The beloved Indiana tradition is back Dec. 2-23. | Photo provided by Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
The last month of summer is right around the corner. Don’t worry, we’ve already got the first week of August planned for you.
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, animal barns, live music, and fair food.
The Head And The Heart | Wednesday, Aug. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park | $47+ | Tap your toes to soulful folk‑rock in a scenic outdoor setting.
Cyndi Lauper | Thursday, Aug. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville | $36+ | It’s this 1980s pop icon’s farewell tour — don’t miss it.
Disney Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour | Friday, Aug. 8 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $50+ | This family-friendly show combines music, dance, and — of course — Disney characters.
Be part of history and etch your name into the coveted silver Virginia B. Willkie trophy.
Photo by Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
Wicket World of Croquet | Saturday, Aug. 9 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | $10+ | Enjoy a day of elegant croquet, picnicking, socializing — you don’t have to play to stay.
Indianapolis Pizza Festival | Saturday, Aug. 9 | 12-6 p.m. | Monument Circle | $33+ | Feast on unlimited pizza tastings, live music, and a battle for best pizza.
Tom Kiefaber Duo | 7:30-11:30 p.m. | The Slippery Noodle | Price of purchase | Enjoy acoustic tunes from this master guitarist.
Wednesday, July 30
Line Dancing with Jeff! | 7-10 p.m. | Duke’s Indy | Free | Get your honky tonk badonkadonk to this free line dancing class.
Thursday, July 31
Lagers & Leaders | 4-6 p.m. | Tinker House Events | $18 | Enjoy a brew and gain insights from Jenny Boyts — CEO of Forty5.
Friday, Aug. 1
Orc Stomp XV 5k Fun Run | 6 a.m. | Indiana State Museum | $34 | This Gen Con fun run benefits Ronald McDonald House of Indiana.
Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show | Friday, Aug. 1-Saturday, Aug. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville | $220+ | See this country‑rock powerhouse with Allen Stone opening.
“I knew I was going to get there — unless we ran out of gas,” said Bubba Wallace about his Brickyard 400 win. Wallace is the first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s oval. (Associated Press)
Opening
A new brunch option is coming to Plainfield. Another Broken Egg Cafe will open a new location near The Shops at Perry Crossing on Monday, Aug. 4. See what else is coming to the Indy area.
Edu
$10.5 million. That’s the grant amount Indianapolis Public Schools just received to support student literacy. Approx. 18,500 students will benefit from in-school and at-home support initiatives. (Indianapolis Recorder)
Eat
The Pacers are seeking chefs to participate in their Guest Chef Program, which allows local chefs to showcase their culinary skills. Apply online for a stand at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during home games and events.
Drink
Have you tried the latest cold foam trend? Taste Indianapolis just rounded up some of its favorite options — like strawberry- and coconut-infused foam from The Spark on Bridge. Can you try all five?
Coming Soon
Get ready to feast your senses at Downtown Dinner Theatre’s next performance, “Broadway Off Broadway,” happening Sept. 5-20. Hoosiers can immerse themselves in a show that captures the heart, soul, and spectacle of Broadway’s greatest moments. Grab tickets + use code INDY to snag $5 off.*
Plan Ahead
The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival is less than 80 days away. Celebrate fall in the Covered Bridge Capital of the World from Friday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Oct. 19. Peep some pics to get in the spirit.
Listen
The Colts just signed defensive tackle Josh Tupou, but what else are they cooking up? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indianapolis Coltswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Older Adults
Did you know about these senior discounts? Aside from basics like bulk shopping and retirement accounts, here are 20 savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*
Trending
Amazon Essentials just launched a new activewear collection (read: soft, comfortable gym clothes for less). We’re loving these high-waist leggings and these colorful capri-length leggings.*
Learn
AI won’t take over the world — people who know how to use AI will. Learn AI skills in three minutes a day with Superhuman AI newsletter. Subscribe for free.*
Post of the Day
All that glitters is road.
The new stretch of the Pogues Run Trail features ramps, bridges, and glow-in-the-dark flecks to light the way at night.
No wonder it recently won the Merit Award at the 2025 ACEC Excellence Awards.
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I’m a huge sci fi nerd — okay, okay, a huge nerd in general — and I just learned that one of my favorite writers lives in Indianapolis: Maurice Broaddus.
In this interview with Uncanny Magazine, he chats about how Indianapolis inspires his work. Especially the music scene.
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