Shop-O-Rama Free Night Market: DJ Mild Cherry spins and sellers offering a plethora of vintage clothing, handmade goods, art, music, and more fill White Rabbit Cabaret at this 21-plus, Friday the 13th “one stop pop-up hop shop.” November 13
La Traviata: Giuseppe Verdi’s tragic opera about the passionate love affair between courtesan Violetta and nobleman Alfredo, presented by the Indianapolis Opera, embodies the melodramatic romance at The Tarkington. November 13–15
Cereal Cinema: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993): Jump out of bed and head to the Basile Theatre at the Athenaeum for Indy Film Fest’s morning presentation of Tim Burton’s most beloved animated feature. November 14
re-Mark-able Perseverance: Tattoos: This new exhibition at the Eiteljorg Museum looks at the history and resurgence of Native skin marking, exploring themes of cultural resilience, identity, and spirituality and highlighting the work of some of the leading Native tattoo artists reviving ancestral tattoo practices across North America. November 14
Connor Rohrer: Hailing from Miami, this pianist, arranger, and composer is a jazz finalist in the American Piano Awards. He brings a solo recital to The Jazz Kitchen. November 14
Maciann / ValkenWolf / Moonside: Metal fans gather at The 808 at Indy CD & Vinyl to experience the power, rhythm, and noise of these three high-energy local acts. November 14
Spirits at the Athenaeum Overnight Ghost Hunt: You might think spooky season ends with Halloween, but don’t sleep on this interactive investigation into paranormal activity in one of Indiana’s most haunted buildings. Bring your flashlight (and maybe a dowsing rod) to the historic Athenaeum for this spine-chilling overnight excursion. November 14
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol: It wouldn’t feel like Christmas without Indiana Repertory Theatre’s annual production of the classic tale of Scrooge and his journey of redemption. November 15–December 24
Indy Paper Trail Sunday Stationery Market: Visitors can shop, connect, and share their love of stationery, journaling, and paper crafting at this event at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. November 15
The Colts VIP Tailgate: Diehard Colts fans will not be disappointed by the community and enthusiasm of the game-day atmosphere at the XXX Lot across from Lucas Oil Stadium, complete with live DJs, food stations, a cocktail bar, Xbox gaming, and visits from cheerleaders and players. November 15
The Lost Photographs of Osbert Sumner: In 1898, Osbert Sumner’s coworkers at a downtown Indianapolis grocery gifted him a camera. Learn more about his photographs and the unique perspective he captured of the city at Indianapolis Public Library’s Central Library. November 15
Hoosiers 40th Anniversary Screening With Q&A: Four decades after its theatrical release, Hoosiers returns to the big screen at Payne & Mencias Palladium for a replay of this triumphant small-town basketball story based on Milan High School’s victory in the 1954 state tournament. Screenwriter Angelo Pizzo gathers with original cast and crew members for a Q&A session after the movie. November 15
Bryan Andrews: One of country music’s most outspoken new voices, Bryan Andrews uses sharp songwriting and unapologetic storytelling to challenge expectations and shares his biting social commentary at Turntable. November 15
Tragic Overtones: The Ronen Chamber Ensemble unveils a commission by local composer Rob Funkhouser in addition to pieces by Marina Dranishnikova, Alyssa Morris, and Herbert Howells in a duo of performances at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and Frank and Katrina Basile Theater at the Indiana Historical Society. November 15–16
Football Trivia: Competitors bring their A game to Metazoa Brewing Company as they test their knowledge of squib kicks, who has the most rushing yards of all time, and the first NFL game to ever to be televised. November 17
Mrs. Doubtfire: Shenanigans abound at Clowes Memorial Hall in this musical comedy adaptation of the iconic ’90s film starring Robin Williams as a dad who moonlights as the family nanny. November 17–22
Ice Skating at Elevance Health Rink: The season for holding hands and braving the crisp air on the ice begins, bringing the cheery winter vibes to Morris Bicentennial Plaza. November 18–January 24, 2027
Indy Story Slam: Storytellers of every skill level are invited to share—and listeners to lend an ear to—five-minute tales on the theme of “Pattern” at Cholita Modern Cantina. And grab a bite while they’re at it. November 18
Junior League Holiday Mart: Shop independent and small businesses and support the Junior League of Indiana’s largest annual fundraiser during this market at the Indiana State Fairgrounds featuring vendors selling everything from clothing, jewelry, and handbags to gourmet foods, art, home decor, and children’s items. November 19–21
