The IN List 2025: May 12 - May 18
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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 | May 12
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Construction Zone: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Toddlers 18-36 months can build and then demolish in this hands-on program with the Indiana State Museum. Explore art and engineering with ramps, towers, trucks, and more construction fun! This program will offer a tactile experience to build fine motor and problem-solving skills. Register Here.
Teen Zone Paws & Breathe: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm Tweens and teens in grades 6–12 are invited to visit a therapy dog and enjoy other quiet activities in our Teen Zone.
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!
Family Fun Night: Glendale Branch | 6 pm - 7:30 pm Come to the Glendale Branch for activities for the whole family. This is a monthly program with different activities each month. Some possible themes are games night, STEM activities, role playing and other fun activities
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.
Bike & Bootcamp: Orange Bridge on the Cultural Trail
6 pm Combine cardio and strength training for a unique, full body workout along the scenic Downtown Canal. FREE, dynamic fitness class starts and ends at the Orange Bridge, where the Indianapolis Cultural Trail intersects with the Downtown Canal near the Colts Canal Playspace. Participants will needs to bring their own bike, helmet, and water. Workouts are led by Tiffianie King of 3 B Fit Body, Beauty & Brain LLC. Waiver is required and registration is encouraged.
Tue | May 13
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.
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!
Family Game Night:College Avenue Branch | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Families are invited to play Pokémon CTG or board games and have fun while hanging out with friends and family. Staff are available to make recommendations and answer questions.
Teens Dungeons & Dragons: Glendale Branch | 6 pm - 8 pm Calling all ADVENTURERS! Teens who play Dungeons and Dragons or want to learn to play are invited for a short adventure! Dungeon Masters and pre-generated characters will be available.
Opening Day Indianapolis 500 Practice
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
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. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Dave Blunts: Standing for What I believe in Tour: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Wed | May 14
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: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am 11:30 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
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: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Bilingual Storytime: Nora Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Young children will enjoy books, songs, and games in this bilingual storytime in English and Spanish! / ¡Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de libros, canciones y juegos en esta hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español!
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.
SoBro Farmers Market: Northwest corner of College Avenue and 49th Street
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Vendor List and Map Found Here
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
6:05 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis 500 Practice
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
Canal Calm Monthly Sound Bath: Orange Bridge
7 pm - 8 pm Register Here
Thurs | May 15
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.
Bilingual Storytime: Michigan Road | 10:30 am - 11:00 am Young children will enjoy books, songs, and games in this bilingual storytime in English and Spanish! / ¡Los niños pequeños disfrutarán de libros, canciones y juegos en esta hora de cuentos bilingüe en inglés y español!
No Spandex Required Ride: The Indianapolis Cultural Trail 132 West Walnut Street
5:30 pm Beginner-friendly, 4-10 mile group bike ride that highlights how the Indianapolis Cultural Trail serves as the hub of Indianapolis' trail network. Every week, we explore different greenways, destinations and neighborhoods that are accessible by bicycle from the Cultural Trail and the Pacers Bikeshare network. In addition to the bike ride, we will also make a stop at a local brewery along the way to rest, enjoy an optional drink, and socialize with fellow riders. Free Registration
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
11:05 am Tickets Required
Indianapolis 500 Practice
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
East Conf Semis Cleveland Cavaliers @ Indiana Pacers Rd 2 Hm Gm 3
Third Thursday in Broad Ripple Village
6 pm - 9 pm Live music, live art, and lots of local businesses to enjoy! Enjoy a live painting of an Indy Car, “Never Stop Racing” by Megan Jefferson in collaboration with Arrow McLaren.
Saint Motel: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Fri | May 16
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
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11 am | 1pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Fast Friday Indianapolis 500 Practice
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
Indy Eleven Women’s Team vs. Lexington SC: Grand Park
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
7:05 pm Tickets Required
Zach Top Cold Beer & Country Music Tour: Amphitheater at White River State Park
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Melanie Fiona: Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required 21+
HOL!: Old National Centre
9 pm Tickets Required
2025 USA Club Rugby XVS National Championships: Kuntz Stadium
Tickets and Schedule Found Here.
One America Financial Foundation Broad Ripple Art Fair: Indy Art Center
10 am - 5 pm Tickets Required
Sat | May 17
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
Get Crafty!: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Families and children are invited to make an arts and crafts project. Each program features a different project.
Tales ‘n Play Storytime: Central Library | 11:15 am - 12:00 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
Paws to Breathe Stress Relief: Glendale Branch | 1 pm - 3 pm Come relax with our dog friends from Paws and Think during our special teen study break. No registration required. Drop in at any time during the scheduled time.
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.
Adventures in Storytelling: College Avenue Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm We're always exploring ways to tell stories! Have you every heard of tabletop roleplay games? Join us for our bi-monthly school-age program at the College Avenue Branch Library! This week, we'll be going on an imagination adventure together, right here in the Library! Register Here.
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: 6001 North Rural Street Glendale Town Center
8 am - 12 pm
Garfield Park Farmers Market: 2442 Conservatory Dr.
9 am - 12:30 pm
Pike Farmers Market: 5429 Lafayette Road
8:30 am - 12 pm
PPG ARmed Forces Qualifying Day 1
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
Pilates on the Green: Back 9 Golf & Entertainment
10 am Tickets Required
Dog Man the Musical : Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
11 am | 2 pm | 6 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Peony Festival: Historic Seminary Park 350 S 10th Street Noblesville
10 am - 4 pm Free and open to the public
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
3 pm Tickets Required
2025 USA Club Rugby XVS National Championships: Kuntz Stadium
Tickets and Schedule Found Here.
Sun | May 18
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM: Central Library | 1 pm - 4 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. Louisville Bats: Victory Field
1:35 pm Tickets Required
Dog Man the Musical : Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
11 am & 3 pm Tickets Required
PPG Armed Forces Qualifying Day 1
For Tickets and Schedule visit this link
2025 USA Club Rugby XVS National Championships: Kuntz Stadium
Tickets and Schedule Found Here.
The Fitness Sampler: Grand Park Events Center
10 am - 2 pm Expect 25-minute back-to-back "tastes" of fitness from various studios + health and wellness & spa experience stations. Take as many classes as you want and leave the rest. Feel free to ebb and flow in as you want! No rules. Not strict. Tickets Required
