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TrailFest
May 5 - 10

Ready to join us for a trail-packed week? Join Zionsville Parks and Recreation for a celebration of all things outdoors and opportunities to hike, bike, run and have fun along the Zionsville trails. Try something new or volunteer for a trail cleanup event.

Trailfest 2025 Schedule (click on the links below to register)

SATURDAY, MAY 3 – Native Plant Sale – 9 to noon – Heritage Trail Park

Kick off Trailfest with our first-ever Zionsville Parks and Recreation Native Plant Sale. In coordination with the Boone County Soil and Water Conservation District and Zionsville Parks Foundation. Proceeds from the sale support Zionsville Parks and Recreation's habitat restoration efforts. Pre-sale is OPEN February 14 - April 18
 
MONDAY, MAY 5 – Spring Dog Walk – 5 pm – Starkey Nature Park (Dolly, the Town Dog, will be joining us)
 
TUESDAY, MAY 6 – Artist Walk with Chris and Jon of Blice Edwards Atelier – 5:30 pm – Zionsville Town Hall Plaza
 
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7 – Chalk the Trail – 2 to 4 pm – Heritage Trail Park

THURSDAY, MAY 8 – Stroller Stroll – 9:30 am – Elm Street Green
 
THURSDAY, MAY 8 – eBoom Trail Explorers Ride – 3 to 4 pm - Creekside Park
 
FRIDAY, MAY 9 – Town Showdown – 6 to 8 pm – Panther Park, Whitestown
Show your support for Team Zionsville by wearing your best GREEN outfit on May 9, and join us for a community bike ride that leaves Heritage Trail Park at 6 pm!

Join us for our friendly competition with Whitestown, at the event Town Showdown! This event invites residents of both Whitestown and Zionsville communities to showcase their town spirit. The festivities will be located at Panther Park, 300 S Buck St, Whitestown.

FRIDAY, MAY 9 - Dahlias with Dolly 6 - 8 pm - Panther Park, Whitestown
 
SATURDAY, MAY 10 – Weed Wrangle - 10 to Noon – Elm Street Green
Want to get outside and get a little dirty helping make a difference for our native plants and wildlife? To sign up for the Weed Wrangle click HERE

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Spring Dog Walk 
N/A N/A 05/05/2025
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Starkey Nature Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
20 seat(s) available
Enjoy spring and all its sights, sounds and smells as we walk the trails in Starkey Nature Park. Dogs are required to be on a leash and under owner control. Don’t forget your dog waste bags.
 
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Artist Walk with Blice Edwards 
12y and up N/A Tu  05/06/2025
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM

Town Hall Plaza
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
30 seat(s) available
Join muralists Chris Blice and Jon Edwards of Blice Edwards Atelier for an immersive artist walk along the Big 4 Rail Trail, where they’ll share insights into their creative process and artistic journey. Hosted by the Community Foundation of Boone County.
 
  Drop-in Program
Chalk the Trail 
N/A N/A 05/07/2025
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Heritage Trail Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Grab your sidewalk chalk and join us for Chalk the Trail, where creativity meets the great outdoors! Families are invited to decorate Zionsville’s Big-4 Rail Trail with colorful artwork, leaving a trail of creativity for everyone to enjoy during Trailfest
 
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Stroller Stroll 
3y 11m and under N/A Th  05/08/2025
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Elm Street Green - Elm Street Green Lower Pavilion
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
20 seat(s) available
Stroll on down to Elm Street Green for a spring stroller walk. Enjoy good conversation, a chance to explore Elm Street Green Storywalk and opportunities for littles to play.
 
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Trail Explorers Ride with eBoom 
6y - 10y N/A Th  05/08/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Creekside Nature Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
12 seat(s) available
adventure is best experienced on two wheels! Give your kids a chance to explore nature, build confidence, and enjoy the thrill of a group bike ride in a safe and fun environment.
 
  Ride leaves at 6 pm
Town Showdown - Bike Ride 
N/A N/A 05/09/2025
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Heritage Trail Park - Heritage Trail Picnic Shelter
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Show your support for Team Zionsville by wearing your best GREEN outfit on May 9 and join us for a community bike ride that leaves Heritage Trail Park at 6 pm!
 
  During Town Showdown
Dahlias with Dolly 
N/A N/A 05/09/2025
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Panther Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Stop by the Zionsville Parks and Recreation tent to pick up free dahlia tubers, courtesy of the Zionsville Cultural District! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a first-time planter
 
  Community Count 7 pm
Town Showdown 
N/A N/A 05/09/2025
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Panther Park
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join us for the pinnacle event of Trailfest, the Town Showdown. This friendly competition between Whitestown and Zionsville invites participants to showcase their community spirit for a chance for their town to win the Big-4 Rail Trail Golden Bike Wheel.
Show your Zionsville spirit by wearing green and helping us win the golden bike wheel!
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