Events in Indianapolis — October 2026 (1,546 Things to Do)

October 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana brings 1,546 live events across the city, led by family (479), film (225), music (191). 76 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.

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What's happening in Indianapolis in October 2026?

There are 1,546 events in Indianapolis, Indiana in October 2026, including Wild Wednesday Karaoke - Downtown Olly's at Downtown Olly's (9:00 PM), Heart of the Beast at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Indianapolis (9:30 PM), Resident Evil (2026) (Spanish Dubbed) at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Indianapolis (9:30 PM), The Stunt Driver at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Indianapolis (9:45 PM). Browse the full October 2026 calendar on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in Indianapolis in October 2026?

Yes — 76 October 2026 events are explicitly listed as free in Indianapolis. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.

How do I find events in Indianapolis for a specific date in October 2026?

VenuNite lists every upcoming event in Indianapolis, Indiana with date filters. Use the date picker on this page to narrow October 2026 down to a single day or weekend.

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Wild Wednesday Karaoke - Downtown Olly's

Heart of the Beast

Resident Evil (2026) (Spanish Dubbed)

The Stunt Driver

Practical Magic 2

Primetime

Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!

Disney Presents The Lion King (Touring)

Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour

Here Come The Mummies

INDIANAPOLIS Ghosted! by Roz Hernandez LIVE 10/1

IndyVolved 2026

Disney Presents The Lion King (Touring)

Special Event: Sam Tallent

Jenna Raine

Zach John King

BUZZ KULL + KONTRAVOID + HEALNG live at The 808

Int'l Violin Competition Of Indpls: Classical Finals Night 2

Dennett

Building K–5 Math Proficiency: Strategies for Addition & Subtraction

ZooBoo

DisruptHR Indy 2026 sponsored by Abundant Empowerment

Art on the Avenue: 'Forward' by Fitz - Opening Reception

CAMPING IN ALASKA live at Healer

RESCHEDULED: Paul Oakenfold - 21+

Altered Thurzdaze w/ Technimatic

Dire Duplicity

Girls Trip

2026 AMA Indy MARCON

Par for Parks presented by Shrewsberry & Associates

Create Your Own Sculpted Glass Flower!

Feed a Kangaroo

Walrus Chat

Feed a Budgie or Lorikeet

Alligator Chat

Gourd-o'-mania, the newest fruit! added to our creative pw session lineup!

Feed a Ray

Cheetah Chat

Orangutan Chat

Pinochle Card Game.

Create Your Own Sculpted Glass Birds!

Rhino Chat

Chimpanzee Chat

Make a Toy Car

Brown Bear Chat

Dolphin Presentation

Elephant Chat

Red Panda Chat

Tiger Chat

Helping YOU to Make Waves -make it tumultuous ! You will feel better!

UN-O Night with the Toppin Family Foundation

Elephant Pumpkin Smash

Ivy League: Ladies Only Houseplant Club

Sea Lion Chat

Red Lace Burlesque Show Indianapolis & Variety Show Indianapolis

Let's Talk Movies in a restaurant

Tomodachi! - Learn and Practice Japanese for Free

OCT Short n' Sweet Book Club

Digger

Verity

Wild Wednesday Karaoke - Downtown Olly's

Wild Wednesday Karaoke - Downtown Olly's

Heart of the Beast

Heart of the Beast

Resident Evil (2026) (Spanish Dubbed)

Resident Evil (2026) (Spanish Dubbed)

The Stunt Driver

The Stunt Driver

Practical Magic 2

Practical Magic 2

Primetime

Primetime

Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!