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Good morning, Insiders!
This week in Indy: pizza takes over Monument Circle for Indy Pizza Fest, The Mousetrap keeps the late-night jams rolling, and the State Fair returns to remind us that deep-fried Oreos are technically still food. NFL preseason is here too, which means we finally get to see if Anthony Richardson is ready to lead or if we have to start defending Daniel Jones to our friends. Either way, there’s plenty to keep you busy before the next tariff hits your grocery bill. Let’s get started →
The Mousetrap has been a steady go-to for live music in Indy for over two decades. It’s lowkey, no-nonsense, and all about the tunes—especially if you’re into jam bands, funk, or anything a little off the beaten path.
They’ve got shows most nights of the week, solid sound, and a crowd that actually shows up to listen. No cover some nights, cheap drinks, and the kind of lineup that keeps you coming back just to see who’s playing next.
Pizza lovers, assemble—Indy Pizza Fest is taking over Monument Circle on Friday, August 9th, and it’s basically one big pizza party downtown. Think dozens of local spots slinging slices, a DJ, drinks, and a crowd full of people trying to act chill while holding four plates at once.
It’s free to walk around, but if you want in on the actual eating, grab a tasting ticket and go to town. Just maybe don’t start with the ghost pepper slice.
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Plenty going on this week in Indy—grab your crew and pick your vibe.
Everwise Amphitheater - Dropkick Murphys & Bad Religion, 7PM tix
Old National Centre – The Aquabats, 7PM grab a seat
HI-FI Annex - Spafford, 6:45PM check it out
Victory Field – Indianapolis Indians vs. Omaha Storm Chasers, 6:35PM take me out to the ballgame
Downtown Canal - Yoga on the Canal, 6PM weekly stretches
The Palladium, Carmel – Fitz & The Tantrums (Man on the Moon Tour), 7:30PM catch the vibes
HI-FI Annex – The War And Treaty, 7:00PM feel the love
Helium Comedy Club – Joe Fenti (stand-up comedy), 7:30PM laugh it up
Plat 99 at The Alexander – Live Music Summer Series, 7:00PM sip & sway
Irving Theater - Fresh Wednesday Market, 4PM-7PM fresh weekly
The Whistle Stop Inn - Beer Pong Tournament, 7:30PM turn back the clock
Mass Ave Pub - Weekly Trivia, 8PM go compete
Ruoff Music Center – Cyndi Lauper: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour, 7:30PM girls just wanna have fun
Lucas Oil Stadium – DCI World Championships Prelims (Drum Corps), all day feel the beat
Butler Arts & Events Center - Be More Chill, 7PM live in action
Indianapolis Cultural Trail – No Spandex Required Ride (casual bike ride), 5:30PM ride on
Alley Cat Lounge – Vaudevillian’s Trivia Night, 7:00PM test your wits
Helium Comedy Club, Downtown – Trae Crowder, 7:00PM y’all ready?
Turntable - The Seslondes, 8PM tix
Everwise Amphitheater, Downtown – Widespread Panic, 7:00PM groove out
Ruoff Music Center - Jason Aldean: Full Throttle Tour 2025, 7:30 tix
HI-FI Annex - Red Wanting Blue, 7PM check it out
Victory Field – Indianapolis Indians vs. Omaha Storm Chasers, 7:05PM fireworks night
Broad Ripple Park - Toad the Wet Sprocket, 7PM live music
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre – Waitress (musical), 8:00PM sweet as pie
Gainbridge Fieldhouse - Disney Descendants/Zombies, 7PM tix
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Midtown – Indiana State Fair, all day fun for all ages
Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky, 8:00PM cheer ’em on
Everwise Amphitheater – Widespread Panic (Night 2), 7:00PM jam on
Old National Centre – Emo Nite (pop-punk dance party), 9:00PM sing your heart out
Nickel Plate Amphitheater - Fishers Farmers Market, 9AM weekly fresh
Ruoff Music Center - Rod Stewart: One Last Time, 7:30PM tix
HI-FI Annex – Fool House (’90s throwback dance party), 8:00PM party on
Monument Circle, Downtown - Pizza Fest, 12PM start let’s eat
Mousetrap Bar & Grill - Widespread After-Party, 9PM the party continues
Victory Field, Downtown – Indianapolis Indians vs. Omaha Storm Chasers, 1:35PM kids run the bases
Old National Centre, Downtown – In This Moment (Hell Hath No Fury Tour), 7:00PM feel the fury
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre – Waitress (musical), 7:00PM save room for pie
Tube Factory Artspace, Garfield Park – Levitt VIBE Concert Series (free outdoor music), 12:00PM good vibes
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Midtown – Indiana State Fair, all day fun for all ages
The Rathskeller - Aimee Eisenmann, 2PM get out there
Old National Centre - Citizen Solider: The HeartSupport Tour, 7PM tix
Everwise Amphitheater - The Flaming Lips & Modest Mouse, 7PM monday music
The Garage Food Hall - Weekly Trivia, 7PM gather the team
Chatterbox Jazz Club, Mass Ave – Jazz Jam with Rob Dixon, 8:00PM all that jazz
Slippery Noodle Inn, Downtown – Live blues jam, 8:00PM get the blues
Indy Reads - Indy Actor’s Playground, 7PM word up