Friday · September 11, 2026 · 5–8 p.m.

The VIP Carnival

Real carnival rides and a free meal for every guest. Games, photo booths, and additional food are available for purchase. What began with 38 family members now welcomes over 1,500 guests — and every family gets in free.

Sep 11, 2026 5–8 p.m. Zionsville, Indiana Free admission

Reserve free tickets → See our sponsors

Hundreds of guests filling the field at the VIP Carnival

Game and food tents lining the carnival midway

A guest meeting a costumed character at the carnival

A special thank you

Our VIP Carnival sponsors

We are very grateful to the following organizations and individuals who have contributed time, money, thought, and hearts to help make VIP Carnival 2026 happen. Every one of them is why admission, the rides, and the meal are free. Click any logo to visit them.

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Also making it possible

Community supporters & volunteers

The Carnival takes an entire community. Our thanks to the departments, students, and entertainers who show up and give their evening to our VIPs.

Boone County Sheriff's Department Zionsville Police Department Zionsville Fire Department ZCHS Best Buddies Silly Safaris Our face painting & giant bubble crews

Plus dozens of volunteers who set up, serve, run games, and clean up long after the last ride stops.

Want to see your name here?

Sponsorships cover rides, meals, and the VIP Carnival cash that goes straight to our families — and every dollar stays local. We'd love to talk with you about Platinum, Gold, or Silver support for next year.

Donate to HAWK → Email us about sponsoring

Or write to us directly at sponsors@thehawkfoundation.org.