Looking for ways to enjoy fall without the spook factor? Check out these Halloween 2021 weekend activities in Hendricks County. Scares on the Square This free event on Friday, October 29th on the Danville Courthouse Square begins with a costume parade and fun run. Next up is a golf cart parade and the Danville Community Education Foundation 5K. Black Jack Davey & the Rhythm Kings will play live music at 7:00 p.m. Intended for all ages to enjoy, this event … [Read more...]
2021 Fall Colors Festival at McCloud Nature Park
Did you know that McCloud Nature Park is voted one of the Best Fall Foliage Spots in Indiana every year by Visit Indiana's survey participants? There are a variety of tree species within the park, so this is one of the best places around to see fall colors! The 2021 Fall Colors Festival will be held at McCloud Nature Park on Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This free family-friendly event offers fall fun for everyone! 2021 Fall Colors Festival … [Read more...]
2021 McCloud Prairie Maze: Cicada
This year the Prairie Maze at McCloud Nature Park is in the shape of a cicada. Brood X only emerges from the ground once every 17 years, and since 2021 was a Brood X year, it seemed like the perfect theme for this year's maze. McCloud Prairie Maze Details The McCloud Prairie Maze begins on September 4th and will be open daily until October 31, 2021. Make sure to dress for the weather, including wearing comfortable close-toed shoes. Bring water and the whole family, as … [Read more...]
6th Annual McCloud Bee Fest
The 6th Annual McCloud Bee Fest will be held on Saturday, August 28th, 2021 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at McCloud Nature Park in North Salem, Indiana. 2021 McCloud Bee Fest This event is free to attend. Stop by at any time between 1:00-4:00 to participate in activities and learn about these pollinators, including which species are native to Indiana and how bees pollinate plants! The 2021 McCloud Bee Fest will include: Games and activitiesFun bee craftsVendor booths … [Read more...]
11th Annual McCloud Maple Syrup Days
Have a true farm-to-table experience at McCloud Nature Park during the 11th Annual Maple Syrup Days event on March 6th and 13th, 2021. Each year, the sugar maple trees at the park produce sap with high sugar content. Staff and volunteers collect this sap each day. It is placed in an evaporator when it becomes maple syrup. What to Expect You can see the entire process from sap collection to evaporation at this event. The 2021 event will be held on March 6th and 13th … [Read more...]