Outdoor Film Series: Ghostbusters: In case you need a reminder of whom you should call if there’s something strange in your neighborhood, head to the Indy Art Center for a rewatch of the phantasmal classic. October 22
Book Fair in the Park: Military Park hosts a slew of Indianapolis book purveyors during this fest where visitors can pick up the latest bestseller or bring a title to swap for a free new favorite. October 23
The ICC Gala: Midnight in Paris: Support the Indianapolis Children’s Choir at the Scottish Rite Cathedral during this magical evening inspired by the City of Light. October 23
Indy Fuel vs. Toledo Walleye: Join the Indy Fuel and Stick It To Cancer at Fishers Event Center—100 percent of ticket proceeds for this night of hockey benefit Community Health Network oncology patients. October 23
Fast & Fearless: A 10-Minute Play Festival: Experience seven 10-minute world-premiere plays by seven different playwrights during this festival at The District Theatre that supports the Indiana Parkinson Foundation. October 23–25
Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat: Bierman Autism Centers in Broad Ripple welcomes families to this spellbinding and sensory-friendly morning of delicious treats and fun surprises. October 24
Gallery On & Off Main: Local artists and artisans show off their wares inside participating shops and galleries on and off Main Street in Zionsville for this cozy all-day art walk. October 24
Trail & Treat on the Canal: This free family- and dog-friendly event on the Canal Walk downtown features stops where participants can score treats and partake in fun activities. October 24
Howl-O-Ween Howl Night: Wear a costume, take a tour lit by lanterns, sit by the fire, and listen to stories about wolf mythology and local lore on this special Howl Night at Wolf Park. October 24
Fanfare & Flourishes: Encore: The Indiana Wind Symphony delivers an encore of its triumphant recital highlighting its powerful brass section at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. October 25
Far From Ignant: Poetic, ’90s-inspired Indianapolis rapper 4200Kory headlines his first show at Turntable, with supporting acts King Dierre and P.S. Maldonna. October 25
Atlanta Rhythm Section & Orleans: The bands known respectively for their Southern rock and Cajun-inspired funk sounds stop at Brown County Music Center to celebrate over 50 years each of making music. October 25
Indiana Avenue Public Walk & Talk: Meet historian Sampson Levingston and others at the Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library to begin this Through2Eyes 2-hour tour of Indiana Avenue’s most notable historic landmarks. October 26
Learn to Meditate: Everyone Can!: Patrons of all ages are invited to learn the ins and outs of meditation and begin building a mindful wellness practice at Glendale Library. October 28
Twilight Tales: Beyond the Grave: Dig deep into Indiana’s spookiest lore, from sightings of eerie apparitions, to notorious crimes, to cryptids that haunt the backwoods, at this nighttime event at the Indiana State Museum. October 28 and 30
Women in Horror: Bestselling writers Kylie Lee Baker, Rachel Harrison, and Nadia Davids discuss the genre of the macabre in this talk moderated by local author Hayley Newlin at Tomorrow Bookstore. October 29
American Voices, Indiana Stories: Explore America’s history with the Indianapolis Men’s Chorus at the Basile Theater at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center as it highlights the people, places, and voices of Indiana that have helped shape the nation. October 29
Hasta La Muerte: Experience a moving, two-act theatrical and musical performance exploring the stages of grief and loss through the lens of Mexican folklore in a celebration of life and death at the Payne & Mencias Palladium. October 29
Vintage Halloween Dance: Naptown Stomp boogies down at the Athenaeum, celebrating 25 years with live music, swag, and a contest to determine the best vintage-themed costume. October 29
Haunted Conservatory: Things get a bit creepy at Garfield Park Conservatory as the lights go down and ghosties and ghoulies sneak between the plants. October 29–30
