Lucky you. You just found INDYtoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout Indy each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, and text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
(Don’t see anything you like? Check out our full events calendar.)
Feeling the love
Valloween Vendor Fair | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greenwood Happy Haunts | Free | Get your ghoulfriend or your boo something special from local vendors for Valentine’s Day.
Galentine Flower Design | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 12-1:30 p.m. | SoBro Flower Co. | $66 | Gather your besties for a floral arranging party.
2nd Annual Galentine’s Brunch + Bingo | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 12-3 p.m. | Inkwell Studio & Events | $55 | Think mimosas flowing, bingo cards ready, prizes on deck, and a room full of women who came to have fun and feel celebrated.
Speed Dating | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 6-9 p.m. | Alamo Drafthouse | $34 | Mingle with other singles at the iconic theater — one drink and a free movie pass for a future screening are included in your ticket.
Valentine Luminary Walk | Friday, Feb. 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Creekside Nature Park, Zionsville | Free | Perfect for couples, families, and friends, this walk invites you to celebrate love in all its forms + create unforgettable memories.
Be My Valentine: Paint Your Partner | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | $38+ | Paint a loved one in pop art, Picasso, or traditional style (in a judgment-free environment).
Black History Month
History On Stage: A Presentation from Madame C.J. Walker + Mrs. Pinkston | Monday, Feb. 9 | 6-7 p.m. | IPL Martindale-Brightwood Branch | Free | Experience a live performance from actresses portraying two famous, influential women.
Black History Month Celebration | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 7-8 p.m. | Arts for Lawrence | Free | Honor the past + celebrate the future with music, dance, visual art, spoken word, and more.
Rhythm + Poetry Open Mic: Black Excellence | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 8:30 p.m. | PHIRI Art Gallery | $18 | Enjoy live performances by some of your favorite artists and network with like-minded creatives and business professionals from around the city.
Sports
Indiana Pacers vs. Houston Rockets | Monday, Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $14+ | Houston is gonna have a problem during this heated match-up.
Indy Ignite vs. Grand Rapids Rise | Friday, Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center | $37+ | The Ignite have been on a hot streak — watch them rise to the occasion against Grand Rapids.
Since 2014, the Pacers Bikeshare program has offset 1,801,845 pounds of carbon emissions — take one around the city on a free guided ride in February.
Photo by @indyculturaltrail
Active
Groundhog Race | Sunday, Feb. 1 | 1 p.m. | Zionsville Community High School | Donation | Lace up your shoes for a five-mile or seven-mile run benefiting the Zionsville Food Pantry.
Park5K Cozy Run | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Guggman Haus Brewing Co. | $35 | Take a scenic point-to-point journey through Riverside Park, highlighting major investments in our city’s parks and riverfront.
Winter Bike Ride | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Cultural Trail Headquarters | Free | This beginner-friendly three mile ride is the perfect way to enjoy winter in the city.
Polar Plunge | Saturday, Feb. 28 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Dye’s Walk Country Club, Greenwood | Free | Jump into the cold water alone or with a group to benefit Special Olympics — or if you’d rather stay dry, make a virtual donation instead.
You’ll be saying “hey, jealousy” if you miss out on seeing Gin Blossoms live in Fishers.
Photo by Justin Higuchi via Creative Commons
Concerts
BERTHA: Grateful Drag | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 7 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre | $35 | This all-star collective of queer and allied East Nashville talent takes the stage in wigs and full face for a good cause.
Los Angeles Azules | Thursday, Feb. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Clowes Memorial Hall | $75+ | Groove with this world-renowned cumbia group.
The New Edition Way Tour | Thursday, Feb. 19 | 8 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $134+ | Join New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton for a night of smooth R&B and throwback favorites.
An Evening with Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms | Friday, Feb. 20 | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center | $82+ | Tomorrow, we can drive around this town... but tonight, let’s just enjoy this concert from two legendary 90’s hit makers.
For the fam
Monster Jam | Sunday, Feb. 1 | 3 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $31+ | Watch 12,000-lb trucks with names like Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, and Sparkle Smash stand on two wheels and fly through the air.
Princess Tea | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 1-3 p.m. | Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, Carmel | $53 | Join favorite characters from “Frozen” for a magical luncheon.
Presidents’ Day Puzzle Party | Monday, Feb. 16 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Indiana State Museum | Free | Work together to solve escape room challenges, compete in a Rubik’s cube competition, play mind-boggling brain games, participate in a puzzle swap, and more.
Create-A-Saurus | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 9-10 a.m. | The Children’s Museum | $27 | Your family can become paleontologists, investigating the bones of dinosaurs to learn how they lived millions of years ago, then use those discoveries to create dinosaurs of your own.
Theater
Dance Kaleidoscope Volume 2: Arresting Momentum | Friday, Feb. 6-Sunday, Feb. 8 | Times vary | Tobias Theater at Newfields | $37+ | Enjoy this premiere performance with dancers showcased as warriors, experiencing constant rise + fall.
“Bat Boy: The Musical!” | Friday, Feb. 20-Sunday, March 8 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | IF Theatre | $22 | Based on a story in The Weekly World News, “Bat Boy” is about a half boy/half bat creature who is discovered in a cave and embarks on a journey to find acceptance.
Film
A New View Film Series: “Stranger at the Gate” | Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 7 p.m. | Eidson-Duckwall Recital Hall | Free | Love conquers hate in this short documentary film set in Indiana.
Best of Fest: Indy Shorts Film Festival | Thursday, Feb. 5-Saturday, Feb. 7 | Times vary | The Basile Event Center | $10+ | Attend five programs featuring new short films, with categories including comedy, fantasy, and more.
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” | Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 7 p.m. | Indiana State Museum | $18 | Relive the cult classic on Indiana’s largest screen. We’re not crying, you’re crying.
“Dirty Dancing” in Concert | Friday, Feb. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Old National Centre | $40+ | Nobody puts Baby in the corner at this screening with a live band + singers.
Classes
Oil Painting | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Eiteljorg Museum | $30+ | Learn to paint with local artist Tania Wineglass.
Preparing for Tax Season | Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | IPL Martindale-Brightwood Branch | Free | Learn what you need to know before you file your taxes, including filing options, what you need, and pitfalls to avoid.
Chunky Blanket Class | Monday, Feb. 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Field & Flour Market Cafe | $34 | Bring your creativity and leave with a super soft, stylish blanket.
Forcing Bulbs For Spring Beauty | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 1-2 p.m. | Dammann’s Garden Center | $34 | Learn how to force flowering bulbs to bloom for early spring color in your yard.
Art of Pasta Cooking Class | Thursday, Feb. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | A Cut Above | $146 | Learn fresh pasta techniques, create delicious sauces, and enjoy a tasty Italian experience.
Get social
Indy Chamber’s Heart & Sole: A Women in Business Event | Thursday, Feb. 5 | 4-6:30 p.m. | Girl Scouts of Central Indiana | $18+ | Women from all levels are invited to connect, collaborate, and bring their passion for empowering women — bring a pair of shoes to contribute to an optional shoe drive for Dress for Success Indianapolis.
Super Bowl UNO Tournament | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Tea’s Me Community Cafe | $5 | Come in your favorite football team jersey and bring your “UNO Show ‘Em No Mercy” deck for an epic showdown.
Emo Night | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 8 p.m. | Black Circle Brewing Co. | $20 | This throwback party is built for screaming lyrics, jumping with strangers, and reliving the songs that changed your life.
Have an event of your own you want to share with us? Follow these easy steps to add your events to our calendar:
- Go to our Events page.
- Click “Add Event” in the top right-hand corner.
- Make sure to include a link and fill out important information like the date, time, location, and price of your event.
- Click “Submit,” and you’ve just added an event to our website calendar.