Events and Programs

Experience the magic of Golden Hour Gatherings at Conner Prairie! Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of our sunflower fields while savoring heritage breed foods and artisanal cocktails. Enjoy a custom six-course menu created by Chef Susan Collins that features our five rare Heritage Breeds. Each course will be paired with creative cocktails using locally sourced spirits…

We will be open for Labor Day from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.! Plan your visit today and purchase tickets.

Join us on the Trails at Conner Prairie for Stroller Strides hosted by FIT4MOM North Indy. Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller and the environment. Taught by certified and specially…

Experience the magic of Golden Hour Gatherings at Conner Prairie! Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of our sunflower fields while savoring heritage breed foods and artisanal cocktails. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for an evening of live music and dancing. Learn new dance styles from local instructors while enjoying the picturesque…

Playtime on the Prairie for 3-5 year olds is an hour long program designed for early learners and their parents or guardians. During these classes, attendees will have the opportunity to explore natural materials, participate in age-appropriate play invitations, CREATE, PLAY, and LEARN! Children must be accompanied by an adult at no charge. Purchase Tickets.

We will be closing the museum grounds at 4 p.m. to prepare for Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival. Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival begins September 6 through 8. Friday and Saturday evening includes live music, a variety of food options, bounce houses and engaging activities as balloons take flight before your eyes! After dark, enjoy our unforgettable…

September 6 – 8, 2024 Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy live music, a variety of seasonal treats including specialties from the Apple Store, bounce houses and so much more! Arrive early to experience a breathtaking balloon race that will kick off our picturesque balloon glow and immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of color. Saturday and…

Join us at dawn for our to cheer on your favorite balloons as pilots fill the sky in exciting competitions, with a grand champion announced after Sunday's final race! Learn more about Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival. Reserve your free ticket

We will be closing the museum grounds at 4 p.m. to prepare for Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival. Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival begins September 6 through 8. Friday and Saturday evening includes live music, a variety of food options, bounce houses and engaging activities as balloons take flight before your eyes! After dark, enjoy our unforgettable…

Join Conner Prairie on Saturday, September 7, for a celebration of love as we host a 19th century wedding that explores historic African American traditions. The sound of wedding bells are in the air for our happy couple. This wedding will explore historic African American traditions in the 19th century. Be a part of the…

Join us for a reflective walk through the new Promised Land as Proving Ground exhibit. This walk will include time to pause, reflect, notice and wonder as you experience Conner Prairie's newest exhibit with the Education Team. This program is free with general admission. Meet at the festival gates Times: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

September 6 – 8, 2024 Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy live music, a variety of seasonal treats including specialties from the Apple Store, bounce houses and so much more! Arrive early to experience a breathtaking balloon race that will kick off our picturesque balloon glow and immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of color. Saturday and…