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Good morning, Insiders!
September’s here, which means Indy is slowly swapping out it’s summer festivals for tailgates and hoodies. We’ve got the best of both worlds this week—beer garden concerts at Rathskeller while it’s still warm out, a new cocktail spot on Mass Ave, and a calendar packed with festivals, comedy, and the Colts finally back on the field.
Let’s get it started.
The Rathskeller 🎙 🍺
If it’s summer in Indy, chances are the Biergarten at The Rathskeller is packed. The outdoor setup at the historic Athenaeum is all about long tables, big steins, and live music under the lights.
The lineup changes often—local rock, cover bands, even some indie acts—but it’s always loud, fun, and easy to make a night of with Mass Ave just steps away. Find out what’s happening tonight here.
Mass Ave’s got a new late-night hangout with Dusk Lounge, a cocktail bar built for dim lights and long nights. The space is modern but cozy, with just enough polish to feel like a step up from your usual bar run.
The menu leans creative but approachable—seasonal cocktails alongside reliable classics—and it’s the kind of spot that works whether you’re starting the night or winding it down. Find out more here.
If you like greenery and a house full of colors, this 3 bed 3 bath home in Irvington is the perfect fit. We’re talking plants galore that guard a beautiful front porch, a large wooden dining table for all your dinner parties, and a fish tank that would make Nemo & Dory jealous. Plus, there’s enough pictures and antiques scattered throughout to leave you with endless dinner stories.
Fall doesn’t officially start for a few weeks, but we’ve already got all the events lined up heading into it. Lets dive in →
Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler-Tarkington – Free Community Movie Series: Moana 2 at 7:00 pm relive the magic
Admiral Spruance Basin (Canal), Downtown – Yoga on the Canal at 6:00 pm find your zen
The Hulman, Downtown – $1 Oyster Day at 3:00–10:00 pm shuck yeah
Metazoa Brewing Co., Fletcher Place – Trivia Tuesday at 6:30 pm brainy brews
Franklin Road Library, Franklin Township – Journal Making (Kids’ Workshop) at 4:30 pm get crafty
Helium Comedy Club, Downtown – Peter Antoniou (mind-reading comedy) at 7:00 pm prepare to be amazed
The Mousetrap, Keystone – Family Jam (Live Music) at 9:30 pm jam out
White Rabbit Cabaret - Spicy Magic Comedy Night, 8PM tix
Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler-Tarkington – David Cook & Noah Thompson (live in concert) at 7:30 pm rock out
HI-FI, Fountain Square – TWRP (The Longest Weekend Tour) at 8:00 pm get funky
McGowan Hall, Old Northside – Stomping Grounds Swing Dance at 7:00 pm swing on by
Lugar Plaza, Downtown – Pilates in the Plaza at 6:00 pm stretch it out
Factory Arts District (Mass Ave/Brookside) – First Friday art tour (open studios & galleries) 6:00–9:00 pm get artsy
Helium Comedy Club, Downtown – Corey Holcomb (stand-up comedy) at 7:00 pm laugh it up
Old National Centre (Egyptian Room), Downtown – d4vd: Withered World Tour at 8:00 pm vibe out
State Street Pub, Holy Cross – State Street Club (monthly DJ night) at 9:00 pm dance it out
Newfields, Midtown – Penrod Arts Fair (350+ artists, stages & kids’ area) at 9:00 am get artsy
The Square (International Marketplace), Northwest – I Music Fest (global music & food fest) at 1:00 pm feel the rhythm
Black Circle, Midtown – Electric Boys Festival (S.O.A.R. benefit) at 5:00 pm party for a cause
Garfield Park Arts Center, Garfield Park – Vintage Movie Night (Rare TV Pilots) at 8:00 pm catch a flick
UIndy – Schwitzer Center, University Heights – Afghan Cultural Festival at 11:30 am celebrate community
Garfield Park, Garfield Park – BLQ+ Pride Summer Fest at 12:00 pm get festive
Lucas Oil Stadium, Downtown – Colts vs. Dolphins (NFL Season Opener) at 1:00 pm cheer ’em on
Old National Centre - tripleS Alphie World Tour, 7:30PM tix
HI-FI - Brooke Alexx: Big(ger) Mouth Tour at 8PM check it out
Punch Bowl Social - Music Bingo, 2pm weekly fun
Irving Theater, Irvington – Acoustic Open Mic Night at 7:00 pm take the stage
The Jazz Kitchen - Jazz Jam Session, 6:30PM monday funday
Mass Ave Pub, Chatham Arch – Karaoke Night at 9:00 pm sing your heart out
Chatterbox Jazz Club - Rob Dixon, 8PM live music