21 Things to Do in Indianapolis This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Music & Nightlife

The Emo Night Tour at The Vogue

The sold-out Emo Night Tour brings a night of early 2000s emo anthems and sing-along energy to The Vogue in Broad Ripple.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · The Vogue Theatre, Indianapolis

Morgan Wallen at Lucas Oil Stadium

Country superstar Morgan Wallen takes over Lucas Oil Stadium with Ella Langley, Flatland Cavalry, and Zach John King in one of the biggest shows of the year.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis

Jake Shimabukuro at the Palladium

Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro brings his 'Four Strings of Fury' tour to the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.

Friday, May 8, 2026 8:00 PM · Payne & Mencias Palladium, 1 Carter Green, Carmel

Broadway Rave at Turntable

Sing and dance to your favorite Broadway hits when Broadway Rave takes over Turntable for a night of theatrical dance party energy.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Turntable, Indianapolis

Davina & The Vagabonds at The Jazz Kitchen

Blues and soul powerhouse Davina & The Vagabonds bring their dynamic live show to The Jazz Kitchen for two nights of rollicking performances.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Avenue, Indianapolis

Date Night

Gabrielle Cavassa at The Jazz Kitchen

Rising jazz vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa performs at one of Downbeat Magazine's top 100 jazz clubs in the world, paired with The Jazz Kitchen's acclaimed New Orleans-meets-Midwest dinner menu.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Avenue, Indianapolis

Swing Night at Fountain Square Theatre

Bring a partner or come solo for a beginner swing dance lesson at 7:30 PM followed by a live swing band and open dancing until 11:30 PM at the iconic Fountain Square Theatre.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:30 PM · Fountain Square Theatre Building, 1105 Prospect Street, Indianapolis

Food & Drink

A Mother's Love: Skyline Jazz Brunch

Celebrate Mother's Day weekend early with a special jazz brunch experience high above the city at the Skyline Club.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 12:00 PM · Skyline Club, Indianapolis

Outdoors & Active

Downtown Canal Walk + Social (Cultural Trail)

A community social walk along the Downtown Canal and Cultural Trail with new people to meet and the city as your backdrop.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Downtown Canal, Indianapolis

Monon Trail Cleanup Run with Indy Runners

Join Indy Runners for a post-Mini recovery morning on the Monon Trail (75th to 86th) with an easy run followed by a community trail cleanup.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 8:00 AM · Monon Trail, 75th to 86th Street, Indianapolis

Arts & Culture

Nhat Tran Debut Exhibition 'Between Yin & Yang' at Harrison Center

Visual artist Nhat Tran opens their debut solo exhibition at the Harrison Center, exploring themes of duality and cultural identity.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis

Come From Away at Indiana Repertory Theatre

The Tony Award-winning musical about 7,000 airline passengers stranded in Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11 is in its final days at the IRT — don't miss this regional premiere.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 · Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis

Greenlawn Cemetery Documentary Trailer Screening and Panel Discussion

A virtual panel discussion and documentary trailer screening exploring the history of Greenlawn Cemetery, presented by the Eiteljorg Museum.

Monday, May 11, 2026 3:30 PM · Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis

Family-Friendly

Cats & Dogs Exhibition at Indiana State Museum

The Indiana State Museum's new interactive, multi-sensory exhibit lets you explore how cats and dogs think, move, and communicate — perfect for the whole family.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis

Disney's Beauty and the Beast at Old National Centre

The beloved Broadway touring production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast lights up the Murat Theatre stage through May 10.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Old National Centre (Murat Theatre), 502 N New Jersey St, Indianapolis

Free Events

3RUN7 Saturday Run Club at Provider Cafe

Join the free 3RUN7 run community every Saturday at 9AM outside Provider Cafe with three pace groups welcoming all runners, all races, all faces.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM · Provider Indy, Indianapolis

Indy Social Run Club at Athletic Annex Nora

Indy Social Run Club meets every Monday at 6 PM at the Athletic Annex in Nora Plaza for a free 3-mile run on the Monon with good conversation.

Monday, May 11, 2026 6:00 PM · Athletic Annex, Nora Plaza, Indianapolis

Helium Open Mic Night

Helium Comedy Club hosts its weekly open mic night, a chance to see the next generation of stand-up comedians take the stage.

Monday, May 11, 2026 8:00 PM · Helium Comedy Club, 10 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis

On the Run Running Club at Broad Ripple Park

On the Run returns for Season 3 every Thursday with mingle, stretching, running, and walking at all paces at Broad Ripple Park — free and all are welcome.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 6:30 PM · Broad Ripple Park, Indianapolis

Festivals & Special Events

Broad Ripple Art Fair

One of the Midwest's premier outdoor art fairs returns to Broad Ripple with hundreds of artists, live music, and community energy — a beloved annual Indianapolis tradition.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Broad Ripple, Indianapolis

Mass Ave Mile Summerfest

The Mass Ave Cultural Arts District hosts this lively outdoor street festival featuring local artists, makers, vendors, live music, and shopping along Mass Ave.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis