The IN List 2025: May 5 - May 11
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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 5
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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!
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 5 pm - 7 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register Here.
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.
Cinco De Mayo Tequila Tasting: The Vogue
Doors open 5 pm Tickets Required 21 +
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 6
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.
Art Adventures: Central Library | 11 am - 11:45 am Join Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts to explore art inspired by picture books. Children ages 3-6 will learn about crayon resist art and take home a creation of their own! Dress to mess! This program will have ASL interpretation. Register Here.
Food Friends: Garfield Park Branch | 1 pm - 1:30 pm Read, play, learn, and make snacks! Children ages 3-5 will join Nutrition Services from the Marion County Public Health Department to explore colors found in healthy foods. Register Here.
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 5 pm - 7 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register 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!
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. Columbus Clippers: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Fontaines D.C. with Jadu Heart: The Vogue
8 pm Tickets Required
Wed | May 7
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.
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.
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.
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.
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 4:30 pm - 6 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register Here.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Columbus Clippers: Victory Field
1:35 pm Tickets Required
An Evening with Neil Degrasse Tyson: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Eric D’Allesandro: Helium Comedy Club
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | May 8
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.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: College Ave | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm First time players or experienced adventurers, join us to explore Dungeons and Dragons. Game materials and dice provided, just bring your imagination! Ages 12 and up.
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 5 pm - 7 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register Here.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Columbus Clippers: Victory Field
11:05 am Tickets Required
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
Indy Parks Ride Series: Riverside Park
6 - 7:30 pm Ride distance ranges between 5 and 20 miles. Each ride is fun and relaxed and led by friendly staff from Bike Indy. It is designed for cyclists of all levels. Sign up here.
Larry Fleet Hard Work and Holy Water Tour: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Fri | May 9
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
Construction Zone: Nora 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.
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 10 am - 12 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register Here.
Healing through Nature for Kids Breathing for a Better World (Yoga for Kids): Nora Branch | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Read "Coco's Fire" and discuss feelings around climate change and then practice yoga movement, breathing and relaxation to build awareness of our feelings and our bodies. For kids age 6-12. *Includes ASL interpretation. Register Here.
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11 am | 1pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Sonsio Grand Prix Practice & Qualifying
Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical: Indianapolis Artsgarden/Visitor Center 1 North Illinois
6:30 pm 8-year-old Lily Polkadot just moved to the small, “Squares Only” town of Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her polkadot skin blooms into an unexpected friendship. Inspired by the events of The Little Rock 9, Polkadots serves as a colorful history lesson that reminds us that our individual differences are what make us cool. Fun for all ages! Tickets Required
Youth Inspiration Theatre Presents Little Mermaid: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Columbus Clippers: Victory Field
7:05 pm Tickets Required
East Conf Semis: Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Rd 2 Hm Gm 1: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Je’Caryous Johnson’s Games Women Play: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Sat | May 10
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Underdawg Legends Author Program (by CBLC): Central Library | 10 am - 12 pm Join us at the CBLC for a free kids book publishing class! Whether you're a young writer or just love storytelling, this workshop will guide you through creating, writing, and publishing your very own book. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life—sign up today! Register Here.
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.
Art Adventures: Central Library | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Join Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts to explore art inspired by picture books. Children ages 3-6 will learn about crayon resist art and take home a creation of their own! Dress to mess! This program will have ASL interpretation. Register Here.
The Gurl Code Inc. presented Code & Crumpets: Central Library | 11 am - 3 pm This Mother’s Day Tea is a special event that combines creativity, coding, and a celebration of moms! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where you’ll learn to code exciting projects while enjoying a delightful tea party with crumpets. Register Here.
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.
Spring Origami: Nora Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Join an origami expert from the Japan-America Society of Indiana and create your own origami associated with spring. 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
Sonsio Grand Prix Race Day
Roast Ride: Orange Bridge on the Cultural Trail 332 W. Walnut Street
10 am - 12:30 pm FREE local coffee shop bike ride along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail! The Indianapolis Coffee Guide and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail have teamed up to combine a few of our favorite things: local coffee + bikes + the Cultural Trail. Join us for a fun-filled morning exploring the vibrant coffee scene in Indianapolis. Registration Required.
Indianapolis Cultural Trail Porch Party: 132 W Walnut Street
10 am - 12 pm This casual, open house-style gathering is the perfect way to kick off your weekend—swing by for free Tinker Coffee, takeaway crafts with Connection Club, face painting, pop-up shops from Tomorrow Bookstore and Bike People, kid-friendly activities, and enjoy mingling with neighbors and fellow Trail users. It’s a great chance to relax, connect, and soak up some spring fun along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. RSVP
500 Festival Kid’s Day and Rookie Run: Monument Circle
11 am - 3 pm There is so much excitement during the month of May in Indy. On May 10, Monument Circle turns into an Indy 500 celebration for kids with interactive, educational displays in a carnival atmosphere – giving children a day full of fun, learning, and activity for every interest and ability! Rookie Run Registration
Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical: Indianapolis Artsgarden/Visitor Center 1 North Illinois
1 pm & 4 pm 8-year-old Lily Polkadot just moved to the small, “Squares Only” town of Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her polkadot skin blooms into an unexpected friendship. Inspired by the events of The Little Rock 9, Polkadots serves as a colorful history lesson that reminds us that our individual differences are what make us cool. Fun for all ages! Tickets Required
Youth Inspiration Theatre Presents Little Mermaid: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
2 pm & 7 pm Tickets Required
Killswitch Engage: Old National Centre
6:30 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Columbus Clippers: Victory Field
6:35 pm Tickets Required
Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press: HI-FI Annex
7 pm Tickets Required
Blanket Warren Zeiders: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
8 pm Tickets Required
Sun | May 11
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.
Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical: Indianapolis Artsgarden/Visitor Center 1 North Illinois
1 pm 8-year-old Lily Polkadot just moved to the small, “Squares Only” town of Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her polkadot skin blooms into an unexpected friendship. Inspired by the events of The Little Rock 9, Polkadots serves as a colorful history lesson that reminds us that our individual differences are what make us cool. Fun for all ages! Tickets Required
Youth Inspiration Theatre Presents Little Mermaid: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
2 pm Tickets Required
East Conf Semis: Indiana pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Rd 2 Hm Gm 2: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
8 pmTickets Required
