The IN List 2026: Aug 17 - 23
The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in and around Downtown Indy. If you want to be the first to hear about what's happening in the North Indy area every week, be sure to
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 | Aug 17
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Books & Rooks Chess Club: Central Library | 5:30-8:00 PM. All ages are welcome to drop in and play chess with other members of the community; a free unrated blitz tournament runs from 6:00-8:00 PM.
Minecraft Club at Central: Central Library | 5:30-7:30 PM. Kids ages 7 and up drop in to mine, build, and interact with fellow Minecrafters using the Library's laptops or iPads.
IndyFringe Festival (Final Week): Mass Ave Cultural Arts District, Downtown (runs through Aug. 23)
All Day Tickets Required
Tue | Aug 18
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30-11:15 AM. Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers enjoy stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 4:30-6:00 PM. Teens who play D&D or want to learn are invited to join this TTRPG adventure held every third Tuesday. Registration Required.
Teen Zone at Central Library: Central Library | 5:00-7:00 PM. Teens ages 12-18 explore art, technology, and games in the Teen Space on the 2nd floor.
Floss 'n' Goss Fiber Arts Club: Central Library | 6:00-8:00 PM. A monthly fiber arts club where all ages and skill levels work on their current thready projects together.
Saving Seeds and Seed Swap: Pike Branch | 6:00-7:00 PM. Learn how to save and store seeds, donate extras to the Library's Seed Library, and swap seeds with other gardeners.
Indiana State Fair: Indiana State Fairgrounds
8am - 11pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
6:35 PM Tickets Required
Wed | Aug 19
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Avenue Branch | 10:30-11:30 AM. Children aged 3-5 and their families enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by playtime.
Storytime at Pike: Pike Branch | 10:30-11:15 AM. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 3:00-5:00 PM. Drop in for hands-on STEM activities and experiments.
LEGO Club at Glendale: Glendale Branch | 4:00-5:30 PM. School-age children build with LEGOs, try challenges, and take on STEM projects.
Indiana State Fair: Indiana State Fairgrounds
8am - 10pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
The Original Farmers' Market: Monument Circle, Downtown
10:00 AM-1:30 PM FREE
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
6:35 PM Tickets Required
Happy Together Tour: Indiana State Fairgrounds
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Thurs | Aug 20
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime at Michigan Road: Michigan Road Branch | 10:30-11:15 AM. Preschoolers, toddlers, and their caregivers enjoy stories, fingerplays, crafts and activities.
Teen Switch Gaming Afternoon: Central Library | 3:00-5:00 PM. Teens ages 12-17 hang out for low-pressure gaming on the Library's Switch and Switch 2 consoles.
Indiana State Fair: Indiana State Fairgrounds
8am - 10pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
2026 LIV Golf Indianapolis Begins: The Club at Chatham Hills, Westfield (runs through Aug. 23)
All Day Tickets Required (from $27)
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
6:35 PM Tickets Required
Select Few Sessions: Orange Bridge (Indianapolis Cultural Trail), Downtown
7:00-9:00 PM FREE
Bonnie Raitt: Live 2026 with Special Guest Jon Cleary: Old National Centre, Downtown
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Garrison Keillor Tonight: Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Gene Simmons: Indiana State Fairgrounds
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Jon B. (21 and Over): Vogue Theatre - IN, Broad Ripple
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Fri | Aug 21
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime at College Avenue - Babies: College Avenue Branch | 10:30-11:30 AM. Babies up to 24 months and an adult enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun.
Storytime with Buddy the Dinosaur: Central Library | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. Join WFYI for a special storytime and hands-on activities, plus a visit from Buddy the Dinosaur.
Indiana State Fair: Indiana State Fairgrounds
8am - 11pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
Sammy Kershaw w/ Craig Morgan: Indiana State Fairgrounds
6:00 PM Tickets Required
Red Wanting Blue: HI-FI Indy and HI-FI Annex, Fountain Square
7:00 PM Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
7:05 PM Tickets Required
Bingo Loco - Ages 21+: Old National Centre, Downtown
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Sat | Aug 22
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Block Party: Central Library | 10:00-11:00 AM. Kids build and create with LEGOs, blocks, and other kid-friendly materials on the 3rd floor.
Get Crafty! at Garfield Park: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30-11:30 AM. Families with children make an arts and crafts project; each program features a different project.
Hot Jazz for Cool Kids - The Gene Markiewicz Band!: Central Library | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. A free family concert featuring some of Indy's leading jazz musicians and educators.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1:00-4:00 PM. Drop in for hands-on STEM activities and experiments.
Chess Club at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 2:00-5:00 PM. All ages and skill levels are welcome to drop in and play chess with other members of the community.
Indiana State Fair: Indiana State Fairgrounds
8am - 11pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
Broad Ripple Farmers Market: Glendale Town Center Parking Lot, Broad Ripple
8:00 AM-12:00 PM FREE
Garfield Park Farmers Market: Garfield Park
9:00 AM-12:30 PM FREE
Blooms & Bikes: Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Downtown
10:00 AM-12:30 PM FREE
No Spandex Required Ride: Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Downtown
1:00-4:00 PM FREE
Preseason Game: Indianapolis Colts vs. Atlanta Falcons: Lucas Oil Stadium, Downtown
1:00 PM Tickets Required
Feast of Lanterns: Spades Park, 1800 Nowland Ave
4:00-11:00 PM FREE
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
6:35 PM Tickets Required
Indy Eleven vs. Louisville City FC: Carroll Stadium, Downtown
7:00 PM Tickets Required
Don McLean: Indiana State Fairgrounds
7:30 PM Tickets Required
LINDSEY STIRLING - DUALITY UNTAMED TOUR: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, Downtown
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Shinyribs w/ Scott Strickland: Turntable
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Sun | Aug 23
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1:00-4:00 PM. Drop in for hands-on STEM activities and experiments.
Indiana State Fair (Final Day): Indiana State Fairgrounds
11am - 10pm (last entry at 8pm) Tickets Required
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Victory Field, Downtown
1:35 PM Tickets Required
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown
2:00 PM Tickets Required
Tasha Cobbs Leonard: Indiana State Fairgrounds
7:30 PM Tickets Required
Mark Your Calendar
Preseason Week 3: Indianapolis Colts vs. Detroit Lions: Lucas Oil Stadium, Downtown
Saturday, August 29 | 1:00 PM Tickets Required. The Colts close out the preseason at home against the Detroit Lions.