5 Reasons to Head to Conner Prairie This Summer- This summer Conner Prairie has added a few new attractions to their large list of fun! Here is the low down for what’s opened for exploring this summer at Conner Prairie. Be sure to add Symphony on the Prairie to your summer bucket list. It’s one of our family’s favorite summer time traditions! Check out their Fun Guide here.
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5 Reasons to Visit Conner Prairie This Summer
Make a Splash: Reimagined River Crossing
Make a splash at our revitalized River Crossing play area.
We have reimagined our popular water playscape to
take families on a river journey. Try your hand at our new
fishing activity, then journey under a covered bridge that
leads you outdoors to find the Alice Dean at the dock
in town. You can pretend to be her captain or help load
cargo to prepare for your own riverboat trip. Favorites
like the trains, climbing structure and water play will remain with fun new
activities and improvements. Our new River Crossing experience also includes
features to make visiting a breeze for families, like a more accessible entrance
and large storage cubbies for bags and towels.
Get Back to Nature: New! River Lookout and
Treetop Classroom
Experience the outdoors at Conner Prairie in our new
nature experience areas. The River Lookout will provide an
incredible view, and give you access to rarely seen sights
on our property. The lookout will not only be a place to
visit nature’s beauty, but will also highlight the history
and ecology of the waterway with interpretive signage.
In addition, the Treetop Classroom will be nestled in the
woods near Treetop Outpost. This 50-seat site will feature a covered, raised
stage for nature chats, performances, and storytelling that highlight the richness
of the natural world around us.
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Have an Adventure: SUMMER DAY CAMPS
8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
$250 week non-member, $220 week member
Early arrival and late departure options available for additional fee
Reservations are required. Register online at
connerprairie.org or by calling 317-776-6000.
• Adventure Camp (ages 5–15) May 29–Aug. 3, weekly
• Specialty camps are sold out. If you are interested in
being placed on a wait list, contact Guest Services at
317-776-6000.
Take Flight: NEW! Thursday Night Balloon Voyages
5:30–10 p.m. Thursdays, June 7–August 23
$17 non-member, $13 member
Weather permitting. Check connerprairie.org for balloon status.
Step into the gondola of our tethered balloon and see
Conner Prairie from a new perspective! You’ll be lifted
more than 370 feet into the air as the sun sets over the
prairie and be treated to unique views of our 1,000 acres.
Enjoy light refreshments or a glass of wine. Ticket provides
access to 1859 Balloon Voyage only; outdoor experience
areas will not be open.
Enjoy a Concert: Kroger Symphony on the Prairie
Select dates, June–September
Visit indianapolissymphony.org or call 317-639-43000 for tickets, schedule
and information.
Experience the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and
many other musical guests each weekend at the Conner
Prairie Amphitheatre. It’s the perfect place to meet friends,
family and even large groups for a fun night out.
Bring your own food and drinks or purchase concessions
on site. Buy a table by the stage or bring your blanket for
the lawn. Take flight in the 1859 Balloon Voyage and hear
the amazing sounds of the symphony from more than
370 feet up in the air! Balloon hours are 6–10 p.m., and flights are weather
dependent. Balloon tickets sold on-site for $22/non-member and $17/Conner
Prairie member.
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