The IN List 2025: Oct 13 - Oct 19
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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 | Oct 13
Lucas OIl Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11 am & 1 pm & 3 pm Tickets Required
Indiana Pacers vs. San Antonio Spurs (Preseason): Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Tue | Oct 14
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.
Caregiver & Child Yoga: Michigan Road 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.
Fall Open Activities: Central Library | 1 pm - 3 pm Looking for something fun to do while on Fall Break? Come join Kid Central this week for Fall-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities, or do a cool autumn craft!
Science in Action with JumpBunch: Central Library | 2 pm - 3 pm Learn about the science of sports through agility, flexibility, and teamwork. Complete an obstacle course before starting a hands-on STEAM project that works your muscles and your brain! Program for ages 6-12. 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.
Teen Dungeons and 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.
Family Game Night: College Ave Branch | 6 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.
Paws to Read: Glendale Branch | 6 pm - 7 pm School-aged children who are beginning or reluctant readers are invited to read to a non-judgmental 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.
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
Counterparts: Vogue Theatre
7 pm 21+ Tickets Required
Seether & Daughtry: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
6:30 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Oct 15
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Storytime Read with a Witch: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30 am - 11:00 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited to a special Halloween-themed storytime presented by The Black Hat Society, the philanthropic group of Irvington's famous dancing witches.
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: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and playtime.
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: 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!
Fall Open Activities: Central Library | 1 pm - 3 pm Looking for something fun to do while on Fall Break? Come join Kid Central this week for Fall-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities, or do a cool autumn craft!
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.
Lego Club: Glendale Branch | 4 pm - 5:30 pm School-age children are invited to build with Legos, try challenges, and do STEM projects.
The Original Farmers’ Market: Monument Circle
10 am - 1:30 pm From fruits and vegetables and meats and cheeses, to baked goods and unique spices and herbs, you can find in-season, fresh foods that have been selected at their peak from local growers dedicated to providing you with the freshest foods.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Beethoven x Beyonce: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Golden Girls The Laugh Continues: Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pm Tickets Required
G Flip The Dream Ride Tour: Old National Center
8 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Oct 16
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: Pike Branch | 10:30 pm - 11:15 pm 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.
Fall Open Activities: Central Library | 1 pm - 3 pm Looking for something fun to do while on Fall Break? Come join Kid Central this week for Fall-time fun! Children, families, and groups are welcome to check out some of our technology, games, and activities, or do a cool autumn craft!
Underwater Explorers: Irvington Branch | 2 pm - 2:30 pm 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.
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.
Dylan Gossett The Westward Tour: Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Monon Spike Match Indiana vs Purdue Women's Volleyball: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Crowder, Passion Music, Louie Giglio, Kari Jobe Carnes & Cody Carnes: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Collin Raye Acoustic Trio: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required`
Fri | Oct 17
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.
Teen Cooking Snack Attack with Purdue Extension: College Ave Branch | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Get ready to slice, dice, and snack your way through fun, teen-friendly recipes in this hands-on cooking program! Register Here.
Lucas OIl Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium
11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
David Nail Meet & Greet Experience: 8 Second Saloon
5 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Fort Wayne Komets: Fishers Event Center
7:00 pm Tickets Required
Haunted Moonlight Egg Hunt: Broad Ripple Park
7 pm - 8:30 pm $11 Ages 4 -13
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Frankie Moreno: King of the Day: Hilbert Circle Theatre
11 am & 7:30 pm Tickets Required
Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert - The 20th Anniversary Tour: Old National Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Jack & Jack: Turntable
8 pm Tickets Required
Lucius: Vogue Theater
8 pm Tickets Required
David Nail: 8 Second Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
Sat | Oct 18
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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 | 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.
Slime Time Saturday Smarties: College Ave Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Put on your mad scientist coats and join us for our bi-monthly school-age program at the College Avenue branch library! This week, we'll be making SLIME from scratch! Perfect for spooky season. Register Here.
Family Game Day: Garfield Park | 3 pm - 4:30 pm Families, teens, and children are invited to play board, card, and dice games. The Library will provide the games. You are also welcome to bring your own games.
Run With Christ Indy Run Club: 1201 N Delaware St
8 am
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: 6001 North Rural Street Glendale Town Center
8 am - 12 pm
Garfield Park Farmers Market: 2442 Conservatoryt Dr.
9 am - 12:30 pm
Indianapolis 8 Hour Race: Indianapolis Motor Speedway
View website here for schedules and tickets
Trail & Treat: Downtown Canal
5 pm - 7 pm Put on your costumes and get your candy in this event that is perfect for all ages and abilities. FREE. Find details and registrations here.
Indy Eleven v Loudoun United FC: Carroll Stadium
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra Ben- Hur 1925 Silent Film With Live Orchestra: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Toledo Walleye: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Frankie Moreno: King of the Day: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Petey USA Special Guest: Alex Cameron: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Sun | Oct 19
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.
Stardew Valley Symphony Of Seasons: Clowes Memorial Hall
2 pm Tickets Required
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes: The Family Reunion Tour: Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Brandy & Monica The Boy Is Mine Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
The Extraordinary Card Magic of Jason Ladanye: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
7 pm Tickets Required
Stardew Valley Symphony Of Seasons: Clowes Memorial Hall
7 pmTickets Required