Today, I'm focusing on Spark Lab inside the new Museum Experience Center that opened in April 2026. Spark Lab offers an opportunity to invent, create, and explore! It was developed by Smithsonian's Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation. It is a great intergenerational space! Parents, grandparents, and older siblings build right along with younger children. There is an eating spot, the Harvest Cafe, a few feet away from Spark Lab. Although, Conner Prairie wants children under 16 to visit the exhibits with an adult. It's a great place to grab a snack after generating all that creativity. The space is also conveniently located by a ramp to the grounds if your family wants to visit 1836 Prairie Town or take a tram ride to The Junction area. The tethered hot air balloon is also near the ramp outside Spark Lab! read more

We love Conner praire. Every time we go we experience something different. They have so much to do. They rotate out toys and play sections for kids. Highly recommended taking your family. read more

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We've lived in the northern Indianapolis suburbs for 11 years now, so our most recent visit to Conner Prairie certainly wasn't our first, but it was definitely one of the best. We took our 6-year-old grandson to the Headless Horseman hayride, and it never disappoints. They're actively making improvements to the entire grounds, and it shows. If I were a young kid again, I would love coming here, and I think most adults will love it too. read more

Conner Prairie - Headless Horseman - Museums Near Me - Fishers, Indiana

The Jupiter Flights balloon festival goes on September 5-7th and it's such a fun time! The prairie grill was open and had several great options like a grilled brisket sandwich, pizza, nachos and mozzarella sticks. Adult beverages available and a few small vendors. They had live music playing and let you go right up to the balloons for great photo opportunities. This is an extremely kid friendly event with a lot of play options available. For $19, you could go up on the Conner prairie helium balloon. read more

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Enjoyable & Exciting time! Very fun and educational and the staff is excellent. I learned a lot during this visit and I can't believe I haven't come here sooner. We came to an event here and we are already planning to come back. The balloon ride was breathtaking. read more

Conner Prairie - In air view from hot air balloon - Museums Near Me - Fishers, Indiana

It's been many many years since I've been to Connor Prairie. It has changed quite a bit. They are building a new large modern looking facility next to the main entrance. It wasn't completed yet, so maybe if I go again I can see what they have to offer. We went during a very busy time and it was disappointing that the main food court was closed. There was another one open, but it barely had anything to offer. There was only one window open and it took way too long to get our order. The menu was very sparse/limited in food choices. The menu consisted of a cheap in quality and unimpressive hotdog, a peanut butter and jelly uncrustable or a pretzel. The hot dog was nothing special, but the pretzel was at least fresh and hot. I would consider it decent. The pbj was as expected. The 'Apple store' was not open as well. It seems they might have an employee shortage. Some were in period attire, and many were not. It was a pretty nice day so we walked around to all of the different cabins and other spots. I think the big tree top playground was the biggest hit. Unfortunately, we could not ride on the balloon because they were already booked. I don't know if you can pre-book a ride or not. read more

Came here on a Tuesday during fall break with my kid and my mother. We literally were not able to enjoy anything. WE DROVE AN HOUR TO GET HERE. They wouldn't let us get on the hot air balloon and said that they were sold out at 12 PM. We were looking forward to it. Makes no sense on why it would be sold out at 12 PM when they don't even close until 5 PM. We stood in the concession stand line for 40 minutes before we got food. There was only one person working the window and the line was very long. Not prepared. A hot dog was $5!!!!!!!! lol the most basic thing ever. They should be more prepared whenever fall break happens in the city. It was very busy and they were not prepared. We will never come back here again. Not worth it. NOBODY WAS EVEN IN COSTUME. like what......???? Isn't that the whole point???!?! This is my first time here and I'm very disappointed. read more

My family visited for merry prairie. We went on the weekend before Christmas, Saturday night and it was busy, as to be expected. The lines for everything were pretty long. I wish they had more of the old time buildings open and actors. There were a few open, but that's it. My kids enjoyed the tube slides and all of the lights the most. The lights were pretty impressive! They tried the sock skating but weren't impressed. All in all we had a nice experience. read more

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I've been to Conner Prairie numerous times and always enjoyed being transported back into the early days of colonization. They have an old school house, a chapel, a covered bridge, wells to pump your own water, Dutch ovens cooking over fireplaces. Plus, authentic costumes that would be so hot to wear in the summer that's for sure. A Blacksmith, leather and goods, and I remember being able to throw a tomahawk and making it stick to the tree not once but twice. It was fun. They also have a few wigwams to explore. They're neat in person. They have a huge hot air balloon that's tethered to the ground that's really fun. You can see all the way to downtown Indianapolis from up in the air in Fishers. The Headless Horseman event throughout the fall is awesome. Nothing like being on a tractor in the middle of the woods and hearing and then seeing the Headless Horseman riding alongside your tractor with a sword. I loved how they played the old Legend of Sleepy Hallow on a loop during that event. I love that movie! The tubing slides were also fun. The Apple Store never disappoints with the freshly made caramel apples, hot apple pies, and cups and cups of apple cider slushies. I love historical things and places like this. So, going into the gift shops is always fun also. Lots to see and choose from. read more

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I came here as a kid in 4th grade and loved it. I also came a few years ago and had a good time. My family has been wanting to visit so we went today. I'm not sure if it's because it's a weekend or what, but there were many live actors, and a lot of the employees were sitting there on their phones just scrolling and admitted they were just filling in. I think during field trip times they often have a lot more activities and demonstrations. When we went there was not much going on. The actors who were working did a great job and provided info. They also used to have a nice civil war area and now there is really nothing over there except a splash pad. Also no gift shop as the main building is under renovation. I'd probably hold off suggesting people visit as it's $25 until all the construction is done and changes are made. I understand needing to make changes to keep up with times, but it's a shell of what I remember. read more

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I grew up volunteering and attending all kinds of events at Conner Prairie and it had long been one of my favorite places to visit. I'm now an adult, living out of state, and traveled back to Indiana to share some of the magic with my kids. I was honestly heartbroken at the direction of the place. They seem to have gutted everything that was special about this place (lots of costumed interpreters, bustling prairie town, focus on Indiana history) and replaced it with disjointed, trite, and pandering "exhibits" or mindless play areas. Where you used to be able to walk into the schoolhouse and receive a lesson from a real person acting as a teacher from 1836- you now walk through and see a sign with a QR code so that you can "hear" from the past. We saw maybe 5 costumed interpreters, all of whom were delightful, but there simple weren't enough to make it feel like a town like it used to and no longer lends itself to the rich hands-on learning experiences. Honestly, everything my children learned about history while we were there were things I remembered and told them about. The Civil War area is also no longer open- it is "The Junction" where kids can do the same activities they can do at any children's museum or library. While the treehouse was cool, it isn't much different to the dozens of other playgrounds I can take my kids to for free. I've been to museums all over the world, but always thought Connor Prairie was uniquely special as a "living history" museum. After today's visit, it felt like a second-rate children's museum that doesn't really know what it is and replaced human teaching and interaction with videos, light-shows, and QR codes. It is deeply sad to see and I suspect this will be my last visit. read more

Wow! This place is amazing. It is like fitting 10 pounds in a 5 pound bag. You can purchase tickets in person at the Welcome Center, but I recommend buying them online before you get there. They are cheaper online and they save you some time. Also, Active Military and Retirees are free with ID (thank you for your service). Masks are required in every indoor attraction and building. They have tons of free parking available. The staff there is very friendly and helpful. You can tell that they take pride in the complex and it shows. Inside the Welcome Center is a gift shop, restrooms, ticket counter and a very nice indoor play area with a small train track, grocery area, puppets, club house, a baby play area and a place where kids can do some crafts. My littles did not want to leave. Once outside of the Welcome Center, you will see the huge 1859 Ballon Voyage (which you can ride for an additional fee). It is is large hot air ballon that takes you way up high above the complex. There is a large ballon exhibit in the circular area surrounding the ballon and leading to the ballon's ticket counter. The complex has a large area called 1836 Prairie Town. It is a village of old buildings such as a store, school, blacksmith shop and a house, all complete with characters. I stopped in on the blacksmith as he was making horse shoes. You have to have a mask on if you go inside any of the structures. You will also find a petting barn out there where you can pet sheep and goat. You can also see some chicken. On the other side of the complex, there is an Indian village that has ax throwing, animal hides, and a wood hut. You can also work with some clay, for an additional $5. The complex has a very nice play ground that has a huge jungle gym with a few slides, a saucer swing. an in-ground merry go round, and some precision instruments. The floor is lined with the bouncy rubber surface. It is very modern and well maintained. My littles found the area of the complex that had tubing. There was a big hill and a small one. The only problem is that you had to lug the tube up the hill every time you wanted to ride. But hey, it was free. My littles loved it (especially since I brought the sled up the hill every time. Other things you will find here is radio controlled plane exhibits and demonstrations, a very nice outdoor amphitheater, two food spots (with an occasional additional food truck or two), two covered pavilions to eat or just take a load off, and a barn located by the playground where you can drive R/C cars, make a spirograph, make a homemade hovercraft with a leaf blower, or build something out of large foam blocks. Man, I was wore out after my visit. I spent about 3 hours there and feel that I did not even scratch the surface. Me and my littles had a great time here. Keep in mind that there is a lot of walking though. Luckily I had my stroller. I recommend bringing a wagon and some water with you during your visit, if you have kids with you. You will thank me later. This is definitely worth a visit. It is a fun place that provides you with a historical look at the area and takes you back to times long ago. I will surely be back. And this time I will have a plan of attack so I can cover more ground. read more

We'd been looking forward to the Broadway night at Symphony on the Prairie for several weeks. We decided to try and get seats in the Sunset lounge just to see what it was like over on the hill. It was the best choice ever. The weather was perfect and so was the parking since those tickets included a parking pass very near our seats. The seats were comfy and gave you a choice of an Adirondack or a soft seat or couch. All seats had a table nearby. They had cocktails and soft drinks available on site and also they sold charcuteries, chicken salad, and a dessert tray. We had cocktails and a charcuterie which was more than enough for two. There were restroom trailers right behind the lounge so we didn't have to go far for that. Getting out after the show was a breeze. Think we may try these seats again. read more

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Today is President's Day, which means a free admission today at Conner Prairie. Although all pre-registration online is done, you can still get in before 5 p.m. I did and am enjoying seeing the different activities which varied from years ago. I got a Braille print of my name, listened to stories about Presidents, learned that Pres. Washington danced, got recipe cards, and am watching a video about being a bill, etc. The last (next) fancy tea party is 2 p.m. I got lots more to see and do. Proper mask wearing is required today while visiting. Be safe and keep others safe. read more

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I visited Conner Prairie for the Symphony on the Prairie Star Spangled Symphony over the 4th of July holiday. It was a lovely evening filled with an impressive musical performance, historical reenacters, incredible fireworks and even live cannon shots during the performance of the 1812 Overture! I loved getting to pack a picnic and it was very easy to find space on the lawn with a good view of the stage. My partner and I arrived an hour and a half before the performance started to find a spot, enjoy our picnic and soak up the beautiful summer evening. It was so cool to look out on the prairie land behind the stage during the show and I thought the production value of the performance was great. Parking was easy and it only took 20 min to exit the venue - quicker than average! Can't wait to go back for another show this summer. read more

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I didn't take a lot of pictures, but, I have to say that Conner prairie has really upped their game in the amount of activities and fun for children that they offer! We hadn't been in about three years and just went for the first time today after a trunk or treat event. There is now a three story treehouse, a playground area, and craft center indoors. So in addition to learning about native Indiana, there is a ton of play fun that can be had. We spent noon until 430 at Conner Prairie and still could've stayed longer. Make sure to stop at the Apple store and get a slice of apple pie, apple and pumpkin donuts, apple cider, fresh popcorn, and tons of other treats! Definitely would recommend as a fun way to spend the day and exhaust the kids! read more

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Went for an outdoor concert to see Phil Collins. What a fun night. Parking was easy with being directed exactly where to go. It was easy to find lawn seating to place our chairs we took. We took food and thoroughly enjoyed the evening! Restrooms were clean and within a good distance. The weather was perfect and so was the band as well as the crowd! Leaving was good because we waited a bit so the crowd had already left. They do have an officer directing traffic which was helpful too. I'll def go back for another concert! It was one of the most fun nights and a bonus being outside. Fantastic!! read more

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We had a really good experience at the park, the singer was from south africa, she and her band are amazing! read more

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Went here for Symphony on the Prairie and it was really cool. The sunset was really beautiful and the music was great. It was music from U2 and the band did a great job. There are also plenty of things to do for kids. There is a playground, volleyball courts, and big fields. I recommend this for a good time. read more

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This is the first time I've been here (other than for a concert). It is much bigger than I thought it would be. It's like an amusement park for historians. There are different themed areas just like at an amusement park. The employees are in costume and all are playing roles in character. Be sure to interact with them as that is the best part about coming here. read more

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My 8 year old granddaughter and I had so much fun taking a loom class today! We learned so much from our instructor Sue and her helper Emma! I told my granddaughter I was posting a review and she said, "I would give it as many stars as possible, because it was so fun! And I want do it again!" She was so inspired that we bought a lap loom at the gift shop as we left, came home, and kept weaving! We highly recommend the loom class! We also had fun walking around the beautiful grounds afterwards! Conner Prairie is such a gem! read more

Wow. When you think about the size of this operation and the number of people that bring this living museum to life, it's very impressive! Eli Lily started something really incredible here in the 1930s. Step back in time to the Civil War era and experience a little bit of what life was like in the 1800s. We visited on a homeschool day so there were lots of visitors and many of the buildings had individuals teaching about pottery, rope making, and much more. Connor Prairie sits on over 1300 beautiful acres and you get to wander over some of them as you visit the various areas of the park. We really liked the lookout over the White River and the Indian Settlement. It was incredible to think about people traveling the White River on flatboats or through the forests with all they owned in search of a new life. read more

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I have to start off saying that Conner Prairie was my FAVORITE place to go as a kid. Yes I was that kid running around prairie town with a bonnet playing pretend. This is one of my first times back since. We decided to go to their Merry Prairie Holiday light show event this year to experience some outdoor and COVID-safe holiday fun! It was a spectacular light display. I used to drive through the John deer/Reynolds light display every year around Christmas time so it was awesome to see all the familiar light displays here! I think it was a great set up. They provide maps of the trails that lead to the light displays and other activities. It took us about 45 minutes-1 hour to walk through the light displays. Besides the Christmas lights they have a polar plunge slide, a carousel, story times, singing, and live music. They also have food and beverage spots in a couple areas. We went around 7:00 pm and let me tell you it was packed! We actually avoided the polar plunge slide and carousel activities because it was so packed on the night and time we went. Their tickets are timed entry, so you may want to time your tickets based on the expected crowd. Masks are required throughout the whole park and they do provide hand sanitizer throughout the park as well. I would recommend this event! It's a great value for the price. Just be wise with choosing your ticket time! read more

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What a fun time at Connor Prairie's Merry Prairie 2020!!!!! This was our first time to Connor Prairie. We had no idea what to expect especially in this time of Covid. But what a great time it was!! The place was decked out in Christmas lights!!! The polar plunge slide was a huge hit with our niece. Also loved the Holidays around the World production. We all sang along to Silent Night and it was perfect. If I could give one recommendation... some warming stations for the adults at the slide!!!! read more

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An amazing and interactive place to take kids of all ages. A great year round place to have a membership. I am bummed they are closng the indoor area in 2024 for a renovation project but I will still enjoy the rest of the attractions. If you go more than a couple times, you pay for your membership. Then you never feel guitly when you don't stay long. I also love places that allow you to pack your own lunches and provide a space for you to eat them. Outside they have a cafe area and you can bring your own food. Hopefully with the indoor renovation they will have a better indoor place to sit and eat. All around, a great place to take kids for just a couple hours or an all day experience. read more

My first visit to Connor Prairie was when I was in 3rd grade, in about 1999. My mom who taught 3rd grade went every year and would take my extended family every few summers. I have learned a lot about history from this place over the years. This is the place that taught me about what they meant when they said "sleep tight", which apparently meant the rope that held the mattress up was to be kept tight. The volunteers are extremely good at staying in character and helped me learn every time I came. The animals were always my favorite part because I liked holdin the chickens and petting the sheep. I'm hoping to bring my nephew this summer. read more

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I've loved Conner Prairie since I was kid growing up in Fishers in the 90s. We're members now, and all of the exhibits are still wonderful. We've been twice during the pandemic--once in July and once for Headless Horseman in October. Our July visit allowed us to see animals, talk with the interpreters, and play on the playground and splash pad. It was a little bit of a bummer that all of the building toys had to be put up by the treehouse for now, but we understand. The staff and volunteers are so friendly and committed to giving everyone a great experience. We had an especially wonderful staff member who talked to us about the Conner House and answered all the questions from a curious 7 year old. Headless Horseman this year was a BLAST. The timed tickets were great, and a Thursday night allowed us to attend without crowds. The kids loved the puppet show, tubing hill, carnival games, and the corn maze. The food was great, especially the fresh potato chips on a stick & the BBQ food truck. The hayride had great COVID protocols with masks and distanced seating without hay and using vinyl mats instead. I was slightly disappointed we got in a front wagon because we didn't end up actually seeing the horseman while he was riding or the glowing pumpkin head. It was the kids' first time so they were a bit confused when they only saw the actors a couple times on paths by the barns & nothing ever chased us or scared us. We still love CP, and we will be back this winter to see the Christmas lights! read more

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HOW have I not reviewed my favorite spot in all of Indiana?! You. Have. To. Visit. Here. You'll take a step back into time and be amazed at how much you like it. During hours, there are actors dressed up and working on the prairie (they're doing actual work- everything from baking, candle making, sewing, churning butter, blacksmithing..) There are barns with animals and an entire prairie "city": General Store, Doctor, Schoolhouse, Hotel, Carpenter Shop, Blacksmith and more. Everything is authentic and you can explore the grounds for hours. It's so educational for kids and so fun for adults. Life stands still here and you're able to appreciate every moment. The events here rock. Headless Horsemen hayrides are huge, but Christmas by Candlelight is my favorite. It's a holiday tradition for my family. You go to the Conner Prairie ground at night and follow lit candles to each prairie house. There's a whole story- all the actors are pretending it's Christmas Eve and tell you where to go: "can you all bring this lump of sugar to the doctor's house next door for the Christmas party tonight?" And so on. You end the night with a fire pit and a Christmas party where you can dance and enjoy hot chocolate and a cookie. It's so fun and calm and nice. Afterwards, you can go into the modern Conner Prairie building and look at hundreds of cool gingerbread houses that were submitted to their contest. There's also an AMAZING caramel apple store on the grounds during the fall season that had a separate Yelp page. read more

Good time a lot of fun. Good reenactment explained things well. Went when cold and houses were warm

I like the direction that Conner Prairie is heading. Sure, they are still a living museum that portrays life in Indiana from our early settlement history and they do that as well as any place I've been. But they aren't sitting back. There are areas of the park that don't get as much attention and I visited some of those recently. On a hot day, I can't tell you how much I appreciated the Visitors Center which is climate controlled and makes for a nice respite. Inside you can get your tickets for the park and the tethered hot air balloon ride (on fair weather days). There is also a store for souvenirs and the Makesmith area where kids can work on skills/craftmanship in areas that relate to those before technology. There is also an animal encounters area which is a place where kids can be around farm animals that they might not otherwise see other than at the fair. Granted, there are mainly goats and sheep, so it was a little disappointing not to see horses, ponies, or mules. (Cattle are on site, but in another area and are not for petting.) The Conner House has been preserved fairly accurately but with a few modern conveniences (heating and cooling) that are out of sight. Built in 1823, it is a home that offers tours as well as browsing depending upon your time and interest. An area I hadn't been to before is the Treetop Outpost. After listening to historic reenactors in some of the other areas of the park, the Treetop Outpost is a place where kids can run wild, beat on things, jump, and play. The Treehouse is huge and has ramps and stairs and places to lookout through the woods. Fort Hoosier is also there and has a large slide for kids to go through. There is a River Outlook over the White River that is close by as well. There is also a covered bridge that has been moved to the site where you hear voices describe life in 1863 as you walk through. Not all of the state was pro-Union which seems evident throughout our state's history. Whether you are a history buff, or want to explore new things, Conner Prairie is evolving to offer more for visitors to experience. Review #2719 read more

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Conner Prairie is a beautiful park/venue with historic old Town scenes and trails that bring a beautiful nature hike to life. I came here for History on Tap Friday night which is a beerfest, and was pleasantly surprised with how great the beerfest was laid out throughout the venue. We walked along the historic trails and sampled beers at the different Breweries along the trail. There were food vendors and plenty of water stations along the trails. A good amount of breweries and wineries were represented in the event. The volunteers and staff were very helpful and guided us throughout the event. This was a lot of fun and I had a great time. Conner Prairie is also known for having great summer concerts as well as other special events throughout the year. This is a beautiful historic facility, as well as a fantastic venue for concerts. I would definitely come back for a concert or for History on Tap next year. It is simply wonderful!! read more

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We had an opportunity to go see Smokey Robinson at Conner Prairie with friends. We arrived and had a VIP parking pass. Since we arrived late we had to search for the area but soon found a very nice gentleman on a golf cart to assist us. The parking was easy as there were plenty of spaces. We made our way down to our table which was located front and center. Smokey was awesome, he did his thang! Lol. We were able to take food and drinks and enjoyed approximately an hour and 45 minutes with Smokey serenading us with his soulful voice. The music was clear and sounded great! There are different food and drink options available for purchase, but you can also bring your own. Lots of people were in the lawn area with their lawn chairs. Now getting out of the parking lot was a different story...it was a mess! Once the concert ended we stuck around for a few minutes to socialize with friends. After getting to our car to leave, we probably sat there for about an hour. Overall it was a great time and I can't wait to do it again! read more

Conner Prairie - Front Row with Smokey Robinson. - Museums Near Me - Fishers, Indiana

It's been 40 years since I visited Conner Prairie, and there's so much more to enjoy. They've split the experience into distinct areas--a Civil War encampment, a prairie town, a petting farm, a welcome center and balloon ride that's amazing (seasonal and is frequently closed due to wind), an Indian camp and a bunch of other specific areas. Each area is family friendly and is chocked full of educational benefits. Nothing here is quaint, silly or overthought, so don't expect something as polished or complex as Colonial Williamsburg or kitschy like a Renaissance Faire, even though there are a few reenactors. Think of this as a re-creation of Little House on the Prairie. You can see quite a bit in one full day, but there's enough to do over a weekend. General advice: Parking is close and plentiful. Use a sunshield if you have one. Get there EARLY if you want to ride the balloon or enroll in a class. There is something for everyone--even adult classes on some weekends. Brace yourself for food prices. There's currently one restaurant in the whole place, so you're a captive audience. Tons of walking, but you probably saw the online map and figured that out. Have some fun with reenactors and engage them in conversation. (Ask the doctor's wife how she feels about the possibility of women voting someday, and you'll get an earful) They honor AARP and AAA memberships for discounts. Advice about the balloon: It's a lot scarier than it looks, especially if there's a decent amount of wind. Anything higher than 17 mph or so, and they shut out down. Yes, it's pricey (currently $15). But wait until you see how much the food service costs, and a balloon ride won't seem so exorbitant. read more

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Great place for a walk in nature or to bring the kids and let them pet Farm animals while Learning about old time ways from naturalist characters. It's well worth your time. read more

We were previous members for 4 years. We loved being able to bring guests, even to Headless Horseman in October, which I've been going to since I was a wee lad. I loved starting the tradition with our kiddos! However, we have watched things go really downhill at CP. Membership prices rose drastically as features of each membership diminished. 2019 Headless Horsemen was the most poorly done I'd ever seen in decades of attending; there were even incredibly long wait times for the hay ride, even though you have reservation cards for a specific time. Staff/volunteers must feel the pain because we noticed warm greetings and smiling faces seemed to be few and far between. Memberships are NOT cheap here, and I'm told it's because it costs about $10k/day to run the place, but there are too many other membership options in Indy. At other places, like the zoo (which is also very expensive to run daily), a membership gets you AND guests into events for free...not at CP. I don't appreciate paying hundreds annually only to save a couple dollars on events. The new lighting for Christmas 2019 event used to be free in Noblesville (Reynold's) to visit - now it costs $80 for a family of four to see it at CP (even though it was donated to CP). I just don't see how what could be such a great place can stay open if things keep going downhill. My family and I only want the best for CP but will no longer be members or coming by, which is a shame. read more

My boyfriend and I came for his birthday and we had a nice time. Our goal was to ride the hot air balloon ride and we did! It's important to call and make sure that they're doing rides due to weather and that it's not sold out. The first time we went we did not do that and we had wasted gas driving all the way there. The customer service was nice. Everyone was so friendly! Any questions I had they were answered. We were able to walk around while we were waiting for our air balloon ride and tour a little bit. We actually want to come back and explore more. The animals were cute and Connor Prairie was extremely huge! It's crazy that I am 28 years old and haven't experience Connor prairie in my adult hood. Glad I got to check mark a hot air balloon off my bucket list. My boyfriend was terrified and I got some good good laughs!! Pros Military discount Hot air balloon Friendly service Cons Website was hard to maneuver read more

Conner Prairie - All the way up! Hot air balloon - Museums Near Me - Fishers, Indiana

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Never disappointed. I love summer nights at Conner Prairie. Tonight the Indiana symphony played musics from Queen and they did a great job!!!! Don't forget a blanket, lawn chairs, mini table for your food, drinks, bug spray, a flashlight (just incase) and......oh yeah, great friends and family, you will have a blast!!! After the concert it takes forever to get out, so if you're willing to miss the best performances of the night, leave a little early. If not, enjoy the parking lot. read more

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It is a disgrace of what it used to be. They have gotten rid of the timeless appeal and history in favor of mindless child play areas. Treetop outpost was already sufficient enough however replacing Civil War Town with the Junction might be the worst decision since the Disney company naming Bob Chapek CEO. I am completely disheartened and you could easily say I will never return to a place that was once my summer home. read more

My family, girlfriend, and I go to the Headless Horseman night at Connor Prairie every year and we absolutely love it each time!! The food, drinks, cold air, and of course the spooky activities are always fun and engaging. We always watch the Disney cartoon of the story of the Headless Horseman and then walk around to get warm foods and drinks like kettle corn and hot chocolate! We also love the haunted hayride which we wait in line for excitedly as it gets darker and colder! It's always such a blast to huddle together as we ride through the spooky forest and see all the cool decorations and spooky spots. This last time we tried out the haunted corn maze for the first time and definitely weren't disappointed! It was so scary and fun to go through! I got pushed to the front and every clung to me as we worked our way through the maze! We can't wait to come back again next year! read more

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Conner Prairie, as a whole, is way too expensive for the amount you get. We went once when my son was about 18 months and enjoyed it, but never went back because he had way more fun at places half the price. That being said, the Headless Horseman Hayride is the biggest ripoff yet. People rave about it but I truly have no idea what ride they were on, because it wasn't this. We waited in long lines all night to do the various activities, and my now-5-year-old was clearly over it by hour 1. Then we stood in line for 30 minutes waiting to get on the ride. A small group of actors participate in a short song kind of about the Headless Horseman but it was basically "he is scary and true and he rides at night." Ok cool. Then we get on the ride and LITERALLY NOTHING HAPPENED. There was no spooky storytelling, no eerie lanterns (isn't this the Prairie?), nothing. There is so much potential to make this interesting and they gave literally NO f's. There were random Halloween decorations, like from Spirit Halloween and Target. A couple people "popped" out and made some noise, none of the kids even saw them. Then the horseman just... kind of meandered out from the woods. You could see him waiting. And I've seen ponies at the petting zoo move faster than this horse. He slowly swung his foam sword nowhere near anyone. The only noise was of parents trying to hype up the kids (unsuccessfully). Someone said there was a pumpkin? No pumpkin. Then they made two loops around the same house so we went past the horseman once (boring) then came around and he was just sitting around waiting for us to come back and he swung slowly a couple more times (laughable nonsense). Then it was basically over. I cannot believe I paid money for this. I mostly can't believe how many people said this was "AWESOME." The kids on the ride were actually saying "what's gonna happen?" As we pulled back into the little station. My kindergartener said "wow that was boring, let's not do this again." Don't buy the hype. It's a waste of an evening, and you can get better scares driving past people's house decorations for free. read more