The IN List 2026: May 25 - May 31

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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 | May 25

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

6:35 pm Tickets Required

Tue | May 26

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 | 10:30am - 11:15am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.

  • Teen Fic Club: Make it "Write"! - Monthly Writing Club: College Ave 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! Register Here

  • Teen Zone: 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!

  • Family Game Night: Central Library | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm A fun night of board games at the Nora Library. Patrons of all ages are invited to drop in any time for a fun night playing board games. Games will be provided

  • Pokemon Card Trading: Glendale Branch | 6:00pm - 7:30pm Bring your cards and get ready to trade! For children 11 and under only.


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: Celebration Plaza

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Free but waiver is required


Wed | May 27

Indianapolis Public Library Events

  • Storytime: Pike Branch | 10:30 am - 11 am  Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays and play time

  • Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Ave 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 Glendale - Toddlers and Preschool: Glendale Branch |  10:30am - 11:30am Children ages 2-4 and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts, and activities.

  • 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

  • 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.

The Original Farmer’s Market: Monument Circle

10 am - 1:30 pm FREE

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

6:35 pm Tickets Required

Dance Night: 8 Seconds Saloon 

6 pm 21+ $3 admission Free lessons 9 pm 

Stevie Nicks / Fleetwood Mac Tribute featuring Mark Pay presented by WOW: The Jazz Kitchen 

7 pm (doors open at 5 pm ) Tickets Required


Thurs | May 28 

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 | 10:30am - 11:15am Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited for stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities. No registration is required.

  • Brain Bubbles Playgroup: Glendale Branch | 10:30am - 11:30am Talking with your baby is like blowing bubbles… the more bubbles you blow, the more your baby’s brain will grow! Join us for this one hour playgroup for ages 0-3. Registration Required

  • Paws and Play - with IndyHumane: Pike Branch | 2:00pm - 3:00pm Playing is important for kids and it’s just as important for our pets! Learn how to create a playful, enriching environment at home for your pets. Create an enrichment activity for your pet or donate it to an animal waiting for a home at IndyHumane. This program is for kids ages 6-12.

Westside Run Club Indy: Leonard Park Speedway

6 pm  FREE

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

6:35 pm Tickets Required

Leah Blevins: The Hi-Fi 

8 pm Tickets Required


Fri | May 29

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.

  • 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.

  • Cardboard Creations: Central Library | 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!

Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Lucas Oil Stadium

11 am | 1 pm | 3 pm Tickets Required

Journey vs. Foreigner: A Tribute: HI-FI Indy and HI-FI Annex

7 pm Tickets Required

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

7:05 pm Tickets Required

Appalac­hian Spring: Hilbert Circle Theatre

7:30 pm Tickets Required

Emo Nite (18+): Old National Centre

9 pm Tickets Required

REGGAETON PARTY: A NIGHT OF BAD BUNNY - 21+: Vogue Theatre

10 pm Tickets Required


Sat | May 30 

Indianapolis Public Library Events

  • Summer Reading Kickoff Party: Pike Branch | 10:00am - 4:00pm  Come join the fun at Pike to kickoff the start of Summer Reading at the Library! We will have prize giveaways, games, arts and crafts, and a storytime in the morning!

  • Block Party: Central Library| 10:00am - 11:00am 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.

  • Summer Reading Kickoff Storytime: Pike | 10:30am - 11:30am At Pike there will be a special summer themed storytime for all ages! There will be books, songs, dancing, and playing!

  • Cardboard Creations: Nora Branch | 12:00pm - 12:45pm Create, make, and play with cardboard in this program for kids 4-8 led by Jeremy South of Ripple Mobile Arts. Dress to mess! Registration Required

  • 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.

  • Summer Reading Kickoff : Michigan Road Branch | 2:00pm - 4:00pm Join us for games, crafts, and fun to kick off the 2026 Summer Reading Program!

  • Summer Reading Kickoff at Irvington - El Marimbaso - Family Concert Series: Irvington Branch | 2:00pm - 3:00pm Join us for this free family concert to celebrate our Summer Reading kickoff! El Marimbaso will take you on a musical tour of Latin America, sharing their knowledge of instruments and Latin cultures along the way.

  • Fire Truck Fun - Pike Township Fire Station: Pike Branch | 2:00pm - 3:00pm The local fire department for Pike township will be in the parking lot for kids and adults to have fun and meet local firefighters!

Broad Ripple Farmers Market:  Glendale Town Center Parking Lot

8 am - 12 pm 

Garfield Park Farmers Market: Garfield Park 

9 am - 12:30 pm

Teddy Bear Concert­ Series: Indianapolis Public Library - East 38th Street Branch

11 am No registration required The Teddy Bear Concert Series is designed specifically for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the instruments of the orchestra through storytelling, movement, and live music.

Appalac­hian Spring: Hilbert Circle Theatre

5:30 pm Tickets Required

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

6:35 pm Tickets Required

Megan Moroney: The Cloud 9 Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse

7 pm Tickets Required

Indy Eleven vs. Rhode Island FC: Carroll Stadium

7 pm Tickets Required


Sun | May 31 

Indianapolis Public Library Events

  • 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.

Indianapolis Indians vs. Iowa Cubs: Victory Field

1:35 pm Tickets Required

Djg Celebration Of Choirs: Clowes Memorial Hall

6:30 pm Tickets Required

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