Spring is such an elegant time of year, don’t you think? Everything is blooming and blossoming; the flora and fauna are bursting back to life after an entire winter season of being hunkered down. And we believe it’s the best time of year to get outside and enjoy the beauty of life. Plus, there are always all sorts of amazing things to do in Indiana in spring. For example, did you know there’s an annual peony festival in Noblesville that’s the single most perfect way to celebrate both spring and Indiana’s state flower? Yep! Even though it’s relatively new, it might just take over as the best spring festival in Indiana. Check it out!

The photos are idyllic, but not even they do the whimsy and wonder of this amazing event any justice.
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The (somewhat new!) annual Indiana Peony Festival takes place in the beautiful small town of Noblesville, and it's a celebration of not JUST the state flower, but of all the things we love about spring.
There will be plenty to see and do, like browsing the plentiful vendors and artisans that will have booths set up.
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There will be peony growers, peonies for sale, whole peony plants for sale, and even a peony contest (may the best florist win).
Local shops and eateries will be all decked out for the occasion; it's a fully immersive, beautiful experience, and its majesty is unmatched.
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Other notable things to do include kid-friendly activities, horticulture classes, food, spirits, and more. We're not sure about you, but nothing sounds better to us than sipping on sweet wine surrounded by thousands of stunning, brilliantly-colored peonies.

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The majority of the festivities will take place at the historic Seminary Park, which is right in the heart of Noblesville.
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And it's appropriate: The Peony Festival, now in its fourth year, is quickly becoming a symbol of not just Noblesville but of all of Indiana during the spring. It is a truly beautiful experience.
Also, don't forget to check out the Peony Trail.
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Throughout the whole month of May, the Peony Trail will remain active, with more than 1,000 amazing plants to admire along the way. There will be several stops, all of which will teach you to appreciate Indiana's state flower just a little more with every one.
This year's festivities will take place on May 18th, 2024, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.; it's a daylong affair!
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Wear comfortable walking shoes and show up early - you won't want to miss a single moment!

For more information about the most vibrant spring festival in Indiana, including vendor information and all the stops on the Peony Trail, be sure to check out the Indiana Peony Festival official website. Have you ever attended the Indiana Peony Festival? Do you plan to? Did you even know we HAD a state flower? Let us know!

If you plan on spending the night after the festival, we found a great hotel in Noblesville that is within minutes of the event. Plus, it has an indoor pool and free breakfast! 

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Melanie J. | March 03, 2024

Besides the peony festival in Indiana, what are some more fun things to do in Indiana in spring? 

Spring is our favorite time of year, and these are some of the things to do in Indiana during the springtime that we like the best:

  • The Tulip Bloom at Wellfield Botanic Garden, Elkhart
  • The Azalea Bloom at Azalea Path Botanical Garden, Hazleton
  • Jesse H. and Beulah Chanley Cox Arboretum, Bloomington
  • Clegg Memorial Garden, Lafayette
  • Friendship Botanic Gardens, Michigan City 
  • Charlestown State Park, Charlestown
  •  Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, Indianapolis
  • Edna W. Spurgeon Woodland Reserve - ACRES Land Trust, Ligonier
  • McCormick's Creek State Park, Spencer
  • Lakeside Park, Fort Wayne
  • Sunken Gardens, Huntington
  • Cataract Falls State Recreation Area, Spencer

Be sure to read our previous article featuring more fun things to do in Indiana during the spring. 

What are the best springtime hikes in Indiana?

If you love spending time outdoors after the winter cold has disappeared, here are some of the best hiking trails in Indiana that are great during the springtime. 

  • Camp Creek and Fall Creek Loop, Indianapolis
  • Mount Summit Trail, New Castle
  • Anderson Falls Trail, Hartsville
  • Taylor Ridge Trail (Trail #9), Nashville
  • Saint Joseph River Trail, Elkhart
  • Knobstone Trail, Borden
  • Big Four Pedestrian Bridge Trail, Louisville
  • Fall Creek Trail, Indianapolis
  • American Discovery Trail (ADT), Richmond
  • The Dune Succession Trail, Chesterton
  • The Blue Heron Trail, Peru
  • Canyon Hike at Pine Hills Nature Preserve, Waveland
  • The Wilderness Sycamore Trail, Bloomington

Discover more by reading our previous article featuring the best springtime hikes in Indiana.

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