Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is hosting a 31-day horror movie marathon for the brave of heart. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Strap on your proton pack, look under your bed, and leave the lights on — it’s the season for Halloween and horror movie screenings.
Whether you like a dash of spooky in your cinema or want something that will you keep you up for three days straight, here’s where you can find scary movies screening all month long.
Kan-Kan Says Boo | Saturday, Sept. 27-Friday, Oct. 31 | Locations vary | Enjoy spooky films and coordinating events, like a wine and cheese mini-class paired with “Train To Busan.”
“Ghostbusters” | Tuesday, Oct. 21 | Schrott Center for the Arts | Who you gonna call to attend this free screening with you?
“E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” | Wednesday, Oct. 22 | Crystal Creek Farm | Show up early to check out the haunted corn maze and get a seat by the bonfire.
Pints for Parks | 4-9 p.m. | Kismetic Beer Company | Cost of purchase
“The Prom” | Thursday, Sept. 25-Sunday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Footlite Musicals | $15+
Saturday, Sept. 27
Indy Eleven Oktoberfest | 7-9 p.m. | Michael A. Carroll Stadium | $11+ | Enjoy Oktoberfest with 11 local breweries, happy hour at 5 p.m., $11 steins, and frisbee dogs at halftime.*
103. That’s how many points the Colts have scored in the first three weeks of their season, setting a new franchise record. Find out what other feat they also achieved. (Sports Illustrated)
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Your English teacher is coming to a screen near you. Release parties for Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” have been announced at theaters across the nation, inviting fans to be the first to see music + lyric videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and more. Get tickets.
Open
Sometimes there really is a silver lining. After closing in July, Beech Grove favorite Silver Linings Coffeehouse has reopened under new management. Drop in for the same full drink lineup and homemade baked goods you’ve always loved.
Concert
Need a gift idea for your bloody valentine? Buy them tickets to see mgk and Wiz Khalifa, who will perform at Ruoff Music Center on June 20, 2026. Sales start Thursday, Sept. 25 at 12 p.m. (WTHR)
Shop
Mark your calendars: Howl + Hide’s annual garage sale is back on Friday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 4. Get big discounts on leather goods, clearance clothing, and vintage finds while chowing down on Sandy’s Pizza.
Eat
Fountain Square restaurant Magdalena was named to “The Resy 100: Restaurants Around the Country That Define Dining Today” list, citing its combination of NOLA flavors and Midwestern staples. Beef Wellington, anyone?
Home
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Indiana football showed up to win on Saturday, stomping No. 9 Illinois in a 63-10 victory. Find out how they did it with Locked On.
Festival
Want to meet the filmmakers behind the screen? Now’s your chance. The 34th Heartland International Film Festival returns Oct. 9-19 with 100+ independent films, local spotlights, and Hollywood sneak peeks. Grab your popcorn (and your tickets) and experience one of the world’s coolest film festivals right here in Indy.*
Try This
Spice things up at the Wabash Valley Pepper Fest & Hot Sauce Expo this Sunday, Sept. 28. Starting at 10 a.m., this flavor-packed day features hot sauce tastings, food trucks, live music, chili cook-offs, a car show, and fiery contests like the Taco Takedown and Pepper Eating Challenge.*
Shop
Feeling fall? Us, too — that’s why we’re shopping HSN’s fall finds like this autumn tray decor set. New customers can save $15 with code WELCOME25.*
The Buy
Groupon is your ticket to unbeatable local experiences — think chef-curated tasting menus, skyline tours, and spa days that melt stress away. New deals boasting up to 70% local experiences drop daily.
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.
After spending hours perusing fall drinks for our coffee City Guide, I’ve had a constant hankering for some creative caffeine. Entering the fray is Mochi Joy with a lineup of drinks that’s so delightful, it’s impossible to choose just one — which is why the shop is offering a Fall Flight of Joy with three mini lattes.
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