Indiana INsider's Guide

10 Ways to Enjoy the Holiday Season Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Nov. 22, 2021

It wouldn’t be the holiday season for my family if we didn’t take in a holiday concert or show together, shop for unique gifts at a craft fair and enjoy some holiday light viewing. Create memories this holiday season that will last throughout the year. Just south of Indianapolis in Festival Country…

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10 Unforgettable Activities For This Fall South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Sep. 24, 2021

Some of Indiana's best corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and leaf-viewing opportunities are in Festival Country Indiana. Don't miss out on all the fun of fall South of Indy. Start your adventure at the Festival Country Indiana Visitor Center in downtown Franklin. You can get your photo in their free…

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You Have to Check Out Autumn South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Sep. 25, 2019

Autumn has arrived in Festival Country Indiana, and that means great leaf-viewing opportunities and plenty of fall fun like corn mazes, pumpkin patches and fall festivals. You're going to love autumn South of Indy. Festival Country, located just south of Indianapolis, is home to three cool corn…

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Wine, Dine & Unwind on a Girlfriend Getaway Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Mar. 14, 2019

I just got back from a lovely getaway weekend that included a wonderful stay at a Bed & Breakfast, a fun wine-tasting experience and dining at places I’d never been. If you’re looking for a girlfriend getaway (or a romantic retreat), you can find the perfect experience just south of Indy in Johnson…

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This Small Town Guitar Shop is Home to Some Incredible Music History

By Ken Kosky on Mar. 01, 2019

People have come from as far away as Germany and New Zealand to visit this guitar shop in Franklin to hear stories about, and see memorabilia from, some of the most famous musicians of the past several decades. Frank's Guitars owner Frank Dean has met, been the opening act for or jammed with the…

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You Have to Experience All of the Fall Fun Johnson County Has to Offer

By Ken Kosky on Aug. 14, 2018

Autumn is just around the corner in Festival Country Indiana! Awesome leaf peeping opportunities will soon be here, and the Fall Fun Johnson County has to offer includes corn mazes, pumpkin patches, fall festivals and more. Festival Country, located just south of Indianapolis, is home to two of…

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From Goat Yoga to Sushi Making: Unique Experiences South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Jun. 27, 2018

I was lucky enough to enjoy two experiences in Indiana that are hard to find anywhere else – goat yoga and a sushi making class taught by a sushi expert. Both are available each weekend in the communities of Festival Country Indiana, located just south of Indianapolis. First, I went to Tagalong…

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9 Old Favorites & New Offerings This Festival Season South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Apr. 23, 2018

There’s nothing better than getting away and enjoying an authentic festival that celebrates great music as well as local food, drinks and goods. One of the best places for festivals and events is Festival Country Indiana, located just south of Indianapolis. WAMMfest celebrates wine, art, music and…

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Find the Ultimate Guys Weekend Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky on Feb. 27, 2018

Sometimes you just want a weekend with the guys. Whether it is thrill-seeking, a day on the links or enjoying craft beer, you can find the perfect guys weekend just south of Indy in Festival Country Indiana. It is home to the great golf courses, disc golf and foot golf courses, and air sports like…

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Four Fun Ways To Celebrate Valentine’s Weekend

By Ken Kosky on Jan. 17, 2018

Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner and dancing with your Valentine or for Valentine’s fun for the whole family, you’ll have to check out these four fun ways to celebrate just south of Indy. A wildly-popular event for couples is the Valentine’s Dinner & Dancing event on Feb. 10 at The…

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