Fishers, Indiana
IKEA, Topgolf and Conner Prairie are just a few of the things to do in Fishers, Indiana, located off I-69 on the northeast side of Indianapolis. Named the “Best Place to Live in America” by Money Magazine, Fishers’ downtown continues to develop and impress visitors with local coffee shops, community concerts at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater and the world-class Fishers Art Center, offering public art galleries and classes for all ages.
Just east of 116th Street and I-69 is Fishers District, a dining district and culinary incubator with countless restaurants including 1933 Lounge by St. Elmo, Sun King Fishers, Fishers Test Kitchen and more. Coming in late 2024, new culinary and entertainment options will expand Fishers District with the new sporting and concert arena, Fishers Event Center, and Indiana’s first Chicken N Pickle.
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The community’s rapid growth and regular spots on best places lists are most evident in the Nickel Plate District, a designated Statewide Cultural District and the cultural heart of the city that’s home to the Fishers Farmers Market, vibrant public art, unique shopping and dining, community concerts and festivals. View a map of the Nickel Plate District.
Fishers' growth continues on the east side of I-69 in the new Fishers District, a dining, entertainment and shopping destination. Stay on property at the Hyatt Place / Hyatt House Fishers. If you're hungry, visit Fishers Test Kitchen, a culinary launch pad for up-and-coming chefs in Central Indiana. More food options include 101 Beer Kitchen, HC Tavern + Kitchen, Rize Fishers and Sun King Fishers. Visit international furniture store IKEA, Topgolf and Portillo’s. Practice your golf swing, channel your inner interior decorator and take a bite of a classic Chicago hot dog here in Hamilton County. In November 2024, the new Fishers Event Center will expand Fishers District as the largest mid-size event center in the region, showcasing national performers and local sports teams including Indy Fuel, Indy Ignite, and Fishers Freight.
For families, a trip to Fishers isn’t complete without wandering through Conner Prairie, a Smithsonian-affiliated outdoor museum dedicated to telling the history of Indiana through personal exploration of the land. Ride the 1859 Balloon Voyage for a bird’s eye view of Fishers from 350 feet up in the air.
Each summer, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra hosts Kroger Symphony on the Prairie. From June to September, thousands of music fans come to hear soaring symphonies or pop-culture tribute bands beneath the stars. Don’t forget to pack a picnic and your dancing shoes.
Escape to a favorite Fishers park, Geist Waterfront Park, for outdoor exploration. Enjoy an afternoon in the sand at the beach, splash around in the water, or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard for your own adventure. Kids will love the beachside pirate-themed playground.
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