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About Seymour
The City of Seymour is located one hour south of Indianapolis, one hour north of Louisville and one and one-half hours west of Cincinnati. Seymour, Jackson County, Indiana is the place to live your future! Seymour has a population of approximately 20,000 residents and is served by Mayor Matthew Nicholson, Clerk-Treasurer Darrin Boas and seven Councilmembers.
Seymour is a thriving industrial, commercial, and residential community based on well-planned growth and progress. The quality of life is demonstrated by Seymour’s “small town” yet bustling atmosphere, beautiful parks and open spaces, attractive landscaping and arterial streets, a low crime rate, quality schools and affordable housing. Because of the geographic location, a pro-business environment, and a proactive local government — Seymour is expected to continue to grow.
Project Plans
Downtown Seymour Streetscape
The Downtown Seymour Streetscape Plan was adopted by City Council to be added to the City of Seymour Comprehensive plan.
City of Seymour News
Updated May 21st 2026
Cars and Guitars
Cars and Guitars featuring Bad Medicine will rock and roll downtown Seymour once again from Noon - 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. Register a vehicle now for $25. Receive an event t-shirt and the first 50 registrants will get a dash plaque. All makes and models welcome!
Register Online - https://seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program
Proceeds from this event will help fund special needs playground equipment at Seymour parks. There are no awards given out but plenty of gifts and door prizes for participants! For more information contact Darrin Boas, 812-216-8131 or Shawna Boas, 812-216-1112 or Tracey Cole, 812-522-6420.
Jackson County Park Hop
Welcome to the 2026 Jackson County Park Hop! Enjoy the outdoors by hopping from park to park with your friends and family May 26-July 18, 2026. The Park Hop is a fun way for families to enjoy time together while visiting one or more parks across Jackson County! Visit one or more of the listed parks on the passport, complete and turn in the prize submission form. Each family will be entered into a random prize drawing. Prize submission forms can be turned in at any Jackson County Library branch or Brownstown Public Library. #JCParkHop2026
Shields Park Pool
Yay! Summer will be here soon! Shields Park Pool opens for the season at Noon, Saturday, May 23. Shields Park Pool will be offering summer swim lessons again this year! You can register by calling the pool office at 812-523-POOL (7665) or in person at the pool beginning at noon, May 23. Did you know Shields Park Pool offers Aquatic Fitness Programs? Water Aerobics begins in the first week of June. Lap Swimming/Water Walking is also available.
Volleyball Season
It's almost summer volleyball season! Get registered now for our 2026 Summer Co-Ed and Women's Volleyball leagues. Register by phone - 812-522-6420 or at Seymour City Hall, 301-309 N. Chestnut St. Online - https://seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program or scan the QR code below. By email: parkadmin@seymourin.org.
United Way Rock N Ready
It is already that time again. Registration for our Rock ‘n Ready Free School Supplies program is NOW OPEN until Tuesday, June 30th. Any student who will be enrolled at a Jackson County school from kindergarten through 12th grade is eligible to participate! Learn more and fill out the form by visiting www.jacsy.org/rocknready.
Fire Training Facility
Seymour Fire Department is excited about their new training facility. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security partnered with SFD to provide a training facility here in Seymour for local agencies to be able to train together and provide enhanced public safety for not just Seymour, but other communities in our region.
Curb Appeal
Planning and Zoning is taking applications for the Curb Appeal program. Apply for up to $500 in matching funds for projects that are visible from the road. Paint, new windows, steps, flower beds, or whatever you are ready to tackle may be eligible. Reach out to ptormoehlen@seymourin.org for more information.
Seymour Transit
Monthly bus passes are available for just $25. Buses run Monday - Thursdays 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 812-522-7433 to learn more.
Visit a Park Today
In 2025, Seymour Parks had over 614,000 visits over 10 minutes. With over 157,000 of those at Freeman Field Recreational area. Seymour Parks and Recreation encourage you to grab lunch and enjoy some shade at one of our community parks today.
Building Permits
Seymour Planning and Zoning reminds you to stop by and get your remodel, fence, or garage permit before you start construction. The last thing they want to do is have to place a stop work order on your project.
Mayor's Youth Council
Applications open soon for the Mayor’s Youth Council 2026-2027. Incoming 9th - 12th graders at Seymour High School, Trinity Lutheran High School, Sandy Creek Christian Academy, and Home-Schooled students are eligible. The youth council operates as an advisory board to the mayor on issues affecting youth in the community. Applicants must commit to attending meetings from September 2026 to April 2027.
America’s 250th Birthday Celebration
250th Fun
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by playing pickleball! Register for our Freedom to Dink Pickleball Tournaments June 26-28 at the Gaiser Park Pickleball Courts. Run or walk in our Stars, Stripes, & Strides 5K to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States on Saturday, July 4, at 9 a.m. at Freeman Field Recreational Complex.
Seymour Noon Lions will host a Disc Dash Disc Golf Tournament on July 5, with 1 p.m. sign-in. Play time is 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Freeman Field Disc Golf Course. Contact Hunter Nolan 812-569-2754 or bradleynolan52@gmail.com.
Power of Praise Worship Night
We are once again teaming up with Genesis 2:24 Ministries and OMS to bring you the Power of Praise Worship Night. Join us on the fourth Friday of June, July, August, and September at 7 p.m. at Crossroads Park in Seymour for live praise music and worship. The June 26 concert will feature For the King and Matt Ward. Free and open to the public.
The Best We've Got: The Carl Erskine Story
Join us for a free showing of “The Best We've Got: The Carl Erskine Story” on Sunday, June 28, at 7 p.m. at Showplace Cinema in Seymour. Filmmaker Ted Green will be in attendance to introduce the movie and participate in a Q&A session afterwards.
Bingocize!
This fun 10-week health promotion program combines Bingo with inclusive exercises for everyone and includes prizes. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-10 a.m., June 2-Aug. 14 at the Seymour Community Center, 107 S. Chestnut Street. RSVP - 812-900-1140.
Summer Pickleball Leagues
Sign up for Seymour Parks and Rec.Summer Pickleball Leagues!
Mixed Recreational league will play on Mondays 6-8:30 p.m. starting June 1. Men's 3.0-3.5 league will play on Tuesdays 6-8:30 p.m. starting June 2. Women's 3.0-3.5 league will play on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. starting June 3. Leagues will last 6 weeks with 20 max Scrambles. All games are played at the Gaiser Park Pickleball Courts.
Cost - $30 per player. Register at 812-522-6420, at Seymour City Hall, 301-309 N. Chestnut St. or online - https://seymourin.recdesk.com/community/program
Freeman Army Airfield Museum Annual Airplane Ride Day
See the Airfield Museum and take a plane ride from 9am to 4p,Saturday, June 20. Rides are $30 per person and benefit the museum. Airplanes and military vehicles will be on display and biplane rides are available for an additional fee. Museum located at 1035 A. Avenue.
