22 Things to Do in Indianapolis This Week · October 1–4, 2026

Arts & Culture

The Da Vinci Code at IRT

Indiana Repertory Theatre's heart-pounding stage adaptation of Dan Brown's blockbuster novel runs through October 18 on the OneAmerica Financial Stage.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 · Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis

October First Fridays at Harrison Center

Harrison Center opens 'Dust,' its October First Friday exhibition, welcoming visitors into its galleries for an evening of local art and community.

Friday, October 2, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Harrison Center for the Arts

Writers Night at Indy Reads

Pen to Paper writing group gathers at Indy Reads Books for a community writing session.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 4:30 PM · Indy Reads Books, Indianapolis

American Piano Awards Jazz Round at The Jazz Kitchen

Brahm Sasner performs in the Premiere Series presented by American Piano Awards at The Jazz Kitchen.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 · The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Avenue, Indianapolis

Día de Muertos Community Altar and Art Exhibit

The Eiteljorg Museum opens a Día de Muertos community altar and art exhibit running through November 2.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 · Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis

Free Events

First Friday Opening: DeHaan Artist of Distinction Exhibition

The ninth annual DeHaan Artist of Distinction Exhibition opens during First Friday at its host gallery.

Friday, October 2, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Indianapolis

Indy Design Week Meet the Board Open House

Indy Design Week hosts an open house for creatives to meet the board and learn about the organization's mission.

Thursday, October 8, 2026 6:30 PM · Indianapolis

Blood on the Clocktower at Sun King Downtown

Indy Board Game Nomads host a social deduction game night with Blood on the Clocktower at Sun King Brewing downtown.

Sunday, October 11, 2026 1:00 PM · Sun King Brewing, Downtown Indianapolis

Indigenous Peoples Day at the Eiteljorg

The Eiteljorg Museum celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day with special programming and exhibits.

Monday, October 12, 2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis

Music & Nightlife

ŁASZEWO – Road to Breakaway Tour with Arden Jones

ŁASZEWO brings the Road to Breakaway Tour to The Vogue with support from Arden Jones.

Friday, October 2, 2026 · The Vogue Theatre, Indianapolis

Flicker//Fade at HI-FI Annex

Flicker//Fade performs at the HI-FI Annex outdoor stage for an all-ages show.

Friday, October 2, 2026 7:00 PM · HI-FI Annex, Indianapolis

Blitzkid at Turntable

Dark punk act Blitzkid brings their horror-fueled chaos to Turntable with support from Bomb Cats Band.

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · Turntable, Indianapolis

Clint Black & Midland – Frontline Benefit Concert

Country legends Clint Black and Midland headline a live benefit concert at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park.

Friday, October 9, 2026 · Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis

Festivals & Special Events

Broad Ripple's Oktoberfest

Eight Eleven Foundation presents Broad Ripple's Oktoberfest featuring Clayton Anderson, Dog Will Hunt, Polka Cola, and Midnight RedEye.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 · The Vogue Theatre, Indianapolis

World Food Championships

The World Food Championships returns to Indianapolis for its third year, bringing together chefs from around the world for a multiday competition and food festival at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

Thursday, October 15, 2026 · Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis

Date Night

Swing Night at Fountain Square Theatre

Fountain Square Theatre hosts its beloved Swing Night with a $3 dance lesson at 7:30 PM followed by a live swing band and dancing at 8:30 PM.

Friday, October 9, 2026 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM · Fountain Square Theatre Building, 1105 Prospect Street, Indianapolis

Outdoors & Active

Soundbowls & Chanting at CITYOGA

An immersive sound and chanting session at CITYOGA School of Yoga & Health activating collective consciousness through voice and bowls.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 · CITYOGA School of Yoga and Health, Indianapolis

Toot Your Glutes – Neon Glow Cardio Workout

Indianapolis Urban League hosts a free neon glow cardio workout session open to adults 18+ on Thursday evenings through November.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM · Indianapolis Urban League, 777 Indiana Avenue, Indianapolis

3RUN7 Saturday Run Club

Community run club for all paces meets every Saturday outside Provider Cafe with multiple pace groups from 7:30/mi to 11:30+/mi.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 9:00 AM · Provider Cafe, Indianapolis

Sunday Reset: Nature Walk + Guided Meditation + Picnic at Holliday Park

A community wellness event combining a guided nature walk, meditation, and picnic at Holliday Park.

Sunday, October 4, 2026 10:00 AM · Holliday Park, Indianapolis

Indy Social Run Club x Lululemon at Keystone

Indy Social Run Club meets at lululemon inside Keystone Fashion Mall for a community run with coffee, donuts, and giveaways after.

Sunday, October 4, 2026 10:30 AM · Keystone Fashion Mall (inside lululemon), Indianapolis

Sports

NBA Preseason: Indiana Pacers vs. Atlanta Hawks

The Indiana Pacers host the Atlanta Hawks in NBA preseason action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Saturday, October 10, 2026 7:00 PM · Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis