Organizers of Summerfest have described the July 18 event as the most successful such festival to date. Sponsored by the Mass Ave Cultural Arts District, Summerfest featured a live music stage and more than 40 artists and maker vendors, creating a free, family-friendly event that celebrated the intersection of arts, culture and commerce.
A golf cart shuttle connected visitors throughout the district, linking the music stage and artist marketplace with the Mass Ave Merchant Sidewalk Sale and the Bottleworks Market. An inaugural “Paws on Parade” event also gave dogs and their owners an opportunity to show off their creativity and style.
The music lineup featured DJ SillyCe, Hunter Lambert Band, Allison Victoria, BRAVE Ignite Drum Line, Tavonne with The Sutherland Collective, Day N Nite, and John Singleton.
Mass Ave businesses also benefited from the increased foot traffic. Amy Peterson of Decorate said, “We had the best turnout and sales for our sidewalk sale that we have ever had. It was a huge success for us.”
Mass Ave Summerfest was made possible through the support of Cultural Champions, including the Mass Ave Cultural Arts District, Mass Ave Merchants Association, City of Indianapolis, and LEL Foundation.
Additional support was provided by Sidewalk Star sponsors, including Diagonal Hospitality Group, Cunningham Restaurant Group, National Bank of Indianapolis, Apple Store at The Fashion Mall, Goodies & Giggles Toy Store, Three Dog Bakery, Ear Candi Music Group, Murat Shriners/Live Nation, Easley Winery, and CenterPoint Brewing Company.
The Mass Ave Summerfest featured many vendors, including of course artists.
Commercial booths included Easley Winery, another Downtown enterprise.
The Hunter Lambert Band was among the performers on the music stage.
The third annual Summerfest drew sizable crowds to Mass Ave.
Summerfest included a pet parade.
Visitors could use a shuttle to navigate the Avenue and the many sidewalk sales.
A visitor checks out a booth featuring stained glass.
