Events
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WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP NEW YEAR'S EVE BICENTENNIAL BASH
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Avon-Washington Township Park115 South County Road 575 East, Avon, IN, 46123, United States
The Washington Township New Year’s Eve Bicentennial Bash will be held to start the celebration of Washington Township and Hendricks County on December 31 from 5‐7 p.m. The family friendly celebration will include games, music, snacks and entertainment. The evening will end with fireworks. We are also including goody bags for the first 500 kids who attend. These bags will include the Washington Township Bicentennial Coloring Book, crayons, noisemakers and other fun party favors.
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH'S FREE LENTEN LUNCHES & HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS
Monday, February 26, 2024
Danville Christian Church 180 West Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The lunch will include a delicious taco bar. Everyone is welcome. There will be a historic display of the church's history in Hendricks County, and historic church tours will be offered.
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH'S FREE LENTEN LUNCHES & HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS
Monday, March 4, 2024
Danville Christian Church 180 West Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The lunch will include a delicious potato bar. Everyone is welcome. There will be a historic display of the church's history in Hendricks County, and historic church tours will be offered.
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH'S FREE LENTEN LUNCHES & HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS
Monday, March 11, 2024
Danville Christian Church 180 West Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The lunch will include a delicious salad bar. Everyone is welcome. There will be a historic display of the church's history in Hendricks County, and historic church tours will be offered.
SECRETS ON THE SHELF
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
The Royal Theater 59 South Washington Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The 8th-grade honors social studies class of Cascade Middle School has partnered with the Hendricks County Historical Museum to create a documentary highlighting unique artifacts in the museum. On Wednesday, March 13th at 6:00 p.m. this documentary will be shown free of charge at the Danville Royal Theater. The doors to the theater will be opened at 5:15 p.m. and the concession stand will be opened for individuals to purchase refreshments. Directly following the movie the Hendricks Historical County Museum will be opened for the public to see the artifacts shown in the film.
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH'S FREE LENTEN LUNCHES & HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS
Monday, March 18, 2024
Danville Christian Church 180 West Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The lunch will include lasagna, sides and drinks. Everyone is welcome. There will be a historic display of the church's history in Hendricks County, and historic church tours will be offered.
DANVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH'S FREE LENTEN LUNCHES & HISTORIC CHURCH TOURS
Monday, March 25, 2024
Danville Christian Church 180 West Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The lunch will be a celebration picnic. Everyone is welcome. There will be a historic display of the church's history in Hendricks County, and historic church tours will be offered.
CLAYTON DOWNTOWN HISTORY DISPLAY
Monday, April 1, 2024 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Copper Top Customs 4885 Iowa Street, Clayton, IN, 46118, United States
Throughout the month of April, businesses in and around Copper Top Square will display Clayton's history with photos and information regarding the history and renovation of the five buildings purchased by Jeff and Cynthia Harbison located at Ind. 39 and Iowa and Kentucky streets. They hope to bring awareness to the history of these buildings - including the original Clayton Baptist Church, now Allegiant Precision Tool, one of the first homes, now Ms. B's Teas, and the original Clayton Poultry House, now Copper Top Customs, what it takes to breathe new life in them and honoring the amazing craftsmanship, hard work, skills and knowledge brought to Indiana from other countries.
GARDENING FOR ALL AGES
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex
This large annual garden show, now in it's 37th year, is free to the public and features educational sessions, demonstrations, more than 50 vendors and other resources with advice to make this year’s garden the best. New this year specifically to celebrate the Bicentennial, displays will focus on gardening from historical times to today.
Free vegetables, flowers and herb seeds as well as free tree saplings will be offered to families. This year’s children’s activities will have specific focus on pioneer life of kids.
DANCING WITH THE HENDRICKS COUNTY STARS
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
10 local stars will exhibit their new ballroom dancing skills on behalf of the Hendricks County Historical Museum in this Bicentennial Year. Join us for this fun-filled evening of dining, dancing, and great dance performances by “Stars” of Hendricks County! And all proceeds benefiting the historical preservation efforts of the Hendricks County Museum.
SUMMER FUN RUN & WALK SERIES
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park 4521 Gibbs Road, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Held 12 weeks throughout the summer, the Hendricks County Parks Foundation provides this annual fitness event to showcase our county parks. The Summer Fun Run & Walk Series will celebrate the Bicentennial at its kickoff event on May 29 at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park with birthday or bicentennial-themed desserts for all participants.
EVENINGS IN DANVILLE
Friday, May 31, 2024
Hendricks County Courthouse Square Danville, IN
New in 2024, Evenings in Danville is a free, concert series that will salute the Bicentennial with a group rendition of “Happy Birthday”, photo ops and cupcakes before the opening evening performance from More Than A Feeling, a Boston and American Foreigner tribute band. The concert series will continue with four more events throughout the summer.
FAMILY DAY AT THE MUSEUM
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Hendricks County Historical Museum 170 South Washington Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Family friendly exhibits, demonstrations and activities about settlers in the early days of Hendricks County.
AMO FISH FRY FESTIVAL
Thursday, June 6, 2024 - Saturday, June 8, 2024
4704 North Pearl Street, Amo, IN 46103, United States
This popular festival includes live music, tasty food, kids activities, a car show, a parade and a spectacular fireworks finale. It is also known for its nightly Bingo tent, which will highlight 200 years by having a $200 top Bingo prize each night of the event.
BICENTENNIAL COTILLION
Friday, June 14, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122,United States
Take a twirl through history as we celebrate Hendricks County's Bicentennial. Kick up your heels and experience English Country Dance lead by Alice Smith-Goeke and live music by Entwyned. It’s easy enough for beginners and there is no fancy footwork needed. English Country Dance is characterized by simple sets and patterns that can be enjoyed by the entire family. Singles, Couples and Families welcomed. You don’t need to bring a partner. All dances taught. No experience necessary. Fancy Dress/ Costumes are admired, but not required. Lets party like it's 1824 on July 14 at the Hendricks County Fair!
HENDRICKS COUNTY RIB-FEST & BBQ
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex
This county-wide, family-friendly event will bring back live entertainment after a multi-year hiatus to celebrate the county’s bicentennial. Come early for the annual Rib Run, enjoy live music, kids activities, great BBQ and much more throughout the day and stay late for the festive hot air balloon glow followed by fireworks at dusk.
HENDRICKS SYMPHONY PRESENTS "STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR"
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Hendricks Live! 200 West Main Street, Plainfield, IN, 46168, United States
Hendricks Symphony will host a patriotic community concert June 30 at Hendricks Live! entitled “Star Spangled Spectacular.” In honor of the Hendricks County Bicentennial, concert attendees will receive free commemorate buttons at this special event as a keepsake. The concert will celebrate America’s love of patriotic music.
PITTSBORO FREEDOM CELEBRATION
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Scamahorn Park130 East Main Street, Pittsboro, IN, 46167, United States
The park comes to life with the sights and sounds of the 4th of July during the annual Freedom Celebration. The day starts with a parade through Pittsboro, then a full day of activities at Scamahorn Park including vendors, great food options, and games for families. The skies come alive with a tremendous firework show to close out the night.
HENDRICKS COUNTY RIB-FEST & BBQ
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex
This county-wide, family-friendly event will bring back live entertainment after a multi-year hiatus to celebrate the county’s bicentennial. Come early for the annual Rib Run, enjoy live music, kids activities, great BBQ and much more throughout the day and stay late for the festive hot air balloon glow followed by fireworks at dusk.
Hendricks County 4-H Fair
Sun, Jul 14, 2024 - Sat, Jul 20, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex
Be a part of the birthday party as the 4-H Fair commemorates the county’s 200th with its bicentennial-themed, week-long celebration. The usual food, farm animals, rides, games and other activities will return with a bit of a historic birthday twist.
PIONEER ESCAPE ROOM
Monday, Jul 15, 2024 - Friday, Jul 19, 2024
Avon-Washington Township Public Library 498 North Avon Avenue, Avon, IN, 46123, United States
The pioneer escape room will be conducted during Summer Reading and Celebrating Avon at the Avon-Washington Township Public Library and will be open to grades 5-12 during the week of July 15 and September 28 (Celebrating Avon). Five participants will be transported through a time portal to the 1830s. One of the participants will be James Trotter who has been arrested for profanity and has to pay $1 fine to be released from jail. Participants will have to collect the numbers for the combination to the safe to find the $1 by using clues which will be scattered throughout the room.
FASHION THROUGH THE AGESS
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
GALLERY ON THE SQUARE'S 2024 PLEIN AIR COMPETITION & ART FAIR
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Avon-Washington Township Public Library 498 North Avon Avenue, Avon, IN, 46123, United States
This is the the Gallery on the Square’s seventh annual public Plein Air painting competition and free community arts event, Saturday, August 10, 2024. Four artist divisions: professional, non-professional, teen and youth (12 & under) will be drawing and painting their versions of familiar scenes around Danville’s historic square, as well as in its neighborhoods, public spaces and local Hendricks County sites.
The public is invited to participate in the community “Family Fun Art Day” to be held from 1:00 pm - 3:45 pm on the eastside of the square. Activities will include:
• Bath Bomb Painting
• Chalk-the-Walk
• Create ‘Make-and-Take Art’
• Face Painting
Over $2,500 in prizes will be awarded in a variety of categories, including a $500 scholarship to a recent graduate of Danville High School who will be pursuing a degree in art.
One of the Peoples’ Choice Awards will be the “Hendricks County Bicentennial 200 Plein Air Award. Voters will be asked to select “the best of show depicting Hendricks County’s rich history that includes a look to the future.” The prize will appropriately be $200.
BICENTENNIAL HISTORY HIKE
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Arbuckle Acres Park 200 North Green Street, Brownsburg, IN, 46112, United States
Embark on a time-traveling adventure with a park naturalist at Arbuckle Acres Park during a Bicentennial History Hike! Celebrate 200 years in Hendricks County while discovering how Brownsburg has evolved over the years. It's a journey through history and nature that's as fun as it is fascinating
LEND-TO-SCAN DAY
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Hendricks County Historical Museum 170 South Washington Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Organizers are seeking historic Hendricks County photographs that fit the themes Town, Architecture, Schools or Business. Drop off no more than 25 of your historic photographs on the day of the event. Allow 1-2 weeks to scan the items to be added to their digital collections. You will be contacted when your photos are ready for pick up.
Source: https://hendrickscountymuseum.org/events/lend-to-scan-day-preserving-local-history/
AFTERNOON TEA: HATS OFF TO 200 YEARS
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Enjoy some tea and a little history at this fun event where clothing and headwear worn in the county over the past 200 years will be on display. The cost is $25 per person and tickets can be reserved.
Source: https://hendrickscountymuseum.org/events/an-afternoon-tea-2/
TRI-KAPPA FAIR ON THE SQUARE HALF MARATHON AND 5K
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Courthouse Grounds 65 South Washington Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The Fair on the Square Half Marathon, 5K & 1-mile walk Presented by Hendricks Regional Health is located on the beautiful Courthouse Square in Danville. Our event kicks off the annual Fair on the Square Fall Festival allowing runners to enjoy the festivities and festival offering from traditional small-town vendors. Crafts, foods, apparel and one-of-a-kind offerings will make you smile. The Courthouse Square is so unique that Hollywood filmed the Fall Festival for the movie Mayberry the week prior to our event in 2019. Join us; it is worth the trip.
PLAINFIELD QUAKER DAY FESTIVAL PARADE
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Main Street, Plainfield, IN
The Plainfield Chamber's Quaker Day Parade through downtown Plainfield will have a Bicentennial theme in 2024, "IN OUR PLAINFIELD ERA, THEN AND NOW"
MONTROSE FARMS BICENTENNIAL & NATIONAL ALPACA FARM DAY
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Montrose Farms 3750 North County Road 950 East, Brownsburg, IN, 46112, United States
Open house to celebrate both Montrose farm's bicentennial and National Alpaca Farm Day on Sept. 28th.
Visitors are welcome to wander the grounds, meet the alpacas, etc. Placards with historical information will be spaced around the farm. Spinning demonstrations available along with vendors and musicians.
CELEBRATING AVON FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Avon-Washington Township Public Library
Join us to celebrate 200 years of county history as we also highlight the history of Washington Township and Avon during a free, family-friendly event. Activities will include music, food, crafts, games and local history including an escape room for teens that will focus on Indiana history and historical displays. You also won’t want to miss the Pioneer Path which showcases local artisans and includes woodworking, bee-keeping, rosemaling, drop-spinning, pottery, printmaking, cane weaving, and more! The festival will also have tractors, model trains, a K9 demonstration from Avon Police Department, a giant slide and of course a candy drop by Hendricks Power Cooperative. Parking is available at the library.
PIONEER ESCAPE ROOM
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Avon-Washington Township Public Library 498 North Avon Avenue, Avon, IN, 46123, United States
The pioneer escape room will be conducted during Summer Reading and Celebrating Avon at the Avon-Washington Township Public Library and will be open to grades 5-12 during the week of July 15 and September 28 (Celebrating Avon). Five participants will be transported through a time portal to the 1830s. One of the participants will be James Trotter who has been arrested for profanity and has to pay $1 fine to be released from jail. Participants will have to collect the numbers for the combination to the safe to find the $1 by using clues which will be scattered throughout the room.
HENDRICKS COUNTY HISTORIC ROAD RALLY
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Hendricks County Historical Museum
The Hendricks County Historical Museum will host a road rally, leading participants through the county to visit spots that early settlers in Hendricks County walked, set up business and farmed. Historic notes on each featured location will be provided. Cost is $20 per car. Participants will meet in the Broadway Street parking lot across from the Museum. Registration and instructions will occur from 8:30-9 am, first car leaves at 9 am. Route will take about two hours. Awards follow when all cars return.
HEARTLAND APPLE FESTIVAL - BICENTENNIAL-THEMED CORN MAZE
Saturday, October 5, 2024 - Sunday, October 6
Beasley's Orchard 2304 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Beasley’s will celebrate the Bicentennial with their annual corn maze. The corn maze design is selected each year and serves as the overarching theme of their seven fall festival weekends beginning with the Heartland Apple Festival. Look for a Bicentennial themed corn maze this fall.
HEARTLAND APPLE FESTIVAL - BICENTENNIAL-THEMED CORN MAZE
Saturday, October 12, 2024 - Sunday, October 13
Beasley's Orchard 2304 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
Beasley’s will celebrate the Bicentennial with their annual corn maze. The corn maze design is selected each year and serves as the overarching theme of their seven fall festival weekends beginning with the Heartland Apple Festival. Look for a Bicentennial themed corn maze this fall.
AVON TRI KAPPA BINGO NIGHT
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex 1900 East Main Street, Danville, IN, 46122, United States
The popular annual bingo event will feature a Bicentennial theme, including a county history display, bingo callers dressed from the 1930’s (when Bingo officially began), historical trivia questions and giveaway prizes. Doors open at 5 p.m.