Events
Looking to get out of the house? Here’s what’s happening around Indianapolis.
Featured Event
ArcFest
A free, one-day event featuring powerful conversations led by some of our community’s most prolific voices, live performances on the PLAY LIST stage and more.
🗓️ Oct. 3, 2026
📍 Indiana University Indianapolis, Hine Hall, 875 W. North St.
🎟️ Free
Mirror Indy Event
Chat N Chew
☀️ Noon-1:30 p.m. Sept. 2, 2026
📍 The AMP at 16 Tech, 1220 Waterway Blvd.
Chat with Mirror Indy arts and culture reporter Mesgana Waiss.
Neighborhoods, Arts & Culture
40 things to do in August in Indy
Check out a Phoebe Bridgers album release party, historic Black burlesque exhibit, Iranian music event and free outdoor festivals.
36 things to do in September in Indianapolis
Inside you’ll find a plus-size clothing market, meal prep workshop, BUTTER Fine Art Fair, Indy Jazz Fest and Alicia Keys’ exhibit at Newfields.
6 IndyFringe Festival plays we’re looking forward to
From sexy fast food icons to a queer spin on “Sleeping Beauty,” you can watch 63 acts during the IndyFringe Festival Aug. 13-23.
Submit art for new Filipino history month art show
The exhibit will run Oct. 2-29 at Harrison Center. Artwork should explore themes like identity, resilience and immigration in Indiana.
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Resources & Volunteering
Free vaccines at westside school’s Cultural Carnival family night
This Wayne Township family night will feature free resources, games and live music.
The Vogue to host benefit concert for residents impacted by flooding
The rock concert at The Vogue is Aug. 28.
How to clean up safely after Indiana’s historic floods
What you need to know about mosquitos, food and generators.
Get ready for a new school year with We Care Community Festival
The free event will offer giveaways and focus on support for Black student success.
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Community Calendar
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