Locally Made: Indy's Fall Festival

Locally Made: Indy's Fall Festival takes over the Indianapolis Art Center on Saturday, October 17, from noon to 5 PM. It's a one-day gathering of more than 50 local and regional artists and artisans, all showing one-of-a-kind artwork and handmade goods. If you've been looking for a place to find something you won't see in a big-box store, this is it.

The festival is built around hands-on art activities for all ages, so it works as a family outing as much as a shopping trip. Free pumpkin painting is part of the mix, and there are food trucks on site. Local beer and wine are also available to buy, which makes it easy to hang out for a few hours rather than just popping in and out. It brings that combination of regional craft and autumn fun to ARTSPARK at the Indy Art Center.

With over 50 makers in one spot, you can spend a good while just walking the booths and seeing what people are making across the region. The focus is on one-of-a-kind work and handmade goods, so the things you find here aren't mass-produced. Between the art, the activities, and the food trucks, there's enough to keep you occupied for the whole afternoon.

Admission is free and open to the public. The festival runs from noon to 5 PM on Saturday, October 17, at the Indianapolis Art Center (ARTSPARK), 820 E 67th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220.