The IN List 2024: Dec 9 - Dec 15
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 9
Indiana Mad Ants vs. Wisconsin Herd: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Time: 6:00 p.m.
The Polar Express The IMAX 3D Experience: Indiana State Museum
Recurs daily until December 19th.
Letters to Santa: Tuggle’s Gifts and Goods
Write a letter to Santa & place it in the mailbox at Tuggle’s by December 13th. Make sure your name is clearly written on the letter and pick-up your reply from Santa at Tuggle’s Dec 20-23.
Tuesday | Dec 10
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library Michigan Road Branch
Preschoolers, babies, and toddlers are invited with their caregivers for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Age: Preschoolers, babies, and toddlers
Free
Family Game Night: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
Kids, teens, and families are invited to stop by the Atrium on the 2nd floor for Family Game Night! There are lots of board, card, and dice games to explore along with giant-sized chess, checkers, Jenga, and Connect 4.
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Age: Kids, teens, and families
Free
Game Night Social: The Garage Food Hall
Laugh along with old friends or meet new ones over a variety of tabletop games, hosted by Lou Harry. Meet by Great Legs Wine + Spirits and Rolli
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Age: All ages welcome
Free
Wednesday | Dec 11
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library Garfield Park
Preschoolers, babies, and toddlers are invited with their caregivers for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Time: 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Age: Preschoolers, babies, and toddlers
Free
Family Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library College Avenue
Families with children of all ages are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and participate in movement activities. Stay after stories are finished for some literacy activities and play time.
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Free
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Irvington
Babies and toddlers, with an adult, are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and more. It's a great way to introduce little ones to a lifelong love of reading. No registration is required.
Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Age: 0-3 years old
Free
Explore STEM + More: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
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.
Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Age: Teens, School-Age Kids, Preschoolers
Free
The Big Broadway Sing-Along Holiday Edition: The Cabaret 924 N Pennsylvania Street
Join us for an evening of music, pageantry, and the magic of Broadway show tunes, as local favorites Scott Semester and Sean Baker the Music Maker team up for The Big Broadway Sing-Along – Holiday Edition! Originated by John Mays at Chef Joseph’s, Scott and Sean continue this audience-favorite series at The Cabaret.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Tickets Required | $40
Wednesday Night Trivia: Guggman Haus Brewing 1701 Gent Ave.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Age: 21+
Free to play
Thursday | Dec 12
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library Michigan Road
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
Time: 10:30am - 11:15am
Age: Preschoolers, Babies and Toddlers
Free
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet: Old National Center
Time: 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Friday | Dec 13
Storytime: Indianapolis Public Library College Avenue
Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
Time: 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Age: Babies and Toddlers
Free
Baby Arts Play: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
Little ones will be engaged through stories and songs with sensory play and body movement activities to help their motor skills, emergent language, spatial awareness, and object permanence in this workshop with teaching artist Meghan Sissom from Arts for Learning.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Age: 6 months - 36 months
Free, Registration Required
Winter Wunderland Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt: Athenaeum 401 E. Michigan Street
In the heart of Mass Avenue’s Arts District, you’re invited to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season as the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt returns to the enchanted Rathskeller Biergarten.
Hours: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Parking: Block 20 Parking Garage 428 N East Street. Pre-purchase parking
Indy Fuel Vs Allen Americans: Fishers Event Center
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday | Dec 14
Riding in a Winter Wanderland: Indianapolis Cultural Trail 132 W. Walnut St.
Join the community in a FREE guided bike ride on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail and pedal along the brightly lit trail and the Canal to explore downtown’s Winter Wanderland with several stops to enjoy the holiday.
Santa comes to Tuggle’s: Tuggle’s Gifts and Goods
Enjoy free cookies and hot cocoa after your visit in stress-free time with Santa - no long lines, or pressure. Just a time to take a picture (if you want) and visit with Santa for a few minutes. All ages welcome and pets on leashes as well!
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Free
Winter Wunderland Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt: Athenaeum 401 E. Michigan Street
In the heart of Mass Avenue’s Arts District, you’re invited to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season as the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt returns to the enchanted Rathskeller Biergarten.
Hours: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Parking: Block 20 Parking Garage 428 N East Street. Pre-purchase parking
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AMP at 16 Tech 1220 Waterway Blvd
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!
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Broad Ripple Middle School Avenue 1115 Broad Ripple Avenue
Find fresh produce, meats, eggs, and artisanal foods along with music and ready-to-eat food.
Hours: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Explore STEM + More: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
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.
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Age:Teens, School-Age Kids, Preschoolers
Free
Breakfast with Santa: Driving Wind Farm
Bring the family to Driving Wind Farm’s cozy cafe for a magical morning with Santa at the breakfast buffet.
Time: 8:30 a.m. & 10:15 a.m.
Tickets Required | $15 per child $20 per adult
Breakfast & Pictures with Santa: Rick’s Boatyard
Join in a fun-filled morning with a full breakfast buffet and get your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus. They will be collecting donations for Tipton Humane Society & St. Vincent de Paul
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Reservations highly recommended | $18 for adults, $12 from children 10 and under
Christmas Regency Ball: HIstoric Propylaeum
An intimate Victorian-Style Ball, with live musicians and dancing, waltz instruction, ornament making, decadent refreshments, and delightful, picturesque Regency-Era decor that will warm your heart, and light up the Season! Note that the dress code is formal attire.
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Age: Adults and Children 7 and up
Tickets Required | $40 per person
Free on-site parking
2024 Indy Classic: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Game 1: Purdue vs. Texas A&M | 12PM ET Tickets Required
Game 2: Butler vs. Wisconsin | 2:30PM ET Tickets Required
Indy Fuel Vs Kalamazoo Wings: Fishers Event Center
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday | Dec 15
Winter Wunderland Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt: Athenaeum 401 E. Michigan Street
In the heart of Mass Avenue’s Arts District, you’re invited to eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season as the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt returns to the enchanted Rathskeller Biergarten.
Hours: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Parking: Block 20 Parking Garage 428 N East Street. Pre-purchase parking
Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Explore STEM + More: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
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.
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Age:Teens, School-Age Kids, Preschoolers
Free
Family Concert Series-Indianapolis Youth Orchestra: Indianapolis Public Library Central Library
Join us for this free family concert at Central Library featuring the Indianapolis Youth Orchestra. Move to the sounds of classical favorites with this impressive group of young musicians.
Time: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Age: All ages
Free
Lunch with Santa: The Garage food Hall
Spend a magical afternoon with Santa for a yuletide lunch the whole family can enjoy. There will be fun activities for kids like coloring, filling out a letter to Santa, and singing songs with Santa. Tickets include a $20 garage gift card to grab lunch and a cookie from Four Birds Bakery.
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
