The IN List 2026: Jan 5 - Jan 11
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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.
Check out the Holidays in Indy blog for a list of ongoing events.
Mon | Jan 5
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Minecraft Club: 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!
Tue | Jan 6
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.
Teen Zone Paws & Breathe: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 6pm Tweens and teens in grades 6–12 are invited to visit a therapy dog and enjoy other quiet activities in our Teen Zone.
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:College Avenue 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
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. No registration is required.
Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Butler Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. St. John's Men's Basketball: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Jan 7
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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 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!
Art Adventures: Nora 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! Register Here
Storytime- Toddler & Preschool: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.
Storytime: Garfield Park | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Storytime Toddler & Preschool: College Avenue | 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!
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.
Thurs | Jan 8
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.
Teen: Cookies & Careers - with Dave Haughs—Engineer, Woodworker, and Founder of Deeply Ingrained: Irvington Branch | 4 pm - 5 pm Discover new career paths, ask questions, and get inspired to explore future opportunities. Register Here
Fri | Jan 9
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.
Phoebe & Jay Preschool Workshop - with WFYI: Central Library | 11 am - 11:45 am Join our friends at WFYI to screen their new show, Phoebe and Jay, before it airs! Activities and games will follow. Perfect for ages 3-5, but families are welcome!
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil
11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required
The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Dark Passions and Triumph: Shostakovich’s Tenth Symphony: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Little Mania Wrestling Midget AllStars: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
Sat | Jan 10
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: Garfield Park | 10:30 am - 11 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and movement activities.
Data Detectives - Coding a Sandcastle: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Become a data detective! Explore how data and science can be used to make decisions in our everyday lives by coding a sandcastle. Learn key programming concepts and then build and decorate sandcastles using kinetic sand. Register Here.
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.
Teddy Bear Concert Series with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra - Family Concert Series: Central Library | 11 am - 12 pm Young children and their families are invited to an introduction to the orchestra through story, movement and live music. Teddy bears welcome!
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.
Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Professional Championship Bull Riders: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
I Love The 90's Tour: The Arena at Innovation Mile
7 pm Tickets Required
Dark Passions and Triumph: Shostakovich’s Tenth Symphony: Hilbert Circle Theatre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Pink Droyd (21 and Over): Vogue Theatre
8 pm 21+ Tickets Required
All Your Friends: Turntable
8:30 pm Tickets Required
Sun | Jan 11
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.
Professional Championship Bull Riders: Fishers Event Center
7 pmTickets Required
