Community Engagement

This is the community's airport! Whether you're getting on an airplane or picking up loved ones, we're here to serve you. The airport is host to many free events to engage the community from monthly First Fridays music and entertainment to holiday celebrations with Santa practicing his route each year.

The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) is dedicated to enhancing the community through thoughtful airport programming, supporting local events, and encouraging students to explore STEM and aviation-related careers.

Holly Jolly Jetway

Holly Jolly Jetway is back! On his way back to the North Pole, Santa will be making a very special spot at the Indianapolis International Airport. Bring your family and friends to watch Santa dash across the tarmac on a fire truck, ready to greet all who come to see him and spread holiday cheer. See his grand entrance from Civic Plaza and have a chance to chat with Mr. Claus himself.

Pictures with Santa and holiday activities are all part of the FREE Holly Jolly Jetway celebration. Families can enjoy live music, DIY Ornaments, crafts, face painting, story time, puppet shows, and even elves on stilts.

Public Safety Community Day 2025

Bring the family and get to know the Public Safety Departments that keep IND safe! Join is for k9 demonstrations, touch-a-truck, giveaways, refreshments, kid ID kits and more!

Soaring for Autism

We know that traveling can be difficult for some children and adults with autism. We also know that preparation is the key to helping make the travel experience easier. Participants with autism and their companion (parents, caregivers, friends, siblings) can experience the steps most people take when coming to the airport.

Learn more about Soaring for Autism!

Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame

You can now explore the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame’s new display in Baggage Claim, celebrating Hoosiers who’ve made remarkable contributions to aviation history.

Learn more about the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame!

Community Events

We're proud to support and host local groups for key programming such as:

Special Olympics Indiana
Plane Pull

The Special Olympics Indiana Plane Pull benefits athletes with intellectual disabilities to participate in year-round sports training and competitions.

Plane Pull

Indy Aviation Career Education (ACE Academy)

ACE Academy is designed to offer an introduction to the aviation industry and also expose aviation jobs and careers to middle and high school students.

ACE Academy

Republic Airline Pulling for Wishes

The Republic Airline "Pulling for Wishes" Plane Pull benefits the Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, Indiana Children's Wish Fund, and the Riley Children's Foundation.

Pulling for Wishes