Things to do in Zionsville

Zionsville is a charming Boone County town northwest of Indianapolis, known for its brick-paved Main Street village and Lions Park. Browse family events and things to do with kids in Zionsville, Indiana.

Fri, Sep 4

Meet the Animals

Drop-in program to meet and learn about reptiles and amphibians at the nature center.

10:00 AM Zionsville Nature Center, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 5

Drop-in Discovery: Seeds

Drop-in seasonal crafts and nature exploration program at Zionsville Nature Center.

2:00 PM Zionsville Nature Center, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Sep 9

Teddy Bear Picnic

Celebrate National Teddy Bear Day with a picnic, games, and bear hunt for kids.

11:00 AM Elm Street Green, Zionsville

2–10 yrsOutdoor

Thu, Sep 10

PEEPs: Animal Superpowers

Sensory-friendly

Hands-on outdoor nature program for preschoolers exploring animal superpowers through sensory play.

10:00 AM Carpenter Nature Preserve, Zionsville

3–5 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Sep 11

2026 Zionsville Lions Fall Festival

Classic fall festival with food, activities & community fun in Zionsville.

5:00 PM South Elm Street, Zionsville, IN 46077, United States of America, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Sep 11

Lions Park Fall Festival

Fall Festival at Lions Park with games, food & community fun.

12:00 AM South Elm Street, Zionsville, IN 46077, United States of America, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Sep 11

Toddler Trek: Turtles

Outdoor nature program for toddlers with caregivers featuring themed play and exploration.

10:00 AM Carpenter Nature Preserve, Zionsville

0–4 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Sep 16

Park and PLAY: Dinosaur Day

Free outdoor recreation program with dinosaur-themed games, crafts, and sports for kids.

10:00 AM Elm Street Green, Zionsville

5–12 yrsOutdoor

Wed, Sep 16

Pop-Up PEEPs: Animal Superpowers

One-day outdoor nature program for preschoolers with hands-on discovery-based learning.

10:00 AM Carpenter Nature Preserve, Zionsville

3–5 yrsOutdoor

Thu, Sep 17

Campfire Concert Series: Possum Jaw String Band

Free outdoor evening concert with live music, campfires & sunset views at Carpenter Nature Preserve.

6:00 PM Carpenter Nature Preserve, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 19

Fall Birding Series

Guided outdoor birding walk to spot and hear resident and migratory birds at Turkey Foot Nature Park.

9:00 AM Turkey Foot Nature Park, Zionsville

5–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 19

Town Showdown

All-ages community competition celebrating the Rail Trail with biking, walking, running & family entertainment.

12:00 PM Mulberry Fields Park, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Sep 25

Discover Your Backyard: Bug Hunt

Drop-in hands-on bug hunt and nature adventures for all ages using a mobile outreach vehicle.

2:00 PM Carpenter Nature Preserve, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 26

Monarch Migration

Interactive outdoor activity where children follow & experience the monarch butterfly migration journey.

2:00 PM Elm Street Green, Zionsville

5–12 yrsOutdoor

Sat, Sep 26

Fall Native Tree and Shrub Sale

Plant sale of native trees & shrubs for families interested in wildlife-friendly landscaping.

9:00 AM Heritage Trail Park, Zionsville

0–18 yrsOutdoor