In its first year of operation, the Fishers Event Center has gone beyond hosting big-name  concerts and touring productions — it’s also making a mark as a champion of local artists.  Summer is normally a slow period for indoor venues, but the Event Center is busy.

The venue recently wrapped up its Summer Elevation Series, a set of eight performances recorded live on the roof of the Event Center. Each video, released on the venue’s official YouTube channel, spotlights an Indiana-connected artist or band. The final performance, from indie pop-rock group Wishy, was released today.

From outlaw country to indie pop, the lineup reflected the state’s diverse music scene:

• Alex Williams – Gritty vocals and outlaw country soul from an Indiana native.

• Kara Cole – Haunting, emotional performances with deeply personal lyrics.

• Taylor Bickett – Indie pop storytelling with clever, honest lyrics.

• Jerry Barker – A mix of humor, surrealism, and rootsy bluegrass-inspired sound.

• Indy Annies – Honky-tonk harmonies and high-energy stage presence.

• The Wallow Hollows – Folk rock with heart and raw performance power.

• The Brothers Footman – Genre-blending family band mixing rock, hip hop, and country.

• Wishy – Ethereal indie pop rock with dreamlike melodies.

The Event Center has also incorporated the visual arts into its programming, commissioning local artists to create original works inspired by the venue. The pieces are on permanent display throughout the building.

While the rooftop series shines a spotlight on emerging local talent, the venue’s main stage continues to draw internationally recognized acts. Upcoming shows include World of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension (Sept. 23), Phil Wickham: Air1 Worship Now Tour (Oct. 9), The Grace and Glory Tour with Crowder (Oct. 16), John Legend (Nov. 16), the Christmas Together Tour with Amy Grant, Cece Winans and Michael W. Smith (Dec. 4), and THIRD DAY’s 30th Anniversary Tour (April 30, 2026).

A full event schedule is available at FishersEventCenter.com.