In addition to live performances and interactive art activities, Tube Factoryâs celebration will feature food available for purchase. | Video courtesy of Big Car Collaborative
Lunar New Year is upon us, and itâs the Year of the Snake. Donât run for the hills, ophidiophobiacs â this Zodiac sign foretells a year of good luck, style, rationality, reflexivity, and success.
Here are a few events around town where you can celebrate this auspicious year.
Lion Dance Workshop | Monday, Jan. 27 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library, Zionsville | Free | Students grades 10 through college can learn how to do a traditional lion dance.
The Dragon dance is thought to bring good luck and fortune in the new year.
Photo courtesy of Big Car Collective
Lunar New Year Celebration | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Tube Factory Artspace | $10 | Celebrate the Year of the Snake with traditional dance performances, fireworks, and activities like cut paper art, lantern + fan painting, and origami.
2025 Indy Chinese New Year Gala | Sunday, Feb. 2 | 3:30 p.m. | The Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel | $25 | Enjoy dazzling performances from dancers, singers, and martial artists.
Lunar New Year Festival | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 12-4 p.m. | IPL Central Library | Free | Listen to live Chinese orchestra music and watch a Tai Chi presentation, then visit cultural vendors for interactive activities.
Silent Book Club | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Grove | $5+ | Grab a drink of your choice at the coffee + tea bar and settle in to read or craft in a cozy, quiet environment.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Yoga for Mental Health | 6:30-8 p.m. | Tinker House Events | $10 | Care for your mental + physical wellness while supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Woodford Experience | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | SmockTown Brewery, Greenwood | $30 | Treat yourself to whiskey tastings, ample appetizers, and a cocktail of your choice.
Disney On Ice presents âFrozenâ + âEncantoâ | Wednesday, Jan. 22-Sunday, Jan. 26 | Times vary | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $20+ | Bring the whole family to this ice skating spectacular where they definitely wonât be talking about Bruno.
The Magic of David Ranalli | 7:30-9 p.m. | Feinsteinâs At Hotel Carmichael, Carmel | $30+ | This magicianâs mind-bending illusions, captivating stage presence, and unique style will leave you spellbound.
Cocktails and bites await on the rooftop at The Prewitt in Plainfield, where dining and views come together perfectly. | Photos provided by Visit Hendricks County, The Prewitt; GIF created by INDYtoday
Youâre one step closer to a fun evening out in Hendricks County thanks to this exclusive giveaway.
One lucky Hoosier will win a $125 gift certificate to The Prewitt Restaurant & Lounge and two tickets to any Hendricks Live! show in February, March, or April (read: no need to stress about last-minute details).
Feeling lucky? Fill out this form by 11:59 pm on Thursday, Jan. 30. The winner will be notified shortly after. Good luck, Indy.
Missed your chance to get tickets to Chris Stapletonâs sold-out show on Friday, Aug. 1 at Ruoff Music Center? The country musician announced heâs adding a show the following night. Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 24. (WTHR)
Announced
After nearly 15 years in Fountain Square, La Margarita announced itâs moving to Factory Arts District. Its last day serving customers at its current location will be Saturday, Feb. 8. Daisy Bar, a new comfort food concept from the same owners, is also expected to open in the district in March. (IBJ)
Real Estate
How much apartment space can $1,500 get you in Indy? According to RentCafe, $1,500 a month can land you 1,101 sqft in the Circle City. If you still feel cramped, compare that to Chicago â where the same rent will get you a mere 489 sqft.
Tech
We may be saying farewell to TikTok. The app will be removed from the US App stores on Sunday after the Supreme Court upheld a ban on the platform. Donât fret just yet â you can still scroll (albeit less mindlessly) through INDYtodayâs Instagram feed for new restaurants, sports news, and the occasional meme. Hey, weâre trying.
Sports
Is Indiana really going to fire Mike Woodson â and if so, who will replace him? Call up your friends + place your bets, because Locked On has some predictions.
Plan Ahead
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