HiFi Annex opens for 7th and final season of outdoor concerts

The popular outdoor music venue in Indianapolis kicks off its last summer of shows before converting to an indoor space.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:56pm

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A dynamic, abstract composition of angular black and white shapes, capturing the lively spirit of an outdoor music festival without depicting any specific people, places or objects.The HiFi Annex's final outdoor concert season will be a bittersweet celebration of Indianapolis' vibrant music scene before the venue's transition to an indoor space.Indianapolis Today

The HiFi Annex in Indianapolis is officially opening its doors for the 7th and final season of outdoor concerts. The venue, which has become a beloved part of the Fountain Square neighborhood, will be converting to an indoor space for year-round shows in 2024. Despite some challenges around zoning and permits over the off-season, the Annex is ready to welcome music fans back with a lineup of over 40 artists and bands, many of which have already sold out.

Why it matters

The HiFi Annex has been an important part of the local music scene in Indianapolis, bringing in both national acts and prioritizing support for homegrown talent. The upcoming conversion to an indoor venue is a bittersweet moment, as the outdoor space has become a cherished summer tradition for the Fountain Square neighborhood.

The details

The Annex is kicking off its final outdoor season with a performance by The Nude Party, who will be fully clothed. Sound engineers and lighting techs have been working to get the venue ready for the busy summer ahead. Despite some zoning and permit issues over the off-season, the neighborhood has shown strong support for keeping the Annex open. Over 40 artists and bands have tickets on sale, with many shows already sold out, and there are still about 35 additional shows yet to be announced.

  • The HiFi Annex is officially opening for its 7th and final season of outdoor concerts.
  • In 2024, the venue announced plans to convert The Annex into an indoor space for year-round concerts.

The players

Josh Baker

One of the co-founders of the HiFi Annex.

Dakota Pawlicki

President of the Fountain Square Neighborhood Association.

Taylor Barrett

A music fan who plans to enjoy the final outdoor season at the Annex.

The Nude Party

The band kicking off the Annex's final outdoor season, despite their name.

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What they’re saying

“We kick off tonight with The Nude Party, which they're all fully clothed, so don't worry.”

— Josh Baker, Co-founder, HiFi Annex

“It's a real treasure to have a place in the city that brings in, you know, great talent from across the country, across the world, in a lot of cases, but also really prioritizes local talent too.”

— Dakota Pawlicki, President, Fountain Square Neighborhood Association

“This is an important place, and folks like it. Folks enjoy it.”

— Dakota Pawlicki, President, Fountain Square Neighborhood Association

“There has been a ton of demand already for this season, with a bunch of shows already selling out.”

— Josh Baker, Co-founder, HiFi Annex

“I have a lot of friends who are super into music and have all different sorts of music palettes, so regardless, I'm just here for a good time.”

— Taylor Barrett

What’s next

In 2024, the venue announced plans to convert The Annex into an indoor space for year-round concerts. The project is still in the works, but there is no set timeline yet.

The takeaway

The closure of the HiFi Annex's outdoor concert space marks the end of an era for the Fountain Square neighborhood, but also an exciting new chapter as the venue transitions to an indoor facility that can host shows year-round. The loyal support of the community has been crucial in keeping the Annex alive, and music fans are eager to enjoy one last summer of outdoor shows before the venue's transformation.