Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with […]
Get ready for the FIRST-EVER Trunk or Treat at Koteewi Equine Experience by H&H Trails! Saddle up for a spooktacular time with our four-legged friends. Dress up in your favorite costumes, load those trunks with treats, and join us for an unforgettable Halloween adventure! Don’t miss out on the costume contest!! It’s going to be […]
Ghosts, goblins, and gourds galore fill the foggy forest at Newfields for Harvest Nights presented by JPMorgan Chase. Wander through thousands of glowing jack-o-lanterns shimmering in The Garden moonlight on the Pumpkin Path of Peril. Feel the Ghost Train rumble beneath your feet, presented by Full Body Chills. See The Three Graces come to life in the […]
Ghosts, goblins, and gourds galore fill the foggy forest at Newfields for Harvest Nights presented by JPMorgan Chase. Wander through thousands of glowing jack-o-lanterns shimmering in The Garden moonlight on the Pumpkin Path of Peril. Feel the Ghost Train rumble beneath your feet, presented by Full Body Chills. See The Three Graces come to life in the […]
Join a team of volunteers who help maintain and improve the gardens of Holliday Park alongside horticulturalists Chris Turner and Kelly Frank. A relevant garden topic is presented on alternate Friday sessions. Refreshments provided. Meets in nature center parking lot. EVERY FRIDAY (except Good Friday) Free! No registration required. Participants are required to participate in […]
Come out and join us as we beautify the community near the White River. Get ready to get into some wet trash with our waterway cleanups! Keep Indianapolis Beautiful is happy to introduce specialized cleanups along waterways, and we hope to have YOU there. For this project, we will be removing litter along the banks of […]
From the water that we drink to the air that we breathe, we all have experience with the legacies of environmental damage. This hands-on workshop will help you develop personal stories related to places of environmental harm and then use those stories to nourish the ongoing work of environmental justice. Community members are invited to […]
Get a close-up experience with one of the Nature Center's animal ambassadors to learn all about how we keep them happy and healthy. Saturdays: Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9
Come make a traditional Harvest Headdress from leaves and flowers.
Friends of the White River will be holding our Annual Member Meeting on November 13th at the Indianapolis Art Center from 6:00-8:00pm. All current, former, and prospective members are invited to attend.
Join us for a fun family Friday night around the campfire. Enjoy a sweet treat by the fire, learn about something new, and experience night hiking! Roasting sticks and s'mores provided, bring your own hot dogs and make a meal of it!
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Join us in decorating your very own Grapevine Wreath. Ribbon and other decorations will be provided, but feel free to bring special small items to make your wreath unique.
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Join Amos Butler Audubon Society members and Holliday Park Staff on a monthly morning bird hike. Hikes are open to the public. Beginning birders welcome! Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather. Please meet in the Nature Center parking lot.
Learn easy ways to engage your preschooler in nature and scientific exploration. Each class introduces a new topic through hands-on activities, hikes, and crafts. Classes are designed for children and their caregiver. Ages 3-5. Tuesdays: Sept. 19 Insect Investigation, Oct. 17 Wicked Webs, Nov. 21 Autumn Adventures
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
Make your very own delicious gingerbread house from scratch to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Your house will be decorated with all kinds of sweets that we provide. All houses will be made with graham crackers for easier handling and decorating. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This event fills up […]
t’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. For the seventh year, music and laughter fill the air in The Garden at Newfields all holiday season. Lights dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching to the very tips of 100-year-old trees, enveloping guests below. The more the merrier! New this year, […]
Experience Indy's newest winter tradition at Holliday Park. The first outdoor ice skating rink in Indianapolis is back in 2023 and is made of real ice and stays frozen in warmer weather! Skate rental is included with each ticket. Food and drink is available for purchase, with beer and wine available on Fridays and Saturdays. […]
Make your very own delicious gingerbread house from scratch to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Your house will be decorated with all kinds of sweets that we provide. All houses will be made with graham crackers for easier handling and decorating. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This event fills up […]
Make your very own delicious gingerbread house from scratch to enjoy throughout the holiday season. Your house will be decorated with all kinds of sweets that we provide. All houses will be made with graham crackers for easier handling and decorating. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This event fills up […]