The IN List 2026: Feb 9 - Feb 15
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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 | Feb 9
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Teen Makers: Cricut Crash Course - with Kirsten: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm 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.
Minecraft Club at Central: Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Kids ages 7 and up are invited to join us on the 3rd 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!
Youth Art/Music Drop-In: Nora Branch | 6 pm - 7 pm Please join Nora staff for an evening of free play with musical instruments.
Playwriting Workshop for Kids - with Fonseca Theatre: Michigan Road Branch | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 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. Register Here
Tue | Feb 10
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Ready, Set, School! Kindergarten Readiness: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Help your child with pre-kindergarten skills in this workshop led by a former kindergarten teacher! Perfect for children ages 4-6. Register Here.
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.
Teen: Fantasy Fitness - with Stevie Deal: Pike Branch | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Get moving like your favorite characters! Whether you're channeling anime warriors, fantasy fighters, or superhero strength, build real-world fitness inspired by epic fictional worlds. Train your body, sharpen your mindset, and level up—one workout at a time. Register Here.
Teen Zone: Central LIbrary | 5 pm - 7 pm Teens ages 12-18 are invited to explore art, technology, games, science, and more with Teen Central! Engage with free materials and learn new skills at your own pace in our new Teen Space on the 2nd floor!
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: 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
Dungeons & Dragons: Glendale Branch | 6 pm - 7:45 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.
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
Joe Turner's Come and Gone: Indiana Repertory Theatre
6:30 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Wheeling Nailers: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
West Winds Big Band: The Jazz Kitchen
7 pm 21+ Tickets Required
Wed | Feb 11
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 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.
Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español: Nora Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 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!
Storytime: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Storytime- Toddler & Preschool: College Ave Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
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.
Teen: Cookies & Careers - with Dr. Tameka Dawson: Pike Branch | 4pm - 5 pm Discover new career paths, ask questions, and get inspired to explore future opportunities. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a doctor or want to make a difference in the world, this is your chance to hear it straight from someone who’s living it! Register Here.
Eric Church: Evangeline vs The Machine Comes Alive: IMAX Indiana State Museum
7 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents Midwinter Dances: Howard Schrott Center for the Arts
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. UConn Huskies Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7:30 pm Tickets Required
The Runarounds: Old National Centre
8 pm Tickets Required
Black Violin Full Circle Tour: Clowes Memorial Hall
8 pm Tickets Required
Bad Bad Hats: The Hi-Fi
8 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Feb 12
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Wednesday Whimsies: STEAM Team!: College Ave Branch | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Come and create! Every other month, we'll be convening the STEAM Team, and exploring the wide world of Science, Technology, Mathematics, Art, and Engineering. Ask library staff about this week's topic/project! Register Here.
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.
Meet & Play: Pike Branch : Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Caregivers and children 0-4 years of age are invited to visit the Library's community room and play together! Caregivers can get to know other caregivers with young children.
Teen: Cookies & Careers - with Avery Sanchez from The Kentucky College of Art & Design: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm Discover new career paths, ask questions, and get inspired to explore future opportunities. Whether you’re into painting, fashion, photography, or just love to create, this is your chance to connect with someone who gets it. Register Here.
Noblesville Boom vs. College Park Skyhawks: The Arena at Innovation Mile
11 am Tickets Required
Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Joe Turner's Come and Gone: Indiana Repertory Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents Midwinter Dances: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Los Angeles Azules: Clowes Memorial Hall
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Feb 13
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Harp Music & Stories: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11 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! Register Here.
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
11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Indy Ignite vs Orlando Valkyries: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Dirty Dancing in Concert: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Joe Turner's Come and Gone: Indiana Repertory Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents Midwinter Dances: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
We Them One's Comedy Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
8 pm Tickets Required
Flicker//Fade – Live Emo Band Night: The Hi-Fi
9 pm Tickets Required
Colt Ford: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Register Here
Sat | Feb 14
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 3rd floor to create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly building materials.
Storytime Move and Groove: Nora Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am 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 | 1 pm - 4 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.
Paint and Punch - Presented by the Teen Advisory Group: Michigan Road Branch | 2 pm - 3 pm Children and teens (ages 10 to 18) are invited to join members of the Teen Advisory Group for an afternoon of painting. Participants will be provided with a small canvas, paint, and brushes to make their own work of art. Punch and snacks will be provided. Registration is recommended. Register Here.
Broad Ripple Farmers Market:
9 am - 12 pm
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AAMP
9 am - 12:30 pm
Indy Mini 3 Miler Series: Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis
9 am Registration Required Race packets can be picked up on race morning starting 90 minutes prior to each race.
Joe Turner's Come and Gone: Indiana Repertory Theatre
1 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents Midwinter Dances: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
2 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets Required
Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhosue
3 pm & 7 pm Tickets Required
Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony: Hilbert Circle Theatre
5:30 pm Tickets Required
Eric Church: Evangeline vs The Machine Comes Alive: IMAX Indiana State Museum
7 pm Tickets Required
Matteo Lane: We Gotta Catch Up!: Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Fort Wayne Komets: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Sun | Feb 15
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1 pm - 4 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.
Joe Turner's Come and Gone: Indiana Repertory Theatre
2 pm & 6 pm Tickets Required
Butler Ballet Presents Midwinter Dances: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts
2 pm Tickets Required
Winter Rides: Indianapolis Cultural Trail 132 W. Walnut S
2 pm - 4 pm Join us for a FREE guided bike ride on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. Join us for WINTER RIDE, a FREE guided bike ride on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick. This beginner-friendly 3 mile ride is perfect way to enjoy winter on the trail. Bring your own bike*, or use Pacers Bike Share. Register/Tickets Here
Indy Ignite vs San Diego Mojo: Fishers Event Center
3 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. Seton Hall Pirates Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
6 pm Tickets Required
Matteo Mancuso: Turntable
7 pm Tickets Required
Deon Cole: Old National Centre
7:30 pmTickets Required
