice-cold refreshments, interactive fan experiences, and an electric community atmosphere as we cheer on Team USA. Upcoming matches include USA vs. Paraguay on June 12, USA vs. Australia on June 19, and Türkiye vs. USA on June 25. Learn more at FishersEventCenter.com.
Fishers Lū’au
Saturday, June 13 | 6 to 9 p.m. | Geist Waterfront Park | Free
Experience Polynesian culture with the entire family as the Fishers Lū’au returns to Geist Waterfront Park. Enjoy Polynesian-inspired entertainment, beach games, crafts, photo opportunities, swimming, and food and drink vendors as you make summer memories that will last. Free offsite parking shuttle service will be available with VIP parking available $25 per vehicle. Learn more.
Ticketed Summer Concert Series at the NPD AMP
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater
The NPD AMP brings another season of emerging artists and longtime favorites to one of the Midwest’s premier outdoor stages. Get tickets for these upcoming shows at npdamp.com and stay tuned for upcoming announcement as new acts are added.
- June 19: Dumpstaphunk: Dumpsta Plays Sly & The Family Stone
- July 25: Band of Horses + Dinosaur Jr.
- July 26: Allen Stone
- Aug. 22: The Crane Wives
- Sept. 12: Niko Moon
Music at The 106
Thursdays, June 18, July 16 & Aug. 20 | 6 to 9 p.m. | The 106 Plaza (8100 E. 106th St.) | Free
Enjoy free live music on the lawn at the new 106 Plaza, located at The 106 Trail and the Nickel Plate Trail. Grab a drink from MashCraft Brewing or Niyyah Coffee, explore the Maker Playground, or purchase a make-and-take kit while enjoying live music. Learn more.
Spark!Fishers 5K & Firecracker 1 Mile
Wednesday, June 24 | 7 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Prices vary
Kick off Spark!Fishers with the annual 5K and Firecracker 1 Mile Run/Walk, Strengthened by IU Health. This family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities while raising funds for the Indiana Chapter of A Kid Again. Participants are invited to an all-ages post-race celebration featuring free ice cream, beer, and NA drinks for participants, inflatables, a foam party, food trucks, and more. Register at runsignup.com/sparkfishers5k.
Spark!Fishers, Presented by Meijer
Friday, June 26 | 8 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
Saturday, June 27 | 4 to 10 p.m. | Fishers Municipal Complex | Free
Spark!Fishers, presented by Meijer, kicks off Friday, June 26, with a free concert and drone show, followed by the annual Spark!Fishers Street Festival in downtown Fishers on Saturday, June 27. Saturday’s celebration will feature street vendors, a parade, live music, Car + Art Show, free entertainment, fireworks, and family-friendly activities for all ages and abilities. Learn more at SparkFishers.com.
Paws for Prevention
Sunday, June 28 | 2 to 4 p.m. | Fishers White River Park (5650 White River Park Drive) | Free
Bring your dogs, family, and friends for the first-ever Indiana Paws for Prevention walk, a family-friendly fundraising event hosted in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Fishers Health Department. Enjoy a stroll with your pup, raffle, photo opportunities, mental health resources, and messages of hope and remembrance as you explore the natural beauty of Fishers’ newest park. Learn more.
Fourth of July Fireworks Shows & Free Concert
Saturday, July 4 | Dusk (approximately 10 p.m.) | Various locations | Free
Celebrate Independence Day with three fireworks shows throughout Fishers, presented by Fishers Parks. Find your perfect location: enjoy live music at 8 p.m. from Groovesmash at the NPD AMP prior to the fireworks, view the fireworks from the water on Geist Reservoir, or gather at Hamilton Southeastern High School (12499 Olio Road) at dusk to enjoy a laid-back environment. Learn more.
Monsoon Madness
Saturday, July 18 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for pre-purchased early access, noon to 3 p.m. for general admission | Holland Park (1 Park Drive)
Cool off from the summer heat at Monsoon Madness, returning to Holland Park with giant waterslides, a mini-monsoon area for little ones, and live entertainment. Early access is available from 11 a.m. to noon for the first 500 registrants, with free general admission beginning at noon. Pre-registration is required. Learn more at FishersParks.com/MonsoonMadness.
All American Ice Cream Bike Ride
Tuesday, July 21 | 6 to 7:30 p.m. | Nickel Plate District | Free
Enjoy a summer evening celebrating America’s 250 with two wheels. This casual, family-friendly ride begins at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater with bike decorating and other activities before heading to Holland Park for a pit stop to cool off with a scoop of Handels ice cream. The ride finishes back at the NPD AMP where participants can stay to enjoy the free Tuesday Night Concert.
Christmas in July
Friday, July 25 | Noon to 2 p.m. | Geist Waterfront Park | Free
Head to the beach for a holly‑jolly good time at this festive pop‑up celebration. Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus, beach games, family‑friendly activities, and cheerful holiday décor, all with a summer twist.
Before the Bell
Thursday, July 30 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
Ring in the start of the school year with Hamilton Southeastern Schools in partnership with Fishers Parks. Meet representatives from your school, learn more about district initiatives, network with other families, and get excited about the upcoming school year. Learn more at HSESchools.org.
Yoga on the Beach
Thursdays, June to September | 7 p.m. | Geist Waterfront Park I Free
Fishers Parks hosts its weekly free yoga series on the beach at Geist Waterfront Park throughout the summer season. No registration is required. Participants must be 13 years or older and bring their own yoga mat. Learn more.
Fishers Fire Department’s Cul-de-sac Drills
Dates & locations vary | 7 p.m. | Free
Fishers Fire Department returns to neighborhoods around Fishers this summer for cul-de-sac drills! Firefighters will give little and big kids alike an opportunity to handle the fire hose line or run through the spray during these family-friendly neighborhood events. See locations and dates at FishersIN.gov/CulDeSacDrills.
Fishers Summer Camps
Mondays to Fridays | Half & full day options available
When school’s out for summer, the fun is just getting started! Choose from half and full-day camps like Camp Playmakers, Storybook Studios, Camp Chronicles, and enrichment offerings like bowling, robotics, art, ultimate ninjas, and more. New this year, camps are offered for kids as young as three. Sign up at FishersIN.gov/Camps.
Fishers Art Center Make It Take Its, Camps & Classes
Dates and times vary | Fishers Art Center (1 Municipal Drive)
Get creative this summer at the Fishers Art Center with camps, classes, workshops, and one-time Make It Take It experiences for all ages. All Fishers residents receive the member rate for all registered experiences. Upcoming offerings include watercolor beach sunsets, gel printing, yarn art, slab planters, creative calligraphy, and more. Visit FishersArtCenter.org to register.
Fishers Event Center Summer Events
Various dates & times | Fishers Event Center (11000 Stockdale St.)
The Fishers Event Center is bringing an exciting lineup of entertainment to the city this summer. Catch three special performances by Billy Strings on Aug. 6, 7, and 8, experience the fast‑paced action of Fishers Freight football through July 26, and don’t miss Inside The Sound: An Immersive Musical Experience on June 27. Explore the full calendar and get tickets at FishersEventCenter.com.
Forest Bathing
Dates & times vary | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve | $36 for residents, $54 non-residents
Join a Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide for Forest Bathing at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. Forest Bathing is a practice of nature immersion, elevating sensory observations in the present moment. Participants “bathe” in the sights, sounds, textures, and scents they encounter while on an intentionally slow, guided outing. Your certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide will facilitate your experience through a series of invitations to promote nature connection. Register at FishersParks.com/Forest.
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