Zionsville Events 2026
Zionsville hosts a full calendar of community events throughout the year — from the weekly Farmers Market on Main Street to the annual Fall Festival at Lions Park. Browse featured events below, or scroll down for the full community calendar. After your event, explore downtown Zionsville for restaurants and shopping in the Village.
Featured Events
Thu, Oct 8, 2026
Campfire Concert: Mr Daniel and Friends
Live music, a campfire, sunset views and concessions at Carpenter Nature Preserve.
Carpenter Nature Preserve
Thu, Oct 8, 2026
ZCHS Fall Orchestra Concert
The Zionsville Community High School's orchestra performs its fall concert.
STAR Bank Performing Arts Center
Photo by Tuff Nutterz USA
Sat, Oct 10 – Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Tuff Nutterz Inflatable Obstacle Course
Tuff Nutterz brings a 1,000-foot inflatable obstacle course and a 20-foot slide to Mulberry Fields in Zionsville, October 10–13, 2026, with 2-hour sessions from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mulberry Fields
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
Fall Birding at Starkey Nature Park
Naturalists help identify resident and migrating birds by sight and sound. Beginners welcome.
Starkey Nature Park
Sun, Oct 11, Nov 1, Feb 21…
St. Francis In-The-Fields SFZ Concert Series
Concerts at St. Francis In-The-Fields featuring saxophone, tango, guitar, brass, piano and early music from September 2026 through April 2027.
St. Francis In-The-Fields Episcopal Church
Fri, Oct 16, 2026
Night Hike at Carpenter Nature Preserve
A guided hike exploring how nocturnal animals find their way after dark.
Carpenter Nature Preserve
Fri, Oct 23 – Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Fright Nights
An annual Halloween event in Zionsville featuring a haunted hayride from Mulberry Fields Park to the Fright Barn at Maplelawn Farmstead.
Mulberry Fields Park & Maplelawn Farmstead
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Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Cars & Coffee – Trunk or Treat
Cars & Coffee closes its 2026 season with a free Trunk or Treat at Graham Rahal Performance in Zionsville on October 24 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Graham Rahal Performance
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Trick or Trees
A ticketed Halloween morning for children ages 2 to 12 at Elm Street Green, with a Trick-or-Treat Trail, Pumpkin Path, marshmallow roasting, and timed entry.
Elm Street Green, Zionsville
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
Gallery On & Off Main
A one-day art walk through downtown Zionsville, with local artists and artisans hosted inside Main Street shops and galleries.
Main Street, Zionsville
Photo by Lions Club Zionsville
Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Pumpkins & Hayrides
A free family fall event at Lions Park with hayrides, pumpkin painting, games, live music, bounce houses, and a kids costume contest.
Lions Park, Zionsville
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Wed, Oct 28, 2026
Zionsville State of the Town
An annual morning address from the Mayor of Zionsville, held at The Club at Holliday Farms on October 28, 2026, with a continental breakfast and networking beforehand.
The Club at Holliday Farms
Thu, Oct 29, 2026
Nightmare at Elm Street: A Luminary Walk
Evening walk lined with lights, playful skeletons and a Pumpkin Pathway
Elm Street Green Park
Sat, Nov 7, 2026
Smashin’ Pumpkins
An annual post-Halloween event at Mulberry Fields Park in Zionsville featuring pumpkin smashing, the Epic Pumpkin Drop, composting education, games, and food trucks.
Mulberry Fields Park
Sat, Nov 14, 2026
Lincoln Park Grand Reopening
Zionsville marks the reopening of its oldest park after a 2026 revitalization, with live 19th-century music, an Abraham Lincoln impersonator and a ribbon cutting.
Lincoln Park, Zionsville
Sat, Nov 21, 2026
Zionsville Half-Marathon & 5K
The 10th annual Zionsville Half-Marathon & 5K, presented by OrthoIndy, returns to downtown Zionsville on Saturday, November 21, 2026, with both races starting and finishing at Lions Park.
Lions Park, Zionsville
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
Gravy Chase
A Thanksgiving morning run and walk through historic downtown Zionsville, with 2.2-mile and 4-mile routes benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Boone County.
Main Street, Zionsville
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Sat, Nov 28, 2026
Zionsville Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Zionsville’s annual Christmas parade and town tree lighting, held the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The parade starts at 5:00 PM at Eagle Elementary, and the tree lighting follows at Main and Pine Streets.
Main Street, Zionsville
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Sat, Nov 28 – Thu, Dec 24, 2026
Christmas in Zionsville
A season of holiday events across Zionsville from late November through Christmas Eve, including the Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting, Santa visits, holiday markets, concerts, two Nutcracker productions and church Christmas events.
Zionsville, Indiana
Sun, Nov 29, Dec 5, Dec 6…
Selfies with Santa
Take your own photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Santa House at Cedar and Main.
Santa House, Cedar and Main Streets
Sat, Dec 5, 2026
Winterfest Open-Air Maker’s Market
Holiday market on Zionsville’s brick Main Street featuring local makers, artists, food trucks, seasonal music and carolers, part of the Town’s Winterfest season.
Main Street, Downtown Zionsville
Upcoming Community Events
Events added to the Zionsville community calendar.
Oct
8
Thu
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Carpenter Nature Preserve, 601 S 900 E, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Children’s musician Mr. Daniel brings his family-focused songs to a free outdoor concert around the campfire.
Oct
8
Thu
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
STAR Bank Performing Arts Center, 1000 Mulberry St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
The Zionsville Community High School Orchestra performs its annual fall concert at STAR Bank Performing Arts Center.
Oct
10
Sat
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Starkey Park, 667 Sugarbush Dr, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Join Zionsville Parks naturalists to spot resident and migratory birds. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Registration: https://zionsvillein.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30141
Oct
10
Sat
– Oct 13
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mulberry Fields, 9645 Whitestown Rd, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
120 mins of non-stop inflatable challenges! Race through tunnels, climb over walls, and slide down various slides.
Oct
16
Fri
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Carpenter Nature Preserve, 601 S 900 E, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Explore Carpenter Nature Preserve after dark on a guided night hike with Zionsville Parks naturalists, and discover the preserve's sights and sounds at night. Registration: https://zionsvillein.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29844
Oct
23
Fri
– Oct 24
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Mulberry Fields, 9645 Whitestown Rd, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Oct
24
Sat
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Elm Street Green, 165 N Elm St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Trick-or-treat trail, fire pit, marshmallows, fall activities and games.
Oct
24
Sat
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Graham Rahal Performance, 10850 Creek Wy, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Oct
25
Sun
12:15 PM – 2:00 PM
Zionsville Presbyterian Church, 4775 W 116th St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Brunch followed by trunk-or-treating, face painting and bounce houses.
Oct
25
Sun
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Zionsville Lions Club Park, 11053 Sycamore St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Oct
28
Wed
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Holliday Farms Zionsville, 3950 Club Ridge Estates Dr, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
The Zionsville mayor's annual community update and Q&A.
Oct
29
Thu
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Elm Street Green, 165 N Elm St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
A free self-guided walk along a glowing Halloween trail with hidden skeletons and the Pumpkin Pathway.
Nov
7
Sat
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Carpenter Nature Preserve, 601 S 900 E, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Join Zionsville Parks naturalists to spot resident and migratory birds. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Registration: https://zionsvillein.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30141
Nov
12
Thu
– Nov 15
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
STAR Bank Performing Arts Center, 1000 Mulberry St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
The Zionsville Community High School performs its annual fall musical at STAR Bank Performing Arts Center. End time is estimated; official end time has not been posted.
Nov
13
Fri
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Carpenter Nature Preserve, 601 S 900 E, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Learn about the owls that call Zionsville home, then head out with a Zionsville Parks naturalist to look and listen for owls in the wild. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots.
Nov
21
Sat
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Zionsville Lions Club Park, 11053 Sycamore St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Join 2,000+ runners and walkers and experience the buzz of this classic Central-Indiana event!
Nov
21
Sat
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Carpenter Nature Preserve, 601 S 900 E, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Explore Carpenter Nature Preserve at sunset on a guided walk to see which animals are active at dusk, then end the evening roasting marshmallows over the campfire. Registration: https://zionsvillein.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30150
Nov
28
Sat
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
340 S Main St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA
Holiday parade, Christmas tree lighting with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Santa photos
Dec
5
Sat
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
340 S Main St, Zionsville, IN 46077, USA