The scenic Hendricks County Half Marathon is in its fifth year. The course begins in town and heads out to rural Danville. Learn more here.

The 6th Annual Bow Wow Bash is a fun day for both dogs and their humans. Event includes a one mile Parade of Paws, dog contests, the Misty Eyes Ball Drop, dog adoption, silent auction, vendor booths, food booths, music, and more. Details here. $5 per person requested donation, dogs and children attend for free.

Danville Tri Kappa's largest fundraising event draws thousands of shoppers each fall. The fair features live entertainment, family activities, shopping, and more.

Celebrate fall at Beasley's Orchard! Enjoy hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a kids zone, Hay Mountain, and more on weekends in October. This year's corn maze theme is celebrating the 50th anniversary of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown." $8 for ages 12+, $6 for ages 3-11, free for kids under 3. More information here.

Learn to identify and observe stars in the sky above McCloud Nature Park! The Indiana Astronomical Society will present an informational session (rain or shine) followed by outdoor stargazing if the sky is clear. Learn to use the provided telescopes or bring your own.