The IN List 2026: Apr 13 - Apr 19

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Mon | Apr 13

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Art Adventures: Garfield Park 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. Dress to mess! Registration Required
Intro to Copperplate Calligraphy for TEENS - with the Calligraphy Guild of Indiana: Irvington Branch | 4:15pm - 6:15pm Join with other teens and some Calligraphy experts to learn some calligraphy basics! This style uses dip pens and special paper. Registration Required.
Introduction to Debate - A Six-Week Program for Middle School Students: College Ave Branch | 5:00pm - 6:30pm Middle school students are invited to a free program series to discover skills and gain confidence through learning about debate! This series will be led by Park Tudor junior and debate champion, Penelope Guevara! Registration Required
Teen Makers: Cricut Crash Course - with Kirsten: Glendale Branch | 5:00pm - 6:00pm New to Cricut? Learn how to use Design Space, prep materials, and make your first cool project—no experience needed! Take home your very own printed Cricut project! Register Here.
Youth Art/Music Drop-In: Nora Branch | 6:00pm - 7:00pm Please join Nora staff for an evening of free play with musical instruments.

Foy Vance: Vogue Theatre

7 pm Tickets Required

Tue | Apr 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.
Storytime: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Paw 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! Registration Required
Dungeons & Dragons: Glendale Branch | 6:00pm - 7:45pm 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.
Ready, Set, School! Kindergarten Readiness: Irbington Branch | 6 pm - 6:45 pm Help your child with pre-kindergarten skills in this workshop led by a former kindergarten teacher! Perfect for children ages 4-6. Registration Required

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

Clue (Touring): Old National Centre

7 pm Tickets Required

Hunter Hayes: Vogue Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

Wed | Apr 15

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime: Irvington Branch | 10:30 am - 11: 15am 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. No registration is required.
Storytime: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time
Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Ave Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am 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!
Family Storytime: Nora Branch | 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
Lego Club: Glendale Branch | 4 pm - 5:30 pm School-age children are invited to build with Legos, try challenges, and do STEM projects.
Playwriting Workshop for Kids - with Fonseca Theatre: Garfield Park Branch | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Become a storyteller! Through games and creative exercises, kids will create their own short play. Perfect for budding writers, performers, and anyone who loves to tell stories. Registration Required

Dance Night: 8 Seconds Saloon

6 pm (doors opne) 21+ Guys $5 Gals $3 Free lessons at 9 pm 21+

Clue (Touring): Old National Centre

7 pm Tickets Required

Butler Theatre Presents Empty When Full: Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

Max McNown - The Cost of Growing Up Tour: Old National Centre

8 pm Tickets Required

Thurs | Apr 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. 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.
Young Scientists: Garfield Park Branch | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children ages six to ten are invited to learn about topics in science, technology, engineering, and math through fun and interactive activities.
Math Mania: Michigan Road Branch | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children ages 8 to 14 with an interest in math will be challenged to solve problems and puzzles individually and as a group

Westside Run Club Indy: Leonard Park Speedway

6 pm FREE

Clue (Touring): Old National Centre

7 pm Tickets Required

Charity Gayle - REJOICE: A Night of Worship w/ special guest, Ryan Kennedy : Northview Church

7 pm Tickets Required

Butler Theatre Presents Empty When Full: Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

French Images: Debussy, Ravel & Fauré: Hilbert Circle Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

Latin Dance Party: The Jazz Kitchen

6 pm Doors FREE admission 6 pm - 8 pm. $10 after 8 pm

Fri | Apr 17

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Your Nose Knows - Sensory Exploration for Toddlers: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Toddlers will learn about senses in this hands-on play exploration with the Indiana State Museum! Registration Required
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.
Harp Music & Stories: Central Library | 11 am - 11:30 am Babies and toddlers will be introduced to the music of a concert harp in this program with Arts for Learning teaching artist Melissa Gallant. Join us to learn that music brings stories to life through feelings and emotions! Registration Required

Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium

11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required

Clue (Touring): Old National Centre

7 pm Tickets Required

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra: American Sound With Dance Kaleidoscope: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

7 pm Tickets Required

A Taste of France: Hilbert Circle Theatre

6 pm Tickets Required

Butler Theatre Presents Empty When Full: Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

French Images: Debussy, Ravel & Fauré: Hilbert Circle Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

Butler Ballet Presents Giselle: Clowes Memorial Hall

8 pm Tickets Required

Wolves of Glendale: Turntable

8 pm Tickets Required

Nate Smith: Long Live Country Rock And Roll Tour: Old National Centre

8:30 pm Tickets Required

Sat | Apr 18

Indianapolis Public Library Events.

Storytime at Garfield Park: Garfield Park Branch 10:30am - 11:00am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Storytime: 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 Grooves with HobeeLuv on Saxophone - Family Concert Series: College Ave Branch | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join us for this free family concert at the College Avenue Branch! Listening to the patterns and rhythms in music helps to train the brain for complex learning and builds connections. HobeeLuv will play his saxophone so the whole family can groove!
Family Memento! - Art Workshop - Building Community Through Art: Michigan Road Branch | 2:00pm - 4:00pm Create art together that serves as a memento of places, people, pets or moments in time that hold special memories for your family. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and older. Registration Required

Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Broad Ripple Middle School

9 am - 12 pm

Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AAMP

9 am - 12:30 pm

Clue (Touring): Old National Centre

2 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets Required

French Images: Debussy, Ravel & Fauré: Hilbert Circle Theatre

5:30 pm Tickets Required

Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra: American Sound With Dance Kaleidoscope: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

7 pm Tickets Required

Butler Theatre Presents Empty When Full: Lilly Hall Studio Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required