The IN List 2026: Jul 13 - Jul 19

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Mon | Jul 13

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2pm - 4pm Drop-in summer fun with tech, crafts, LEGOs and hands-on activities for kids and teens.
Teen Watchlist - with Teen Central: Central Library | 4pm - 6pm Teens are invited to hang out and watch movies and shows together.
Robotics Club - with Kids Explore Robotics: Irvington Branch | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Kids ages 6-12 explore basic engineering and programming through hands-on challenges. Register Here.
Books & Rooks Chess Club - Free Chess Every Monday Night: Central Library | 5:30pm - 8:00pm Casual chess for all ages and skill levels, plus a free blitz tournament from 6-8pm.
Minecraft Club at Central: Central Library | 5:30pm - 7:30pm Kids ages 7+ build and explore together using library laptops and iPads.

Tue | Jul 14

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Stories, fingerplays and crafts for toddlers and preschoolers; no registration needed.
Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2pm - 4pm Drop-in summer fun with tech, crafts, LEGOs and hands-on activities for kids and teens.
Teen Central Manga Book Club: Central Library | 4pm - 5pm Teens ages 13-18 discuss a themed manga selection each session.
Teen Zone at Central Library: Central Library | 5pm - 7pm Drop-in art, tech and games for teens ages 12-18 in the Teen Space.
Dungeons & Dragons at Glendale: Glendale Branch | 6pm - 7:45pm A beginner-friendly D&D session for ages 12+; dice and materials provided.
Paws to Read at Glendale: Glendale Branch | 6pm - 7pm Young readers practice with a registered therapy dog.
Family Game Night at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 6pm - 7:30pm Drop-in board games and Pokemon TCG for the whole family.
Storytime at Irvington - Pajama Storytime: Irvington Branch | 6:30pm - 7pm Bedtime stories and songs for kids of all ages; pajamas welcome.

Wed | Jul 15

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Family Storytime at Nora: Nora Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Stories, songs and movement activities for kids of all ages.
Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Avenue Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Stories, songs and playtime for kids ages 3-5.
Storytime at Garfield Park: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30am - 11am Stories, songs and movement for babies through preschoolers.
Storytime at Pike: Pike Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Stories, songs and fingerplays for babies through preschoolers.
Storytime at Irvington: Irvington Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Stories, songs and activities for kids of all ages; no registration needed.
Field Day at the Library - with Amazing Athletes: Nora Branch | 1pm - 2pm Field-day games building movement and coordination for ages 6-12. Register Here.
Animal Meet and Greets - with Silly Safaris: Michigan Road Branch | 2pm - 3pm Drop-in visits with up to three live animals for all ages.
Summer Open Activities - with Kid Central and Teen Central: Central Library | 2pm - 5pm Drop-in summer fun with tech, crafts, LEGOs and hands-on activities for kids and teens.
Teen Recycled Art: Central Library | 2pm - 4pm Teens ages 12-18 Craft projects made from reused materials. Register Here.
Wednesday Whimsies: Art for All!: College Avenue Branch | 4:30pm - 5:30pm A rotating hands-on art project for school-age kids. Register Here.

The Original Farmers’ Market: Monument Circle

10:00am - 1:30pm FREE

Summer Stock Stage: Newsies: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

7:00pm Tickets Required

The Strokes - Reality Awaits North America: Ruoff Music Center

7:00pm Tickets Required

Indiana Fever vs. Golden State Valkyries: Gainbridge Fieldhouse

8:00pm Tickets Required

The Strike w/ Sum Sun: Turntable

8:00pm Tickets Required

Thu | Jul 16

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Stories, fingerplays and crafts for toddlers and preschoolers.
Animal Meet and Greets - with Silly Safaris: Central Library | 1pm - 2pm Drop-in visits with up to three live animals for all ages.
Summer Movie! - with Kid and Teen Central: Central Library | 1pm - 3pm A cool, all-ages movie break from the summer heat.
Teen Switch Gaming Afternoon: Central Library | 2pm - 4pm Low-pressure Switch gaming for teens ages 12-17.
Birds of Prey - with Take Flight Wildlife Education: Pike Branch | 4pm - 5pm Meet live hawks, owls and falcons up close; all ages welcome.

Summer Stock Stage: Newsies: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

7pm Tickets Required

Paul Oakenfold - 21+: Vogue Theatre

8pm Tickets Required

Fri | Jul 17

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Storytime at College Avenue - Babies: College Avenue Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Stories, songs and playtime for babies up to 24 months.
Zoo Explorers - with the Indianapolis Zoo: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30am - 11:15am Preschoolers learn about rainforest life with the Indianapolis Zoo. Register Here.
Tales ‘n Play Storytime: Central Library | 11am - 12pm Stories, music and open playtime for kids up to age 5.
Summer Movie! - with Kid and Teen Central: Central Library | 1pm - 3pm A cool, all-ages movie break from the summer heat.
Teen Magic: The Gathering 101: Pike Branch | 3pm - 4pm Teens learn Magic: The Gathering basics with an expert from Gamers Loot; all supplies provided. Register Here.

Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium

11am, 1pm & 3pm Tickets Required

Ibe Presents Summer Celebration Festival: Carroll Stadium

6:00pm Tickets Required

Joe Russo’s Almost Dead: Holliday Park

6:00pm Tickets Required

Southern Hospitality Tour: The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers: Ruoff Music Center

6:30pm Tickets Required

Couch: HI-FI Indy and HI-FI Annex

7:00pm Tickets Required

Indiana Fever vs. Seattle Storm: Gainbridge Fieldhouse

7:30pm Tickets Required

Riley! (18+ Event): Turntable

8:00pm Tickets Required

Summer Stock Stage: Newsies: Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

8:00pm Tickets Required

Sat | Jul 18

Indianapolis Public Library Events

Block Party: Central Library | 10am - 11am Drop-in LEGO and block building for kids.
Storytime at Nora - Move and Groove: Nora Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am A high-energy storytime with songs and dance for toddlers and preschoolers.
Stack and Sculpt - with Elijah the Cup Guy: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30am - 12pm School-age kids learn competitive cup stacking. Register Here.
I AM WILD Exploration - with the Indiana State Museum: Nora Branch | 1pm - 2pm Hands-on habitat exploration for ages 6-12 tied to the Charley Harper exhibit. Register Here.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1pm - 4pm Drop-in robots, LEGOs, STEM apps and games for kids and families.
She Leads Legacy Presents - Natural Essence: Central Library | 1pm - 4pm A Center for Black Literature & Culture event celebrating natural hair, history and community. Register Here.
Chess Club at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 2pm - 5pm A decades-running drop-in chess club for all ages and skill levels.
Circulating Sound Concert - Chinese-American Music: Central Library | 2pm - 3:30pm A live concert featuring Chinese and American musicians, open to all ages.