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Things to Do in Indiana This Week: July 6-12, 2026

Jarred Porter
Jarred PorterJul 6, 2026Updated Jul 9, 20263 min read

Moving past the holiday rush, the week of July 6 to July 12, 2026, features a massive lineup of live stadium concerts and the official kickoff of Indiana's peak county fair and summer festival season.

Major Concerts & Live Shows

Muse: The Wow! Signal Tour
July 7, 2026 · Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville
The multi-platinum alt-rock band brings their high-concept stadium production to Noblesville's main outdoor amphitheater. View full scheduling details on the Ruoff Music Center upcoming shows calendar.

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Evanescence: 2026 World Tour (with Spiritbox & Nova Twins)
July 9, 2026 · Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville
Amy Lee leads a stacked night of symphonic and alternative metal, featuring heavy support from modern scene favorites Spiritbox and Nova Twins. Secure gate times through the Visit Hamilton County venue guide.

The Fray & Dashboard Confessional: Summer of Light Tour
July 10, 2026 (show begins at 7:00 PM) · Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, Indianapolis
A co-headlining evening packed with acoustic-pop hits and early-2000s emo classics, supported by opener Colony House. Review venue rules via the Everwise Amphitheater information page. Make a day of it along the White River State Park Canal Walk.

Phish (3-Night Summer Run)
July 10 to July 12, 2026 · Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville
The legendary jam band settles in for their traditional multi-night summer residency at Ruoff, promising entirely unique setlists each evening. Grab three-day passes or single-night tickets via the Ruoff Music Center upcoming shows calendar.

Death Cab for Cutie: I Built You A Tower World Tour
July 12, 2026 (show begins at 7:30 PM) · Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, Indianapolis
Catch the indie rock icons live downtown along the riverfront alongside special guest Jay Som. Check times on the Everwise Amphitheater upcoming shows calendar.

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County Fairs & Regional Festivals

Mid-July marks peak agricultural and community fair season across Indiana. If you want classic midway carnival rides, demolition derbies, livestock shows, and deep-fried treats, these events are running strong through the weekend and into next week. For a fuller rundown by area, browse our guides to central, northern, and southern Indiana county fairs, or see every fair this season in our complete Indiana county fair guide.

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Frequently asked

Quick answers.

What concerts are happening in Indiana the week of July 6, 2026?

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It's a stacked week: Muse on July 7, Evanescence on July 9, and Phish for a three-night run July 10 to 12 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, plus The Fray and Dashboard Confessional on July 10 and Death Cab for Cutie on July 12 at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park in Indianapolis.

When does county fair season start in Indiana?

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Mid-July is the peak. The week of July 6 to 12, 2026 has the Owen, Gibson, Cass, Dubois, and Decatur county fairs all running at once, with midway rides, livestock shows, demolition derbies, and classic fair food across the state.

What festivals are happening in Indiana July 6-12, 2026?

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Beyond the county fairs, you can catch the Circus City Festival in Peru (July 10 to 12), the Vintage Tractor and Farm Festival in Crown Point, and the Lapel Village Fair, all running the second weekend of July.

Jarred Porter

Jarred Porter

Jarred Porter is a content creator and SEO specialist for Get Indiana, helping Hoosiers discover the best places to eat, explore, and experience across the state.

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