10.10.2023

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🛍️ Can’t stop, will shop

Happy Hauling: Flea markets, vintage, and resale shops in Indianapolis

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Zodiac Vintage curates only the highest quality vintage finds in Indy. | Photo by @zodiac.vintage

When it comes to Indy’s shopping scene, we love a good treasure hunt — and a good bargain. Our city is home to several fabulous flea markets, vibrant vintage shops, and resale gems. So get in, we’re going shopping.

INDYtoday: INDY_Strawtown Flea Market — Thursday can’t come soon enough for treasure hunters who are dedicated enough to make the drive up to Strawtown.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Flea markets

Irvington Flea Market, Irvington
Find this longtime market open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in the Irvington Shopping Plaza. The wide selection of items available for sale truly reflects the 27 years of business under its belt.

Strawtown Flea Market, Strawtown
Any antique lover should make the pilgrimage up to Strawtown to check out this historic market. Open at daylight every Thursday, it features both outdoor and indoor sellers + public auctions in the evening.

INDYtoday: INDY_Naptown Thrift Store Shopping_OCT23 — If you’re looking for a sweatshirt your cool uncle might have rocked at the local basketball court in the 90s, you’ll find it at Naptown Thrift.
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Photo by @naptownthrift

Vintage shops

Zodiac Vintage, Fountain Square
Got the 90s fever? Hit up Zodiac Vintage for the campy tees of your dreams, plus luxury finds, everyday treasures, and Levi’s galore.

Naptown Thrift, North Kessler Manor
If you’re wondering where all the cool kids shop, this is it. Find funky athleisure and streetwear within the concrete-floored, nostalgia-packed store or online.

INDYtoday: INDY_The Toggery Resale Boutique Shopping_OCT23 — Popular brands often found at The Toggery include Anthropologie, Madewell, and Lululemon.
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Photo by @thetoggeryresale

Resale and consignment shops

The Toggery, Broad Ripple
Whether you’re looking for new or designer, to buy or to sell, The Toggery has everything you need. Pro tip: Its Instagram account also creates fun #OOTD posts to give you a peek at items for sale.

Newman & Co. Consigment, Broad Ripple
This shop specializes in men’s clothing and accessories. It added a furniture section in 2022, meaning that Pottery Barn armchair you’ve been eyeing just got more affordable.

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6 more shopping spots

Asked

Bargaining with a seller: Yes or No?

A. Yes, I love the thrill of haggling for a great deal.
B. No, I prefer fixed prices to avoid the negotiation dance.

Drop how you shop

Events

Tuesday, Oct. 10

SPARK on the Circle | Tuesday, Oct. 10-Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy a green pop-up park featuring public art, live music, food and beverage, and community programming.

Wednesday, Oct. 11

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat | Wednesday, Oct. 11-Sunday, Nov. 19 | 8 p.m. | Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis | $52-$79 | Watch the Broadway sensation live on stage while enjoying a gourmet dinner.

Thursday, Oct. 12

Light The Night | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | Military Park at White River State Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis | Free | Gather for a community walk to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by blood cancers.

Friday, Oct. 13

Murder at the Manor | Friday, Oct. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | $20 | Become a shrewd detective and explore the mansion at this murder mystery party.
Trick or Trivia | Friday, Oct. 13 | 6-10 p.m. | Plat 99 - The Alexander, 333 S. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Join Plat 99 on the unluckiest day of the year to test your knowledge of all things spooky.

Saturday, Oct. 14

Mutt Strut | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | White River State Park Celebration Plaza, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $35-$55 | Dress up the family and the dog and join this 5K fun run/walk raising funds for homeless animals.

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Seasonal

🎃 Frightful fun at Newfields’ Harvest Nights

a couple attending a halloween-themed event at an art museum

There’s no place like ~~home~~ Newfields on Halloween. | Photo by Newfields

What do haunted trains, hot cocoa, and trick-or-treating have in common? They’re all part of Newfields’ Harvest Nights in The Garden.

Through Tuesday, Oct. 31, experience spooky (not scary) fun for the whole family. Feel the Ghost Train presented by Full Body Chills rumble beneath your feet, be delightfully frightened on the Pumpkin Path of Peril, and watch a spooky spectacle unfold during the grand finale at Mischief Manor.

Bonus: Enjoy seasonal snacks and sips, including churros, caramel corn, giant pretzels, Campfire Cocoa, Whiskey Applejack + more.

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News Notes

Traffic

Your morning commute may be a little less bumpy next year, but for now, check out INDOT’s list of road closures starting this week. The $14 million project will repair roads that saw unusually heavy traffic during the I-65/70 North Split interchange closure. (IndyStar)

Sports

Right on the heels of Sunday’s win, the Colts are facing another challenge — this time in the form of injury. Quarterback Anthony Richardson could miss more than a month after injuring his shoulder during the game. (WRTV)

Watch

Turning four chairs on “The Voice” is no easy feat — but Indy native Ephraim Owens has done just that. Watch him compete Mondays and Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on NBC. (IndyStar)

Number

94,582. That’s how many pounds of Starbursts were sold in Indiana over the course of 16 years, making it our state’s most popular Halloween candy. See what treats won out in other states. (WTHR)

Try This

In case you missed it, we’re running our inaugural INDYtoday Pumpkin Carving Contest this month, and submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15. To participate, simply carve, paint, or decorate a pumpkin in a way that is fun for you + send us a photo. Make a submission.

Drink

We’ve speculated on the origin of the denonym “Hoosier,” and it looks like we’re not alone. A facility in Holy Cross is starting production of a new local vodka inspired by our famous name — hope you like pickles. (IBJ)

Trending

It’s day one of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. Shop deals on home, kitchen, fashion, and tech, like 11% off the Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner.*

Seasonal

👻 Feeling a little screamish

8 haunted houses that will scare the living daylights out of you in Indy

Creepy character standing in the Monster Midway at Indy Scream Park

You’ll find creepy characters roaming the grounds at Indy Scream Park — and they may want to follow you around. | Photo by INDYtoday team

What’s scarier than watching a semi try to turn under the College Avenue overpass? These haunted houses — so buckle up and don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Indy Scream Park | Open through Saturday, Nov. 4 | 5211 S. New Columbus Rd., Anderson | Discover not one but six of your worst nightmare scenarios in these super detailed, immersive mazes.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House | Open through Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 3000 N. Meridian St. | $9 | Choose between Lights-on or Frightening hours at this kid-friendly annual installment.

Hanna Haunted Acres | Open through Saturday, Nov. 4 | 7323 E. Hanna Ave. | $20+ | Six spine-chilling attractions await you — the haunted hayride is a must for first-timers.

5 more haunts (if you dare)

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Shea

From the editor

One of my favorite thrifting activities is combing through the bins at the Goodwill Outlet on Franklin, where nothing is sorted but everything is sold by the pound — so if you get lucky and find some cool stuff, you’ll only end up paying pennies for it. Just don’t forget your hand sanitizer or gloves if you’re germ-sensitive.

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