Indianapolis Events Calendar for June 2009
See what's happening in June in Indianapolis with this calendar of events. Feeling festive? Check out the Italian Street festival, the Indian Market and Festival, or the Indy Pride gay and lesbian parade and festival. Enjoy beer and wine tasting? Don't miss the Vintage Wine and Food Festival and the Brew-Ha-Ha block party. Kids can meet their favorite PBS show characters, art fans will love the Talbot Street Art Fair, and for drag-racing fans, the Hot Rod Nationals will be in town.
When: Thu, June 4, 4-8 p.m.
Where: 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis 46208
Phone: (317) 334-3322
Admission: FREE
Visit the world-renowned Children’s Museum of Indianapolis free of charge the first Thursday evening of every month from 4 to 8 p.m., courtesy of Target.
When:Roving Mars through June 4 at 11:15 a.m.; Under the Sea through June 21, various times
Where:The IMAX Theater at the Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis 46204
Contact: Phone (317) 233-IMAX or email cmince@imax.com
Admission: Adults, $9; ages 60 and over, $7.50; ages 12 and under, $6.
Roving Mars explores the mysteries of the Red Planet as seen through the eyes of the Mars Rovers. Under the Sea brings viewers face-to-face with stunning creatures of exotic and isolated parts of the Indo-Pacific ocean regions. The impact of global climate change on the seas is also explored.
When: Every Friday night from June 5 to Aug.
28; gates open at 6 p.m. for picnicking; films begin at dusk (except July 24, when the gates will open at 10 p.m. for a midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show)
Where: The Indianapolis Museum of Art’s amphitheater, 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis 46208
Phone: (317) 923-1331 (Call after 4 p.m. to check status of showing if inclement weather is suspected.)
Admission: Public, $9; IMA members, $5.
Patrons are invited to bring their own picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs to enjoy these films under the stars. Showing in June: The Bourne Identity, June 5; Roman Holiday, June 12; Plan 9 from Outer Space, June 19; Field of Dreams, June 26.
When: June 6, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Military Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis 46202
Phone: (765) 496-3842
Admission: Adults, $22 in advance at Marsh stores or online, $25 at the gate; designated drivers (not consuming alcohol) ages 21 and older, $10; ages 6-20, $5; ages 5 and under, free
More than 100 award-winning wines from Indiana wineries will be available for sampling (must be 21, ID required), along with food from Indiana’s top culinary experts, informational sessions, live music, artists' booths, and a KidZone for youngsters.
When: June 6-7; 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Mt. Comfort Airport, 3867 N. Aviation Way, Greenfield 46140
Phone: (317) 335-7252
Admission: Adults, $20; ages 6-12, $10
The 13th Annual Indianapolis Air Show will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels plus historic fighter planes, bombers, trainers, and transports. Attractions will also include an antique car show, virtual army experience, military history exhibit, and giant-scale radio-controlled aircraft.
When: June 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Monument Circle, Indianapolis 46204
Phone: (317) 636-4577
Admission: $6
Sponsored by Christ Church Cathedral, 125 Monument Circle, the Strawberry Festival is a celebration of one of the most delectable fruits of the season. Homemade shortcake with strawberries, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream will be served. In case of inclement weather, the event will take place in the church’s basement.
When: June 12-13, 5-11 p.m.
Where: Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis 46203
Admission: Free; free parking in the Eli Lilly lots on East and New Jersey streets
The festival features authentic Italian food and drink, live music and dancing, amusement rides, Saturday masses at 4:30 and 7 p.m., and an Italian religious procession at 6:45 p.m. Saturday.
When: June 12-13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 14, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: O’Reilly Raceway Park, 10267 U.S. Highway 136, Indianapolis 46234
Phone: (317) 291-4090
Admission: Spectators, $20 per day or $55 weekend; ages 7-12, $6 per day
The 21st annual show features the largest nostalgia drag race and over 5,000 racecars, hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks through 1972; plus a swap meet; model car show; and more.
When: June 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; June 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: On Talbot Street between 16th and 20th streets, Indianapolis 46202, rain or shine.
Phone: (317) 745-6479
Admission: Free
The 54th Annual Talbot Street Art Fair is a top-ranked, juried exhibition. This year’s show will feature over 250 artists and crafters from across the country. Please note that pets and bikes are discouraged.
When: June 13; parade begins at 10 a.m.; festival from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The parade will take place on Mass Avenue between College and Pennsylvania; the festival will take place in University Park, 325 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis 46204
Phone: (317) 435-4923
Admission: Free
This annual event celebrates gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender rights and lifestyles. Twenty-three floats and numerous walking groups will take part in this year’s Circle City Indy Pride Parade, and over 100 vendors representing local and national organizations and businesses will be on hand while entertainers perform on stage throughout the day.
When: June 13, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis 46204; In the Gov. Frank O’Bannon Great Hall, the public space on the second floor, and the museum front lawn.
Phone: (317) 232-1637
Admission: Included in general museum admission: adults, $7; seniors 60 and over, $6.50; ages 3-12, $4
Meet your new pet or just pet the ones you meet at this 4th annual celebration of pets. Meet animals available for adoption, watch chicks hatch, talk to a vet, touch a snake, and get answers to all your pet-related questions.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
When: Thu, June 4, 4-8 p.m.
Where: 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis 46208
Phone: (317) 334-3322
Admission: FREE
Visit the world-renowned Children’s Museum of Indianapolis free of charge the first Thursday evening of every month from 4 to 8 p.m., courtesy of Target.
Roving Mars and Under the Sea in 3D
When:Roving Mars through June 4 at 11:15 a.m.; Under the Sea through June 21, various times
Where:The IMAX Theater at the Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis 46204
Contact: Phone (317) 233-IMAX or email cmince@imax.com
Admission: Adults, $9; ages 60 and over, $7.50; ages 12 and under, $6.
Roving Mars explores the mysteries of the Red Planet as seen through the eyes of the Mars Rovers. Under the Sea brings viewers face-to-face with stunning creatures of exotic and isolated parts of the Indo-Pacific ocean regions. The impact of global climate change on the seas is also explored.
IMA Summer Nights Film Series
When: Every Friday night from June 5 to Aug.
28; gates open at 6 p.m. for picnicking; films begin at dusk (except July 24, when the gates will open at 10 p.m. for a midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show)
Where: The Indianapolis Museum of Art’s amphitheater, 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis 46208
Phone: (317) 923-1331 (Call after 4 p.m. to check status of showing if inclement weather is suspected.)
Admission: Public, $9; IMA members, $5.
Patrons are invited to bring their own picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs to enjoy these films under the stars. Showing in June: The Bourne Identity, June 5; Roman Holiday, June 12; Plan 9 from Outer Space, June 19; Field of Dreams, June 26.
Vintage Indiana Wine and Food Festival
When: June 6, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Military Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis 46202
Phone: (765) 496-3842
Admission: Adults, $22 in advance at Marsh stores or online, $25 at the gate; designated drivers (not consuming alcohol) ages 21 and older, $10; ages 6-20, $5; ages 5 and under, free
More than 100 award-winning wines from Indiana wineries will be available for sampling (must be 21, ID required), along with food from Indiana’s top culinary experts, informational sessions, live music, artists' booths, and a KidZone for youngsters.
Indianapolis Air Show
When: June 6-7; 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Mt. Comfort Airport, 3867 N. Aviation Way, Greenfield 46140
Phone: (317) 335-7252
Admission: Adults, $20; ages 6-12, $10
The 13th Annual Indianapolis Air Show will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels plus historic fighter planes, bombers, trainers, and transports. Attractions will also include an antique car show, virtual army experience, military history exhibit, and giant-scale radio-controlled aircraft.
Strawberry Festival
When: June 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Monument Circle, Indianapolis 46204
Phone: (317) 636-4577
Admission: $6
Sponsored by Christ Church Cathedral, 125 Monument Circle, the Strawberry Festival is a celebration of one of the most delectable fruits of the season. Homemade shortcake with strawberries, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream will be served. In case of inclement weather, the event will take place in the church’s basement.
Italian Street Festival
When: June 12-13, 5-11 p.m.
Where: Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., Indianapolis 46203
Admission: Free; free parking in the Eli Lilly lots on East and New Jersey streets
The festival features authentic Italian food and drink, live music and dancing, amusement rides, Saturday masses at 4:30 and 7 p.m., and an Italian religious procession at 6:45 p.m. Saturday.
Goodguys Hot Rod Nationals
When: June 12-13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 14, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: O’Reilly Raceway Park, 10267 U.S. Highway 136, Indianapolis 46234
Phone: (317) 291-4090
Admission: Spectators, $20 per day or $55 weekend; ages 7-12, $6 per day
The 21st annual show features the largest nostalgia drag race and over 5,000 racecars, hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks through 1972; plus a swap meet; model car show; and more.
Talbot Street Art Fair
When: June 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; June 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: On Talbot Street between 16th and 20th streets, Indianapolis 46202, rain or shine.
Phone: (317) 745-6479
Admission: Free
The 54th Annual Talbot Street Art Fair is a top-ranked, juried exhibition. This year’s show will feature over 250 artists and crafters from across the country. Please note that pets and bikes are discouraged.
Circle City Indy Pride Parade and Festival
When: June 13; parade begins at 10 a.m.; festival from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: The parade will take place on Mass Avenue between College and Pennsylvania; the festival will take place in University Park, 325 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis 46204
Phone: (317) 435-4923
Admission: Free
This annual event celebrates gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender rights and lifestyles. Twenty-three floats and numerous walking groups will take part in this year’s Circle City Indy Pride Parade, and over 100 vendors representing local and national organizations and businesses will be on hand while entertainers perform on stage throughout the day.
Scales & Tails Fest -- A Celebration of Pets
When: June 13, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis 46204; In the Gov. Frank O’Bannon Great Hall, the public space on the second floor, and the museum front lawn.
Phone: (317) 232-1637
Admission: Included in general museum admission: adults, $7; seniors 60 and over, $6.50; ages 3-12, $4
Meet your new pet or just pet the ones you meet at this 4th annual celebration of pets. Meet animals available for adoption, watch chicks hatch, talk to a vet, touch a snake, and get answers to all your pet-related questions.
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