Things to do in Shelbyville

Shelbyville is the Shelby County seat southeast of Indianapolis, known for its historic downtown square and the family trails of Blue River Memorial Park. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Shelbyville, Indiana.

Wed, Jul 1

Wednesday Night Film Series: Labyrinth - 40th Anniversary

40th-anniversary screening of Labyrinth at Shelbyville film series.

7:00 PM South Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176, United States of America, Shelbyville

8–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Jul 6

Summer Kids Art Club

Summer art club for kids—creative weekly sessions.

9:00 AM Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

5–13 yrsIndoor

Sat, Jul 11

SIDEWALK BLOWOUT SALE

Sidewalk sale with deals on local goods—great for bargain-hunting families.

8:00 AM Public Square, Shelbyville, IN 46176, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jul 17

Sam Morrison Band

Music in the Park summer concert series in Shelbyville.

7:00 PM Shelbyville Music In The Park, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 18

Book Swap

Community book-swapping event in Shelbyville.

10:00 AM 7th Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsIndoor

Mon, Jul 20

Gun Lake Rendezvous

Historic reenactment festival in Shelbyville with period activities.

10:00 AM Marsh Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 25

Run Under The Stars/ Run For Dreams

Community 5K run in Shelbyville supporting local causes—great for active families.

8:00 AM Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 25

2026 Shelby County Ready Fest

Shelby County Ready Fest with family-friendly activities & local spirit.

10:00 AM 7th Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Jul 25

Ready Fest Back-to-School Event for Shelby County, KY

Ready Fest back-to-school event in Shelbyville—resources & fun for families prepping for school.

10:00 AM Shelbyville Conference & Welcome Center, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Aug 7

Kiwanis Kickoff to Summer

Kiwanis summer kickoff celebration in Shelbyville.

6:30 PM Burks Branch Road, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Aug 8

Mushroomin' 101

Mushroom education festival in Shelbyville—fun nature learning.

1:00 PM 7th Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Aug 8

Blue Sky Dogs: Allman Brothers Experience

Live Allman Brothers tribute at Shelbyville summer festival.

8:00 PM South Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Aug 29

Show Up Ready -A Time of Celebration!

Community celebration festival in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

11:00 AM 7th Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 5

Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show!

Shelbyville Fall Art & Craft Show — vendor fair with handmade goods and creative finds.

12:00 AM Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 12

Barks and Recreation

Dog-themed community festival celebrating pets and recreation.

10:00 AM Kentucky Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 12

Recovery Family Day, Shelbyville

Recovery Family Day celebration on Main Street, Shelbyville.

3:00 PM Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 12

Boys & Girls Clubs of Shelby County 3k Color Fun Run/Walk

Colorful fun run/walk supporting Boys & Girls Clubs.

10:00 AM East Polk Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 12

Bailey's Classic Car Show

Classic car show celebrating vintage automobiles and community.

10:00 AM Hill-N-Dale Drive, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 19

Bourbon, Blues and Boots - The MidSouthern Hoedown

Celebrate Southern culture with live music, food, and fun at this Shelbyville hoedown.

11:00 AM Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 19

Main Street Barbershop Car Show

Check out classic cars and hot rods at this Main Street car show in Shelbyville.

12:00 PM Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY 40065, United States of America, Shelbyville

0–18 yrsOutdoor