Have a delightful night out with five friends in one of King Jugg’s cozy igloos. | Photo by @kingjuggbrewingco
Baby, it’s cold outside. But thanks to the igloos popping up all across Indy, you can still enjoy al fresco dining without turning into “Hot Frosty.” Here are a few spots we found that were love at frost sight — just don’t forget your coat.
Enjoy Vivante’s French food while cozying up with a view of the Christkindlmarkt. These chalets can fit up to six people, and you can even bring your own Bluetooth speaker to set the vibe.
Enjoy a meal in a cozy chalet before or after visiting the adjacent Christkindlmarkt.
Westfield’s original heated igloos are back and bigger than ever. The six themed, cozy spaces can host up to 10 people and include space heaters + ambient lighting. And for the first time this year, you can book a sunrise experience.
Craving a little more privacy than a see-through igloo provides? How about a yurt instead? These comfy structures include electric fireplaces, string lighting, and cushioned seating. You can even bring your own food + non-alcoholic beverages.
ART NOW Opening Reception | 5 p.m. | Jordan College Annex, Butler University | Free | Get inspired at this showcase of student art + design work, with some pieces available for purchase.
Ally Venable | 7 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre | $20+ | Rock out as the Texas blues-rock singer shows off her guitar and vocal chops.
Tap In with Steve Hofstetter | 8-9:30 p.m. | 317 BBQ | $25 | Local comedians vie for the championship as they contend with a pro heckler interrupting their performance.
Friday, Dec. 13
Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt | Friday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 22 | Times vary | 401 E. Michigan St. | Free | Eat, drink, and be merry at this third annual holiday German market.
Line Dancing with Jeff | 7 p.m. | Duke’s Indy | Free | Learn to line dance with award-winning fried chicken in one hand and a cold Lone Star beer in the other.
Disc Joshy Presents: July in Christmas | 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. | The Marilyn Rose Center | $10 | Pretend it’s not below freezing outside at this summer-themed rave.
Community Health Network is beginning work on a new campus in Westfield at the intersection of 196th Street and US 31. The 425,000-sqft, $335 million project will feature a 100-bed inpatient hospital tower and surgery center + will be the only hospital in Westfield offering labor and delivery services and neonatal intensive care. (WISH)
Open
Have you been looking for a place to try the viral Hong Kong-style egg waffles? You can find them at Tea-G, a new ice cream + boba spot that just opened at 8910 E. 96th St. in Fishers. Take a look at the super fun, Instagrammable experience.
Community
Tired of cracks in your sidewalk or drivers speeding down your street? Applications open tomorrow for the Community Powered Infrastructure program. If your project is approved, Indy DPW could split the cost of the project with you 50/50. (WTHR)
Coming Soon
New year, new Nicole-Taylor’s. The Italian market announced it’s renovating + reopening as a Mediterranean restaurant and expanded market in January. The new concept, named Corridor, will still make and serve its famous fresh pasta.
Concert
They’ll bless the rains down in Indy. Toto, Men At Work, and Christopher Cross announced their North American summer tour will stop at Ruoff Music Center on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10 a.m. (WTHR)
Hoosier
The 2024 Olympic Games may be over, but Carmel’s Alex Shackell isn’t done smashing records. Along with her teammates, she set a new world record in the women’s 4x100m freestyle relay at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships this week. Just keep swimming. (WTHR)
Sports
With just a month left of the regular season, the Colts are now in playoff mode. Locked On asks, can they make it through for the first time in five years?
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Show
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Grab the kids and head to the Butler Arts and Events Center for a performance of YIT’s Frozen Jr. tonight through Sunday, Dec. 15. Can’t make it?Check out this lineup of upcoming performances.*
Seasonal
Whether you’re a novice or skilled skater, fun awaits you at the Westfield Ice Ribbon. Head to Grand Junction Plaza to experience this beloved winter tradition on a state-of-the-art synthetic ice rink that allows skating at any temperature. Grab tickets.*
Shop
Looking for a gift the kiddos will actually use? Enter: Dribbleup’s Smart Basketball. It features guided coaching sessions so they can train anytime, anywhere. Psst — it’s 60% for the holidays.*
The Buy
The Buy
Not sure what to gift for the holidays? Browse ideas from this year’s top 100 gifts on Amazon:
The longest night of the year is almost here, and in anticipation, Eagle Creek Park is hosting a lantern walk around Lilly Lake on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring your own hot non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, and lantern to light your way and keep you warm — just make sure your lantern isn’t made of glass or has an open flame.
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