The IN List 2026: Mar 30 - Apr 5
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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 | Mar 30
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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.
Camilla Paints the Town - A Children's Opera: Pike Branch | 3 pm - 4 pm Camilla the Chameleon has only known black and white, but she discovers her color and sees the world with newfound wonder. This story weaves in the music of famous composers while teaching children about believing in themselves. Performed by the Indianapolis Opera. Lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Tue | Mar 31
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. No registration is required.
Playwriting Workshop for Kids with Fonseca Theatre: Glendale Branch | 2 pm - 3 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.
Teen Fic Club: Make it "Write"! - Monthly Writing Club: College Ave Branch | 4:30 pm - 6 pm 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! 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
U.S. Open Cup 2nd Round - Indy Eleven vs Union Omaha: Carroll Stadium
7 pm Tickets Required
Duckwall Artist Series: Sticks and Hammers: Eidson-Duckwall Recital Hall
7:30 pm FREE Event
Vincent Neil Emerson: HI-FI
8 pm Tickets Required
Wed | Apr 1
Indianapolis Public Library Events
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: Irvington Branch | 10:30 am - 11: 15am 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. No registration is required.
Storytime: Glendale Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and 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!
Storytime Toddler & Preschool: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11:30 am Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.
Teen Fantasy Fitness with Stevie Deal: Michigan Road Branch | 2:30 pm - 3:30 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.
Be Like Blippi Add On Photo Experience: Clowes Memorial Hall
6 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel vs Toledo Walleye: Fishers Event Center
7 pm Tickets Required
Boys Go To Jupiter:Turntable
8 pm Tickets Required
Thurs | Apr 2
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30 am - 11:15 am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.
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.
Block Party: Michigan Road | 2 pm - 3 pm Families and children of all ages are invited to play with LEGO blocks and other block sets that, in addition to being fun, will stimulate STEM-related practices, critical thinking skills, and language development.
The Cat In The Hat Live On Stage: Clowes Memorial Hall
6 pm Tickets Required
NIT Semifinal: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
Celtic Woman: A New Era: Old National Centre
7:30 pm Tickets Required
A Touch of Glory: Celebrating Basketball Heritage & Excellence: Athenaeum Indy
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Fri | Apr 3
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Your Nose Knows - Sensory Exploration for Toddlers: Glendale 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: 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.
Bilingual Storytime at Central Library - Spanish / Hora del cuento bilingüe - en español: Central Library | 11 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!
I SEE STARS SPIN THE WHEEL TOUR: Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships: Hinkle Fieldhouse
7 pm Tickets Required
A Touch of Glory: Celebrating Basketball Heritage & Excellence: Athenaeum Indy
7:30 pm Tickets Required
Jon Langston: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
NCAA Men's Final Four Fan Fest: Indiana Convention Center
12 pm - 6 pm Tickets Required
Reese’s® Men's Final Four Friday®: Lucas Oil Stadium
Doors open 9:30 am Schedule
Men's Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate: Multiple Locations
Sat | Apr 4
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
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.
Seed Library Support- Pack Seeds For Our 2026 Seed Library: Pike Branch | 11 am - 1 pm Work with fellow volunteers to pack seeds for our 2026 Seed Library! Measure out bulk seeds into envelopes that community members can take home and grow. Register Here.
Paws to Read: Michigan Road | 2 pm - 3 pm Beginning or reluctant readers ages 6-11 are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories. Its a great way to improve a child's reading skills and self-confidence. Register for a 15 minute session online or by calling the branch at 317-275-4370 ext. 4. Registration Required
Teen Makers: Cricut Crash Course - with Kirsten: College Ave Branch | 4:30 pm - 5:30 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! Registration Required
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Broad Ripple Middle School
9 am - 12 pm
Indy Winter Farmers Market: The AAMP
9 am - 12:30 pm
NCAA Men's Final Four Fan Fest: Indiana Convention Center
10 am - 8 pm Tickets Required
A Touch of Glory: Celebrating Basketball Heritage & Excellence: Athenaeum Indy
1 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets Required
Indy Fuel v Kalamazoo Wings: Fishers Event Center
4 pm Tickets Required
Anime Night (18+): Old National Centre
7 pm Tickets Required
Indy Eleven vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC: Carroll Stadium
7 pm Tickets Required
Brandon Davis: 8 Seconds Saloon
8:45 pm Tickets Required
United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience (21+ Event): Vogue Theatre
9 pm Tickets Required
2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship - Final Four - Semi Finals: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
1 pm Tickets Required
Sun | Apr 5
Indianapolis Public Library Events.
Circulating Sound Concert - featuring Lilia Levina de Hernandez: Central Library | 2 pm - 3 pm Join us for a concert featuring Lilia Levina de Hernandez. This live piano performance will fill the Clowes Auditorium.
NCAA Men's Final Four Fan Fest: Indiana Convention Center
12 pm - 6 pm Tickets Required
2026 NCAA Men's DII/DIII/NIT Basketball Championship Finals: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
1 pm Tickets Required
2026 HBCU All-Star Game Experience: Corteva Coliseum
1 pm Tickets Required
Fishers Freight v Arizona Rattlers: Fishers Event Center
7:30 pm Tickets Required
