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View of Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium with fall foliage

Holcomb Observatory is among the 10 largest telescopes east of the Mississippi River.

Photo by @stevekinnett

The Quadrantid meteor shower is expected to peak this weekend. If you’re trying to spot these elusive meteors streaking through the sky, bundle up and head somewhere dark. Consult this chart for the best viewing hours for your location + check out the Dark Skies International map for spots with lower light pollution. And if you want even more recs, check out our stargazing guide for spots both just down the street and a few hours away.

Events

Friday, Jan. 2

First Friday Gallery Opening | 6-9 p.m. | Harrison Center | Free

Indy Fuel vs. Bloomington Bison | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center | $34+

Saturday, Jan. 3

Pajama Brunch | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Bar Louie, Carmel | Free entry

Say Yes in 2026: An Improv Workshop for Everyday People | 12-2 p.m. | COhatch Polk Stables | $34

Hoss Ridgeway | 7-9 p.m. | Mad Hatter, Greenwood | $25+

Sunday, Jan. 4

Evergreen Tree Blown Glass Workshop | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Glass Arts Indiana | $85

Take Note: An Artist Concert Series Presents Bleu Django | 4-5 p.m. | Meridian Street United Methodist Church | Free

Monday, Jan. 5

Magic: The Gathering Intro | 5:30-7 p.m. | IPL Haughville Branch | Free

Monday Moves: Chicago Steppin’ by Victor James | 6:30-8 p.m. | COhatch Broad Ripple | $18
Board games, basketball, and brunch
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💤 A 100% cotton sheet set that gets softer with every wash + doesn’t pill.
🌜 This portable white noise machine so you can get a restful night’s sleep while on the go.
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Hoo-hoo-hoo Hoosiers. ICMYI, the team won their first-ever Rose Bowl last night. Get a recap of the game + details on what happens next.
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