We are already in the middle of October, and with a wisp of fall in the air, it’s time to look forward to a couple of events coming up in Fishers.
First, the Fishers Farmers Market will be moving from the outside Amphitheater to the warm confines of the Holland Park shelter house. The Holiday version of the Farmers Market begins Nov. 2 and runs through Dec. 28 from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.
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The Fishers Parks Department says the market will feature local veggies, fruits, meat and baked goods from over 25 vendors.
Second, with Halloween getting closer on the calendar, the city has announced the annual Boo Bash is set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 on the Central Green in the Nickel Plate District, just south of City Hall.
Boo Bash features fun for children of all ages, including more than 60 vendor booths for safe trick-or-treating, inflatables, giveaways, live entertainment and more. More than half the vendors will have designated Teal Pumpkin Project booths to provide an inclusive experience for kids with food allergies and special needs. The Fishers Farmers Market will host a special Monster Market in conjunction with the event, so you can stock up on fall favorites such as mums, pumpkins and gourds while you enjoy the spooky fun.
Boo Bash attendees can also enjoy the brand-new Play Fishers mobile app, available on the App Store and on Google Play. The free app features a digital scavenger hunt, vendor lineup, event map and more.
Get a head start on the fun at the Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. Help the Fishers Parks & Recreation team decorate for Boo Bash by carving a pumpkin to display at the event. All ages are welcome at this free event, and pumpkins and carving tools will be provided.
Share a photo of your costume for a chance to win the Boo Bash Digital Costume Contest. Public voting began Friday on the Fishers Parks & Recreation Facebook page, and the five photos with the most “likes” will win a prize pack. There’s also a Division for pet costumes.
Free event parking is available at The Flats at Switch, Fishers Police Station, and Spark Apartments. Handicap accessible parking will be located in the southeast City Hall lot. Street parking is also available throughout the Nickel Plate District.
Learn more about Boo Bash at playfishers.com/BooBash, and follow along with the spooky fun on social media with #FishersBooBash. In the event of inclement weather, Boo Bash will be rescheduled for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27.