The IN List 2026: Aug 31 - Sept 6
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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.
Monday | Aug 31
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.
Devour Summerfest Week (Final Week)
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
Bike & Bootcamp: Orange Bridge, Downtown
6:00-7:00 PM FREE
Butler Men’s Soccer vs. Memphis: Bud and Jackie Sellick Bowl, Butler University
6:00 PM Tickets Required
Tuesday | Sep 1
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.
Play & Learn with Gymboree: Glendale Branch | 10:30-11:00 AM.
Babies and toddlers explore sensory play, songs, and early social play with a Gymboree expert; siblings are welcome to join in. Join the Wait List.
Teen Central Manga Book Club: Central Library | 4:00-5:00 PM.
Teens ages 13-18 meet to read and discuss manga and meet fellow fans.
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.
Devour Summerfest Week: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
Landscape & Lagers: Indianapolis Cultural Trail
5:00-7:00 PM FREE
Yoga on the Canal: Admiral Spruance Basin
6:00-7:00 PM FREE
Masego: Old National Centre
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Wednesday | Sep 2
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Storytime at Garfield Park: Garfield Park Branch | 10:30-11:00 AM.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities.
Storytime at Pike: Pike Branch | 10:30-11:15 AM.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and an adult enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays and play time.
Storytime at College Avenue - Toddler & Preschool: College Avenue Branch | 10:30-11:30 AM.
Children ages 3-5 and their families enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes, followed by playtime.
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 3:00-5:00 PM.
Drop in for hands-on STEM activities and experiments.
Wednesday Whimsies at College Avenue: College Avenue Branch | 4:30-5:30 PM.
Kids explore the wide world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with a different topic/project each session.
Devour Summerfest Week: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
NHRA U.S. Nationals: Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Sept 2 - Sept 7 Tickets Required
The Original Farmers’ Market: Monument Circle
10:00 AM-1:30 PM FREE
HIIT IT on the Canal: Orange Bridge
6:00-7:00 PM FREE
Myles Smith: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
6:30 PM Tickets Required
Yoga in the Park: Highland Park
7:00 PM FREE
Nolan Taylor: HI-FI, Fountain Square
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Thursday | Sep 3
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.
Devour Summerfest Week: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
Sunrise Yoga: Admiral Spruance Basin
6:30-7:30 AM FREE
Pilates on the Plaza: Vermont St. Plaza
6:00-7:00 PM FREE
O.A.R., Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall: Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
6:30 PM Tickets Required
Fortunate Youth: HI-FI Annex, Fountain Square
6:30 PM Tickets Required
Butler Women’s Volleyball vs. Youngstown State (Indy Invite): Hinkle Fieldhouse, Butler University
7:00 PM Tickets Required
Jerrod Carmichael: Helium Comedy Club
7:30 PM Tickets Required
LoveSong - A Tribute to The Cure: HI-FI, Fountain Square
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Costa (DJ Set): Turntable, Fountain Square
9:00 PM Tickets Required
Friday | Sep 4
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.
Tales ’n Play Storytime: Central Library | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers enjoy stories, music, and fun, followed by open playtime.
Devour Summerfest Week: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
First Friday: IMS Pop-Up Exhibition, Conrad Hotel
5:00 PM FREE
Butler Women’s Volleyball vs. Akron (Indy Invite): Hinkle Fieldhouse, Butler University
6:00 PM Tickets Required
Little Stranger: HI-FI Annex, Fountain Square
6:30 PM Tickets Required
Ramon Ayala Y Sus Bravos Del Norte: Old National Centre
8:00 PM Tickets Required
Saturday | Sep 5
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.
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 fellow community members.
Devour Summerfest Week: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
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
10:00 AM-12:30 PM FREE
We Walk Indy: Downtown Canal
10:45 AM-12:00 PM FREE
No Spandex Required Ride: Indianapolis Cultural Trail
1:00-4:00 PM FREE
UIndy Football vs. Findlay (Jr. Hounds Day)
Key Stadium, UIndy
2:00 PM Tickets Required
Butler Women’s Volleyball vs. Ohio (Indy Invite): Hinkle Fieldhouse, Butler University
5:00 PM Tickets Required
Red NOT Chili Peppers: HI-FI, Fountain Square
7:00 PM Tickets Required
House Party: Turntable, Fountain Square
Doors 9:00 PM; Show 9:30 PM Tickets Required (18+)
Sunday | Sep 6
Indianapolis Public Library Events
Explore STEM + More: Central Library | 1:00-4:00 PM.
Drop in for hands-on STEM activities and experiments.
Devour Summerfest Final Day: Various participating restaurants
Devour Indy is Indianapolis’ citywide dining experience, held twice a year and featuring 200+ participating restaurants from across the city. This is the final week to enjoy the specially priced, multi-course menus before the promotion wraps up.
2026 Indy Tequila Festival: Military Park
2:00-8:00 PM Tickets Required (21+)
Let’s Fest – Victor Jones: HI-FI, Fountain Square
9:00 PM Tickets Required
Mark Your Calendar
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: Back to the Paramount
Hilbert Circle Theatre, Downtown
Saturday, September 12 Tickets Required ($30 adults, free for kids). Enjoy an evening of Pizza & Pipes-style orchestral favorites at the historic Hilbert Circle Theatre.