As summer weather sweeps over Indianapolis, Hoosiers are gathering to celebrate a variety of events, from Pride Month to Juneteenth, Father’s Day, Loving Day and more.
Whether you’re looking for a block party, live music, good eats or a hands-on workshop, Indianapolis has it all. The Recorder has compiled a list of a few free and low-cost activities and events around Indianapolis in June, which will update throughout the month at Indianapolisrecorder.com.
Wednesday, June 3
Future in Motion: Day of Youth Dance and Discovery — FREE
Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St.
The Indy Dance Council and the Indianapolis Public Library present an afternoon of performances and movement workshops, featuring students of iibada Dance Company, Dance Kaleidoscope, Kids Dance Outreach, Metropolitan Youth Ballet, Academy of Dance Arts, Samyoga School of Dance and more.
attend.indypl.org/event/16351007
Thursday, June 4
Pride on the Lawn — FREE
Taggart Memorial Amphitheatre, Riverside Park, 1856 Burdsal Parkway
The Indianapolis Men’s Chorus invited Hoosiers to enjoy a festive summer evening in the park, filled with upbeat music and community as part of its 36th anniversary season.
indianapolismenschorus.org/events
Friday, June 5
Grapevine: Naptown’s Kickback for Local Jams — FREE
Cleo’s bodega, 2432 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St.
Indy’s premiere Black-owned First Friday is back this month complete with live DJs, music, art, food, local vendors and community from 6-10 p.m.
Harrison Center Rooftop Concert featuring Kenn.Wav — FREE
Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St.
Kenn.Wav, one of the 2026 Art & Soul Featured Artists, will perform a free rooftop concert during First Friday, from 6-9 p.m., after a brief 48-hour songwriting residency at the Harrison Center, emphasizing new works created on-site.
Saturday, June 6
Juneteenth Jamboree — FREE
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 Meridian St.
One of several free admission days at the Children’s Museum, the Juneteenth Jamboree celebrates family and freedom from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event includes a marketplace with local artists, performers and community resources, organizations and vendors.
childrensmuseum.org/visit/calendar/event/160
3rd Annual Loving Day Celebration — $15
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 N. Pennsylvania St.
Hosted in partnership with The International Center and former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard, the Loving Day Celebration will feature compelling stories, local art, a catered lunch and vow renewals to celebrate the landmark 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
internationalcenter.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/internationalcenter/event.jsp?event=75&
Sunday, June 7
Miss Indy Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant — $20
Indiana Historical Society, 450 W. Ohio St.
Hoosiers are invited to celebrate and support the young women competing for a chance to represent their home state in the National Miss Juneteenth Pageant at 5:30 p.m.
indyjuneteenth.org/missindyjuneteenth
Thursday, June 11
Dads to Doulas Indy Workshop — FREE
Martin Luther King Community Center, 40 W. 40th St.
Dads to Doulas aims to equip Black men and fathers with the knowledge and skills to advocate for their partners and families from pregnancy through infancy. The workshop takes place from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
eventbrite.com/e/dads-to-doulas-indy-workshop-tickets-1985320610389
Walking with History: Moving Forward with Pride — $15-$25
Indiana Historical Society, 450 W Ohio St.
In honor of Pride Month, the Indiana Historical Society invites the community to explore iconic spaces that contributed to the Pride Movement in Indianapolis through a 2-mile, 2-hour long walking tour beginning at 6 p.m.
indianahistory.org/events/walking-with-history-moving-forward-with-pride/
Friday, June 12
2026 Summer Porch Concert Series — FREE
Propylaeum, 1410 N. Delaware
The Propylaeum’s summer porch concerts are back, featuring evenings of free live music, community and “summer magic.” This month, Grupo Bembé takes the porch stage. Lawn chairs are encouraged.
Saturday, June 13
Indy Pride Festival — $15
Military Park, 601 W. New York St.
Celebrating 31 years, the Indy Pride Festival returns to Military Park from noon to 10 p.m., with community organizations, vendors, local artists, a Ballroom showcase and headlining performers such as Todrick Hall, Ciara Myst and Brooke Eden.
CBLC Book Fest and Juneteenth Celebration — FREE
Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St.
The Center for Black Literature and Culture (CBLC) celebrates its 9th annual Book Fest and Juneteenth Celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s theme is “Empowered to Speak: Freedom Dreams,” which invites guests to explore voices and narratives that shape the past, present and future — including keynote speaker Tomi Adeyemi, author of “Children of Blood and Bone.”
indypl.org/programs-events/cblc-book-fest
Sunday, June 14
Art & Soul Sundays — FREE
Indianapolis Artsgarden, 110 W. Washington St.
Art & Soul Featured Artist Kenn.Wav invites community to listen and connect during his free, family-friendly showcase rooted in Black musical tradition and shaped by Indiana soil from 3-4 p.m.
Speak the Speech: A Night of Spoken Word & Community — FREE
2712 Rader St.
Presented by the Indianapolis Shakespeare Company, the event features food and refreshments alongside an hour of live, spoken word poetry from local artists and community voices beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, June 19
‘Still Loud. Still Here” — $32
Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center, 705 N. Illinois St.
Sandra Gay’s one-woman show opens where her life nearly ended, on a hospital bed during the first days of the pandemic. The following story spans five decades of original poetry, part memoir, part testimony, part jazz concert and part celebration.
phoenixtheatre.org/buy-tickets
Black Wealth, Black Power: Putting Ourselves in Charge of Ourselves — $25
Indiana Landmarks, 1201 Central Ave.
In honor of Juneteenth, Indiana Landmarks is hosting a free screening of “Mosiah” and a panel discussion to explore the legacy of Marcus Garvey and his impact on Indiana. The post-presentation celebration from 7:30-9 p.m. features music from Alaina Renae, dancing, a buffet and drinks.
indianalandmarks.org/event/juneteenth-celebration
Saturday, June 20
Bloombox Festival — FREE
Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St.
The 25th annual Bloombox Festival celebrates Hoosier musicians and artists who perform and champion original works. The free, day-long event will feature bands across two stages and a marketplace of craft vendors.
4th Annual Legacy Fest Block Party — FREE
Madam Walker Legacy Center, 617 Indiana Ave.
Legacy Fest, the annual fundraising event for the Madam Walker Legacy Center, celebrates Black Music Month with a concert featuring headliner Teddy Riley, alongside a block party with more musical performances, food trucks, vendors and family-friendly activities.
madamwalkerlegacycenter.com/events/block-party-legacy-fest-2026/
Saturday, June 27
Back to the Avenue: Recorder Community Picnic — FREE
501 Indiana Ave.
The historic Recorder Picnic is back, and this year it’s returning to its original home on Indiana Avenue. The community is invited to celebrate this cultural reunion with food, live music, activities and connection.
Please note: Admission and ticket prices listed are general and before taxes/fees.
Contact Arts & Culture Reporter Chloe McGowan at 317-762-7848. Follow her on X @chloe_mcgowanxx.
Chloe McGowan is the Arts & Culture Reporter for the Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper. Originally from Columbus, OH, Chloe has a bachelor's in journalism from The Ohio State University. She is a former IndyStar Pulliam Fellow, and has previously worked for Indy Maven, The Lantern, and CityScene Media Group. In her free time, Chloe enjoys live theatre, reading, baking and keeping her plants alive.
