Central Region

Indianapolis – Enjoy a variety of attractions including rides, petting zoo, live music, queen and princess pageant, 4-H and family arts exhibits, 4-H animal competitions, fair food and more.

Indianapolis – Tulip Tree Creamery’s beginner course in its series of cheese-making classes; attendees work in small groups to make fresh mozzarella to take home. Includes samples of Tulip Tree’s signature cheeses.

Bargersville – Mallow Run Winery hosts this annual event that celebrates the release of its blueberry wine and cider with live music, food trucks, fireworks and more.

Indianapolis – Tea’s Me Café hosts its Daily Cup of Tea Club monthly tasting for two. Non-members can still sign up and enjoy three teas.

Fortville – Learn the art of easy, countertop pickling in this one-hour class at Fishers AgriPark. Each participant will be given cucumber, pickling spices and a mason jar to make their own batch of pickles. Registration required.

Indianapolis – Military Park at White River State Park hosts the 26th annual event featuring a variety of Hoosier breweries. Early entry available. 21+

Indianapolis – The great Indiana State Fair kicks off in late July and runs through Aug. 20 with midway rides, exhibits, live music and lots of fair food, including new foods for 2023.

Kokomo – Ninth annual Indiana craft beer fest in the heart of Kokomo, with breweries, distilleries, food trucks and music. Early entry available.

Carmel – Brews on the Boulevard returns to Midtown Plaza Carmel with breweries from across the state. Local food vendors available; all ages welcome.

Indianapolis – The Harrison Center hosts the 10th Food Con event featuring honey bee education, aquaponic gardening, urban foraging, porch parties, solar cooking and more.

Brookville – Third Place Tavern and Event Center hosts the 3rd Annual fest featuring an estimated 30+ Indiana craft breweries, wineries & distilleries, plus live music; food available.

Indianapolis – The 2023 Indy VegFest takes place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with a variety of food and educational exhibits to help educate the public about the benefits of a vegan lifestyle.