Pro tip: Your ticket to Jupiter Flights also includes an exclusive sneak peek of the new Headless Horseman corn maze before it opens to the public. | Photo by @connerprairie
The Conner Prairie Jupiter Flights balloon festival will hit the skies from Friday, Sept. 5 to Sunday, Sept. 7. There will be rides, live music, family-friendly activities, and — of course — hot air balloons.
Ticket info
The member presale begins tomorrow with tickets starting at $5.
General admission sales begin on Thursday, July 31, with tickets for non-members starting at $10.
Queer + Trans Climbing Night! | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | North Mass Boulder | Pay what you can | Come meet up with other individuals from the LGBTQ+ community to climb, hang out, and hold discussions.
West Winds Big Band | 7 p.m. | The Jazz Kitchen | $15+ | Enjoy music from the golden age of big band to the music of today from this local band.
Wednesday, July 30
Yoga at the Market | 10-11 a.m. | City Market | Free | Join a refreshing mid-morning flow right in the heart of downtown.
Thursday, July 31
Gen Con Indy | Thursday, July 31-Sunday, Aug. 3 | Times vary | Indiana Convention Center | Prices vary | Enjoy “The Best Four Days in Gaming” dedicated to tabletop gaming with panels, vendors, huge crowds.
Friday, Aug. 1
Indiana State Fair | Friday, Aug. 1-Sunday, Aug. 17 | Times vary | Indianapolis State Fairgrounds | Prices vary | Be part of this Hoosier tradition with carnival rides, live music, and fair food (think deep‑fried Oreos and pickle pizza).
Sunday, Aug. 3
Kurt Vile & the Violators | 8 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre | $67+ | This show will be “Pretty Pimpin’” with indie‑rock set in an intimate venue.
Hear the sounds of summer at this free concert series
Presented by Indiana State Fair
Rock out under the summer sky at The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage. | Photos courtesy of Indiana State Fair
Get ready to dance, sing, and relive your favorite hits — the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage is back at the Indiana State Fair with an epic concert series you won’t want to miss.
From iconic legends and throwback favorites to high-energy sets and family fun, this year’s lineup is stacked. Here’s a sneak peek at who’s performing:
Three Dog Night | Friday, Aug. 1
Disney Throwback DJ Night | Saturday, Aug. 2
Babyface | Wednesday, Aug. 6
Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers | Friday, Aug. 8
Happy Together Tour | Wednesday, Aug. 13
Melissa Etheridge | Friday, Aug. 15
and so many more
Every concert is free with paid fair admission, with first-come, first-served seating. Want a guaranteed great view? Snag a reserved viewing area ticket ahead of time.
Something sweet is coming to Elevator Hill. Three Dolls & Co., a new cafe and cakery, is slated to open this August. Take a peek at its retro look — it’s super cute.
Biz
The Indianapolis area is one of the best places for college graduates to move, according to a recent ranking by ADP Research. The ranking looked at factors like annual wage estimates, hiring rates, and cost of living. Share our article on top local employers with a college grad you know.
Announced
The Indiana Fever just signed a new player to a seven-day contract. After playing five games for the Golden State Valkyries this season, Chloe Bibby joined the Fever when they hit the road to take on the Chicago Sky over the weekend. (WTHR)
Shop
Free stickers. Semantics Paper Goods is celebrating its second birthday on Saturday, Aug. 2. There will be birthday treats, goody bags, and mystery boxes — ooh, mystery.
Mansion Monday
Talk about a stunning entrance. This mansion in Noblesville boasts an incredible entryway, and it’s situated right off a golf course. While we’re snooping — did you see those ceilings?
Sports
The 2025 MLB trade deadline is coming up on Thursday, July 31. While Indy might not be in the majors, attending a local Indians game could be your chance to see players before they get called up to the Pittsburgh Pirates. (ESPN)
Trending
♥️ sending love. According to data from Emojipedia, the classic red heart is the most popular emoji in the US. If you’re looking for reasons to use that heart more, perhaps it’s time to start exploring some local date night ideas. (Quartz)
Listen
Is Anthony Thompson the next big thing for IU basketball? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Hoosierswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Jobs
Are you the one we’re looking for? We’re on the hunt for a sales-driven leader to help us land significant brand partnerships at a national scale as a Sales Executive. From a competitive benefits package to 401k matching, we’re a pretty amazing company to work for. Join our team and apply today.
Community
Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, INDYtoday Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles for free + watch the applications roll in.
Finance
More central banks are stocking up on gold. Want in on the gold rush? Gold IRAs can be a good way to own physical gold while taking advantage of IRA tax breaks. Prospect for gold — no miner’s helmet needed.*
Home
Mold, roof leaks, foundation cracks — clogged gutters can cause costly home damages. Get HomeBuddy’s top-rated gutter guards installed over your existing gutters in under a day.*
Mochi Joy opened back in February, if you can believe it. | Photo by @mochijoydonuts
Three Dolls & Co. isn’t the only restaurant coming to town this summer. Here are just a few more spots opening soon.
The Yard Bar
The DIGS Garden Center team is working hard to open their new concept — The Yard Bar and South Monon Spirits distillery. It’ll be a place for plants, drinks, food, and fresh air.
The Clubhouse
This nostalgic trail-side spot will offer soft serve ice cream, hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, mini pies, cookies, and more.
The Sports Bra
This bar that only shows women’s sports is planning a franchise location in Indy. Timeline + location have not yet been shared.
This best-selling titanium cutting board. Take this as your cue to swap out your grimy old cutting boards for this highly rated upgrade — praised by reviewers for its easy cleanup, durability, and everyday functionality.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
So, I lost my wallet. I was bent out of shape about my beloved Costco card (scroll up if you want to work there) when...
Someone went out of their way to return it to me. Hello, Midwestern kindness.
Has something like this happened to any of our readers? Or have you been the good Samaritan? Let me know. After all, Indy is considered one of the politest cities in the US.
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