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The Indy Dance Council is excited to debut the trailer and line-up for this year’s Indy Dance Film Fest at Kan-Kan Cinema in Indianapolis. This evening of short dance films from across the U.S. showcases the country’s vast array of talented filmmakers and performers with a passion for dance.

The Indianapolis Black Theater Company (IBTC) proudly announces the 2026 Indy Black Solo Fest, a four-night theatrical experience illuminating the legacy, artistry, and power of Black storytelling. Presented at The District Theatre from January 29th through February 1, 2026, this groundbreaking festival elevates solo performance into a ritual of music, memory, and liberation.

On a chilly December night at The Pit Stop in Indianapolis, the Sofar Sounds series delivered an evening that reminded everyone why live music in small spaces still feels sacred. Sofar Sounds’ model — to place artists and audiences in unexpected, up-close settings where attention to craft matters above all else — was in full effect, creating an atmosphere where even the faintest string pluck carried weight.

Hendricks Live! in downtown Plainfield is excited to welcome GRAMMY® award-winning and multi-platinum selling rock band Soul Asylum in a rare acoustic set on Wednesday, April 8th. The Soul Asylum Acoustic performance is part of the Spring 2026 season.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will continue her book tour for 107 DAYS into 2026, including a stop at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in partnership with Barnes & Noble.

The Cabaret’s 2026 Spring-Summer Season promises to ignite Indianapolis with a bold fusion of Broadway star power, international artistry, and world-class jazz — all delivered in one of the most intimate and acclaimed performance spaces in the country.

Indianapolis hip-hop artist Rhetoryk didn’t grow into music through the typical industry pipeline. He didn’t attend a prestigious conservatory or rise from behind the boards of some major recording studio. Instead, his path began quietly — late nights in a dorm room at Ball State University, a microphone set up next to textbooks, and a young artist determined to find his voice.

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre once again ushers in the holidays with the timeless tale that has captured hearts for generations. Now on stage, the theatre’s one-hour production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol blends the magic of live performance with the nostalgia of familiar carols, offering 10 festive performances through Dec. 22.

The Indianapolis Zoo continues to make an impact on global conservation by awarding $697,000 in grants to support 16 meaningful projects, which includes $290,000 specifically for new projects in 2025. The Indianapolis Zoo’s mission “to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world” empowers the Zoo to push the boundaries of what is possible to protect wild things in wild spaces.

Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records singer/songwriter Megan Moroney announces her forthcoming THE CLOUD 9 TOUR — a 2026 international headline run, which includes a stop at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 30.

This year’s selection includes the return of fan favorite “A Christmas Carol: Unscripted,” now in its 28th year running, along with the debut of “Die Hard Christmas: An Improvised Parody” and regularly-scheduled ComedySportz matches with a festive twist. Special stand-up and improv programming from guest artists will fill out the rest of the slate.

Anthony Nunziata has always had a voice made for Christmas. Warm yet soaring, filled with a cinematic shimmer, and rooted in a deep sense of storytelling — the Brooklyn-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter seems destined to soundtrack the season.

Hendricks Live! in downtown Plainfield is thrilled to announce the addition of legendary singer-songwriter Jim Messina on Saturday, March 21. This performance is part of the Spring 2026 season presented by Hendricks County Bank and Trust and supported by Hendricks Regional Health. Hendricks Live! will also host Classic Seger: Rock & Roll Never Forgets 2026 Live on Thursday, April 9.

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings will extend his headline tour through the spring, including two nights at the Fishers Event Center in Fishers, Ind., on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Lionsgate and Hurwitz Concerts announced La La Land In Concert will continue its successful run of shows by making its way to the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Wolf Park’s annual Turkey Toss has been reschedule to December 6. Gather your family for a delightful post-Thanksgiving experience at the Annual Turkey Toss at Wolf Park!

On an otherwise quiet evening at The Coffee Haus at Guggman, the familiar rhythms of Indianapolis gave way to something more intimate, more intentional. Sofar Sounds Indianapolis returned with one of its signature secret shows, transforming the warm, industrial-chic space into a sanctuary for live, stripped-down music.

Indianapolis Women’s Chorus is celebrating the beauty inside each person at its fall concert Nov. 22 and 23. Through lyrics that challenge stereotypes and norms about what’s considered beautiful, the uplifting concert will encourage everyone to embrace their own beauty and honor every person’s unique expressions of beauty.

The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra will present two festive traditions featuring orchestra, chorus, and soloists in the stunning Grand Hall at Indiana Landmarks Center. A Classical Christmas (Dec. 13) will delight audiences with beloved classical Christmas works that capture the warmth and wonder of the season, while the annual Messiah Sing-Along (Dec. 14) invites the community to join the ICO, chorus, and soloists in performing Handel’s timeless masterpiece and Christmas car

After two crowd-pleasing performances last winter at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, a tribute to pop star Taylor Swift will return in January for two more shows at the Payne & Mencias Palladium.