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.)
Holiday cheer
Holiday Open House | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fivethirty Home, Zionsville | Free | Kick off the holiday season with festive refreshments and shopping.
Christmas Open House | Friday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 9 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Take Root Country Store, Greenwood | Free | Enjoy door prizes, scrumptious treats, and oodles of inspiration for decking the halls and gift-giving galore.
Santa’s Big Snowball Fight | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 9:30 a.m. | The Children’s Museum | Museum admission | Kick off the winter holiday season at Indy’s biggest indoor snowball fight.
Holiday English Wreath Workshop | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 1-2 p.m. | Dammann’s Garden Center | $50 | Design a beautiful wreath to adorn your front door for the holidays.
Turkey Trails | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Northwestway Park | $26 | Race to burn off your Thanksgiving feast.
Whether you made it to a playoffs game, joined a local watch party, or just spectated from your couch, we hope your experience cheering on the Pacers in the NBA Finals was just as unforgettable as ours.
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Sports
Indiana Pacers vs. Brooklyn Nets | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $12+ | Here’s hoping the Pacers will experience nothin’ but net when they face the Nets.
Rapid City Rush at Indy Fuel | Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center | $32+ | Cheer on the Fuel as they crush the Rush.
Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 1 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $105+ | Houston is definitely going to have a problem at this matchup.
Active
Fall Colors Hike | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 10-11 a.m. | Williams Park, Brownsburg | Free | Explore the stunning foliage, learn about the magic behind the changing leaves, and identify some trees along the way.
Champagne + Shavasana | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Hotel Carmichael, Carmel | $45 | Experience an all-levels yoga class followed by a champagne social hour.
Harvest Hoedown | Friday, Nov. 7 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Stage 1 Dance Academy, Greenwood | $20 | Enjoy an evening of guided bootscootin’ fun complete with snacks to keep you fueled.
Cranksgiving | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Guggman Haus Brewing Co. | Free | Pedal with a purpose to collect much-needed food and supplies for elementary school pantries in the Near Northwest neighborhood.
Concerts
The Used: 25 Year Anniversary Tour | Saturday, Nov. 1, Sunday, Nov. 2, Tuesday, Nov. 4 | Times vary | Old National Centre | $64+ | The taste of ink may be getting old, but this band is rocking as hard as ever.
Evening of Song | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Ruth Lilly Performance Hall | Free | Hear UIndy vocal students perform everything from classical arias to broadway tunes.
The Voice of Whitney Houston: A Symphonic Celebration | Saturday, Nov. 8 | 7 p.m. | Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel | $56+ | This concert tribute features original master recordings of Houston’s vocals set to new orchestrations of her biggest hits, accompanied by home movies, film performances, and never-before-seen footage.
Theater
“Young Frankenstein” | Saturday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 9 | Times vary | The Studio Theater, Carmel | $55 | Zany antics, a witty script, and high energy comedic performances combine for one unforgettable, hilarious adventure in Transylvania.
“The Spongebob Musical” | Wednesday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 16 | Times vary | Schrott Center for the Arts | $25 | Take a trip to a pineapple under the sea.
Classes
BOI Small Business Showcase | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 4-6 p.m. | The AMP at 16 Tech | Free | Learn about funding opportunities, business support services, and innovative programs designed to help small businesses thrive.
Woodshop Class: Simple Charcuterie/Cutting Board | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Machyne at 16 Tech | $55 | Get a head start on your holiday gifting by crafting a simple, elegant cutting board for a loved one.
Financial Self-Care for the Holidays | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 6-8 p.m. | P30 | $13 | In this workshop, you’ll get to plan your holiday spending, create a budget that fits your lifestyle, and separate your money in a way that makes sense.
Cozy DIY Pumpkin Yarn + Decoupage Workshop | Friday, Nov. 21 | 1-3 p.m. | Speedway Artist Collective | $39 | Spend a cozy afternoon creating beautiful fall decor with decoupage + chunky yarn.
Get social
Book Exchange | Saturday, Nov. 1 | 12-4 p.m. | Midwest Leak Studio | Free | Bring a book, buy a book, or simply come share a story with a stranger.
The Office Trivia | Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 5:45-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | $7 | Bears. Beets. Battle... it out for the crown at this trivia night.
Frequencies on the Full Moon | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 7-9 p.m. | Ujamaa Community Bookstore | $31+ | Treat yourself with scalp massages, a guided meditation + sound bath, tarot readings, journaling, and more.
The PET Gala - A Night of Fashion, Fur, and Philanthropy with IndyHumane | Friday, Nov. 7 | 5 p.m. | Ritz Charles, Carmel | $250 | Get ready for a night of celebration and heart complete with a fabulous pet runway show, delicious food, and signature drinks benefitting IndyHumane’s lifesaving mission.
Coffee Club Daytime Social with DJ | Downtown Indianapolis | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | West Fork Social House | $20+ | If you want the energy of a club but detest the idea of being out late at night, this party is for you.
For the fam
Heroes from the Heartland | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Indiana State Museum | Museum admission | Learn about Indiana’s military history, engage with stories of Hoosier heroism, and see just a few of Indiana’s most notable veterans on the Heroes from the Heartland display.
Dare to Dream Jr.: A Disney Musical Revue | Thursday, Nov. 13-Saturday, Nov. 15 | Times vary | Arts for Lawrence Theater at the Fort | $10+ | Featuring songs from 24 beloved films, this production is packed with show-stopping dance numbers and a heartwarming message for Disney fans of all ages.
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart | Saturday, Nov. 15 | Times vary | Old National Centre | $40+ | This a-meow-zing stage show brings to life an original story with unique puppets, dynamic staging, and favorite songs.
Arts
Actions for the Earth | Wednesday, Nov. 5-Thursday, Nov. 6 | Times vary | Eskenazi Hall | Free | Attend the opening of this global art show about care, kinship, and ecology.
IYFF Movie Night: “Sinners” | Friday, Nov. 7 | 6-10 p.m. | 2307 Doctor M.L.K. Jr St. | $7 | Watch a short local film + Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners,” followed by a group discussion.
JOURNEY: Midwest Fashion | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 5-8 p.m. | Indianapolis Arts Garden | $29+ | Embark on a fashion journey with talented designers, stunning runway shows, and exclusive pop-up shops.
Indy Art Doll Makers Annual Doll Show and Holiday Fair | Saturday, Nov. 15 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Irvington United Methodist Church | Free admission | Shop wearable art, jewelry, unique gifts, and more at this annual show.
“Wicked: For Good” FirstFest | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 7 p.m. | Flix Brewhouse, Carmel | $77 | Celebrate the conclusion of the two-part movie musical with a themed three-course meal (Flying Monkey Bread, anyone?) and two spellbinding cocktails.
Food
The Stutz Palette to Plate | Thursday, Nov. 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Turner Jeffrey Building and Car Museum, Carmel | $135 | Enjoy curated culinary tastings, exceptional jazz performances, and art shopping.
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.