Local calendar
60 upcoming events near Indianapolis. Each card links back to the source, so you can check the details before you go.
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Theater & film
Indianapolis, IN
Gen Con fills the convention center and Lucas Oil Stadium with tabletop gamers for four days at the end of July. Even if you do not play, downtown turns into a parade of costumes worth watching.
Tastings
Indianapolis, IN
Held at University Park downtown, this tasting festival gathers more than 30 local restaurants for a day of fried chicken and local beer. It is an easy way to sample a lot of kitchens at once.
Food festivals
Daily
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis
You can take in fair food, barnyard animals, rides, and the Beer, Wine and Spirits expo over nearly three weeks.
Theater & film
Dinner theatre, evenings and matinees
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis
You can hear the songs of Johnny Cash over dinner at this returning musical revue.
Community & civic
Indianapolis, IN
Often called Indiana's nicest day, the Penrod Arts Fair fills the Newfields campus with hundreds of artists, five stages of music, and local food on one Saturday in September. It is the largest single-day art fair in the country.
Outdoors & nature
Noon to 5 p.m.
Indianapolis, IN
The Indianapolis Art Center hosts this free fall festival at its ARTSPARK along the Monon Trail, with art activities, vendors, and food. It is a relaxed afternoon when the leaves are turning.
Community & civic
Indianapolis, IN
The day after Thanksgiving, Monument Circle becomes a giant tree of lights with a downtown ceremony and live show. It kicks off the holiday season in the heart of the city.
Community & civic
Indianapolis, IN
Just north in Carmel, this authentic German Christmas market runs from late November through Christmas Eve, with wooden huts, gluhwein, and an ice rink. It is closed Thanksgiving and runs most days through December 24.
Lifelong learning
6 to 8 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can workshop your writing with others at this free monthly writing circle.
Classes & arts
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can learn watercolor basics in a free hands-on session at the library.
Classes & arts
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monument Circle, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Monument Circle, Indianapolis
You can make a free cyanotype print and enjoy public art programming downtown.
Classes & arts
6 to 9 p.m.
Harrison Center, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Harrison Center, Indianapolis
You can take in a free First Friday reception of 90-plus photographs and a multimedia sculpture.
Lifelong learning
1 to 2 p.m.
Garfield Park Conservatory · Indianapolis, IN
Garfield Park Conservatory
You can hear a naturalist explain how carnivorous plants work, free with show admission.
Lifelong learning
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can join a friendly monthly afternoon book club where new members are always welcome.
Lifelong learning
6 to 7 p.m.
Irvington Branch, Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Irvington Branch, Indianapolis Public Library
You can bring out a vintage typewriter and clack away with fellow analog-writing fans, free with registration.
Dance & fitness
6 to 7 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can try a beginner-friendly belly dancing session at the library, free with registration.
Music & concerts
6:30 p.m.
Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis
You can enjoy free Tuesday-evening concerts in a natural setting at Eagle Creek Park.
Dance & fitness
2 to 3 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can practice gentle, balance-building Tai Chi in this free library class.
Music & concerts
7 to 9 p.m.
Carmel Gazebo, Carmel · Indianapolis, IN
Carmel Gazebo, Carmel
You can hear a free outdoor band every Wednesday night all summer at the Carmel Gazebo.
Music & concerts
7 to 9 p.m.
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can enjoy a free outdoor concert from the Indianapolis Men's Chorus on the lawn.
Music & concerts
5 to 11 p.m.
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis
You can sing along to folk-rock icons the Indigo Girls in the open-air ruins.
Music & concerts
5 to 11 p.m.
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis
You can hear New Orleans brass-funk powerhouse Trombone Shorty with Tank and The Bangas in the open-air ruins.
Community & civic
6 p.m., fireworks after dark
American Legion Mall, Downtown Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
American Legion Mall, Downtown Indianapolis
You can enjoy a free street festival with food trucks and a 20-minute fireworks show downtown.
Community & civic
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis
You can enjoy a free admission day with Juneteenth programming at the state museum.
Music & concerts
7:30 p.m.
Ellenberger Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Ellenberger Park, Indianapolis
You can hear the full Indianapolis Symphony perform a free neighborhood concert in the park.
Music & concerts
11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Hilbert Circle Theatre · Indianapolis, IN
Hilbert Circle Theatre
You can enjoy a pops program of Oscar-winning movie music conducted by Jack Everly downtown.
Music & concerts
5 to 11 p.m.
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis
You can catch indie-folk favorites Big Thief on their Somersault Slide tour in the ruins.
Outdoors & nature
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cottage Home, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Cottage Home, Indianapolis
You can tour historic homes and gardens in a charming east-side neighborhood for twenty-two dollars.
Food festivals
4:30 to 8 p.m.
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Indianapolis
You can taste dishes from Black-owned restaurants, hear music, and watch historical reenactments at this free festival.
Music & concerts
6:30 p.m.
Eagle Creek Park beach, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Eagle Creek Park beach, Indianapolis
You can hear live jazz by the water on Wednesday evenings, free as part of the Indy Parks concert series.
Theater & film
After sunset
Newfields / The Garden, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Newfields / The Garden, Indianapolis
You can watch a classic film outdoors with DJs, trivia, and drinks before each show all summer.
Theater & film
1:45 to 3 p.m.
Clowes Auditorium, Central Library · Indianapolis, IN
Clowes Auditorium, Central Library
You can drop in for a free monthly screening of contemporary and classic cinema for adults 17 and up.
Theater & film
1 to 3 p.m.
Central Library, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Central Library, Indianapolis
You can catch a free film in the library's cool, comfy screening room, no registration needed.
Classes & arts
All day
Newfields, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Newfields, Indianapolis
You can explore the art museum and grounds free on the first Thursday of the month.
Dance & fitness
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can learn easy contra dancing to live music with a beginner intro, sliding scale five to twenty dollars.
Senior programs
7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Indianapolis area · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis area
You can play a round of golf supporting social services for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
Outdoors & nature
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Monument Circle, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Monument Circle, Indianapolis
You can take a guided historic walking tour of Monument Circle with Indiana Landmarks for ten dollars.
Senior programs
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can learn or play mahjong in a free, social library session.
Markets
8 a.m. to noon
Broad Ripple, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Broad Ripple, Indianapolis
You can stroll Indiana's largest farmers market with 80-plus vendors, live music, and breakfast every Saturday morning.
Food festivals
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can enjoy free live performances and vendors plus a foraging and medicinal-mushroom speaker series.
Music & concerts
Evening
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, Fishers · Indianapolis, IN
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, Fishers
You can catch a free Tuesday-night concert all summer at the Fishers amphitheater.
Lifelong learning
7 to 8 p.m.
Online via Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Online via Indianapolis Public Library
You can join a free online conversation with a bestselling author from home.
Food festivals
1 to 7 p.m.
Harrison Center, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Harrison Center, Indianapolis
You can enjoy a free neighborhood festival of art, music, and food at the Harrison Center.
Community & civic
7 p.m. until after dark
White River State Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
White River State Park, Indianapolis
You can watch 200 drones light up the sky with patriotic imagery at this free celebration with food trucks.
Classes & arts
2:30 to 4 p.m.
West Indianapolis Branch Library · Indianapolis, IN
West Indianapolis Branch Library
You can bring your current project or start something new at this weekly drop-in arts and crafts club.
Community & civic
Evening
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can float a glowing lantern on the water amid food trucks and music at this evening celebration.
Markets
Saturday mornings
Indianapolis, IN
This Saturday-morning market runs year round, with fresh local produce, meats, eggs, and baked goods. The summer season moves outdoors from May into October.
Music & concerts
5 to 11 p.m.
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis
You can hear the acclaimed Grateful Dead tribute band jam at the open-air ruins.
Tastings
Afternoon
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can sample hundreds of beers from 100-plus Hoosier breweries at this annual summer beer festival.
Food festivals
Afternoon
Downtown Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Downtown Indianapolis
You can pair fried chicken with cold beer at this downtown food festival's sixth year.
Community & civic
1 to 7 p.m.
Madam Walker Legacy Center, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Madam Walker Legacy Center, Indianapolis
You can celebrate at a free block party honoring Madam C.J. Walker's legacy with music and vendors.
Outdoors & nature
Morning
Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis
You can join a free guided group hike at Eagle Creek every Thursday, no membership needed, just show up.
Senior programs
Daytime
Newfields, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Newfields, Indianapolis
You can join a wellness and art program designed specifically for older adults at the museum.
Classes & arts
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Indianapolis Public Library · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Library
You can yarncraft with a side of community service at this weekly evening knit and crochet circle.
Tastings
Afternoon
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can sample Indiana wines from across the state at this returning wine festival.
Music & concerts
5 to 11 p.m.
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
The Ruins at Holliday Park, Indianapolis
You can catch progressive bluegrass band Greensky on the lawn under the ruins at this all-ages show.
Tastings
Noon to 6 p.m.
Mallow Run Winery, Bargersville · Indianapolis, IN
Mallow Run Winery, Bargersville
You can sip the annual strawberry wine release on the lawn with live 80s music and food trucks, free admission.
Markets
12 p.m.
Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis
You can browse a one-day market of art, oddities, and handmade goods.
Markets
1125 E. Brookside Ave Indianapolis, IN 46202 Parking is located right next to the Market in the giant parking lot at the Circle City Industrial Complex where the market is being held! Come on out and · Indianapolis, IN
1125 E. Brookside Ave Indianapolis, IN 46202 Parking is located right next to the Market in the giant parking lot at the Circle City Industrial Complex where the market is being held! Come on out and
Music & concerts
7 PM
Old National Centre · Monrovia, IN
Old National Centre
Egyptian Room at Old National Centre General admission tickets are standing only. Riser seating includes wait staff. ADA Seating available upon request. All Ages Doors: 6:00 pm Show: 7:00 pm
