The IN List 2025: Dec 1- Dec 7
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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Mon | Dec 1
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Minecraft Club: Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd floor for Minecraft Club! Stop by to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the library’s laptops or iPads. Jump into our premade world or create one entirely of your own!
Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Tue | Dec 2
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
Storytime: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies.
Caregiver & Child Yoga: College Ave Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Stretch and move alongside your child! Strengthen your connection with yourself and your child through easy yoga poses led by Silly Hearts Yoga. Dress to move! Open to all skill levels. Perfect for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult. Register Here.
Family Game Night: Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Kids, teens, and families are invited to stop by the Atrium on the 2nd floor for Family Game Night! We have lots of board, card, and dice games to explore along with giant-sized chess, checkers, Jenga, and Connect 4.
Paws to Read: College Ave Branch | 6 pm - 7 pm Beginning or reluctant readers ages 6 - 11 are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories. It's a great way to improve a child's reading skills and self-confidence. Register Here.
Game Night Social: The Garage Food Hall
906 Carrollton Avenue
6 pm - 9 pm Laugh with old friends or meet new ones while enjoying tabletop games. Feel free to bring your favorite game from home. Food from the various vendors will be open for purchase. All ages welcome. Free.
Canal Squad Workout: Fitness Zone Indy (John Boner Community Center)
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Free but waiver is required
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Death Angel: Vogue Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required 21+
Wed | Dec 3
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Storytime: College Ave Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Children aged 3-5, and their families, are invited to a half-hour of stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by playtime, art, and social time with other families!
Storytime: Glendale | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
Music & Movement with Kindermusik: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Children birth through age 5 and their caregiver will join Kindermusik of Indianapolis in this music and movement class. Adults will bond with their child through singing, dancing, and instrument playing. There's room for everyone to grow in this family program! Register Here.
Storytime: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplay, and play time.
Storytime: Irvington Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Babies and toddlers, birth through age 3, 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.
Family Storytime: Nora Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Families with children ages 0-6 are invited to join us for stories, songs, and so much more fun every Wednesday morning.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 3 pm - 5 pm Kids and families, stop by the 3rd 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.
Donkey Hodie Hee-Hawesome Activity Days - with WFYI: College Ave Branch | 4:30 pm - 6 pm Welcome to Someplace Else, where Donkey Hodie and her pals dream big and overcome obstacles together. In these sessions, children ages 3-6 will do activities where they investigate problems and work together to find solutions. Attendance at all sessions is encouraged as lessons build on each other. Register Here.
Light the Night: Main St. & Dallara
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Santa visits, crafts, cookies, holiday lights, and a jolly good time! $5
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Pacers vs. Denver Nuggets: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Freshly Brewed: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Storm Large: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required
AEW Presents Dynamite: Fishers Event Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Dec 4
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
Storytime: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime with special toys designed just for babies.
Teen Zone: Central Library | 3 pm - 5 pm Teens ages 12-18 are invited to the 3rd floor to explore art, technology, games, science, and more with Teen Central!
Teen Improv - with Fonseca Theater: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm Unleash your creativity and quick thinking in this high-energy teen improv workshop! Through fun games and spontaneous scenes, you'll build confidence, sharpen your acting skills, and learn to think on your feet—no script required. Register Here.
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.
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
AMY GRANT, CECE WINANS, & MICHAEL W SMITH: CHRISTMAS TOGETHER: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents The Nutcracker: Clowes Memorial Hall
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience: Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Dec 5
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: College Ave Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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.
Underwater Explorers: Central Library | 11 am - 11:30 am Sharks, mermaids, and pirates--oh my! Explore creatures of the deep through stories and activities led by Clint Kowalik of Go Fishin' with Clint. Come as yourself or as your favorite sea character or creature! Perfect for children ages 3 to 6. Register Here. .
Big Ten Fan Fest Presented by Dr Pepper: Indiana Convention Center
December 5-6 Tickets Required
First Fridays: Various Locations
The First Friday of every month is full of exciting, unexpected– and free–happenings in Indianapolis. Art galleries and creative spaces all over the city keep it casual by staying open late and welcoming everyone in to enjoy new sights and sounds. For a full list visits: https://indyarts.org/guide/first-friday/
Past Tense by Jingo M. de la Rosa: Harrison Center
Happiest Hour: The Rejoicing Vine
6 pm - 8 pm Get ready for the Happiest Hour of the month where we bring Isaiah 55:1 to life in Indianapolis - Wine, milk, appetizers at no cost. That's right we said FREE wine.
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
A Christmas Carol: Indiana Repertory Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Cincinnati Cyclones: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Natalie Macmaster And Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
8 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents The Nutcracker: Clowes Memorial Hall
8 pm Tickets Required
Sat | Dec 6
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Block Party: Central Library | 10 am - 11 am Kids are invited to flex their creative muscles and building skills at our Block Party! Stop by the 3rd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
Storytime Move and Groove: Nora Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am A story time that incorporates songs and dance, and will help start a great day. Encourages language development and physical activity. For toddlers and preschoolers, and their caregivers
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1 pm - 4 pm Kids and families, stop by the 3rd 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.
Adventures in Storytelling Saturday Smarties: College Ave Branch | 2 pm - 3:30 pm We're always exploring ways to tell stories! Have you ever heard of tabletop roleplay games? Join us for our bi-monthly school age program. We'll be going on an imagination adventure together, right here in the Library! Register Here.
Run With Christ Indy Run Club: 1201 N Delaware St
8 am
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: 6001 North Rural Street Glendale Town Center
9 am - 12 pm
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AAMP
9 am - 12:30 pm
Rowdie's Home Plate Holiday: Victory Field
8 am - 11 am Join Rowdie for festive food, crafts and fun. Pancake breakfast, photo opportunity, face painters, and crafts.
Indianapolis Children’s Museum Birthday Bash: Children’s Museum
Celebrate 100 years of the museum with a legendary party!
LIVE! Family Christmas: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
10 am - 3 pm Tickets Required
Christmas Wishes: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
11 am & 5 pm Tickets Required
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
2 pm & 8 pm Tickets Required
A Christmas Carol: Indiana Repertory Theatre
2 pm Tickets Required
CareSource Invitational Indiana vs. Louisville: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
2 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents The Nutcracker: Clowes Memorial Hall
2 pm & 8 pm Tickets Required
A Holiday Soul Revue: Madam Walker Legacy Center
7 pm - 10 pm Tickets Required
Holiday on the Av: A Holiday Soul Revue: Walker Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required
A Christmas Carol: Indiana Repertory Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Cincinnati Cyclones: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
AbbaFab: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required
2025 Discover® Big Ten Football Championship Game: Lucas Oil Stadium
8 pm Tickets Required
Soul Coughing: Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required
Monster Energy Outbreak Presents: Priscilla Block: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
Breakfast with Santa: Driving Wind Farm
9 am - 10:45 am Tickets include a waffle breakfast buffet, a hot cocoa & cider bar, a visit and photo op with Santa, and goodie bag for each child. Tickets Required.
Sun | Dec 7
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1 pm - 4 pm Kids and families, stop by the 3rd 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.
Butler Ballet Presents The Nutcracker: Clowes Memorial Hall
12 pm & 5 pm Tickets Required
Hamilton (Touring): Old National Centre
1 pm & 7 pm Tickets Required
A Christmas Carol: Indiana Repertory Theatre
2 pm Tickets Required
Christmas Wishes: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
2 pm Tickets Required
Broad Ripple Lights Up: Guildford and Broad Ripple Ave
3 pm - 6pm 3 pm Wonderland Village 5 pm Twilight Parade 6 pm Tree Lighting
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class: The Rejoicing Vine
4 pm - 6 pm Decorate cookies like Santa, Mrs. Clause, Rudolph the Red-Nosed-Reindeer, etc.The class fee include Personalized instruction by a professional baker, Charcuterie for 1, 6 cookies, 5 icing colors, Practice piping sheet, Cookie scribe, Take-home bakery box. Tickets Required
