make the most of
summer in kokomo

There’s plenty of fun to fill your summer here in Kokomo!

From cooling off at Kokomo Beach to cool car shows to festivals and free concerts galore, it’s all right here in Kokomo. Use our Summer Fun Guide to help you get
the most out of your summer!

All events are subject to change.

Enjoy a Kokomo summer tradition with strawberry shortcakes, live music, food trucks and Artsapalooza art market in downtown on Friday, June 5, 2026.

Summer Concert Series

The Kokomo Summer Concert Series brings free live music to the Performing Arts Pavilion in downtown’s Foster Park.

Evenings at the Ballpark

Catch a summer evening at the ballpark with the Kokomo Creek Chubs. Enjoy exciting collegiate baseball, family-friendly fun, and classic ballpark vibes right in the heart of Kokomo.

Indiana’s Baddest Bullring is right here in Kokomo! Kokomo Speedway will host several events this summer.

Kokomo Farmers Market

Find fresh produce and homebaked goods from vendors selling what they grow, raise or make. 

Cool off at Kokomo Beach

Whether you’re looking for fun or fitness, you’ll find it at Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center.

Riverwalk Concert Series

Free outdoor concerts in downtown Kokomo along the Riverwalk. Great music, art, and local food and beer.

There are a number of cool car shows and cruise-ins scheduled in the Kokomo area this summer!

Haynes Apperson Festival

Celebrate Kokomo’s automotive heritage at this 50th anniversary festival from June 18-20, 2026, with three days of family fun in downtown Kokomo.

Brews on Buckeye

Indiana craft beer and spirits festival. Enjoy food trucks, live music and samples from Indiana breweries and distilleries on July 25, 2026.

Kokomo Park Band has been bringing music to the community every summer for more than a century with free weekly concerts.

Spray Days

It’s likely the largest slip-and-slide you’ll ever see. Basically, there’s a giant tarp put down in local parks and continually sprayed with water. Fun for all ages! 

Kokomo Little Links

Tee up some fun at Kokomo Little Links! Enjoy 18 holes of mini golf and a refreshing shaved ice in Cutler Park that's perfect for families, date nights, and sunny day outings.

Family Movie Nights

Enjoy a night under the stars with a family-friendly outdoor movie hosted by the Kokomo Parks & Recreation Department.

Enjoy live music weekly on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Howard County Fairgrounds in Greentown. Bring a lawn chair!

Howard County 4-H Fair

Explore 4-H exhibits, food vendors, carnival rides, live entertainment, music and much more July 12-18, 2026, at the Howard County Fairgrounds in Greentown. 

Koko-Go Bike Share

Explore Kokomo with the Koko-Go Free Ride bike share program. Borrow a bike and hit local trails! Look for public art throughout downtown.

While events vary from
month to month, music, art,
food, and family fun are part of every Kokomo First Friday!

Summer Reading Program

Earning prizes for reading has never been easier! All ages can sign-up for the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program.

Winding Creek
Music Festival

Enjoy America’s best bluegrass and folk bands in a scenic wooded setting in western Howard County on Aug. 13-16, 2026.

Raceway Fun Park

Race go-karts, hit the mini golf course, and rack up points in the arcade for a night packed with action the whole family will love.

Explore the outdoors at Kokomo Parks & Recreation Department, where scenic trails, playgrounds, and wide-open green spaces offer something for everyone. From relaxing picnics to active play, it’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy time together.

Make a Splash

Cool off and splash into fun at Kokomo’s
family-friendly spray parks. These free neighborhood splash pads are the perfect way to beat the heat and keep the kids smiling all day long.

Outdoor Adventures

Whether you are into fishing, biking, golfing, or exploring nature, enjoy the great outdoors this summer in Kokomo.