The IN List 2026: Jul 27 - Aug 2

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Mon | Jul 27

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2:00pm - 4:00pm Looking for something to do this summer? Visit Kid Central and Teen Central for some fun, tech, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and more! Explore your creativity with exciting hands-on crafts for everyone!
Teen Watchlist - with Teen Central: Central Library | 4:00pm - 6:00pm Drop by, grab a seat, and watch cool movies or binge-worthy shows with other teens. Hang out, chat, react dramatically to plot twists, or just vibe in the background – no pressure either way. Bring your favorite snacks and make yourself comfortable!
Minecraft Club at Central: Central Library | 5:30pm - 7:30pm 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!
Teen Makers: Crochet 101: Nora Branch | 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dive into the basics of crochet and whip up your first project in a fun, hands-on session made just for teens. We’ll bring the supplies—just show up ready to get creative and make something awesome! Registration Required.

Jazz Jam Session: Jazz Kitchen in Broad Ripple

6:30pm FREE

Tue | Jul 28

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2:00pm - 4:00pm Looking for something to do this summer? Visit Kid Central and Teen Central for some fun, tech, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and more! Explore your creativity with exciting hands-on crafts for everyone!
Teen Central Manga Book Club: Central Library | 4:00pm - 5:00pm Join us at Teen Central to read and discuss manga! You will get a chance to meet other manga fans and gush about your favorite titles! Each session, we’ll discuss a different theme! For teens, ages 13-18.
Teen Fic Club: Make it “Write”! - Monthly Writing Club: College Avenue Branch | 4:30pm - 6:00pm Love a story but it didn’t end “right”? Missing some of your favorite characters? Maybe you could write it yourself! The Teen Fic Writing Club is an opportunity for you to hone your craft as a writer, through fanfic writing or creating your own original works! Registration Required.
Teen Zone at Central Library: Central Library | 5:00pm - 7:00pm 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!
Pokemon Card Trading: Glendale Branch | 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bring your cards and get ready to trade! For children 11 and under only.
CBLC 2nd Annual College Prep Program - Center for Black Literature & Future Black Leaders: Central Library | 6:30pm - 8:00pm Are you a high schooler looking to set yourself up for success? If so, the College Prep Program is for you! Learn new skills, network with others, and earn rewards all while preparing for college! Register Here.

Finn Wolfhard w/ Sleeper’s Bell: HI-FI Indy

7pm Tickets Required

Dogpark w/ Fai Laci: Turntable

8pm Tickets Required

PJ Morton: Old National Centre

8pm Tickets Required

YUNGBLUD: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

8pm Tickets Required

Wed | Jul 29

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at Irvington: Irvington Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Families with kids of all ages are invited to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun activities that build a love of reading and learning. No registration is required.
Family Storytime at Nora: Nora Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Families with children of all ages are invited to listen to stories, sing songs and participate in movement activities.
Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Avenue 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!
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 at Pike: Pike Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.
Teen Makers: Crochet 101: Michigan Road Branch | 2:00pm - 3:00pm Dive into the basics of crochet and whip up your first project in a fun, hands-on session made just for teens. We’ll bring the supplies—just show up ready to get creative and make something awesome! Registration Required.
Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2:00pm - 5:00pm Looking for something to do this summer? Visit Kid Central and Teen Central for some fun, tech, arts & crafts, LEGOs, and more! Explore your creativity with exciting hands-on crafts for everyone!
I AM WILD Exploration - with the Indiana State Museum: Glendale Branch | 2:00pm - 3:00pm Explore the flora and fauna of different habitats through hands-on learning. Build your own bug motel, create art inspired by wildlife, and more! Based on the Indiana State Museum’s I AM WILD: A Charley Harper traveling exhibit visiting this summer. This program is for kids ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Meet the Author- Mia Araujo: Glendale Branch | 4:00pm - 5:00pm Meet the author/illustrator Mia Araujo to learn about art, storytelling and adventure. There will be a drawing demo, draw along, meet & greet, and books available for signing. Registration Requried.
Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All! - at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Do you like to draw or paint? Maybe tessellations and design are more your speed? We’ll explore it all with Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All - a program dedicated to all the wild and varied modes of art. Come and learn, explore, and create! Ask staff about this week’s topic/project. Register Here.

The Original Farmers’ Market: Monument Circle

10am - 1:30pm FREE

Concerts on the Canal – Touch of Grass Trio: Indiana Historical Society

6pm - 8pm FREE

Bug Hunter w/ The Narcissist Cookbook: Turntable

7pm Tickets Required

Ashnikko: Old National Centre

8pm Tickets Required

Brit Floyd: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

8pm Tickets Required

Nonpoint (21+ Event): Vogue Theatre

8pm Tickets Required

Thurs | Jul 30

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
Build It! - Woodworking with Deeply Ingrained: Central Library | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Let’s get building! Learn basic woodworking skills and how to use tools safely to build your own project. Each participant starts with raw materials and leaves with a sense of accomplishment, pride, and a functional finished piece. This program is for kids ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Summer Movie! - with Kid and Teen Central: Central Library | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Take a break from the hot sun and join us for a cool movie! Movies will be appropriate for all ages.
Teen Switch Gaming Afternoon: Central Library | 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teens, ages 12-17, are welcome to come hang out for an evening of low-pressure gaming. Meet some new friends and join in for a round of Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, or one of our other games on our Switch or Switch 2!

Summer Stock Stage — Beetlejuice, Jr.: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center

7pm Tickets Required

Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

7:30pm Tickets Required

Blacktop Mojo: Turntable

8pm Tickets Required

Matisyahu (21 and Over): Vogue Theatre

8pm Tickets Required

Gen Con Block Party: South Street, Downtown (Indiana Convention Center)

Daily through Sun, Aug 2 FREE– no ticket needed

Gen Con - The Best Four Days in Gaming: Indiana Convention Center

Daily through Sun, Aug 2 Tickets Required

Fri | Jul 31

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at College Avenue - Babies: College Avenue Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Mother Goose is on the loose! 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 | 11:00am - 12:00pm 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.
Summer Movie! - with Kid and Teen Central: Central Library | 1:00pm - 3:00pm Take a break from the hot sun and join us for a cool movie! Movies will be appropriate for all ages.

Turnpike Troubadours: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

7pm Tickets Required

Summer Stock Stage — Beetlejuice, Jr: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center

7pm Tickets Required

Hot In Herre — 2000’s Dance Party (Ages 18+): Old National Centre

9pm Tickets Required

Bop To The Top: Old National Centre

9pm Tickets Required

Gen Con Block Party: South Street, Downtown (Indiana Convention Center)

Daily through Sun, Aug 2 FREE – no ticket needed

Gen Con - The Best Four Days in Gaming: Indiana Convention Center

Daily through Sun, Aug 2 Tickets Required

Sat | Aug 1

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Cardboard Creations: Glendale Branch | 2:00pm - 2:45pm Create, make, and play with cardboard in this program for kids 4-8 led by Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts. Dress to mess! Register Here.

Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Glendale Town Center Parking Lot (6001 N Rural St)

8am - 12pm FREE

Garfield Park Farmers Market: Garfield Park

9am - 12:30pm FREE

Chicken & Beer Fest: University Park, Downtown

12pm - 6pm Various Ticket Options Available

TRAIN: Ruoff Music Center

6:45pm Tickets Required

Darius Rucker: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

7pm Tickets Required

Summer Stock Stage — Beetlejuice, Jr: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center

7pm Tickets Required