Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Take a hike with Wild Birds Unlimited in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park on Free First Thursday. You’ll find all sorts of feathered friends, including white-breasted nuthatches, downy woodpeckers, goldfinches, and more on this 1.5-mile guided hike. Meet at The Garden Entrance on Newfields’ main campus. Binoculars are available to borrow, but […]
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Come for a story time and an opportunity for a close-up experience with one of the nature center's animal ambassadors to learn all about where they live, what they eat, and all the cool facts. Thursdays: Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5 10-10:30 AM Free! No registration required.
Newfields offers free general admission to all guests on the first Thursday of each month. Bring your friends and family for a full day of art making, live music, games, and Artful Conversations while you enjoy the Newfields campus indoors and out for FREE. SCHEDULE 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM | Artful Conversations | Meet […]
It’s reading thyme! The Botanical Book Club presents the fourth and final book in Michelle Wan’s Death of the Dordogne series, another tale of murder woven around the orchids and scenery of the Dordogne region of France. Light refreshments will be provided alongside a guided discussion. Please note, this book can be hard to find […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Meet nationally acclaimed artists, celebrate and purchase their artwork during two luck-of-the-draw art sales. Pre-registered guests will participate in opening weekend events, including a Friday miniature luck-of-the-draw art sale, a special exhibit honoring 2023 Quest Artist of Distinction Krystii Melaine, plus a VIP tour of the exhibition Alfred Jacob Miller: Revisiting the Rendezvous, and a […]
Historic Downtown Noblesville is your evening destination as shops and restaurants welcome you every First Friday from 5pm-9pm (*select businesses open later.). Whether it’s magic, chocolate, or sipping while you shop, First Fridays offer a fun-filled themed experience, with great in-store deals to make Friday evenings an incredible experience for everyone!
Walk It Out was designed specifically to help those who may be struggling with health issues or obesity to enter the world of walking/ running events! Training and preparing for walking/ running events alone can drastically improve efforts toward losing weight as well as enhance mental and physical health.
Students, employees, and community members of all ability levels are invited to the IU Indianapolis Jaguar 5K, our downtown campus’ premier 5K event and celebration of National Recovery Month benefiting addiction recovery scholarships for students. Runners and walkers will gather on the morning of Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Carroll Stadium on the IU Indianapolis campus. The Jaguar […]
The Penrod Arts Fair is one of the largest single-day arts fairs in the country. Taking place on the Newfields grounds since 1967, the fair welcomes approximately 20,000 patrons to enjoy live music, food, drink, and the wares of hundreds of artists. Please join us the first Saturday after Labor Day for “Indiana’s Nicest Day”.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Enjoy a beautiful Sunday afternoon outdoors at Heritage Park at White River in Fishers. Browse and shop the creations of local artists and artisans, enjoy live music, walk the gardens and get a tour of the historic Ambassador House!
Join us for a reading of Rough Draughts for Notes to Indian Sketches by playwright Gregory Hinton, a performance based on Alfred Jacob Miller’s journal entries from his early 19th century travels in the West. It’s followed by a gallery walk and Q-and-A with curators Karen McWhorter and Johanna M. Blume. About Gregory Hinton: Author, […]
Join other watercolor artists on a journey as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield guides you through creating a landscape painting and creating a story by adding life to your painting. This workshop will take place in the classrooms inside the Eiteljorg Museum. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Plan […]
Rainbow Kitten Surprise: Love Hate Music Box Tour at Everwise Amphitheater.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Join other watercolor artists on a journey as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield guides you through creating a landscape painting and creating a story by adding life to your painting. This workshop will take place in the classrooms inside the Eiteljorg Museum. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Plan […]
Volunteer Naturalist Training If you are looking for an environmental volunteer opportunity and enjoy sharing the outdoors with others, then this is the place for you. Monthly trainings prepare volunteers to lead groups of children during environmental field trip programs at the nature center. Visit www.hollidaypark.org/volunteer. Tuesdays: Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, and Dec. 10 […]
Join other watercolor artists as acclaimed Western artist Gayle Weisfield works with you to advance your painting. Either from the 2-day workshop or bring a painting you’re currently working on. This workshop will take place in the classrooms. Pack a lunch and snacks, or order food from the Museum Cafe. Gayle will provide the supply […]
Get an up-close look at a selection of our animal ambassadors and experience a live feeding at Beastly Brunch. Activity is designed for children ages 2+, but the whole family is welcome. Adult supervision is required. Wednesdays: Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, and Dec. 11 11:30 am-12 pm FREE. No registration required. All children must […]
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
There are countless nature-related books that present a variety of pressing environmental concerns. This monthly program offers adults a chance to learn about nature and environmental issues through the words of different nature authors. Fridays: Sept. 13 Rewilding the Sea: How to Save Our Oceans by Charles Clover, Oct. 11 Let the Mountains Talk, Let the Rivers Run by […]
We will be making a variety of bird feeders as well as decorating a birdhouse to take home with you. At least one of the bird feeders will be using peanut butter. Arrangements can be made if you have allergies.
Discover science, history and art during these 2-hour classes designed to help you complete or work on a Scout badge. Workshops occur on select Saturdays. Uncover the science behind civil, electrical and mechanical engineering. Together we’ll complete an engineering challenge in one session. This adventure will fulfill requirements 1-5. Price: $15/non-members (for cub scout programs); $18/non-members […]
Take a hike through Holliday Park with a staff naturalist. You never know what you'll find, but you'll always find beauty and hopefully learn something new about your local environment! Wear good shoes and bring binoculars if you have them! Meet in the Nature Center lobby and we'll head out on the trails.Saturdays: Sept. 14, […]
Join the team from IndyHumane at Mutt Strut 2024 on Saturday, September 14! Mutt Strut is a competitive 5k and family-friendly fun run raising lifesaving funds for homeless animals in desperate need.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Public Advocates in Community re-Entry Recovery Celebration. Join us for a fun day at the Indiana StateMuseum. Your registration includes entry for the walk, boxed lunch and entry into the State Museum.
The annual Indiana AIDS Walk, held in the fall of each year, supports the Gregory R. Powers Direct Emergency Financial Assistance (DEFA) program. The Indiana AIDS Walk raises more than $175,000 to help Hoosiers living with HIV/AIDS pay for medication, transportation to and from doctor’s appointments, dental bills, rent and utility bills, and even food and […]
Falling In Reverse – The Popular MonsTOUR II: World Domination at Everwise Amphitheater.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Amos Butler Audubon Society Morning Bird HikesJoin Amos Butler Audubon Society members and Holliday Park Staff on a monthly morning bird hike. Hikes are open to the public. Beginning birders welcome! Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather. Please meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Morning Bird Hikes (8-9:30 […]
Explore and discover the world outside with your little ones during this 60-minute, staff led program. Each month introduces a new topic through story time, exploration in nature, and hands-on activities. Sessions are designed for children and a grown up. Ages 3-5. Tuesdays: Sept. 17 Mighty Migrators, Oct. 15 Wicked Webs, Nov. 19 Autumn Adventure, […]
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Presented by Discover White River Celebrate diverse and compelling narratives from paddling communities worldwide with the 2024 Friends of White River Paddling Film Festival Presented by Discover White River. This series of short films has been a worldwide phenomenon since 2006, being brought to the Indianapolis Independent Film Scene to inspire participants to Make Indy A River City. […]
Prepare for your next adventure in Good Night Forest with your child! Get ready to discover the natural world and what explorers need to pack on their expeditions through science, art and sensory activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult for this program. Price: $14/child; 25% discount for members, adult free with paid child
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Nature is the perfect teacher for your homeschool children. A new topic will be covered each month. The program will include hands-on activities and a hike, so dress for the weather. Ages 5-12 along with their adult caregiver. Tagalong siblings are welcomed. Thursdays: Sept. 19 Insects, Oct. 17 Bats, Nov. 21 Migration, Dec. 19 Plants […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Immerse yourself in the fun of nighttime … in the early morning! Before the museum opens to the public, young children and their caregivers can explore, play together and interact with other families at Good Night Forest, our newest nature-inspired experience created especially for little ones. Come find your place in this special, cozy early-childhood area […]
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Explore the cultural and historical significance of White River State Park on a one-hour walking tour with Indiana Landmarks. Guides will share stories of the park’s history, from the time of Indianapolis’s settlement to the present day, tracing how the area evolved from a hub of transportation and industry to a center for recreation, culture, […]
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We will be talking about how to get our Garden ready for Winter and ideas of how to protect our plants in case of an early frost.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Supporting multiple myeloma research and patient care. For 20 years and counting, Dr. Rafat Abonour and his supporters have set out on the annual Miles for Myeloma campaign. This inspiring crew is made up of myeloma researchers and medical caregivers, family members of patients and even a couple of patients themselves. Miles for Myeloma has […]
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Porter Robinson SMILE! :D World Tour at Everwise Amphitheater.
Salute the sun with teachers from Invoke Studio at the historic Ruins at Holliday Park. This class is for people of all experience levels! Please bring your own yoga mat. Pre-registration REQUIRED at invokestudio.com/group-classes. Filter to the Northside (86th/Ditch) location with category of Outdoor Yoga .
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Stephen Sanchez With Special Guest The Brook & The Bluff at Everwise Amphitheater.
Join us as we learn more about the animals that call the forest home. We will explore various woodland creatures, engage in ‘wild’ sensory play, and make a collaborative art project. These engaging one-hour sessions are designed to teach your little explorer skills like problem-solving and social-emotional communication through play. They’ll also develop fine and […]
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Join us as we learn more about the animals that call the forest home. We will explore various woodland creatures, engage in ‘wild’ sensory play, and make a collaborative art project. These engaging one-hour sessions are designed to teach your little explorer skills like problem-solving and social-emotional communication through play. They’ll also develop fine and […]
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Pack yourself a picnic and enjoy lunch al fresco on the final Friday of each month in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. After lunch, join a member of Newfields' Education staff and a special guest to learn about their favorite spot in Fairbanks Park. SCHEDULE Friday, July 26 Friday, August 30 Friday, September 27 Friday, October […]
On Free Fishing Days, Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish the state's public waters. All other rules such as seasons, bag, and size limits apply. Free Fishing Days are an excellent opportunity to learn how to fish, take your family fishing, or introduce a friend to fishing.
What is the St. Jude Walk/Run?St. Jude Walk/Run is a nationwide, 5K-hybrid cancer walk event, taking place in person and virtually. Participants come together with a team or as an individual for a 5K walk or run during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to help support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Explore how environmental harm and advocacy for justice are part of Indy's past, present, and future.
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Seek your inspiration on a walkthrough of the Hoosier Salon Collection exhibit and the urban landscape surrounding the museum. Using sketchbooks and a variety of media, you’ll become the artist as you find a spot on the grounds of the museum and participate in urban sketching. Price: $16/non-members, 25% member discount
What is harvest like on the farm? Find out how food is grown and experiment with ways to use plants that we don’t eat. Other activities include sensory play and an interactive story time. Preschoolers are invited to learn, play and discover in the museum during this hour-long class. Build your child’s sense of wonder […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
The spooky, not scary, spectacle returns to The Garden at Newfields for the fifth season of fall fun. Get ready to experience a revitalized spectacle at Mischief Manor featuring glowing gourds galore, alongside your favorite friendly spirits, The Three Graces. Once again, expect to journey through fog-filled forests along The Pumpkin Path of Peril and feel the […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
The spooky, not scary, spectacle returns to The Garden at Newfields for the fifth season of fall fun. Get ready to experience a revitalized spectacle at Mischief Manor featuring glowing gourds galore, alongside your favorite friendly spirits, The Three Graces. Once again, expect to journey through fog-filled forests along The Pumpkin Path of Peril and feel the […]
Come for a story time and an opportunity for a close-up experience with one of the nature center's animal ambassadors to learn all about where they live, what they eat, and all the cool facts. Thursdays: Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5 10-10:30 AM Free! No registration required.
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in Nature Center parking lot on Fridays at 9 a.m. Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Throughout the fall, The Garden at Newfields is home to a fleet of fang-tastic monsters all designed by local artists. Crunch through fallen leaves and take in cornucopias of colorful gourds and pumpkins but keep a close eye out for monstrous ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that are hiding in plain sight. This year, artists designed […]
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Buddy Walk ® is the largest fundraising and advocacy event for Down Syndrome Indiana where individuals come together to celebrate Down syndrome! Families, friends, schoolmates, co-workers, and community partners are encouraged and welcome to participate!
Buddy Walk ® is the largest fundraising and advocacy event for Down Syndrome Indiana where individuals come together to celebrate Down syndrome! Families, friends, schoolmates, co-workers, and community partners are encouraged and welcome to participate!
What is harvest like on the farm? Find out how food is grown and experiment with ways to use plants that we don’t eat. Other activities include sensory play and an interactive story time. Preschoolers are invited to learn, play and discover in the museum during this hour-long class. Build your child’s sense of wonder […]