Indianapolis Festivals 2026 & 2027
Indianapolis has 1 festival with confirmed dates on the 2026-2027 calendar below, each linked to its official source. Pick the ones that fit your window, then build the rest of the trip around them.
The Indianapolis festival calendar leads with these:
- Heartland Film FestivalOct 8 - Oct 18film festival
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Festival calendar
October 2026
- Oct 8 - Oct 18
film festival. International Film Festival.
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Early leads on festivals still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
Indianapolis St. Patrick's Day Parade
Mar 17 - Mar 20 · Planning lead · projected date
Annual Eiteljorg Indian Market & Festival
Jun 26 - Jun 27 · Planning lead · projected date
Jul 22 - Jul 25 · Planning lead · projected date
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