The IN List 2025: 12/1-12/7
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Monday | December 1
Fishers Public Library Events
5 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Storytime: 9:30am-10am. Older toddlers through preschool.
Tot Tunes: 10:30am-11am. Ages Toddlers-Pre-school.
Indianapolis Public Library - Lawrence Branch
7898 Hague Rd. Indianapolis, IN
Meet a Reindeer with Silly Safaris: 5pm-6pm. Meet a reindeer and other animals and take a picture with the critters. Families with children of all ages.
Pajama Storytime: 6:30pm-7pm. Families with children of all ages.
Indianapolis Public Library - Fort Ben Branch
9330 E 56th St. Indianapolis, IN
Teen Dungeons & Dragons: 6:30pm-7:30pm. Teens.
Hancock County Public Library Events
900 West McKenzie Rd. Greenfield, IN
Chess Club: 3pm-5pm. Youth of all ages.
Ohana Soda Lounge Grand Opening 5:30pm-8:30pm
15 S Main St. Maxwell, IN: Check out the newest spot for premium dirty sodas, treats, and good vibes. Free samples, menu sneak peeks and local vendors.
Trivia Night at Sun King 6pm-8pm
9713 District North Dr. Suite 1220 Fishers, IN: All ages welcome. Free Event.
Indiana Pacers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers 7pm
125 S. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, IN. Tickets Required.
Tuesday | December 2
Fishers Public Library Events
5 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Storytime: 9:30am-10am. Older toddlers through preschool.
Storytime: 10:30am-11am. Older toddlers through preschool.
Pre-K Explorers: 1pm-2pm.Ages 3-5 years.
Secret Mission: Bad Guys at the Library: 6pm-7pm. Test your spy skills with sneaky challenges. Decode top-secret messages and navigate a mission impossible obstacle course. Ages 8-11 years. Registration required.
Hancock County Public Library Events
900 West McKenzie Rd. Greenfield, IN
Baby Storytime: 9:30am-10am. Ages 0-2 years.
Toddler Storytime: 10:15am-10:45am. Ages 2-3.5 years.
Preschool Storytime: 11am-11:30am. Ages 3.5-K.
Glitter Party: 4pm-5pm. This program will include a story and glitter-themed crafts. Ages 6-11 years. Registration Required.
Indianapolis Public Library - Lawrence Branch
7898 Hague Rd. Indianapolis, IN
Teen Zone: 3:45pm-5pm. Ages 13-18 years.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons: 6:30pm-7:30pm. Teens.
Wednesday | December 3
Fishers Public Library Events
5 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Babytime: 9:30am-10am. Ages 0-2 years.
Tot Tunes: 10:30am-11am. Older toddlers through preschool.
Family Lego Challenge: 4pm-5pm. Families with children of all ages. Registration required.
Family Lego Challenge: 6pm-7pm. Families with children of all ages. Registration required.
Vernon Township Public Library Events
625 East Broadway St. Fortville, IN
Play and Learn: 10:30am-11:30am. All Ages.
Indianapolis Public Library - Fort Ben Branch
9330 E 56th St. Indianapolis, IN
Bilingual Storytime (Spanish): 10:30am-11am. Age 0-Preschool.
Hancock County Public Library Events
900 West McKenzie Rd. Greenfield, IN
Baby Storytime: 9:30am-10am. Ages 0-2 years.
Family Storytime: 11am-11:30am. Families with children ages 2-6 years.
Sugar Creek Branch Library
5731 West US 52 New Palestine, IN
Baby Storytime: 9:30am-10am. Ages 0-2 years.
Family Storytime: 11am-11:30am. Families with children ages 2-6 years.
Free Yoga Wednesday at Billericay Park 9am-10am
12690 Promise Road, Fishers, IN: Hosted by Roots + Wings Yoga. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. Free Event.
Zumbini at DigDig for Kids 9:30am
12800 Ford Dr. Fishers, IN: Join for a morning of Zumbini followed by sensory play with the sand! $5 for the class with the play pass to DigDig. Tickets Required.
Trivia at Daniels Vineyard 6pm-8pm
9061 N 700 W, McCordsville, IN: RSVP encouraged. Free Event.
Indiana Pacers vs. Denver Nuggets 7pm
125 S. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, IN: Tickets Required.
All Elite Wrestling Presents Dynamite 7:30pm
11100 Stockdale St. Fishers, IN: Tickets Required.
Thursday | December 4
Fishers Public Library Events
5 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Babytime: 9:30am-10am. Ages 0-2 years.
Storytime: 10:30am-11am. Older toddlers through preschool.
UP 2 STEAM: 10:30am-11am. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math concepts through hands-on activities. Grades K-2. Registration required.
Indianapolis Public Library - Lawrence Branch
7898 Hague Rd. Indianapolis, IN
Storytime: 10:30am-11am. Ages 0-2 years.
Teen Zone: 3:45pm-5pm. Ages 13-18 years.
Hancock County Public Library Events
900 West McKenzie Rd. Greenfield, IN
Read, Rock & Roll: 11am-11:30am. Ages 2.5-5 years.
Teen Book Club: 3:45pm-4:45am. Teens.
Fort Ben Winter Market 4pm-7pm
301 N Franklin Rd. Unique gifts, local vendors, and everything you need for your holiday shoppingIndianapolis, IN: Free Event.
Merry Movie Nights - The Shop Around the Corner 6pm
8950 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN: Get a jump on your holiday gift wrapping, learn pro wrapping tips and creative techniques. Tickets Required.
Tree Lighting in The Alley 6pm-7pm
110 S Main St. Fortville, IN: First annual lighting of the trees downtown Fortville. Santa will be there along with a cookie decoration station, Christmas carols and hot chocolate. Free Event.
Ladies Night DIY Christmas Workshop 6pm-9pm
5987 N 300 W. Greenfield, IN: Choose from a variety of DIY projects, guided class to help you create a beautiful sign or project. Tickets Required.
Winter Art Market 6pm-9pm
11549 Fishers Dr. Fishers, IN: Presented by Fishers Arts Council at Peace Water Winery at Fishers District. The event will feature Santa, hot cocoa, carolers, crafts and local vendors. Free Event.
Trivia Night at Pearl Street 6:30pm-8:30pm
10462 Olio Rd. Fishers, IN: Free Event.
Trivia at Wooden Bear Brewing 6:30pm-8:30pm
21 W. North St. Greenfield, IN: Free Event.
Fishers High School Choir Concert 7pm
13000 Promise Rd. Fishers, IN: The FHS Choirs will perform their annual Winter Spectacular Choir Concert. Tickets Required.
Christmas Together Tour 7pm
11100 Stockdale St. Fishers, IN: Amy Grant, Cece Winans and Michael W. Smith. Tickets Required.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra 7pm
125 S. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, IN. The Ghost of Christmas Eve. Tickets Required.
Jingle & Swing: Cool Yule Classics 7:30pm-9pm
1 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN: Get ready to tap your toes and sing along as Fishers Community Chorus teams up with Mudsock Jazz Combo for a brand-new holiday tradition! Jingle & Swing: Cool Yule Classics reimagines your favorite Christmas tunes with a jazzy twist — from smooth ballads to upbeat swing. Enjoy a night of festive fun, sparkling harmonies and audience singalongs. Tickets Required. Free Event.
Friday | December 5
McCordsville's Christmas Tree Lighting 5:30pm-8pm
Main St. McCordsville, IN: Join while Santa lights the 30-foot Christmas Tree at McCord Square. Take photos and enjoy cookies with Santa, enjoy hot chocolate from the Moo & Lou Hot Chocolate Truck, listen to festive performances by the Mt. Vernon Middle School Band and McCordsville Elementary Choir, take a ride on the new trackless train, step inside the inflatable snow globe for the perfect holiday photo and don’t forget to drop off your letter to Santa at his official mailbox! Free Event.
Living Nativity by Cornerstone Lutheran 5:30pm-8:30pm
13450 E 116th St. Fishers, IN: Experience the magic of Christmas come to life with a beautiful, interactive display of the birth of Jesus and living nativity. Reservation Required. Free Event.
Merry Movie Nights - Gremlins 6pm
8950 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN: Decorate a gingerbread cookie and watch a movie. Submit your cookie in the cookie contest. Tickets Required.
The Country Divas 7pm
122 W Main St. Greenfield, IN: Celebrate the iconic women who’ve defined and redefined country music for generations. This powerhouse performance brings some of the greatest female voices in music history! Tickets Required.
Music Bingo at Pinheads 7pm-9pm
13825 Britton Park Rd. Fishers, IN: A musical twist on the classic game of Bingo. Family friendly. Free to play, table reservation needed.
Karaoke at Daniels Vineyard 7pm-10pm
9061 N 700 W, McCordsville, IN: Free Event.
Fishers High School Choir Concert 7pm
13000 Promise Rd. Fishers, IN: The FHS Choirs will perform their annual Winter Spectacular Choir Concert. Tickets Required.
Indy Fuel vs. Cincinnati Cyclones 7pm
11100 Stockdale St. Fishers, IN: Tickets Required.
Saturday | December 6
Fishers Public Library Events
5 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN
Circle City Ringers: 1pm-2pm. Circle City Ringers is an auditioned, bronze-level community handbell ensemble and will be playing seasonal music on their traditional English handbells and hand chimes. Families with children of all ages. Registration Required.
Indianapolis Public Library - Lawrence Branch
7898 Hague Rd. Indianapolis, IN
Science in Action: 10:30am-11am. Learn about the science of sports through agility, flexibility, and teamwork. Ages 6-12 years. Registration Required.
Breakfast with St. Nicholas 9am-11am
11445 Fishers Pointe Blvd. Fishers, IN: St. Nicholas will make an appearance, share stories from his life, pose for selfies, and hand out goodies to the children. Breakfast provided. Registration Required. Free Event.
Holiday Maker's Market 11am-7pm
21 W North St. Greenfield, IN: Featuring local vendors: crochet, woodwork, homemade treats, home decor, holiday items and more! Free Event.
2nd Annual Visit with Santa 12pm-3pm
8 S Main St. Fortville, IN: Come see Santa and enjoy some peppermint hot cocoa. Free Event.
Free Photo with Santa 12pm-5pm
104 N Main St. Fortville, IN: Come see Santa and enjoy some cookies, popcorn, and other surprises. Free Event.
Christmas at the Fair 12pm-5pm
620 Apple St. Greenfield, IN: Hancock County Fairgrounds. Join for a magical day filled with holiday fun: Pictures with Santa, letters to Santa, Christmas stories with Bentley’s Buddies, carriage rides, cookie decorating, Remark-able Ranch Highland Cow, Wreath decorating, Home Depot kids workshop, Christmas Market and more! Free Event.
Crafts & Carols 1pm-2:30pm
1 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN: Join for a festive afternoon of holiday crafting, singing, cookies, and photos with special guests, Santa and Mrs. Claus! Get into the holiday spirit and create a beautiful and musical craft together and sing to classic Christmas carols. Tickets Required.
Live Music at Daniels Vineyard 2pm-5pm
9061 N 700 W, McCordsville, IN: Free Event.
Jolly Santa Painting 2pm or 6pm
14 W Main St. Greenfield, IN: Paint Santa’s jolly face on a canvas. No experience needed. Tickets Required.
Indiana Hoosiers vs. Louisville Cardinals 2pm
125 S. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, IN: Tickets Required.
Fishers High School Choir Concert 3pm and 7pm
13000 Promise Rd. Fishers, IN: The FHS Choirs will perform their annual Winter Spectacular Choir Concert. Tickets Required.
Greenfield Parade of Lights 5:45pm
The Greenfield Christmas Festival Parade of Lights begins at American Legion Place and ends at Depot Street Park, followed by the tree lighting and Santa visits.
Merry Movie Nights - Four Christmases 6pm
8950 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN: Each ticket purchased includes a tasting of four types of wine, each paired with a chocolate to match! Tickets Required.
The Nutcracker Ballet 7pm
8112 N County Road 200 W. Fortville, IN: Join the Dance Creations Academy Repertory Company as they perform the time honored Christmas tradition of The Nutcracker ballet by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. Tickets Required.
Wright's Elephant Kid's Night Out 6pm-9pm
3441 W 1000 N. Fortville, IN: Drop your kids off for a fun night at Wright;s, bring a $5 gender neutral gift that is wrapped for a HUGE gift exchange! Registration Required.
Indy Fuel vs. Cincinnati Cyclones 7pm
11100 Stockdale St. Fishers, IN: Tickets Required.
Christmas at the Ricks 7:30pm
120 W Main St. Greenfield, IN: Join for a variety of live holiday music and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets Required.
Sunday | December 7
Hancock County Public Library Events
900 West McKenzie Rd. Greenfield, IN
Bentley’s Buddies: Read to a therapy dog. 1:30pm-2:30pm. Early readers & independent readers.
Breakfast with Santa at Lincoln Square 9am-12pm
8902 E 96th St. Fishers, IN: Free Event.
Wreath Workshop at Wasson 10am
13279 126th St. Fishers, IN. Create your own 12" mixed evergreen wreath. Fresh evergreens, festive bows, dried accents, holiday picks, and all the tools and expert guidance is provided. Tickets Required.
Merry Movie Nights - Frozen 4:30pm
8950 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN: Join for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Frozen Craft and hot cocoa bar at this screening of Frozen. Tickets Required.
Crafts & Carols 1pm-2pm
1 Municipal Dr. Fishers, IN: Join for a festive afternoon of holiday crafting, singing, cookies, and photos with special guests, Santa and Mrs. Claus! Get into the holiday spirit and create a beautiful and musical craft together and sing to classic Christmas carols. Tickets Required.
Cookies & Santa 1pm-4pm
51 W Main St. New Palestine, IN: Enjoy Christmas music, festive crafts, face painting, cookie decorating and visits from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Mrs. Claus will read a Christmas story. Tickets Required.
Meet Santa and His Reindeer 1:30pm-4:30pm
12057 Gray Ghost Way Fishers, IN: Photos with Santa at Grantham Model Home from 1:30pm-3:30pm. Meet the reindeer from 2:30pm-4:30pm. RSVP Required. Free Event.
Merry Movie Nights - White Christmas Sing-Along 4:30pm
8950 Otis Ave. Indianapolis, IN: Don your ugly holiday sweater, warm up with a hot cocoa bar and enjoy a classic screening of White Christmas! Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest. Tickets Required.
The Nutcracker Ballet 7pm
8112 N County Road 200 W. Fortville, IN: Join the Dance Creations Academy Repertory Company as they perform the time honored Christmas tradition of The Nutcracker ballet by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. Tickets Required.
Live Music at Daniels Vineyard 1pm-4pm
9061 N 700 W, McCordsville, IN: Free Event.
The Elf Movie Experience 5pm
13678 Silverstone Dr. Fishers, IN: Join for a movie classic, ELF, plus a few surprises, lots of fun and sugar by The Venue at Crosspoint. Free Event.
A Lawrence Christmas 6pm-8pm
5710 Lawrence Village Pkwy. Indianapolis, IN: Celebrate with the Winter Parade, live music and the lighting for the city’s Christmas tree. There will be local vendors, food trucks and an ice skating rink. Free Event.
Indy Fuel vs. Cincinnati Cyclones 7pm
11100 Stockdale St. Fishers, IN: Tickets Required.
