The IN List 2026: Jan 19 - Jan 25
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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 | Jan 19
Free Museum Days
NCAA Hall of Fame
Indiana State Museum
Eiteljorg Museum
Noblesville Boom vs. Delaware Blue Coats: The Arena at Innovation Mile
3 pm Tickets Required
Devour Indy: Jan 19 - Feb 1
Indiana Football Watch Parties
Athenaeum
Hangar Indy
Tom’s Watch Bar
Scotty’s Dawghouse
Kilroy’s
The District Tap
Brothers
Know of more? Let us know in the comments!
Tue | Jan 20
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.
Bilingual Storytime - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español: Pike 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!
Teen Dungeons & Dragons: College Ave Branch| 4:30 pm - 6 pm First time players or experienced adventurers, join us to explore Dungeons and Dragons. Game materials and dice provided, just bring your imagination!
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: Irvington 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
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
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. DePaul Blue Demons Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Jan 21
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: 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.
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.
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.
Bilingual Storytime- 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.
Lego Club: Glendale Branch | 4 pm - 5:30 pm School-age children are invited to build with Legos, try challenges, and do STEM projects.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Jan 22
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Your Nose Knows - Sensory Exploration for Toddlers: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Toddlers will learn about senses in this hands-on play exploration with the Indiana State Museum! 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.
Teen Makers: Cricut Crash Course - with Kirsten: Pike Branch | 3 pm - 4 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.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Jan 23
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.
Your Nose Knows - Sensory Exploration for Toddlers: Central Library Branch | 11 am - 11:45 am Toddlers will learn about senses in this hands-on play exploration with the Indiana State Museum! Register Here.
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil
11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
11 am & 7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Fort Wayne Komets: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
KC & the Sunshine Band: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
8 pm Tickets Required
Sat | Jan 24
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 | 10:30 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 | 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.
Family Game Day: Garfield Park Branch | 3 pm - 4:45 pm Families, teens, and children are invited to play board, card, dice, and tabletop games. The Library will provide the games. You are also welcome to bring your own games.
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: 6001 North Rural Street Glendale Town Center
9 am - 12 pm
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AAMP
9 am - 12:30 pm
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
11 am & 3 pm & 7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Ignite vs Omaha Supernovas: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Gimme Gimme Disco: Turntable
8 pm Tickets Required
Jason Michael Carroll: 8 Second Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
Justin Bieber Night: Presented by Stan Society and Do317: Old National Centre
9 pm Tickets Required
Sun | Jan 25
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.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
10 am & 2 pm & 6 pm Tickets Required
