Indy Night Market Kicks Off on June 19th

In February, we launched a fundraiser campaign through Patronicity CreatINg Places program, a place-based crowdfunding grant program, with a goal of raising $15,000 and a chance to receive a matching grant of $15,000 from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority by the end of our fundraiser onApril 30, but only if we reached our goal. We are excited to announce we exceeded our goal of $15,000 and will be bringing the Indy Night Market to life.

The Indy Night Market is a collaboration between Growing Places Indy and Be Nimble Foundation! This festival-style series event will feature local artists, creatives, food entrepreneurs, farmers, and chefs who contribute to the growth of a more equitable food system in Indianapolis.

The Indy Night Market provides an opportunity for local entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, create a catalyst for community engagement, new job adventures, and economic growth. Through the Indy Night Market, we hope to encourage a stronger representation of different cultures and the global food scene in Indianapolis.

By creating a night market, Indy residents will get the unique opportunity to celebrate the diverse food scene in Indianapolis while contributing to the city’s food system and community well-being. With a food festival event series, community members will better understand the importance of accessing affordable fresh, local foods and explore the city’s history. 

The Indy Night Market strives to encourage Indiana visitors and residents to explore the historic areas of the city through a three-part, two-day series event. The events will take place in various locations around Indianapolis.

The first night of the Indy Night Market will kick-off on Juneteenth, on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the Pan Am Plaza from 6-10 p.m. on the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. In celebration, the Indy Night Market will highlight African American cuisine and culture through local Black artists, chefs, entrepreneurs, farmers, and restaurants. The second series will take place in August, and the third in November of next year.

Growing Places Indy is proud to be partnering with the Be Nimble Foundation, who are on a mission to enhance and create an equitable food system in the Indy community and foster local entrepreneurship. The Indy Night Market hopes to inspire Indianapolis residents to invest in the local food ecosystem and create a stronger and inclusive community. 

If you are a vendor and would like to apply, click here – it’s FREE!