Latin Dance Class | 1-2 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Wayne Branch | Free | Learn the basics of the salsa in this beginner-friendly class — no partners necessary.
Herron-Morton Place Neighborhood Walking Tour | 6:30-8 p.m. | Herron High School | $15+ | Explore the 160-year history of this urban neighborhood through a guided tour of its most notable landmarks.
Hundred Acre Wine Dinner | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Prime 47 | $216 | Sip and savor your way through a five-course meal with thoughtfully crafted wine pairings.
Thursday, Sept. 4
North Church Farmers Market | 4-6 p.m. | North United Methodist Church | Price of purchase | Stock up on produce, meats, and other farm-fresh items at this bi-weekly market.
Monthly Gyro Night | 5-7 p.m. | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Carmel | Price of purchase | Dine in, carry out, or pre-order homemade Greek fare like gyros, tiropita, and baklava to benefit a local charity.
Friday, Sept. 5
Friday Connects | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mental Health America of Hendricks County, Avon | Free | Veterans and military members can gather to socialize, tell stories, and grow their social and support networks.
Picnic in the Park with Mo Gio | 6:30-10 p.m. | Tube Factory artspace | Free | Bring your own picnic to experience this memorable performance — early birds will receive their own basket to decorate and take home.
Saturday, Sept. 6
58th CBIZ Penrod Arts Fair | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Newfields | $17 | Join the fun of “Indiana’s Nicest Day” and largest single-day arts fair in the US featuring more than 1,000 visual and performing artists + local bites and bevs.
Billy Currington and Kip Moore | 7 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park | $41+ | If your “Heart’s Desire” is to be “Pretty Good at Drinkin’ Beer,” you’ll want to make your way to this country concert.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Indianapolis Colts vs. Miami Dolphins | 1 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $71+ | Bleed blue and help the Colts open up the NFL season by sending the Dolphins back to the ocean.
Portions of Washington Street will be closed for the next two weeks to six months as construction begins on IndyGo’s Blue Line rapid bus transit project. Expected to be completed by 2028, the Blue Line will connect IND to Cumberland via downtown Indy. See the detours in place during construction. (WISH)
Ranked
No. 45. That’s the rank Carmel’s 46033 zip code secured on Realtor.com’s 2025 Hottest Zip Codes list. The area earned the spot based on its history of selling homes nearly three weeks faster than the US median — and with homes like this on the market, we can see why.
Active
Calling all dinkers — The Picklr pickleball club is bringing a new location to Indy’s North Mass District. An opening date is TBA, but future members can expect the 32,000-sqft club to include indoor and outdoor courts, a pro shop, and more. Start practicing now at these other spots. (WRAL)
Eat
Indianapolis Monthly’s Best Restaurants event is happening Monday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at VisionLoft at The Stutz. Each General Admission ticket includes unlimited small plate bites from 20+ participating restaurants, plus two drink tickets. Pro tip: Upgrade to VIP for early access, a private lounge, and exclusive extras.
Environment
Prepare to paddle for a cause at the 31st annual White River Clean-Up on Sunday, Sept. 14. Join the City of Carmel and City of Noblesville from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to remove trash from the White River’s water and banks via canoe. Pre-registration is required.
Theater
Classic and innovative shows alike will come together in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s next season. The season will kick off in January 2026 with Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” and will conclude in December 2026 with Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn.” Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, Oct. 1. (CBS 4)
Seasonal
Are you ready to get your scream on? Indy Scream Park’s 2025 season kicks off this Friday, Sept. 5. This year, the attraction will debut $300,000 worth of capital improvements, including Neon Nightmare 3D, a rave-themed horror experience. Snag your tickets — if you dare.
Sports
Hoosiers football is facing a safety crisis after their season opener. Can their dominant ground game carry them through? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Hoosierswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Try This
Celebrate 20 years of The Orchard School’s Dignity Center with ideas that might just change how you connect at this live, local speaker series featuring thought-provoking discussions on empathy, belonging, and connection. Psst… the first event kicks off Thursday, Sept. 11. Save your spot.*
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🦋 Butterfly fly away
Newsletter Editor Shea spotted this monarch at Eagle Creek Park during last migration season. | Photo by INDYtoday team
If you live in an area with a lot of flowers — no, not just the Broad Ripple Flower Alley ones, — you probably already know that monarch butterfly migration season will soon be underway.
When will the butterflies arrive?
Mid- to late-September is the peak time to see monarchs travel across Indy.
How can I get involved?
Head to Cool Creek Nature Center on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Monarch Migration Open House. This family-friendly event will have a guided walk with a naturalist, outdoor games, and hands-on activities.
Visit the Hilbert Conservatory at White River Gardens to get up close and personal with these fluttery friends. You can also explore the butterfly life cycle at an incubator, plus get tips on how to support them in the wild.
Save these conservation tips from Indiana Wildlife Federation, including how to register your yard as an official Monarch Waystation.
Asked
Asked
How far do some monarch butterflies go to reach their winter home?
A. 1,500 miles B. 2,000 miles C. 2,500 miles D. 3,000 miles
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While I didn’t have much of an interest in football growing up, I have to say I’m pretty excited for the start of this season now that I’ve gotten into Fantasy Football. (And am married to a diehard Packers fan — sorry, Colts folks.)
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