Hearts, flowers, chocolates…It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day Dances! Not only is this a wonderful time to celebrate your significant other, but also your little one. Annual Indianapolis Father-Daughter Dances, Mother-Son Dances, and Family Dances are on the calendar. Find a dance near you!
Indianapolis Area Daddy Daughter Dances
Father Daughter Dance
Boys & Girls Club of Boone County, 5964 S. 700 E., Whitestown
Saturday, January 24, 2026
6 pm – 8 pm
Support the Boys and Girls Club of Boone County when you attend their Father-Daughter Dance! Enjoy a fun-filled evening with your little girl. Join for music with a live DJ, dancing, refreshments, and photos. Cost is $60 per couple and $10 each additional child, and semi-formal attire is required.
Father-Daughter Dance at Community Church of Columbus
Community Church of Columbus, 3850 North Marr Road, Columbus
January 29, 2026
7-9 pm
This Father-Daughter Dance in Columbus is especially for girls between 4 years old and 6th grade, along with their dads or other special father figures. Dress to impress for this night full of dancing, games, crafts, desserts, and a photo booth.
Daddy Daughter Dance in Carmel
Cornerstone Lutheran Church, 4850 E Main St., Carmel
Cornerstone Lutheran Church invites you to a night out with your daughter(s) at its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. Join in the fun with dancing, games, and dessert. This event is hosted as a fundraiser for CLS’s MOMco groups.
Greenwood Community Center Valentine’s Dance
Greenwood Community Center, 100 Surina Way, Greenwood
Friday, February 6 (SOLD OUT)
6:30-8 pm
All ages are welcome at the Greenwood Valentine’s Day dance. Put on your dancing shoes and grab the little ones for an evening of love, fun, and community celebration! Guests can dance to music provided by DJ Mac and enjoy a selection of light refreshments. General admission is just $5 per person, with a premium $15 ticket option that includes a “Make Your Own Stuffed Animal” bear.
Winter Wonderland Dance in Carmel
Cool Creek Park & Nature Center, 2000-1 E 151st Street, Carmel
Wednesday, February 4 (Sensory-friendly), and Friday, February 6, 2026
6-8 pm
Join Carmel Parks and Recreation at Cool Creek Park for their Annual Winter Wonderland Dance! The dance is open to all parent/child, grandparent/child, or other special couples. Enjoy refreshments, music, games, and more! The cost is $10 per couple and $3 for each additional attendee. Registration is open until spaces are filled.
Valentine’s Family Formal
Hendricks Regional Health, 301 Satori Pkwy, Avon
Friday, February 6, 2026
6 pm
The whole family is invited to this sweet Valentine’s dance! Get all dressed up and enjoy crafts, refreshments, and dancing. You might even pick up some moves from the ballroom dancing demonstrations planned as part of the evening!
Parents and Me Dance
Arthur Jordan Branch YMCA, 8400 Westfield Blvd, Indianapolis
Saturday, February 7, 2026
4 pm – 6 pm
Dance the afternoon away at the Jordan YMCA’s Parents & Me Dance. This inclusive event welcomes all children and all types of parents or caregivers for a celebration focused on music, laughter, and togetherness. A sweet opportunity to slow down, dress up if you’d like, and make meaningful memories side by side.
Brownsburg Father-Daughter Dance
Connection Pointe, 1800 N. Green Street, Brownsburg
Saturday, February 7, 2026 (SOLD OUT)
7-9 pm
Join us this February for the annual Father-Daughter Dance, themed “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” This year’s celebration takes place at a new location and promises a wickedly fun evening of dancing and memory-making. Dads and daughters are invited to dress up, hit the dance floor, and enjoy a magical night together. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Sweetheart Dance
Neil Armstrong Elementary School, 1000 IN-144, Mooresville
Saturday, February 7, 2026
6:30-8 pm
Children ages 3-12 are invited to bring their mom, dad, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other special grown-up as their date to this special event. Guests can dance to music provided by a live DJ, enjoy beverages and light snacks, and have a photo taken by a professional photographer. Tickets are $20 per person, or $25 per person for non-residents.
Valentine’s Dance
Benjamin Harrison YMCA, 5736 Lee Rd, Indianapolis
Monday, February 9, 2026
10 am – 12 pm
Calling all grandparents and grandkids. This special Valentine’s Dance is designed to connect active older adults and early learning preschoolers through music, games, and dancing. A sweet, movement-filled morning focused on connection, fun, and making memories together.
Valentine’s Dance: Love & Lights Bash
Fishers YMCA, 9012 126th St, Fishers
Friday, February 13, 2026
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Dance with your loved ones at the Love & Lights Valentine Bash at the Fishers YMCA. This festive Valentine’s Dance is a fun, family-friendly evening filled with music, movement, and sweet memories.
Daddy Daughter Dance in Fishers
Cornerstone Lutheran Church, 13450 E 116th St, Fishers
Saturday, February 21, 2026
6-8 pm
Cornerstone Lutheran Church invites you to a night out with your daughter(s) at its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance. Join in the fun with dancing, games, and dessert. This event is hosted as a fundraiser for CLS’s MOMco groups. Cost is $25 per family.
Daddy-Daughter Dance | Plainfield Parks
Richard A. Carlucci Recreation And Aquatic Center
Saturday, February 28, 2026
5 pm – 9 pm
Attend this enchanting evening of dancing, fun, and light refreshments with your daughter at the Annual Plainfield Parks and Recreation Daddy Daughter Dance! Grandfathers or other male role models are also welcome. Cost is $30 per participant.
Daddy Daughter Dance
Zionsville Presbyterian Church, 4775 West 116th Street, Zionsville
Saturday, March 14, 2026
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Pre-K Prom & Spring Formal
Fishers Parks & Rec Office, 8100 E. 106th Street, Fishers
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Fishers Parks is hosting a special two-part dress-up dance on Saturday, March 28, giving families two chances to make sweet memories together. Pre-K Prom runs from 4:00–5:30 PM for kids ages 3–6, followed by the Spring Formal from 7:00–9:00 PM for kids ages 7–12. Both events take place at Fishers Parks HQ and feature a red carpet entrance, live DJ, dancing, photo opportunities, a balloon drop, keepsakes, and refreshments. Registration is required for all adults and children, with no walk-up registration available.
Events We Hope to See Return
These events were held in the past and have either not yet announced dates for 2025 or are not occurring this year. Follow Indy with Kids and return to this article for updates as event details are announced.
Mother-Daughter Tea Party
Forest Park, 701 Cicero Road, Noblesville
This mother-daughter tea at Forest Park for ladies ages 4 and up promises to be a truly fancy event! Prepare for a glamorous time by dressing in your fanciest hats, boas, gloves, and pearls. Cost is $35 per person for residents and $40 per person for non-residents. Registration opens March 1.
Sweet Hearts Dance
Beeson Hall, 396 Branigin Blvd, Franklin, IN
The whole family is invited to dance the night away at Beeson Hall. $40/couple ticket includes dancing, refreshments, a photo booth, and a goody bag. Additional children are $25 each. Guests must pre-register online or at the recreation center front office.
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