Fun fact: Each Monster Jam truck you’ll see at the show in Indy is approximately 10.5 ft tall, 12.5 ft wide, 17 ft long and weighs 12,000 pounds. | Photo by Neuwieser via Creative Commons
From Valentine’s Day to Black History Month celebrations, February is jam-packed with events for lovebirds, families, professionals, and everyone in between. Our true love’s gift to you? A list of 35+ events you won’t want to miss.
Feeling the love
Galentine Flower Design | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 12-1:30 p.m. | SoBro Flower Co. | $66 | Gather your besties for a floral arranging party.
Valentine Luminary Walk | Friday, Feb. 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Creekside Nature Park, Zionsville | Free | Celebrate love in all its forms with an enchanting stroll under the stars.
Paint Your Partner | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | $38+ | Paint a loved one in a pop art, Picasso, or traditional style.
Black History Month
Black History Month Celebration | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 7-8 p.m. | Arts for Lawrence | Free | Honor the past + celebrate the future with music, dance, art, and spoken word.
Rhythm + Poetry Open Mic: Black Excellence | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 8:30 p.m. | PHIRI Art Gallery | $18 | Enjoy performances by visionary artists and network with your neighbors.
Active snowfall may be behind us, but a new traffic hazard has entered the chat: Black ice. Check road temps and when in doubt, drive slow. (WTHR)
Opening
Tuggle’s fans, we have great news. After closing in December, the beloved shop is being resurrected by the store’s former manager. Now named Goldie & Co., it’s celebrating its grand opening this weekend; stop by to shop apparel, gifts, and art.
Watch
“Sunday Night Basketball” is catching a fever. Caitlin Clark will join the pregame commentary crew on Sunday, Feb. 1 before the Lakers and the Knicks face off. Don’t worry if you airball it — she’ll return to your screen on Sunday, March 29 as well. (WTHR)
Concert
Break out the world’s smallest coolest violin. Lindsey Stirling announced she’s performing at Everwise Amphitheater on Saturday, Aug. 22. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. (WTHR)
Plan Ahead
Allez cuisine. The World Food Championships will return to Indy for the third consecutive year Thursday, Oct. 15 through Monday, Oct. 18. In case you forgot, Indy has produced several champions since 2024. (IBJ)
Community
Is one of your resolutions for 2026 to be more involved in local politics? Here are a few simple tips to help you engage in civics without heavy commitments. (Mirror Indy)
Show
Volume 2: ARRESTING MOMENTUM takes the stage at the Tobias Theater at Newfields, February 6-8. Experience a weekend where the legacy and future of contemporary dance collide, featuring premieres by Robert Battle, Christa Smutek, and Joshua Blake Carter, plus talkbacks with the choreographers. Tickets start at $35 — grab yours.*
Sports
IU wide receiver Elijah Sarratt has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. Locked On guesses where he’ll end up.
Finance
You’re smart — but your spending can still be dumb. From overpaying when online shopping to sticking with a car insurance plan instead of shopping for a lower rate, here are 11 of the dumbest things smart people waste money on.*
Read
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The Buy
The countdown to Valentine’s Day has begun. Discover our favorite gifts for loved ones, perfect for any kind of Valentine:
🧳 Gift them this premium leather toiletry bag that’s top rated for style and function.
👣 You can never go wrong with a heated foot massager that was designed with insights from real massage therapists.
🌹 Instead of a bouquet that only lasts a week, opt for these forever roses that will stay beautiful for years to come.
🧥 Keep them warm with this 4.6-star rated sherpa-lined flannel that’s both dapper + durable.
⛳ The golf lover in your life will appreciate this accessory case for storing their gloves, balls, tees, and markers.
Yesterday, I shared that Upland Brewing Co. is releasing commemorative IU championship brews — and now, there’s a new option for sober folks. Coca-Cola will be distributing collectible cans at Indiana stores this week, with glass bottles set to debut in August. Let us know if you find some.
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