The IN List 2025: Mar 31 - Apr 6
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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 | Mar 31
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Lyla in the Loop’s Adventure Game: Glendale Branch | 11 am - 12pm Embark on a creative adventure inspired by Lyla in the Loop through interactive gameplay! Discover new skills and unleash your creativity with trusted content from PBS Kids. Take home materials to continue the adventure with family and friends. Ages: 5-8. Register Here.
Plants and Pollinators: Michigan Road Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Explore the wonders of nature through flowers and bees! Examine plants and bees to understand their anatomy and learn how bees and other pollinators play a crucial role in helping plants reproduce. For kids ages 6-12. Register Here. Register Here.
Minecraft Club at Central Library: Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us in the Arena on the 2nd 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!
Community Yoga; Garfield Park Burrello Family Center Community Room
6:30 pm This class is accessible to beginners and first time yogis. Bring your own mat. After the yoga class is over (around 7:35), there is an optional 10-15 guided meditation. The best way to stay up to date about the class (including cancellations) is to join the email list here or email katieHcarlson@gmail.com with questions.
Trivia Night: The Garage Food Hall
906 Carrollton Avenue
7 pm - 9 pm 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.
Jazz Jam Session: The Jazz Kitchen
6:30 pm Walk-ins only. 21+
Indiana Pacers vs. Sacramento Kings: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
2025 ARTMS World Tour Lunar Theory: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Tue | Apr 1
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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.
Storytime: Michigan Road | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Page by Page Book Folding 101: Michigan Road Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Unleash your creativity as you fold, crease, and shape pages into unique designs to take home as we upcycle old books into works of art! Age: Teens Registration Here.
Family Game Night:Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Bring the family for Family Game Night on the 2nd floor by the Atrium!
Pajama Storytime: Irvington Branch | 6:30 pm - 7 pm Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us for bedtime stories, songs, and fun activities that build a love of reading and learning. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffie.
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.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs. Toledo Walleye: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Explosions In The Sky The End Tour: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Apr 2
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Family Storytime: College Avenue | 10:30 am 11:30 am 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.
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.
Storytime: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am 11:30 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
Ballet Storytime: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Children 3-6 are invited to join members of Ballet INitiative for a story and a short ballet experience. This program features their upcoming production of Coppelia's Magic Toyshop.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 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.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Pacers vs. Charlotte Hornets: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Judah & the Lion The Process Tour: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Apr 3
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: Michigan Road | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
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.
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.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Brooks & Dunn Neon Moon Tour 2025: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Apr 4
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: College Avenue | 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.
Tales ‘n Play Storytime: Central Library | 11 am - 12 pm Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join the Learning Curve for a storytime! Afterward, all are welcome to stay for some open playtime.
Plants and Pollinators: College Ave Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm Explore the wonders of nature through flowers and bees! Examine plants and bees to understand their anatomy and learn how bees and other pollinators play a crucial role in helping plants reproduce. For kids ages 6-12. Register Here. Register Here.
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Pacers vs. Utah Jazz: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Fishers Freight vs. Tulsa Oilers: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Burning Red (tribute to Taylor): Clowes Memorial Hall
8 pm Tickets Required
Cameron Whitcomb w/ Ben Cottrill: HI-FI Indy
9 pm 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/.
Factory Arts District: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
North Mass Boulder: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. $10 day passes after 5 p.m.
Sat | Apr 5
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 2nd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
Storytime: Garfield Park | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Pokemon Card Trading: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 12 pm Bring your cards and get ready to trade! Age: 11 and under.
Mr. Daniel Sings: Nora Branch | 11 am - 12 pm Sing, dance, and clap along with Mr. Daniel in this concert perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! Space is limited.
Tales ‘n Play Storytime: Central Library | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Preschool-aged children and their families are invited to visit the Learning Curve for a Saturday storytime. Afterward, all are welcome to stay for open playtime. Age: Preschoolers & Families
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
Read, Set, Defend Self-Defense for Teens: College Avenue Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Learn basic self-defense techniques to promote personal safety and protect yourself in real life situations. Register Here.
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AMP at 16 Tech
1220 Waterway Blvd
9:00 am - 12:30 pm 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 am - 12 pm Find fresh produce, meats, eggs, and artisanal foods along with music and ready-to-eat food.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs. Fort Wayne Komets: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Eleven vs. North Carolina FC: Carroll Stadium
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra Land in the Music with ICO Chorus: Howard L. Schrott Center for Arts
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Led Zeppelin 2: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Shane Gillis Live: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
8 pm Tickets Required
Zack Fox (DJ Set): Old National Centre
8:30 pm Age: 18+ Tickets Required
Sun | Apr 6
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM + More: Central Library| 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field
1:35 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Wind Symphony w/ Alton River Dragons: The Palladium at Center for the Performing Arts
4 pm Tickets Required
The Wild Kratts Live 2.0 Activate Creature Power: Clowes Memorial Hall
1 pm & 5 pm Tickets Required
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers: Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required
