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👻 Eerie-sistible local treats
We can’t resist a creative new flavor from Sprinkle Joy. | Photo by @sprinklejoybakes
It’s Crunch time. Halloween is less than two weeks away.
We know there’s nothing like a Hershey’s chocolate bar, M&Ms, or Twix in your bucket at the end of the night — but what about a treat supporting a local business?
We’re sharing some locally-made sweets that you’ll be goblin all night long.
Sprinkle Joy | We’ll be honest, we’re not big fans of candy corn — but we’ll eat a candy corn macaron.
Maybe if you’re lucky, you’ll find this pumpkin at Bluebeard.
J’Adore | Life is gourd with a dessert like this: Pumpkin mousse, orange marmalade, and brown sugar cinnamon cake.
Salamat Cookies | This local cookie company has dropped a Pumpkin Sweet Potato Praline cookie. It’s packed with pumpkin spice, praline pecans, and a gooey center with housemade sweet potato jam that’ll have you coming back for more.
The Best Chocolate in Town | Do we really need to say more with a name like “best chocolate in town”? If you’re not a chocolate fan, try the Frittle.
The ghost truffle by itself might be more Halloween bucket-friendly.
DeBrand Fine Chocolates | The Spooktacular Sundae is back. This creepy creation features a pool of chocolate and caramel that forms a spiderweb, plus a milk chocolate dish of vanilla ice cream. It’s topped with a dollop of peanut butter and a smidgen of raspberry + haunted by a peanut butter ghost truffle that sits on top.
Lick | Nothing says fall like a Pumpkin Oatmeal Crisp flavor that will transport you to Brown County and cozy holiday dinners. This ice cream is made with real pumpkin, all the best fall spices, butter, and gluten free oats.
Cavity Factory | We don’t want to get a cavity for Halloween, but these cookies are hard to resist — like the Halloween Circus Animal cookie with white chocolate and frosted circus animal cookies.
Have a favorite local treat that is fall or Halloween themed? Drop it in our bucket.
Events
Events
Friday, Oct. 18
NHRA Division 3 Fall Classic | Friday, Oct. 18-Sunday, Oct. 20 | 8 a.m.-9 p.m. | Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Brownsburg | $15+ | Featuring JEGS Super Quick and additional classes of racing, the event showcases a stout lineup of action across the weekend.
Summer and Fall Mansion Open House | Friday, Oct. 18 | 1-4 p.m. | Coxhall Gardens, Carmel | Free | Have you ever wanted to look inside the stately brick mansion once belonging to Jesse and Beula Cox? If you have, now is your chance.
Late Night Tales | Friday, Oct. 18-Sunday, Oct. 20 | Times vary | Indiana Repertory Theatre | $35+ | Dance Kaleidoscope presents Late Night Tales — embark on a unique journey through a series of captivating short stories intricately woven together with unexpected music and inventive choreography.*
Saturday, Oct. 19
MU Homecoming Community Kickball Game | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Frederick Douglass Park | $4+ | Relive those playground days and show off your kickball skills.
Third Saturday Walks x Cultural Trail | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fountain Square | Free | Join a scenic walk with new friends along the Cultural Trail, plus Swifties will have the opportunity to make “In My Voting Era” friendship bracelets.
Autumntidings Fall Fest | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 1-6 p.m. | Monon 30 | $5+ | A celebration of all things fall, this festival features Ash & Elm Cider Co.'s extremely popular fall seasonal flavor, Autumntide, as well as four delicious fall-forward ciders.
Sunday, Oct. 20
Colts Pregame Brunch | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Skyline Club | $0-$50 | Get your pregame hustle on with a buffet and Bloody Marys.
Enrico Lopez-Yañez will be a guest Principal Conductor for the “La Vida Loca” shows. | Photo provided by the Indianapolis Symphony
Get ready to go upside, inside out with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as they perform “La Vida Loca,” a celebration of Latin pop’s greatest hits from the nineties and early aughts.
If you’re like us, you can already hear the song’s iconic trumpet riff in your head. Bop along in person on Friday, Nov. 8, or Saturday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m.
Bonus: There will be an additional performance on Friday at 11 a.m., which is part of the symphony’s Coffee Pops series.
Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez and trumpet player José Sibaja have created new arrangements to favorites from Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Santana, Ricky Martin, and more. The symphony will also be joined by vocalists Ender Thomas and Jackie Mendez.
So if you’re into superstitions then we have a premonition: You’re going to fall for this performance — okay, we’re done now.
Are Indy Swifties in their voting era? Marion County election officials are extending early voting hours at the City-County Building Nov. 1-3, when Taylor Swift will be in town. Early voting will be open until 10 p.m. all three nights. Normally, early voting ends at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. (IndyStar)
Traffic
A roundabout that will replace a Michigan Left turn at 96th Street and Allisonville Road is scheduled to open on Monday, Oct. 28. Fishers also unveiled the design of a pedestrian bridge over 96th Street to the east of the intersection that will be part of the Nickel Plate Trail. (IndyStar)
Coming Soon
A swanky paradise + intimate floral oasis is coming to downtown. Arden Indy, located at 6 W. Washington St., will be a cafe during the day and a lounge at night. Its grand opening is planned for Friday, Nov. 15. Get a peek.
Community
Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam will give the State of the City address at The Allied Solutions Center on Tuesday, Oct. 29 to talk about the city’s accomplishments. Tickets for the event are $20 and children can attend for free. (WRTV)
Sports
It’s Caitlin’s world, we’re just living in it. The 2024 Rookie of the Year is making more history as an All-WNBA first-teamer. She’s the first rookie to be named to the All-WNBA first team since Candace Parker won Rookie of the Year and MVP in 2008. (IndyStar)
Trending
A larger-than-life image of megastar Taylor Swift is going up on the JW Marriott hotel downtown. Crews started putting up the Swift graphic on Tuesday after taking the Colts down. Take a look at the progress.
Listen
The Colts host the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. While Indy holds several advantages and has won a few of these types of matchups, could Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel have some tricks up his sleeve? Listen with Locked On.
Drink
Staying hydrated is easy (and delicious) with NativePath’s Hydrate drink mix. Each serving includes essential amino acids + electrolytes that foster optimal hydration with zero added sugar.*
Finance
If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. Experts identified these top credit cards for anyone looking to pay down debt with no interest until 2026.*
Category
Outdoors
🏕️ Happy campers
Even on the campground, we still have to have our coffee. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Summer may be over but what about camping in October or November?
According to Kampgrounds of America, people are branching out and camping in the fall. October was actually found to be the most popular month for road trips.
Camping this late in the season usually means colorful trees, fewer crowds, less bugs, and more budget-friendly options for your travels.
Here are a few places to camp around Indiana that are worth the drive:
Want even more campsites that are especially good for stargazing? We’ve got another guide.
The Buy
The Buy
These best-selling flameless floating candles. Transform your living room or entryway with a touch of October magic, thanks to these candles that appear to be floating in midair.
For my birthday last weekend, I glamped in Brown County and it was everything I could’ve hoped for. It was nice to unplug, get some fresh air, and spend time in nature. The leaves weren’t quite as changed yet because it was still early, but the views were beautiful regardless.
