Now that the month of June is here, it’s time to get outside and enjoy summer weather in Fishers. The city has released a compilation of what to expect this summer.
Below is that listing, as provided by the City of Fishers:
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Touch-a-Truck Wednesday, June 7 | 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (6 Municipal Drive) | Free Check out Fishers’ fleet of big rigs, including a firetruck, snowplow, police car, and more at this family-friendly event around the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. This event was rescheduled from last month due to inclement weather. Learn more at thisisfishers.com/TouchaTruck.
Fishers Farmers Market Market at NPD AMP: Saturdays, now – September 30 / 8 a.m. – noon / Nickel Plate District Amphitheater Market at Saxony: Wednesdays, June 7 – August 30 / 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. / 13578 E. 131st Street Rated one of the top farmers’ markets in the region, the Fishers Farmers Market presented by IU Health Fishers showcases vendors from Central Indiana that offer fresh produce, baked goods, honey, specialty food items, meats, coffee, plants, and more. Don’t miss these community-focused specialty days this year, including the Farmers Market Day of Service featuring local nonprofits on July 22 and Social Club Day on August 19. Admission to the market is free. Learn more and see other market events at playfishers.com/FarmersMarket.
Fishers Parks’ Free Tuesdays Tuesdays, June & July | 7 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
The free concert series includes performances at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater on Tuesday evenings. Shows include:
- June 6 – Six Foot Blonde
- June 13 – DUDE!
- June 20 – Jukebox Luke
- June 27 – My Yellow Rickshaw
- July 4 – Karma
- July 11 – Street Pennies
- July 18 – Groovesmash
- July 25 – Hank Ruff
Various dates | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Get tickets at npdamp.com
Fishers Parks’ summer lineup also includes ticketed shows from the following national touring bands:
- July 15 – RIPE with Coyote Island
- August 11 – Niko Moon
- September 8 – Snarky Puppy
Purchase tickets at npdamp.com. Follow @npdamp on social media for future show announcements.
Fishers Time Capsule Letter Writing Campaign Now – Friday, June 30 / Free
For Fishers’ 150th birthday, share the story of Fishers with future residents by writing a letter to be included in our community time capsule to be opened in 2073. Fishers is partnering with Towne Post to curate a community time capsule that will be placed inside the keystone of the new Arts & Municipal Complex. Letters can be delivered in person to the City Services Building (3 Municipal Drive) or the Hamilton East Public Library- Fishers (5 Municipal Drive) or addressed to “Fishers Time Capsule” and mailed to 3 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038. You can also swing by the Fishers Parks booth at the Fishers Farmers Market on June 10 and June 17 to author and deliver your letter. To download the Mad Lib-style letter and learn more, visit thisisfishers.com/Fishers150.
Fishers Fire & Emergency Services’ Cul-de-sac Drills Various dates and neighborhoods | Free Fishers Fire & Emergency Services is excited to return to neighborhood cul-de-sacs for a second season of residents meeting firefighters one-on-one. Firefighters will give little and big kids alike an opportunity to handle the fire hose line or run through the spray during these family-friendly neighborhood events. To learn more about this event and scheduled sessions, visit fishers.in.us/culdesacdrills.
Tuesday, June 20 – Saturday, June 24
The annual festival kicks off with a free concert on Tuesday, June 20 and continues all week before wrapping up with a street festival on Saturday, June 24 at the Municipal Complex featuring a parade, live music, food, drink, artisan vendors, art displays, kids and teen zones, a new aerial drone show, and more. The 2023 lineup includes:
- Tuesday, June 20 – Free Tuesday Night Concert at the NPD AMP featuring Jukebox Luke
- Wednesday, June 21 – 5K Run/Walk and Kid Dash presented by IU Health, registration now open
- Thursday, June 22 – SPARK!Fishers Car & Art Show powered by Jiffy Lube of Indiana, registration now open for cars and artists
- Friday, June 23 – Free Friday Night Concert at the NPD AMP
- Saturday, June 24 – Street Fair festival, parade, live entertainment, and aerial drone show
Learn more about the festival at sparkfishers.com. Volunteer opportunities are available for all ages and abilities to get involved in this year’s celebration. Learn more and register to volunteer at volunteerfishers.com.
Tuesday, July 4 | Approximately 10 p.m. | Various Locations / Free
Fishers Parks is bringing three fireworks shows to the community on July 4! Celebrate Independence Day and pick your viewing area from the following spots around the city at dusk:
- Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, with a free concert beginning at 8 p.m.
- Cyntheanne Park (12383 Cyntheanne Road), can also view from HSE Intermediate/Jr. High parking lots (12278 Cyntheanne Road)
- Geist Reservoir (no viewing permitted from Fall Creek Bridge or Geist Marina), please find a spot on the water in a boat or from your residence
Monsoon Madness Saturday, July 22 | 11 – 3 p.m. for pre-purchased early access | 12 – 3 p.m. for general admission | Holland Park (1 Park Drive) Beat the heat as Holland Park transforms into a pop-up water park during one of the most popular events of the summer! Presented by Centier Bank, Monsoon Madness features giant waterslides, a mini-monsoon area for little ones, and live entertainment. This year’s event will offer an early access option where attendees can purchase the $20 wristband to experience a smaller crowd and shorter wait times from 11 a.m. to noon, which will be limited to the first 500 registrants. Free general admission begins at noon. Learn more at playfishers.com/MonsoonMadness.
Thursday, August 3 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
Ring in the start of the school year with HSE Schools! Come out with your family to learn more about HSE, network with other families, and get excited about the upcoming school year. Learn more at hseschools.com/beforethebell.
Friday, September 1 & Saturday, September 2 | 4 – 10 p.m. | Nickel Plate District Amphitheater | Free
End the summer with the annual Fishers Blues Fest, a Labor Day tradition! The free, two-night event includes performances by renowned local and national blues artists. Learn more at npdamp.com/BluesFest.
Nickel Plate Trail Open daily / Free
Walk, bike, or walk along the Fishers Nickel Plate Trail from 106th Street to 146th Street. Find ways to explore the trail and everything it has to offer this summer at playfishers.com/NickelPlateTrail. Have feedback on current Fishers’ trails and the future of connectivity in our survey? Residents and community stakeholders can take the Trails and Greenways Survey and learn about upcoming public input events regarding the plan at fishers.in.us/Trails.
Tuesdays – Wednesdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursdays – Saturdays: 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. / Fishers AgriPark (11171 Florida Road) / FreeThe 33-acre urban farm featuring public fields and gardens, managed by Fishers Parks, is now open for the season. The farm offers livestock encounters and u-pick opportunities once produce is in season for Fishers residents. From educational series to agricultural-themed summer camps, public programming at the Fishers AgriPark is rooted in farm operations and agriculture in our community, the state, and the United States. Learn more and see their programming and events at playfishers.com/Agripark.
Geist Waterfront Park Beach Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. | 10811 Olio Road | Fishers SmartPass required for entry for Fishers residents; non-resident parking passes on sale at playfishers.com/gwp
Geist Waterfront Park beach access is open seasonally from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend starting at 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., daily. Learn more at playfishers.com/GeistWaterfrontPark.
Splash PadsDaily, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. | FreeThe free splash pads at Holland Park (1 Park Drive), Billericay Park (12690 Promise Road), and the fountain at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater Pavilion (10 Municipal Drive) are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (weather permitting) through Labor Day. Learn more at playfishers.com/wateramenities.