The IN List 2026: 8/17-8/23
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The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in Carmel, Westfield, Zionsville, Noblesville, Lebanon and Indianapolis.
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Monday, August 17
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Demystifying the Audio Rooms: 1:30pm-2:30pm. Teens and Adults. Interested in recording a podcast or making music in the library's Audio Rooms? Learn everything you need to get started. Registration required.
Books After Lunch – Book Discussion Group for Adults: 1:30pm-2:30pm. Ages 18+. “The Color of Law” by Richard Rothstein.
Big Kid Rave: 3:00pm-3:45pm. Ages 7-11 on their own. Come hit the dance floor for a rave dance party just for the big kids! No tickets required; no younger or older siblings may attend.
Noblesville Library Events: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN.
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
Let’s Explore Opposites: 10:30am-11:00am. Ages 1-3. Introduce a new concept, read a book, and explore interactive stations. Registration required.
Westfield Library Events: 17400 Westfield Blvd, Westfield, IN.
Storytime: 10:30am-11:00am. Ages 3-5.
Teen & Adult Puzzle Competition - 300-500 pcs: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Ages 14+. Registration requested.
Lebanon Library Events: 104 E. Washington St, Lebanon, IN.
Baby & Me: 10:30am. Babies and parents. “Ready to Walk” by Lee Wildish. Keep the book and build your baby's home library.
Sit & Stitch: 1:00pm-3:00pm. Ages 18+. Bring a project from home and stitch with others. All skill levels welcome.
Preschool Splash Bash: 11:00am-2:00pm. Ages 0-7. Swim in the kiddie pool, activity pool, and lazy river. Pack a lunch and snacks. The Waterpark, Monon Community Center, Carmel, IN. Registration required.
Live Music by Mark Imboden: 8:00pm-10:00pm. Live music at Grille 39. Renaissance Hotel, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Tuesday, August 18
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Family Films: 10:00am-10:30am & 11:00am-11:30am. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Short, action-packed films based on popular children's stories. No tickets required. Two sessions available.
Pride of Place – Weaving Love of Setting into Poetry, Lyrics, and Writing: 6:00pm-7:00pm. All ages. Join local poet and artist Rosaleen Crowley. Registration required.
Noblesville Library Events: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN.
Tot Tunes: 9:30am-10:00am. Toddlers and Preschoolers. Music and movement to start the morning.
Parenting in the Online World: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Adults. Presented by the Hamilton County Health Department. Registration required.
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
Intermediate Readers Book Club: 4:30pm-5:30pm. Grades 2-4. “The Gate, The Girl, and the Dragon.” Registration required.
Whitestown Library Events: 6310 Albert S. White Dr. Whitestown, IN.
Baby Bouncers: 11:30am-12:00pm. Ages 0-11 months. Registration required.
Teen Lit Cafe - A Silent Reading Book Club: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Ages 13-18. Read for 30 minutes and then enjoy snacks and chat about what you’re reading. Registration required.
Westfield Library Events: 17400 Westfield Blvd, Westfield, IN.
Tuesday Story Time: 10:30am-11:00am. Ages 3-5.
Mosaic Coasters: 3:00pm-5:00pm. Ages 18+. Use mosaic glass squares to create your own colorful set of 2 coasters.
On the Same Page Tween Book Club: 4:30pm-5:30pm. Ages 9-12. “Upside-Down Magic” by Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle and Emily Jenkins.
Mosaic Coasters: 6:00pm-8:00pm. Ages 18+. Use mosaic glass squares to create your own colorful set of 2 coasters.
Lebanon Library Events: 104 E. Washington St, Lebanon, IN.
Storytime: 10:30am-11:30am. All ages. Down Under theme.
A.S.K. - After School Kids: 4:30pm-5:30pm. Ages 5-12. Rocket Building theme.
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-11:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Carmel Food Truck Nights – Taco Tuesdays: 5:00pm-9:00pm. Rotating taco trucks and food vendors. Picnic blankets and chairs encouraged. Ginther Green, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Lebanon City Market: 5:00pm-7:00pm. Local produce, vendors, and community gathering. Meridian Street, Lebanon, IN. Free to attend.
Movies at Midtown - Smurfs: 6:00pm. Free outdoor movie. Midtown Plaza, Carmel, IN. Free event.
Crate Escapes Trivia Night: 7:00pm. Free for humans. Dogs must be registered. Crate Escapes, Westfield, IN.
Hambone's Trivia Night: 7:00pm-9:00pm. All ages. Sun King, Carmel, IN. Free to play.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 6:35pm. Dollar Menu Tuesday. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Live Music by Marc Imboden: 8:00pm-10:00pm. Live music at Grille 39. Renaissance Hotel, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Wednesday, August 19
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Bedtime Stories: 7:00pm-7:30pm. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Stories, rhymes, and songs. Feel free to wear jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal! No tickets required.
Noblesville Library Events: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN.
Tot Tunes: 9:30am-10:00am. Toddlers and Preschoolers. Music and movement to start the morning.
Babytime: 10:30am-11:00am. Ages 0-24 months. Rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and their caregivers.
Cool Crafting Club: 2:00pm-3:00pm. Grades 1-6. Registration required.
Cool Crafting Club: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Grades 1-6. Registration required.
Mystery Loves Company - A Mystery & Suspense Book Club: 6:30pm-7:45pm. Adults 18+. “The New Couple in 5B” by Lusa Unger. Registration required. In-person and virtual options.
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
School-Age Lego Club: 4:00pm-5:00pm. Ages 6-12 or 5 and under with an adult. Registration required.
Bookends Book Club: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Ages 18+. “The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans.
Adult Board Game Night: 6:00pm-7:30pm. Ages 18+. Registration required.
Whitestown Library Events: 6310 Albert S. White Dr. Whitestown, IN.
Toddler Time: 9:30am-10:00am. Ages 1-3. Registration required.
Pokemon Club: 5:00pm-6:00pm. Ages 6-12. Play, trade, chat, watch, or draw. Registration required.
Westfield Library Events: 17400 Westfield Blvd, Westfield, IN.
Books & Banter Book Group: 1:00pm-2:00pm. Ages 18+. “The Hidden Children” by Louise Fein.
Lebanon Library Events: 104 E. Washington St, Lebanon, IN.
Raising Ready Readers: 11:00am-11:30am. Learn tips and tricks to encourage children to want to read. Bring your little ones, ages 0-preschool.
TEEN Silver Screen Book Club: 3:00pm-3:45pm. Grades 6-12. Continuing "Howl's Moving Castle" by Diana Wynne Jones; rated PG film adaptation.
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-10:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Story & Sensory Hour: 10:30am-11:30am. The Sensory Shoppe, Carmel, IN. Tickets required.
Indianapolis Colts Training Camp – Joint Practice with Atlanta Falcons & Kicking The Stigma Day: Colts City 1:00pm-5:30pm, Practice 3:00pm-5:00pm. Presented by CenterPoint Energy. Grand Park Sports Campus, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
After-School Nature Club: 3:00pm-4:00pm. Ages 6-12. Zion Nature Sanctuary, Zionsville, IN. Registration required. $5.00 for residents, $7.00 for non-residents.
Wednesday Concert Series: 6:00pm-9:00pm. Live local music each Wednesday evening. Fork + Ale House, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Carmel Gazebo Concerts – The Woomblies Rock Orchestra: 7:00pm-9:00pm. Bring picnic suppers, blankets, and lawn chairs. Carmel Gazebo, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Zionsville Cultural District Concert Series: 7:00pm-8:30pm. Music by Pumkin Holler Boys. Bring chairs and blankets. Lions Park, Zionsville, IN. Free to attend.
Yoga at the Osprey Pointe Pavilion: 7:00pm-8:30pm. Ages 13+. Osprey Pointe Pavilion, Noblesville, IN. Free to attend, donations accepted.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 6:35pm. Half-Off Wednesday. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Live Music by Anna May: 8:00pm-10:00pm. Live music at Grille 39. Renaissance Hotel, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Thursday, August 20
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Drop-In Play Date: 10:00am-11:30am. Ages 0-3 and their caregivers. Drop in for a fun, informal play date! No tickets required.
Movie Night: The Devil Wears Prada 2: 5:30pm-8:00pm. Adults and Teens. A free screening. Rated PG-13. Registration required.
Creative Corner – A Crafting Social Hour for Adults: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Adults 18+. A casual crafting get-together. Registration required.
Solar 101 – A Sustainable Living Seminar: 6:00pm-7:30pm. All ages. Learn about solar technology. Presented in partnership with Carmel Green Initiative and Solar United Neighbors.
Noblesville Library Events: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN.
Storytime: 9:30am-10:00am. Older Toddlers-Preschoolers. Sing, play, and listen to stories together.
Storytime: 10:30am-11:30am. Older Toddlers-Preschoolers. Sing, play, and listen to stories together.
Pre-K Explorers: 1:00pm-2:00pm. Ages 3-5. Noblesville Branch.
Pokémon Club: 3:00pm-4:00pm. Ages 6-11. Collect, trade, battle, and chat all things Pokémon! Registration required.
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
Read Aloud Book Club: 1:00pm-1:45pm. Ages 18+.
6th, 7th and 8th Grade Book Club: 4:30pm-5:30pm. Grades 6-8. “The School for Good and Evil” by Soman Chainani. Registration required.
Plotting in the Stacks: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Ages 13+. Peer review and sharing are optional. Registration required.
Whitestown Library Events: 6310 Albert S. White Dr. Whitestown, IN.
After School STEAM: 5:15pm-6:15pm. Ages 6-12. Registration required.
Westfield Library Events: 17400 Westfield Blvd, Westfield, IN.
Baby Love Story Time: 10:30am-11:30am. Ages 0-18 months. Stories, songs, finger-plays, rhymes, and puppets. Registration preferred.
STEM Lab Thursdays - Hydraulics Lab: 3:30pm-4:30pm. Ages 9-16.
Lebanon Library Events: 104 E. Washington St, Lebanon, IN.
Preschool Pals: 10:30am-11:30am. Ages 4-6. Letter A - All About Me.
Tiny Art Museum: 4:00pm-5:00pm. Ages 11-18. Paint and small canvases will be provided.
Chapter Chat Book Club: 4:30pm-5:30pm. Ages 5-12. Share what you’re currently reading.
Book Bingo: 6:00pm-7:00pm. Ages 18+. Play bingo to win books.
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-10:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Movies at Midtown - Smurfs: 12:00pm & 6:00pm. Two free outdoor screenings today! Midtown Plaza, Carmel, IN. Free event.
LIV Golf: 1:15pm tee off time. The Club at Chatham Hills, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
Indianapolis Colts Training Camp – Joint Practice with Atlanta Falcons: Colts City 1:00pm-4:30pm, Practice 3:00pm-4:30pm. Grand Park Sports Campus, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
Whitestown Farmers Market: 5:00pm-8:00pm. Fresh produce, local meats, handmade goods, food vendors, and live music. Main Street Park, Whitestown, IN. Free to attend.
Westfield Farmers Market: 5:00pm-8:00pm. Local meat sellers, cheesemakers, produce farmers, artisan vendors, and food trucks. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Free to attend.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 6:35pm. Thirsty Thursday. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue – IT'S ICONIC: 7:30pm. Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN. Tickets required.
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: 7:30pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Friday, August 21
Carmel Main Library Events: 425 E Main St, Carmel, IN.
Baby and Toddler Rave: 10:00am-10:30am. Ages 0-3 and their caregivers. Come hit the dance floor for a rave dance party! Glow sticks and lights. No tickets required; siblings are welcome.
Read-Aloud with Author Jennifer Moorman: 11:00am-12:00pm. All ages. Author Jennifer Moorman shares her new children's book "Willa and the Way Home." Registration required.
Pokemania: 4:00pm-5:30pm. Grades 6-12. Drop in to hang out and enjoy Pokémon. Bring your cards, decks, and games to battle, trade, and nerd out. No registration required.
Noblesville Library Events: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN.
After-Hours Laser Tag Party: 5:45pm-7:30pm. Grades 6-12. Play laser tag in the library after-hours! Hang out in the TeenZone to play video and board games and eat pizza while waiting your turn. Teen Zone, Noblesville Branch. Registration required. (WAITLIST)
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
Ask the Author Anything - From Children’s Stories to Magical Realism: 2:30pm-3:15pm. All ages. Author Jennifer Moorman will discuss writing and publishing and showcase many of her books for all ages. Registration required.
Whitestown Library Events: 6310 Albert S. White Dr. Whitestown, IN.
Romp and Stomp: 10:00am-10:30am. Toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required.
Lebanon Library Events: 104 E. Washington St, Lebanon, IN.
Storytime: 10:30am-11:30am. All ages. Down Under theme.
Rain on Main: Final day. Art-designed rain barrels displayed along Main Street. Carmel Arts & Design District, Carmel, IN. Free to view.
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-11:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Burn Boot Camp Play Date: 10:00am. Ages 0-17. Prana Play, Carmel, IN. Tickets required and include play pass.
Ashley's Music Circle at The Busy Bee Play Café: 10:45am. A joyful, high-energy music class where kids sing, move, and play with instruments. The Busy Bee Play Café, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
LIV Golf: 12:15pm tee off time. The Club at Chatham Hills, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
Greekfest 2026: 4:00pm-10:00pm. Authentic Greek food and pastries, Greek wines & craft beer, live Greek music and dancing, kids zone, cathedral tours, cooking demonstrations, and more. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Carmel Food Truck Nights: 5:00pm-9:00pm. 10-15 food trucks, trailers, carts, and pop-ups. Picnic blankets and chairs encouraged. Ginther Green, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Symphony on the Prairie – Troubadours: A Tribute to James Taylor & Carole King: Gates open 6:00pm, concert 8:00pm. Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers, IN. Tickets required.
Light up the Night: 6:00pm-10:00pm. Stroll along the historic bridge and trails illuminated by luminaries. Potter’s Bridge Park, Noblesville, IN. Free event.
Jams at the Junction – Midnight Red Eye Band: 7:00pm-9:00pm. Free outdoor concert on the Great Lawn. Food vendors on site. Grand Junction Plaza, Westfield, IN. Free to attend.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 7:05pm. Negro Leagues Heritage Weekend and postgame fireworks. Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
SINGO at the World Famous Hotboys: 7:00pm. Bingo with playlists that make you want to sing along. World Famous Hotboys, Carmel, IN. Free to play.
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: 8:00pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Saturday, August 22
Zionsville Library Events: 250 N. 5th St. Zionsville, IN.
Family Game Day!: 10:00am-1:00pm. Families.
Knit and Sew Club: 1:00pm-3:00pm. Ages 18+. All skill levels welcome.
“The Superhero in ‘Reel’-Time”: 1:00pm-4:00pm. All ages. Jerry DeCaire, Marvel Comics Artist, presents his own signature live-drawing performance. Registration required.
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-11:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Carmel Summer Farmers Market: 8:00am-11:30am. Nearly 70 Indiana-based food growers and producers. Carter Green, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
Noblesville Farmers Market: 8:00am-12:00pm. Fresh produce, local vendors, and food. Federal Hill Commons, Noblesville, IN. Free to attend.
Zionsville Farmers' Market: 8:00am-11:30am. Local produce and vendors. Main St., Zionsville, IN. Free to attend.
Park and PLAY: 10:00am-11:30am. All ages. Overley Worman Shelter A, Zionsville, IN. Free event.
Back to School Slime Bar: 10:00am-2:00pm. Make your own slime with colors and inclusions. The Sensory Shoppe, Noblesville, IN. Registration for a time slot recommended.
Hoosier Market Series - Tomato Market: 10:00am-2:00pm. All things tomatoes, zinnias, cosmos and more. Seminary Park, Noblesville, IN. Free to attend.
Discover Your Backyard - Art in Nature: 10:00am-12:00pm. All ages. Elm Street Green Lower Shelter, Zionsville, IN. Free event.
Greekfest 2026: 11:00am-10:00pm. Authentic Greek food and pastries, Greek wines & craft beer, live Greek music and dancing, kids zone, cathedral tours, cooking demonstrations, and more. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Carmel, IN. Free to attend.
LIV Golf: 11:15am tee off time. The Club at Chatham Hills, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
Foam Paw-ty: 12:00pm-7:00pm. 12:00pm Family-friendly foam with pups and kids. 3:00pm and 6:00pm Dog only foam sessions. Crate Escapes, Carmel, IN. Free event.
Whitestown Boards & Brews 2026: 12:00pm-3:00pm. Cornhole tournament, live music, food and beverages. Anson Acres Park, Whitestown, IN. Free to attend.
Indianapolis Colts vs Atlanta Falcons PRESEASON: 1:00pm. Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Symphony on the Prairie – One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullens & The Works: Gates open 6:00pm, concert 8:00pm. Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, Fishers, IN. Tickets required.
Indy Eleven vs Louisville City FC: 7:00pm. Noche Latina. Carroll Stadium, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 7:05pm. Negro Leagues Heritage Weekend and live music with Native Sun (5:30pm). Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Tedeschi Trucks Band and Alabama Shakes: 7:30pm. Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN. Tickets required.
Lindsey Stirling – Duality Untamed Tour: 7:30pm. With PVRIS. Everwise Amphitheater, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: 8:00pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Cosmos at Cool Creek - Astrophotography: 8:00pm-10:00pm. Ages 10+. Cool Creek Nature Center, Carmel, IN. Free event.
Sunday, August 23
Indiana State Fair: 8:00am-10:00pm. Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: 1:35pm. Kids Eat Free Sunday and Sunday Characters with Princesses! Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
Garth Brooks - Blame It All On My Roots Arena Tour: 2:00pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN. Tickets required.
LIV Golf: 2:05pm tee off time. The Club at Chatham Hills, Westfield, IN. Tickets required.
Outlaw Music Festival – Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson & More: 3:20pm. Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN. Tickets required.
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