IN List 2026: Aug 24 - Aug 30
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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 24
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
4s and 5s Storytime: 1-1:45pm. For ages 4-5 year olds. [waitlist]
Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Comic Club: 4-4:45pm. A monthly book club for 3rd and 4th graders featuring graphic novels, comic books, and other stories, followed by discussion and related activities.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Music & Movement: 10-10:30am. Babies-preschool age. Interactive story time.
Teens Craft: Tab Buddy: 3:15-4pm.
Simple STEAM Stations: 4:30-5pm. For school age children. Explore basic science concepts through hands-on activity stations.
Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Toddler Tales: 10-11am. Preschool ages. Storytime fun with room to wiggle and explore.
Full STEAM Ahead: 4-5pm. For elementary and middle schoolers. A high-voltage electrical safety demonstration led by Hendricks Power Cooperative.
Tuesday | Aug 25
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
1s and 2s Storytime: 10-10:45am. For 1 and 2 year olds. [WAITLIST]
4s and 5s Storytime: 10-10:45am. For 4 and 5 year olds.
2s and 3s Storyime: 1-1:45pm. For 2 and 3 year olds.
Iggy Peck, Architect: a STEM Story Adventure: 6-7pm. For ages 6-11.
Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Chess Club: 6:30-7:30pm. For families.
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.
Mario Kart Tournament: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Young Writers: Creator Workshop: 5-5:30pm. For school age children. A writing program for kids to practice storytelling, develop writing skills, share ideas, and connect with other young writers.
Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Preschool Storytime: 10-11am. Preschool ages. Early literacy through stories and play.
Wreck It Art: 5-6pm. For teens. A hands-on art program where participants repurpose old artwork by painting, cutting, and adding new elements to create something new.
Avon Farmers Market: 4-7pm. Parking lot of Hendricks Regional Health, US Hwy 36 (just east of Dan Jones), Avon. All ages, family friendly. Free to attend.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 6:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Tuesday Dollar Menu. Get tickets.
Pretty Fast Run Club: 7-8pm. Arbuckle Acres Park, Brownsburg. Women’s run club- run, jog or walk. All skill levels welcome. Free.
Trivia Tuesday: 7-9pm. Central Normal Tap, Danville. Trivia starts at 7pm, grab dinner & drinks while you play. Free to play.
Wednesday | Aug 26
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
1s and 2s Storytime: 10-10:45am. [FULL]
Pre-Walker Storytime: 1-1:30pm. For ages 0-1.
4s and 5s Storytime Shapes: 1-1:45pm.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Tiny Tinkerers: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime.
Teen Crochet Club: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Bilingual Storytime ASL: 5-5:30pm. For children. Storytime that will be presented in both English and American Sign Language.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 1:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Plainfield Farmers Market: 4-7pm. Plainfield Friends Church Lawn. Free to attend.
Pittsboro Farmers Market: 5:30-7:30pm. Scamahorn Park, Pittsboro. Opening night! Free to attend.
Fish for Fun: 6-8pm. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. Ages 17 and under. An educational fishing program covering basic fishing skills, native fish species, catch-and-release practices, and habitat protection.
Music Bingo: 7-9pm. Pinheads Alley’s Alehouse, Brownsburg. Free to play.
Thursday | Aug 27
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
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.
Stories & Stations: Ice Cream: 6-6:45pm. For ages 0-5.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
STEAM Station: 10-10:30am. For ages baby-preschool. Interactive storytime that introduces STEAM concepts.
Paper Crafts: Koinobori: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Stories and Snacks: Oceans: 4:30-5pm. For toddlers, preschoolers and children. Listen to fun readaloud stories and make and enjoy a delicious ocean-themed snack.
Brownsburg Farmers Market: 4-7pm. Brownsburg Town Hall Green, Downtown Brownsburg. All ages, family friendly. Weekly outdoor farmers market with 30+ vendors. Free to attend.
Fall Highland Cow Painting Class: 6-9pm. Indiana Farmhouse, Danville. A beginner-friendly painting class featuring a Highland cow surrounded by fall colors. All supplies are provided. $35.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 6:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Friday | Aug 28
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Storytime Steps: 10-10:30am. For babies, toddlers, preschoolers. Stories, music and movement.
Magic the Gathering Tournament: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Jumperoo: 10am-12pm. Urban Air Plainfield. Park will be open for ages 5 and under only. $14.99/child (parent plays free).
Critter Feeding: 12-1pm. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. An interactive kid friendly animal program at Pecar Nature Center featuring animal ambassadors, feeding demonstrations, and information about their care. $5/kid.
North Salem Farmer’s Market: 5-8pm. North Salem State Bank (7 N. Broadway St., North Salem). Free to attend.
Movies in the Park: Wicked: 6:30pm. Arbuckle Acres, Brownsburg. Family friendly outdoor movie series featuring family-friendly films shown under the stars. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks; popcorn is provided. Free.
Backroad Revival at The Kickstand Bar & Grill: 7-9pm. The Kickstand Bar & Grille, Danville. Free live music.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 7:05pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Friday night fireworks. Get tickets.
Indiana Fever vs Conneticut Sun: 7:30pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Get tickets.
Saturday | Aug 29
Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
The Great Library Adventure with Cub Scout Pack 310: 10am-12pm. For elementary and middle schoolers. A hands-on exploration event featuring activity stations, challenges, and interactive discovery activities.
Danville Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Danville square. Free to attend.
Flower Fest: 11am-2:30pm. Oinking Acres Farm Rescue & Sanctuary. A flower festival featuring a flower garden, cut-your-own blooms, vegan food and snacks, merchandise, and adoptable kittens at the Kitty Cottage. $12/person.
Avon Bounce Bash: 1-5pm. Blue Heron Park, Avon. Family friendly event featuring bounce houses, giant slides, trampolines, a zipline, face painting, balloon artists, live music, food trucks and local vendors. Free.
Preseason: Indianapolis Colts vs Detroit Lions: 3pm. Lucas Oil Stadium. Get tickets.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 6:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Free Summer Concert- Sounds of Summer - a Beach Boys Tribute: 7-9:30pm. Hummel Park Performing Arts Center. Family friendly outdoor concert with food vendors, wine and beer. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free.
NEEDTOBREATHE - The Long Surrender Tour: 7pm. Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Sunday | Aug 30
Candle Making at the Farmhouse: 1-4pm. Indiana Farmhouse, Danville. $23.18. Get tickets.
Indianapolis Indians vs Columbus Clippers: 1:35pm. Victory Field, Indianapolis. Kids Eat Free and Character Princess Meet & Greet. Get tickets.
Kesha - The Freedom Tour with Chromeo: 7pm. Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville. Get tickets.
