21 FREE THINGS TO DO IN INDY WITH KIDS

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What will I do with the kids this Summer? I decided to stalk the internet and find the best things to do with the kids this summer before they even mutter the words…I’m bored.

I’m sharing with you 21 of the best FREE activities to do in Indy with kids. I also have some fun outings that are super affordable and a few virtual experiences as well! Let’s get into it!

We are definitely going to take part in these activities and share them with you on our YouTube Channel and Instagram, be sure to follow and connect with us!

FREE FUN IN INDY FOR KIDS

Who doesn’t love FREE FUN? If you are reading this then you probably love saving a dollar and having fun! You are my kind of person! I’m sharing all the links to free family fun this Summer.

KIDS SKATE FOR FREE

$1 SUMMER MOVIES

KIDS BOWL FOR FREE

KIDS THAT DO GOOD VOLUNTEERING

FREE LEGO MAGAZINE

BEST FREE THINGS TO DO IN INDIANAPOLIS

I’m super excited to tour Indy with the kids as a tourist and really experience the city and find new hidden gems along the way! Here are a few suggestions to get excited about and venture out into the circle city!

VISIT DOWNTOWN CULTURAL ART DISTRICTS

CHILDREN MUSEUM - FIRST THURSDAY - $6 PER PERSON

INDIANA STATE MUSEUM & HISTORIC SITES FREE DAY

VISIT INDY’S LIBRARIES

BE THE “I” IN INDY

FREE OUTDOOR FUN

Being out in nature is what Summer is all about! Make a day at the park and visit a different park each week (or as many as you can each week). Let’s get these kids tired and get the whole family exercising during these outdoor adventures!

TREEHOUSES AT FLAT FORK CREEK PARK

VISIT INDY’S 212 PARKS

100 ACRES AT NEWFIELDS

MONON TRAIL

WALK AND TALK - MARATHON KIDS

FREE & FUN INDOOR ACTIVITIES

So you need something for the kids to do while you are working for a few hours at home…I got you covered! Here are some perfect alternatives to get the kids away from the same ol’ YouTube videos and TikToks.

YOUTUBE CAMP BONKERS

MICROSOFT CAMP AT HOME

SCHOLASTIC SUMMER READING

APPLE CAMP AT HOME

MICHEAL’S CAMP CREATIVITY AT HOME

FREE RAINY DAY FUN

Let’s hope we don’t have many rainy days but just in case any of the above FREE AND FUN ACTIVITIES will do wonders! I’m also excited for this bonus adventure that’s outside of Indy but sounds like lots of fun!

THE COMMONS INDOOR CLIMB PARK

I hope you found an activity or two (really hope more) that you are excited to do with your kids this Summer! We are definitely going to take part in these activities and share them with you on our YouTube Channel and Instagram, be sure to follow and connect with us!

 

Starla Kay Mathis

I’m a mix of Dorothy and Blanche with a double shot of Claire Huxtable.

Lover of laughs, getting sh*t done and keeping it real.

Your Creative Bestie,

Starla Kay Mathis

Hello! I’m Starla - wife, mom, creative entrepreneur and lifestyle influencer based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

I’m passionate about creating lifestyle content that brings value to my readers and inspires us all to create a life that we love!


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