Zionsville Events: Something for Everyone to Enjoy

by Cindy Paul

Throughout the year the community of Zionsville, Indiana comes together for several annual Zionsville events. These events, sponsored by the Zionsville Merchants Association, represent a wide range of interests held by Zionsville people. The Zionsville town government is constantly looking for ways to engage the community, foster conversation and create relationships. Stronger community relationships not only mean a better quality of life for Zionsville residents, but also safer streets and a healthier community over all. Listed below are a few of the great Ziosnville events throughout the year.

Zionsville Events

Legislative Breakfast – This annual Zionsville breakfast event is held at the Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library. It offers Zionsville residents a chance to meet and greet with local Indiana state legislators.
Easter Egg Hunt at Lions Park - Bring the little ones to this fun filled celebration of Easter. Search for colorful eggs filled with prizes as you enjoy the sights and sounds of this Zionsville park.
Brick Street Market – Formerly known as the Country Market, this Zionsville community event offers the freshest produce, handmade wares, and other locally made and sold goodies.
Lincoln Park Concert Series – Every Wednesday inĀ  the summer, Lincoln Park is packed to the gills with Zionsville people. This free concert series brings the best of Zionsville music and Indianapolis music to Hoosiers living in Zionsville!
Zionsville Farmers Market – Yet another green friendly opportunity in Zionsville, Indiana. Its always better to buy local. Support the local economy and get the freshest ingredients for your latest kitchen creation.
Miss Indiana Pageant – Each year Zionsville has the distinguished honor of hosting the Miss Indiana Pageant. Find out what lucky Hoosier lady will be crowned Miss Indiana and go on to compete in the national Miss America Pageant. Wish her luck as she represents Indiana to the United States!

Video of the 2009 Miss Indiana being crowned as Miss America; the Miss Indiana pageant takes place in Zionsville, Indian

 

The Gardens of Zionsville – Tour the beautiful gardens maintained by Zionsville residents. Ten Zionsville homes will open their doors to the public to share the splendor of their private garden.
Zionsville Paint Out – Sponsored by the Sullivan Munce Art and Culture Center, this Zionsville event is a favorite of Indianapolis artists and amateurs alike.
Brick Street Gallery Walk Each summer for one night only, the Zionsville art galleries along historic Brick Street (Main Street) in Zionsville open their doors to the public. Peruse beautiful art work and even find some to take home. Over thirty artists will share their work. Plus live music and free entertainment. What could be better?
Lions Club Fourth of July Celebration- The biggest Fourth of July celebration in Zionsville is hosted by the Lions Club each year in Lions Park. With activities, food and fun for the whole family, its is easy to understand why this Zionsville event is a favorite among residents each year.

Video of Fourth of July fireworks over Lions Park in Zionsville, Indiana

 

Street Dance and Taste of Zionsville – All the best Zionsville restaurants turn out for this Zionsville event. Food options range from barbecue to sushi to gyros and more. Plus beer and wine to loosen you up just enough for dancing in the streets!
Trader’s Point Charity Horse Show – This charity Zionsville event benefits Riley Children’s Hospital. Watch as Wild Air Farms comes alive when some of the world’s greatest horse riders come to Boone County. This week long event offers competition, sportsmanship and some of the most beautiful animals in North America.

Video of the 2008 Traders Point Charity Horse Show in Zionsville, Indiana

 

Village Station Annual Ride – This motorcycle riding event in Zionsville benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Help these hog wild Harley riders make a difference by supporting their annual event.
Lions Club Fall Festival – As Boone County’s biggest and best annual festival, this Zionsville event has fun for the whole family. Zionsville kids can enjoy carnival rides, games, activities and more. Even teens can get in on the action with LionPalooza, a teen night. All the while parents can unwind with live music and good food. Plus a Saturday morning parade through downtown Zionsville!

Video of the 2009 Zionsville Fall Festival parade in Zionsville, Indiana

 

Hit the Bricks Five Mile Race – This Zionsville sports event is a fun race for athletes in Zionsville and the regular Joe looking to do something different.
Brick Street Chili Cook Off – For more than a decade and a half, the Brick Street Chili Cook Off has been tempting taste buds. Taste the best chilis in Zionsville and be the judge. Vote for your favorite as you enjoy good food and good times.
Zionsville GhostWalk – Sponsored by the Sullivan Munce Art and Culture Center, this Zionsville event is spooktacular. Hear ghost stories, and, on a good night, see a ghost first hand. Visit all the haunted places in Zionsville.
Scarecrows on Parade – For the entire month of October, the streets of Zionsville are decked out with scarecrows. Designed by Zionsville businesses, artists and merchants, these creepy works of art will get you in the Halloween spirit.
Trick or Treat at Boone Village – For some fun and free treats take your hollowed out, plastic, orange pumpkin to Boone Village where participating merchants will have goodies on hand.
Relay for Life- Zionsville people run the nationally famous Relay for Life each year in support of the American Cancer Association.

Promotional video for Relay for Life, a cancer-fighting organization that holds an annual race in Zionsville, Indiana

 

Tree Lighting Ceremony – Christmas just is not complete without a giant town tree. Don’t miss the flick of the switch at Zionsville’s annual tree lighting ceremony.
Christmas in the Village – Main Street gives itself over to Christmas for a special weekend each December. Carolers, music, carriage rides, train rides and refreshments make this weekend festive; a parade down Main Street finishes things off in grand style!

Check out FunCityFinder.com‘s Indianapolis events listings for more things to do in Zionsville.

“Love is in the Air”
Jan. 17
Bridal Show
Montgomery Aviation
2-5 pm
Sponsored by Ace Party Rental
Laugh, Bite and a Blast
American Legion Comedy Show 

Saturday Jan. 23
Jeff McDonald and Friend
Dinner served from 7-8 pm
Show starts at 8 pm
$20/person or $35 a couple
Must be 18 years old

 

 

 

 

Legislative Breakfast
Saturday, February 20 7:30 a.m.
Hussey-Mayfield Library

Egg Hunt at Lions Park
Saturday April 3

Brick Street Market
~~formerly Country Market~~
Saturday, May 15, 2010

Lincoln Park Concert Series
Wednesday evenings in June and July

Zionsville Farmers Market
Saturday mornings June-September

Miss Indiana 2010
Wed. June 23-Sat. June 26

The Gardens of Zionsville
June 12 and 13

Zionsville Paint Out
Saturday June 19

Brick Street Gallery Walk
Friday June 25 6-10pm

Lions Club Celebration
Sunday July 4

Street Dance and Taste of Zionsville
Saturday August 7

Trader’s Point Charity Horse Show
August 10-15
contact Debra Jaramillo 205-5827

Village Station 8th Annual Eagle Ride
benefiting Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
August 28 contact Larry 873-2363

Lions Club Fall Festival
September 10,11,12

Hit the Bricks 5 Mile Race
Optimist Club

Brick Street Chili Cookoff
Friendly Tavern
October 9

The Ghost Walk
October 15, 16

Trick or Treat at Boone Village


 

 

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