The IN List 2024: Dec 30 - Jan 5
The IN List shares the top experiences and events going on this week in & around Downtown Indy. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupindowntownindy throughout the week for any event changes or additions.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday | Dec 30
Winter Open Activities: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Looking for a fun way to keep warm while on break? Come join the Learning Specialists this week for winter-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities or do a cool winter craft!
Trivia Night: The Garage Food Hall
906 Carrollton Avenue
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Join your host The QuiZZler and your group of 5 or less in trivia as you enjoy the great drinks and food of The Garage (for purchase). Free.
Tuesday | Dec 31
Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
3:00 p.m. 125 S. Pennsylvania St.
Winter Open Activities: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Looking for a fun way to keep warm while on break? Come join the Learning Specialists this week for winter-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities or do a cool winter craft!
Midnight at Newfields: Newfields 4000 Michigan Road
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.The second annual New Year’s Eve party themed “Melt into the Moment” is back with a twisted take on an evening of glitz, glamour, live music, and high spirits. Dress in your most elegant evening wear with a dash of inspiration from Salvador Dalí’s wild and wonderful imagination to ring in the new year!
Family New Year’s Eve: Indiana State Museum
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ring in the New Year with a DJ and dance party, face painting, glitter tattoos, a photo op and fun activities across the whole museum at our Family New Year’s Eve party! End the night with a balloon drop and countdown celebration at 8:30 p.m. This is an alcohol-free event.
Noon Years Eve Party: Tuggle’s Gifts and Goods
1029 Virginia Avenue
11:30 a.m. Ring in the new year with crafts, sparkling cider, noise makers, hats, and fun! There will be a balloon drop at 12 p.m.
Countdown to Noon: The Children’s Museum
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Ring in 2025 by counting down to noon or 1 pm and help us kick off our year of celebration for the museum's 100th birthday!
New Years Eve Ballroom Bash: Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
1 South Capitol Avenue
8 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable night of celebration at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis! Get ready to dance the night away at the most happening event in town. Featuring live music from Dave and Rae and The Flying Toasters. Cash Bar, party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, and a countdown to Midnight included. Dressy Casual attire. 21+
New Year’s Eve at Hotel Indy
7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Celebrate the New Year with a progressive dinner.Start the evening in The Paddock with a cozy cocktail hour and appetizers. Then, move into The Hulman for multi-course dining experience. The night wraps up in the Cannon Ball Lounge with a decadent dessert bar, live music, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
Wednesday | Jan 1
First Day 5k: Indianapolis Cultural Trail
132 W. Walnut Street
12 p.m. Join a free, all-ages, low-pressure run or walk along the scenic Downtown Canal and Cultural Trail to celebrate a healthy start to 2025. Choose your own pace and distance including options like 5k, 2 mile, 1.5 and 1 mile. Visit website for agenda (ex. 11:45 a.m. is Welcome and group photo)
Butler Bulldogs vs. Villanova Wildcats: Hinkle Fieldhouse
6:30 p.m.
WinterFaire: Indianapolis Children’s Museum 3000 North Meridian Street
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. WinterFaire is a magical indoor world featuring a festive, carnival-like atmosphere, fun-filled games, loveable critters, and hands-on activities. Play, laugh, and make lifelong memories together in this one-of-a-kind indoor winter experience. Visit the website to see daily activities included with your tickets happening at WinterFaire. Free parking is available.
Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure: Eiteljorg Museum 500 West Washington Street
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Partake in the wonderful holiday tradition of Jingle rails and its breathtaking model train display featuring nine G-scale trains traveling through spectacular landscapes and past famous landmarks of Indianapolis and the American West. Take the whole family as tickets allow you to visit the whole museum and kids can learn, play, and explore in Nina Mason Pulliam Education Center.
Thursday | Jan 2
Winter Open Activities: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Looking for a fun way to keep warm while on break? Come join the Learning Specialists this week for winter-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities or do a cool winter craft!
Free First Thursday at Newfields: Newfields 4000 Michigan Road
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Experience all that Newfields has to offer on the first Thursday of every month. Members and public get free General Admission to the Indianapolis Museum of Art and The Garden, live musical performances, and art-making activities.
First Thursday Children’s Museum
4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Enjoy $6 admission per person on the first Thursday of the month. Parking is free and the food court will be open for purchase of food and drinks.
Festival of Trees: Indiana Historical Society 450 West Ohio Street
The 2024 Festival of Trees will feature a winter wonderland of 85 trees representing individuals, families and companies from around Indiana.
Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m
Friday | Jan 3
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library College Avenue
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
Age: 0 - 24 months
Tales 'n Play Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Join the Learning Curve for a storytime! Afterward, all are welcome to stay for some open playtime.
Age: 0 - 5 years old
Indy Fuel vs. Kalamazoo Wings: Fishers Event Center
7:00 p.m.
Saturday | Jan 4
Indiana Pacers vs. Phoenix Suns: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
125 S. Pennsylvania St.
7:00 p.m.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars: Lucas Oil Stadium
TBD
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AMP at 16 Tech
1220 Waterway Blvd
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Check out the several local vendors, family farms, and food producers at the winter farmer’s market where you will find a variety of fresh produce, smoothies, bakery goods, jewelry, material goods, skincare products, and more! Parking is free!
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Broad Ripple Middle School
Avenue 1115 Broad Ripple Avenue
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Find fresh produce, meats, eggs, and artisanal foods along with music and ready-to-eat food.
Block Party: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
Explore STEM + More: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace
Sunday | Jan 5
Explore STEM + More: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Kids and families, drop by the Arena on the 2nd floor to immerse yourself in the world of science and tech exploration. Discover something new by exploring robots, LEGOs, STEM apps, crafts, games and more at your own pace
