M30 Collective project underway | Things are happening. We’re finally getting an update on the huge development project along the Monon Trail between 30th and 38th streets.
Historic Irvington Halloween Festival Street Fair | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Historic Irvington | Free | Celebrate spooky season with Indiana’s biggest and spookiest Halloween celebration.
Día de Muertos Community Celebration | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art | Free | Learn the history behind the holiday, watch performances, meet artists + and create inspiring art.
Trail & Treat | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 5-7 p.m. | Starts at Indianapolis Colts Canal Playspace | Free | Collect candy and participate in fun activities along the 1.5-mile route on the Downtown Canal.
Paranormal Cirque | Saturday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Oct. 27 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Castleton Square Mall | $16+ | Immerse yourself in a world of thrills, chills, and suspense as you experience a paranormal journey like no other.
Frosty Paws 5K | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | White River State Park | $40 | Bring your furry friend for a canine-themed 5K with scenic views and swag for dog lovers.
R&B Ain’t Dead: Thriller Day Party | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 3 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre | $10+ | Join this Halloween-themed day party with all of your favorite R&B hits + don your most creative costume for a fun costume contest.
Plan Ahead
Craft Club: Ghost Portraits | Monday, Oct. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Speak Easy | $30 | Create ghost portraits and experience spooky season in style with a night of silly celebration and cozy vibes.
Scary Movies Trivia | Tuesday, Oct. 29 | 5:45-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | $5 | Put your scary movies trivia skills to the test.
Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics | Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $19 | Cheer on the Blue and Gold during their second home game of the regular season.
Hocus Pick-Us | Thursday, Oct. 31 | 12-5 p.m. | Humane Society for Hamilton County, Fishers | $31 | Whether you’re a fan of tricks or treats, a four-legged addition to the family is sure to make this Howl-oween a whole lot sweeter.
Early voting continues at the City-County Building downtown and Mayor Hogsett announced poll workers will have more to look forward to on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Pay for Election Day workers will go from $100 to $180. Get more info. (WTHR)
Drink
Tinker Coffee’s new Firehouse location in the former Chalet spot is officially open. Stop by for coffee and breakfast in the morning + enjoy beer, wine + low-ABV cocktails in the evening. This location will also have a full food menu coming soon. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening in our area? Read more on our website.
Opening
A new reformer-based studio called MVMT House is getting ready to celebrate its opening at the rebranded Factory Arts District on Friday, Nov. 1 from 6 to 10 p.m. Classes will kick off on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Coming Soon
Less than a month after the closure of its Kennedy-King tasting room, West Fork Whiskey Co. announced its triumphant return to Indy. The distillery will be opening a new cocktail bar + tasting room in Fountain Square at 1233 Shelby St. It expects to open its doors in late 2024 or early 2025.
Development
The City of Whitestown is focusing on growth and improved infrastructure — and a proposed $110 million housing + retail development could be a big part of that plan. With all these developments around Indy, read up on the cost of planting some roots in the Circle City.
Plan Ahead
Race fans, start your engines because tickets to the 109th Indianapolis 500, Brickyard 400, and other 2025 marquee events are on sale now — and are at their lowest prices. Tickets can be purchased online or at the IMS Ticket Office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (WTHR)
Travel
Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to IND to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Sports
The Colts finally got Jonathan Taylor and DeForest Buckner back at practice this week, but when will they be back on the field for games? Go beyond the scoreboard with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
City Guide
City Guide
🥾 Happy trails
Believe it or not, this is a bird’s eye view of Eagle Creek Park in October. | Photo by @siduloid
From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic lakes and forests — our city has so many options to hit the trail.
So lace up your hiking boots, because we’ve compiled a hiking guide for the Indy area with eight routes and trails to help you plan your next adventure and experience breathtaking views.
Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Rd. With more than 3.5 miles of trails, there are several vantage points to see the White River in the dense woods. You won’t want to miss the labyrinthine rock garden entrance from the west side of the park.
Brown County State Park, 1405 S.R. 46 W., Nashville See every side of this Brown County lake on a leisurely walk easily spotted from a parking lot. You might even spot some wildlife.
Fort Harrison State Park, 6000 N. Post Rd. Be cautious of mountain bikers on this beaten path with plenty of ravines to cross.
Tru Rescue electrolyte drinks — each can features sparkling water, blackberry juice, electrolytes, lemon balm, and prickly pear extract to help keep you hydrated.
This is my first Halloween with my pup Indy, so you bet I’ll be putting a pumpkin costume on my dog and strolling down to the Canal for Trail & Treat this evening. If you see us there, say hi.
