

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Polkas Norteña Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the Polkas Norteñas Fest, a single-day dance, music and art festival at the Indiana State Museum celebrating the polka-inspired Mexican music genres of Corridos, Tejano, Norteño and Redova. The festival will feature both musical and dance performances throughout the day along with an art and crafts fair. Admission to the museum is free. 

Performances Scheduled: 

  10:00 - Presentación de la historia del acordeón por Polka Bob (Bob Klemen)
    11:00 - La Extravagancia Norteña 
    12:00 - Indy Folklore Academy and Ballet Folklorico “El Ferrocarril” Latino Dance Group 
    1: 00 - La Extravagancia Norteña 
    2:00 - Grupo Folclórico Macehuani
    3: 00 - Indy Polkamotion
    4:00 - Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos

Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the Indiana State Museum.

Polkas Norteñas Fest is presented by Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos and Arte Mexicano en Indiana in collaboration with the Indiana State Museum. 

This free admission day is supported by the Lacy Foundation. 
Indy Arts Council. 
Additional support by
Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation, Inc
Herbert Simon Family Foundation
Glick Philanthropies 

Community Partners.
Athenaeum Foundation @athenaeumindy 
Latinos Indy @somoslatinosindy 
Indiana Latino Expo @indianalatinoexpo 
Consulado de México en Indianápolis
Indiana Latino Institute @indianalatinoinstitute
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/polkas-norteña-fest-northern-polka-festival-all-ages-free-day/200030001912858
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, live-music, tejano, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 763

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Indianapolis
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, United States, Indiana 46204
- **lat**: 39.76868
- **long**: -86.16985
- **full address**: 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, United States, Indiana 46204

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Polkas Nortena Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!! being held?
  - **A:** Polkas Nortena Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!! takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, United States, Indiana 46204.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Polkas Nortena Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!!?
  - **A:** Polkas Nortena Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!! is organized by Indiana State Museum.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Indiana State Museum's events?
  - **A:** Indiana State Museum has 142+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Indiana State Museum has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Polkas Nortena Fest (Northern Polka Festival) (all ages) FREE DAY!! is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 760+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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