🍦 This Weekend: Shop, Swap & Soar

TOGETHER WITH

Buckle up: this weekend is bursting at the seams with events. In fact, there’s so much happening that I didn’t even add extra news stories because the events themselves could fill a small novel. From festivals to family fun, there’s something for everyone. So charge your phones, clear your calendars, and get ready to make some memories! August may be winding down, but our community sure isn’t slowing down.

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• ✈️ Airport Day in Greenwood: Free kids’ flights, WWII re-enactors, flight simulators, and family aviation fun.

• 🛍️ Hoosier Handmade Market: Whiteland HS hosts a huge craft fair with jewelry, pottery, candles, woodwork & more.

• 👗 Free Clothing Events: Two giveaways this Saturday: JCPL’s Homecoming Pop-Up Shop & a Clothing Gift-A-Way in Indy.

Let’s get to it!

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

This Weekend

Clue: High School Edition at Woodmen Theater

This student-led production is the 2nd annual show brought to the Woodmen Stage. From auditions to staging, these talented students have worked tirelessly all summer to bring this madcap comedy to life. Get your tickets here!

• Friday, August 22nd & Saturday, August 23rd 7pm | Sunday, August 24th 2pm

• GHS Woodmen Theater – 615 West Smith Valley Road, Greenwood

Severed in the Midwest Car Show

The 11th Annual Severed in the Midwest Car, Truck & Bike Show returns with two full days of custom rides, vendors, and family-friendly fun. Vehicle registration is $40, and spectator tickets are $10 per person per day. Kids 12 and under are free!

• Friday, August 22nd & Saturday, August 23rd | 8am–6pm

• Johnson County Fairgrounds – 250 Fairground St., Franklin

Friday

Urban Air Jumperoo

Open to 5 and under & $11.99 per jumper, parents play free!

• Friday, August 22nd | 10am–12pm

• Urban Air Adventure Park – 1172 North Main Street, Franklin

School Day Play at Urban Air

Join a special event for $20.99 per jumper for homeschool, distance learning, or e-learning students!

• Friday, August 22nd | 1–3pm

• Urban Air Adventure Park – 1172 North Main Street, Franklin

Arts @ the Amp - Cruise In & Franklin Folk Project Concert

• Friday, August 22nd | Cars 4–8pm | Band 6–8pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater – 237 W Monroe St, Franklin

Cultural Soundscapes Concert Series ft. The Breakes

• Friday, August 22nd | 6–9pm

• Umbarger Plaza – 118 N Baldwin St, Bargersville

Greenwood Summer Concert Series ft. GrooveSmash (Rescheduled)

• Friday, August 22nd | 7–9pm

• Greenwood Amphitheater – 100 Surina Way, Greenwood

Back to School – General Trivia Night

Put your knowledge to the test at Back to School Trivia Night at The Sycamore! Gather your team of 2–8 players for a fun evening of trivia, prizes, food from Woppo’s, and drinks from the bar. Get your tickets here!

• Friday, August 22nd | Trivia Begins 7pm | Doors Open 5:30pm

• The Sycamore at Mallow Run – 7070 W. Whiteland Rd., Bargersville

Line Dancing with Amy at Old Towne Beer Hall

Kick up your boots with country line dancing with Amy Skirvin of Sweat Shop Franklin! No experience needed; each song kicks off with a quick lesson, so everyone can join in the fun. Get your tickets here!

• Friday, August 22nd | 7:30–10pm

• Old Towne Beer Hall – 55 East Court Street, Franklin

Saturday

Saturday Farmers Markets

• Greenwood: 8am–12pm | Greenwood UMC – 525 N Madison Ave

• Franklin: 8am–12pm | DriveHubler.com Amphitheater – 161 W Monroe St

Hoosier Handmade Craft Fair & Fall Market

Shop local and discover one-of-a-kind handmade items at the Hoosier Handmade Craft Fair & Fall Market! Featuring jewelry, pottery, leather, goat milk products, wood crafts, soy candles, baskets, and more. Free admission and parking.

• Saturday, August 23rd | 9am–3pm

• Whiteland Community High School – 300 Main St E, Whiteland

Clothing Gift-A-Way at First Separate Baptist

Need clothes? Come browse for free at this yard-sale-style event! A wide variety of sizes will be available, plus free donuts and coffee. All donations go toward missions in Ivory Coast, Africa.

• Saturday, August 23rd | 9am–12pm

• First Separate Baptist in Christ Church of Indianapolis – 25 Bixler Rd, Indianapolis

Greenwood Airport Day

Bring the family out for Greenwood Airport Day! Kids ages 8–17 can enjoy free aircraft rides, plus there’ll be WWII re-enactors, helicopter rides, flight simulators, and more. A great day of aviation fun for all ages!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 10am–3pm

• Greenwood Airport – 897 Airport Parkway, Greenwood

JCPL | Project Prom: Homecoming Pop-Up Shop

Teens, find your perfect formal wear for Homecoming for free! Stop by the barn behind Franklin Branch Library to browse dresses, suits, and accessories (one per teen). No registration required!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 10am–4pm

• Behind Franklin Branch Library – 401 State St, Franklin

LHBR 6th Annual Benefit Ride

Luci’s House Bully Rescue’s annual ride is back! Register at Southside Harley-Davidson, then kickstands go up at 12:30pm with stops at Brewski’s, The Crow Bar, and Tried & True Alehouse. The event includes a silent auction, merch, and more. Get your tickets here!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 10am–6pm

• Southside Harley-Davidson - 4930 Southport Crossing Pl, Indianapolis

Beauty & the Beast Bloom Bash at Dollie’s Farm

Meet Belle, Beast, and the whole cast while strolling through the blooms, snapping photos, and enjoying magical photo spots. Costumes encouraged! $12 per child (ages 1–18), cash at check-in.

• Saturday, August 23rd | 10am–12pm

• Dollie’s Farm – 3961 County Rd 425 E, Franklin

One Christian Church GriefShare

Find comfort, understanding, and hope in a supportive community at One Christian Church’s GriefShare group. This 13–week program offers a safe space for those navigating grief and loss. Register here.

• Saturday, August 23rd | 10am–12pm

• One Christian Church – 2578 Donica Rd, Greenwood

Family Fun Day at Center Church

Enjoy inflatables, water games, live music, yard pong, face painting, and even Build-a-Stuffed Animal fun. Burgers, hotdogs, chips, drinks, and frozen treats will be served—completely free!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 11am–3pm

• Center Church – 5445 Bluff Rd, Indianapolis

“8 Concerts in the Park” – A Festival of Community Bands

Spend the day at Surina Square Park enjoying eight free concerts from community bands across Indiana. Music runs noon to 8pm with food, drinks, shaded seating, and a free shuttle to overflow parking. Family-friendly and pet-friendly, just bring your lawn chair or blanket!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 12–8pm

• Greenwood Amphitheater – 100 Surina Way, Greenwood

Mallow Run Picnic Concert Series ft. Endless Summer Band

• Saturday, August 23rd | 6pm

• Mallow Run Winery – 6964 W Whiteland Rd, Bargersville

Franklin Summer Concert Series ft. Vintage

• Saturday, August 23rd | Gavin Curry 6–7:30pm | Vintage 8–10pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater - 237 W Monroe St, Franklin

Sunset & Sangrias at Dollie’s Farm

Enjoy live jazz from the South Side Jazzers, delicious eats from Lonely Monkey Food Truck, and sangrias (plus wine and beer) from Vino Mobile Bar as the sun sets over the flower fields. Guests can also build their own bouquet. Buy your tickets here!

• Saturday, August 23rd | 7–10:30pm

• Dollie’s Farm – 3961 County Rd 425 E, Franklin

Sunday

FINAL Mallow Run Farmer’s Market

Celebrate the last Mallow Run Farmer’s Market of the year with an afternoon of local vendors, fresh produce, artisan goods, food trucks, live music, and Mallow Run wine!

• Sunday, August 24th | 12–3pm

• Mallow Run Winery – 6964 W Whiteland Rd, Bargersville

Bug Fest 2025

Creepy crawlies take over Southeastway Park at Bug Fest! Enjoy hands-on stations, a butterfly tent, bug bazaar, food trucks, face painting, and more. Admission $10/person (cash or online).

• Sunday, August 24th | 12–4pm

• Southeastway Park – 5624 S Carroll Rd, Indianapolis

Evening of Hope at Vino Villa

Join 148 Ministries for an uplifting evening includes a silent auction, a delicious meal, and powerful stories from program recipients and community leaders all supporting efforts to help the abused, addicted, and trafficked in our community. Get your tickets here!

• Sunday, August 24th | 4:30–7pm

• Vino Villa – 200 N Madison Ave, Greenwood

Jeff Allen Comedy Show at Mad Hatter Events

Catch comedian Jeff Allen live in Greenwood! Known for his rapid-fire humor on marriage and family, Jeff has appeared on Netflix, Dry Bar Comedy, and America’s Got Talent. All ages welcome. Get your tickets here!

• Sunday, August 24th | 6pm

• Mad Hatter Shows & Event Center – 916 E Main Street, Suite 200, Greenwood

🎤 Looking for karaoke, trivia, bingo, and more? Check out our full list of recurring events here!

📆 Upcoming Events You Can’t Miss

• Wednesday, August 27th:

  • Our Lady of Greenwood BUNCO Party

  • Purse Bingo for Resources of Hope at Greenwood Moose Lodge

• Thursday, August 28th: 

  • Watercolor Workshop at Generation Art & Frame

  • Social of Greenwood Purse Bingo at Greenwood Moose Lodge

  • Bourbon & Cigars at The Haven

  • Cut Your Own Bouquet with SH Stems

• Friday, August 29th: 

  • Final Fridays in Old Town Greenwood

  • St. Rose of Lima PTA Designer Purse Bingo

  • Author RF Kuang at The Historic Artcraft Theatre

If you'd like additional details on any of the upcoming events, feel free to send us an email—we're happy to help!

⛅️ WEATHER

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | Groove Smash | 830pm

• Draft Day Pub | Gina & Joel | 7pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater | Franklin Folk Project | 6pm

• Duke’s Indy | Union Suit Rally | 7:30pm

• Greenwood Amphitheater | Groovesmash | 7pm (Rescheduled)

• SmockTown | The Sax Guy | 830pm

• The Corner Bar | Doug Henthorn Band | 7pm

• Tried & True | John Ryan Trio | 8pm

• Umbarger Plaza | The Breakes | 6pm

• Whit’s Inn | Homemade Jam | 9pm

Saturday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | That 90's Band | 830pm

• Brandywine Creek Winery | Landon Keller | 6pm

• Draft Day Pub | My Delilah Band | 7pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater | Vintage | 8pm

• Greenwood Amphitheater | 8 Concerts in the Park | 12-8pm

• Greenwood Moose Lodge | Hot Rod Lincoln | 7pm

• Mallow Run Picnic Series | Endless Summer Band | 6pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Rusted Nails | 9pm

• SmockTown | John Ryan | 8pm

• The Corner Bar | Benito and Friends | 7pm

• Tried & True | Enigma Fig | 8pm

• Whit’s Inn | Chaser Band | 9pm

Sunday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | Lynda Abshire Duo (Patio Show) | 6pm

• Brandywine Creek Winery | Ruben Guthrie | 2pm

• Mallow Run Winery | Aimee and Dave | 2-5pm

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