Kid-Friendly Outdoor Summer Concerts in Indianapolis

Pack a picnic, blanket and chairs and enjoy your favorite local artists as they perform at the Carmel Gazebo!

The Nickel Plate District AMP is home to several vibrant and unique special events throughout the year. From family-friendly daytime concerts to general admission summer concerts, music festivals, and more, the NPD AMP offers something for everyone. 

This summer, the outdoor fountain at Greenwood Park Mall transforms into your go-to destination for live music, dancing, drinks, and unforgettable fun! Bring your lawn chairs, dancing shoes, and the whole crew because these free concerts are perfect for all ages!

Animals and All That Jazz brings a fresh lineup of Midwest musicians each week—from classic jazz and soul to blues, pop, and R&B. Enjoy music at the Bicentennial Pavilion, a breezy, open-air venue that keeps the good vibes going, rain or shine.

Bring your picnic, blankets and chairs to Dillon Park and enjoy some of Indy's favorite local bands with your friends and family.

The Cool Creek Concert Series is the ultimate summer hangout, bringing live music to the picturesque Cool Creek Park with a mix of different genres. Bring a blanket, grab snacks, and take in the tunes while soaking up the beautiful park setting. Kids' activities, food trucks, and beverage vendors are also available.

An enchanting 95-year old park, Holliday Park is nestled in a gently wooded neighborhood just six miles north of downtown Indianapolis - the perfect setting for experiencing live music on a summer evening.

Mallow Run Winery invites you to enjoy lively Saturday Evenings and laid-back Sunday afternoons with food, wine, and live music all summer.

Gather for an unforgettable evening of live music under the stars, featuring a live pre-show, beer/wine bar, food vendors, and family activities. Whether it’s date night or family time, kick off summer in style at Clay Terrace’s most anticipated event of the season.

Pack a picnic, grab a blanket and some chairs and head to the Amphitheater at Craig Park in Greenwood to listen to some local bands play your favorites. Coolers no larger than 20 inches in length are permitted. Outside alcohol and glass containers are strictly forbidden at the concerts.

Buck Creek Winery on the south side of Indianapolis hosts an Outdoor Concert Series featuring great local and national bands. The bands set up in Buck Creek's pavilion and guests are invited to pack a lawn chair and blankets to gather around and listen to great music.

Experience the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and many other musical guests each weekend at the Conner Prairie Symphony Bowl. It’s the perfect place to meet friends and family for a fun night out.

Grab a blanket and some chairs and head to Federal Hill Commons Park outdoor amphitheater in Noblesville for a concert.

Head over to Hummel Park Performing Arts Center with your blanket, chairs and picnic to listen to some great music this summer!