IN List 2026: Apr 27 - May 3

IN List
Written By Carly Schafer

The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in Brownsburg, Avon, Plainfield, Danville, Pittsboro and Indianapolis.

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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 | Apr 27

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 11am-7pm.

  • Bon Voyage Miss Leslie: 4-7pm. for all ages. Celebrate Miss Leslie’s legacy and wish her smooth sailing.

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • Big and Little Storytime: 10-10:45am. For ages 18 months-6 years. [FULL]

  • Friends’ Book Sale: 10:30am-12pm. All ages. Shop for bargains on books.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Amazing Artists: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills.

  • Dungeon Drop-In: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

  • Junior Science: Bug Builder: 5-5:30pm. For school age children.

Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.

  • Toddler Tales: 10-11am. For preschool ages.

Tuesday | Apr 28

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 11am-7pm.

  • Devil Wears Prada Watch Party: 5-7:30pm. Teens & adults.

  • The Watcher- A STEM Story Adventure: 6-7pm. For ages 5-10.

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • E-Sports League: 5-6:30pm. For grades 5-12.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Tiny Tinkerers: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime.

  • UNO Tournament: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

  • Music Makers: 5-5:30pm. For preschoolers and young children.

Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.

  • Preschool Storytime: 10-11am. For preschool ages.

Trivia Tuesday: 7-9pm. Central Normal Tap, Danville. Trivia starts at 7pm, grab dinner & drinks while you play. Free to play.

Wednesday | Apr 29

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 11am-7pm.

  • The Watcher- A STEM Story Adventure: 4:30-5:30pm. For ages 5-10.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • STEAM Station: 10-10:30am. For ages baby-preschool. Interactive storytime that introduces STEAM concepts.

  • Teen Crochet Club: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

  • Fairy Garden Party and Storytime: 5-5:45pm. For preschoolers and school age children.

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • Wee Wiggles: 11-11:45am. For ages 0-18 months. Music, rhymes, story and play time. [FULL]

500 Festival Kickoff to May: 11am-1pm. Monument Circle, Indianapolis. Family friendly event.

Crafty Creations: 1-3pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. All ages. Free.

Kids and Adults Pottery: 6:30-9:15pm. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. No experience needed. Paid experience. More info.

Music Bingo: 7-9pm. Pinheads Alley’s Alehouse, Brownsburg. Free to play.

Thursday | Apr 30

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 11am-7pm.

  • Crouching Tigers Cubs: 4:30-5pm. Ages 2.5-6. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games. 

  • Crouching Tigers Cubs: 5-5:30pm. Ages 2.5-6. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games. 

  • Crouching Tigers TIGERS: 5:30-6:30pm. Ages 5-8. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Music & Movement: 10-10:30am. Babies-preschool age. Interactive story time.

  • Stories and Snacks: Bunnies: 4:30-5pm. For toddlers, preschoolers and school age children.

Preschool and Homeschool Pottery: 9-11:30am. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. Preschool $28, Homeschool $33. More info.

Nature Hike: 1-3pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Guided nature hike for all ages and skill levels. Free.

Friday | May 1

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 11am-7pm.

  • First Chapter Friday- The Library of Unruly Treasures: 4:30-5:30pm. For ages 5-10.

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • Little Storytime: 10-10:45am. For ages 18 months-3 years. Read books, dance, play time and possible craft. [FULL]

  • Kaleidoscope Storytime: 11-11:45am. For ages 3-6. Program emphasizes neurodiversity.

  • Afternoon Storytime: 2-2:45pm. For ages 3-6. Songs, books, crafts and more with Mr. Blake.

  • Pokemon Club: 4-6pm. For elementary age children.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Gallery: Art on Main: 9am-6pm. For all ages, stop by and view the creative talent of Art on Main students.

  • Storytime Steps: 10-10:30am. Babies, toddler, preschool, children ages. Stories and movement.

  • Teens Craft: Shrink Plastic: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

The Indy 800: Gates open at 9am. Lucas Oil Raceway, Indianapolis. Family friendly event. Monster trucks, racing, and more. More info & tickets.

Jumperoo: 10am-12pm. Urban Air Plainfield. Park will be open for ages 5 and under only. $10.99/child (parent plays free).

Critter Feeding: 12-1pm. Hands-on experience learning about animals. $5.

First Friday Night Cruise-Ins: 5-9pm. Downtown Danville square. Look at classic cars. Free to attend.

Hendricks Civic Theatre Presents: The Phantom Tollbooth: 7:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Saturday | May 2

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Primary Early Voting: 8am-3pm.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • PAWS To Read: 11am-12pm. For school age children. Practice reading with a licensed therapy dog.

500 Festival Mini-Marathon: starts as early as 6:45am with different starting waves. More info.

The Indy 800: Gates open at 9am. Lucas Oil Raceway, Indianapolis. Family friendly event. Monster trucks, racing, and more. More info & tickets.

Danville Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Downtown Danville square. Free to attend.

Alpaca Yoga: 9-10am. Montrose Farms Alpaca Ranch, Brownsburg. Bring mat and sunscreen. $30.

Kid’s Fishing Derby: 9:30am-12:30pm. W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park, Danville. For ages 5—12.

Disney Day: 10am-3pm. Sweet Paige’s Brownsburg. Full menu of Disney designs and flavors.

Pig Yoga: 10-11am. Oinking Acres Farm Rescue & Sanctuary. Beginner’s session, yoga in a field amongst pigs. Bring your own mat. $25/person. Get tickets.

Indiana Vintage Market Danville: 12-5pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Shop over 25 vendors selling vintage clothing and items. $5 general admission, kids 12 and under free.

Dancing with the Hendricks County Stars: 6:30pm. Hendricks County Fairgrounds, Danville. $80/ticket.

Big Guns / The Kickstand Stage: 7-9pm. The Kickstand Bar & Grill, Danville. Free to attend.

Hendricks Civic Theatre Presents: The Phantom Tollbooth: 7:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Sunday | May 3

Perry Crossing 500 Tricycle Races: 12-2pm. Town Square Oval at shops at Perry Crossing, Plainfield. Family friendly event. Free.

Hendricks Civic Theatre Presents: The Phantom Tollbooth: 2:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Carly Schafer
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