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🍺 It’s a brewtiful day
Metazoa might just have the best view of any brewery in the city, with a perfect orientation to the skyline. | Photo by @metazoabrewing
If there’s one thing we know about Indy, it’s this: We love our beer.
In fact, the Circle City was named the No. 7 best beer city in the US, thanks to the 30+ taprooms across town serving up locally brewed pints. Hold our beer while we walk you through each and every Indy brewery. Bottoms up.
Bier Brewery | Bier Brewery has been family-owned and operated since 2010. It added a third location this year in Noblesville with an outdoor biergarten, ping pong table, and dog park.
Bier Brewery is known for making delicious food to accompany its brews, like these wings and cheese curds.
Photo by INDYtoday team
St. Joseph Brewery | The historic church this microbrewery calls home was built in 1879. It pays cheeky homage to its history with brews like “St. Juicifer” and “Pew Buster.”
Black Circle | This brewery opened in 2016 and started producing its own spirits as well in 2022. As “Indy’s home for heavy music,” its calendar is a nonstop lineup of metal + drag shows.
Books & Brews | This brewery is perfect for those who like their literary-themed ale with a side of $3 used books. It also hosts weekly open mic nights and on Wednesdays and Sundays, kids eat free.
Metazoa Brewing Co. | While most of the breweries on our list are dog-friendly, Metazoa really leans into its animal-loving brand. Its taproom has a popular dog park, and it donates 5% of its profits to animal and wildlife organizations.
Chilly Water Brewing is located right in the heart of Fountain Square.
Chilly Water Brewing Company | Founded in 2014, Chilly Water’s love of music is evident in its branding, beer names, and regular live music lineup. It has brewed 80+ types of beer in its 10-year history.
Scarlet Lane Brewing Company | Established in 2014, the home of the “official beer of horror” is female-owned and operated. It’s also the home of Sammy Terry, an old-school horror theater host who’s been haunting Indiana televisions since 1962.
Storytime at Irvington - Reading with a Witch | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | IPL Irvington Branch | Free | Kids will enjoy a Halloween-themed storytime presented by Irvington’s famous dancing witches.
Indianapolis Career Fair | Thursday, Oct. 17 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Holiday Inn Carmel | Free | Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes to take your career to the next level.
Friday, Oct. 18
Sushi & Shakers Cocktail Event | Friday, Oct. 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Oceanaire Seafood Room | $99 | Indulge in a variety of expertly crafted sushi selections paired with innovative cocktails.
Whodunit? | Friday, Oct. 18 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Indiana Historical Society | $25+ | Put on your best 1930s detective garb to solve a murder mystery.
Dane Cook | Friday, Oct. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Old National Centre | $40+ | The comic and actor performs his “Fresh New Flavor” stand-up tour.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Boards and Beers Cornhole Tournament | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Blind Owl Brewery | $40 | Compete in a double elimination tournament benefiting Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity.
Experience a captivating journey through a series of short stories woven together with inventive movement + unexpected music.
Without giving too much away, here’s a sneak peek of what to expect:
“hifI” | Broadway’s Sean Aaron Carmon brings energy + athleticism in his world premiere reimagining the classic sounds of Perry Como and Rock Hudson.
“Rhapsody in Blue” | Set to Gershwin’s iconic score, David Hochoy’s choreography evokes the glamour of classic Hollywood and transports Hoosiers to a timeless era with breathtaking lifts and dynamic movement.
“Late Night Tales” | When night falls and your eyes close, where do your dreams take you? Artistic Director Joshua Blake Carter invites you on a surreal journey through shifting perspectives.
“Peak/Valley” | NYC-based choreographer Janice Rosario explores life’s highs + lows in a stunning visual journey.
You already know about the I-65 closures currently underway — and now I-465 is joining the fray, with some closures happening in the Carmel area in the next few days. See if you need to reroute your commute. (FOX59)
Community
Last year, the Community Heights Neighborhood Association conducted a tactical urbanism experiment using temporary medians to slow down drivers on 10th Street — and saw a 74% decrease in crashes as a result. Now, DPW is pledging to redesign the crowded corridor with plans beginning in 2025. (WTHR)
Development
Noblesville has approved plans for a $250 million residential + commercial development near Morse Reservoir. The project includes 650 new homes, 30,000 sqft of commercial space and restaurants, and a bald eagle preservation area. A timeline has not been announced yet. (IBJ)
Closing
When’s the last time you visited the Indiana State Museum? Now’s a good time to go, because two of its exhibits will be closing this month: The Hoosier Art Salon, a collection of works from 122 Hoosier artists + Good Night Forest, a family exhibit exploring the outdoors. (WISH)
Pets
Need a new furry friend to cuddle with on scary movie nights? The Humane Society for Hamilton County has conjured up a “Hocus Pick-Us” adoption special. Through Thursday, Oct. 31, cat and dog adoptions will be $31.
Fun Fact
The votes are in, and Indy’s favorite Halloween costume this year is Lydia Deetz from “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” Check out the rest of the country’sstrange and unusual costume picks.
Listen
Can the Pacers find some consistency in time for the regular season to kick off? Maybe Jarace Walker’s versatility can help.
Sports
Head to Carroll Stadium and cheer on Indy Eleven one last time as they close out the 2024 regular season against Birmingham Legion FC on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. Hoosiers can enjoy giveaways and more throughout the match during the annual Fan Appreciation Night. Snag tickets.*
Family
Family
🍬 Witch better have my candy
Walk, run, stroll, or bike between stops on the Cultural Trail. | Photo by @indyculturaltrail
Scared that Halloween falling on a weekday means fewer trick-or-treating opps? Never fear — you can keep your candy stash overflowing and that sugar rush growing with these free trick-or-treating events around Indianapolis.
Dynamic Music Therapy’s 5th Annual Trunk or Treat | Friday, Oct. 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | This sensory-friendly event will offer trick-or-treaters both sweet + healthy treats, hot chocolate, and games.
Fishers Boo Bash | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | This party offers a sugary sweet array of activities instead of trick-or-treating, including costume parades, music + dancing, puppet shows, mini golf, magicians, and food trucks.
Trail and Treat | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 5-7 p.m. | This route along the Cultural Trail and Downtown Canal features stops for trick-or-treaters of all ages + abilities (including your leashed pets) to collect treats and participate in fun activities, such as photo opps with Colts cheerleaders.
This Tommy Hilfiger men’s faux leather jacket — it’s a warm layering option perfect for date nights + evening get togethers during the changing seasons.
For those planning on trick-or-treating on Halloween night: Where are your go-to neighborhoods? I’m thinking about wandering through Geist; I snapped this pic of just one of the terrifyingly decorated lawns in the area this week.
