The IN List 2025: Nov 3 - Nov 9
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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 | Nov 3
Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks:Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Hippie Sabotage - Echoes of Time Tour: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Howl Owl Howl: Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required
Tue | Nov 4
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 Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
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 take a turn reading 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. Children may read from any book they choose. Register Here.
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.
Story Time: Goodies and Giggles
11 am Join us for story time every Tuesday at 11am. We will read a few books, have our play tables open, and enjoy time together. No registration required. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
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
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pm Tickets Required
THE USED: 25 Year Anniversary Tour: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Nov 5
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Storytime: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and playtime.
Family Story Time: 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.
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!
Farm Fun for Toddlers: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Learn about the fall harvest and farm animals in this hands-on sensory exploration with the Indiana State Museum! Perfect for toddlers ages 18-36 months.
Bilingual Storytime at Glendale - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español:Glendale 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 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.
Indiana Pacers vs. Brooklyn Nets: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Symphony presents Sphinx: Madam Walker Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Bloomington Bison: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Twilight In Concert: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
The Band CAMINO: The NeverAlways Tour with special guest almost monday: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Nov 6
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.
Art Adventures: Irvington Branch | 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 create their own masterpiece using a variety of materials in their favorite color. Dress to mess! Register Here.
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! From 3-5 pm, you can engage with free materials and learn new skills at your own pace.
Journal Making: College Ave Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Design and build your own 3D accordion-style journal! Explore how journals can be used to write stories, keep notes, collect drawings, record goals, and more while making your own keepsake. 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.
Marie and Rosetta: Indiana Repertory Theatre
2 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets Required
Sanguisugabogg: Old National Centre
6 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Symphony First Thursday: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7 pm Tickets Required
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Nov 7
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.
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 Kid Central for a storytime! Afterward, all are welcome to stay for some open playtime.
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Symphony Arrival from Sweden The Music of ABBA: Hilbert Circle Theatre
11 am & 7:30 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/
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Bloomington Bison: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Marie and Rosetta: Indiana Repertory Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Dexter and The Moonrocks: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Umphrey's McGee Night 2: vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required (21+)
Lily Rose: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
TroyBoi presents Hear2Move: Old National Centre
9 pm Tickets Required
Sat | Nov 8
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Storytime at Nora - 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.
Family Concert Joshue Thompson: Nora Branch | 11 am - 12 pm Join us to hear from renowned musician Joshua Thompson and friends as they weave stories through songs in this concert appropriate for all ages.
Kookies and Karaoke - Presented by the Teen Advisory Group: Michigan Road Branch | 2 pm - 3:30pm Teens are invited to decorate cookies and display their singing talents in this afternoon of fun. Don't want to sing? Just have some cookies and be an audience member. For ages 12 to 18.
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
Garfield Park Farmers Market: 2442 Conservatory Dr.
9 am - 12:30 pm
Roast Ride: Indy Cultural Trail The Orange Bridge on the Canal 332 W. Walnut St.
10 am - 12:30 pm Please arrive early with time to sign waivers. Join in for a fun-filled morning exploring the vibrant coffee scene in Indianapolis. Hop on your bike and get ready to pedal through the city’s iconic Cultural Trail, stopping at some of the best local coffee shops along the way. We recommend bringing your own bike if possible. However, our friends at the Indianapolis Cultural Trail will be providing a limited number of free Pacers Bikeshare Bikes for each ride. Register Here.
Marie and Rosetta: Indiana Repertory Theatre
1 pm Tickets Required
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
2 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets Required
Marie and Rosetta: Indiana Repertory Theatre
5 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. IU Indy Men’s Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
5 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Symphony Arrival from Sweden The Music of ABBA: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Boz Scaggs Rhythm Review 2025: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Umphrey's McGee Night 3:Vogue Theatre
8 pm Tickets Required (21+)
Sun | Nov 9
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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.
Les Miserables (Touring): Clowes Memorial Hall
1 pm & 6:30 pm Tickets Required
Marie and Rosetta: Indiana Repertory Theatre
2 pm Tickets Required
Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience: Old National Centre
3 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis SymphonyIndianapolis Youth Orchestra's 44th Season Opening: Hilbert Circle Theatre
5 pm Tickets Required
95.5 WFMS Acoustic Jam III with Scotty McCreery: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:30 pm Tickets Required
