Indy Insider #35

Happy Tuesday, Insiders, and more importantly Happy National Parfait Day 🍓

It’s already Thanksgiving week, which means every bar is preparing for the night before... Whether you’re hosting, traveling, or just pretending to “help” in the kitchen, we’ve got a full lineup to make the week a little more fun. Let’s dive into everything happening around the city before the leftovers even cool →

Miracle on Maryland is back on 15 E Maryland St, fully decked out with holiday lights, loud décor, and over-the-top seasonal cocktails. It’s busy, upbeat, and an easy place to get into the holiday mood without trying. Great for a quick festive drink or a night out with friends who love a theme.

Okonori just opened downtown with a tight, elevated Japanese menu that already has people talking. The sushi and small plates are sharp, intentional, and feel like something Indy’s been missing. If you want a spot that’s calm, curated, and genuinely well done, this is worth a visit.

Meet Bella Rose, an 11-year old chihuahua mix who’s literally adorable, Bratwurst, an 8-year-old chihuahua mix who describes himself as a senior gentleman, and Ava, a 5-year-old shorthair cat who had a rough few early years and is looking for her perfect new home. 🏠

How do you know Christmas is coming in Indiana?

_{Check the end of the newsletter for the answer!}

Let the Thanksgiving events commence…

Condado Tacos, Broad Ripple – Harvest Wreath Paint Night at 6:00 pm sip & paint

Strange Bird, Irvington – Books, Booze & Brains: The Science of Star Trek discussion at 6:30 pm get nerdy

White Rabbit Cabaret, Fountain Square – Mock Trial (improvised courtroom comedy) at 8:00 pm order in the court

HI-FI, Fountain Square – Ekoh (hip-hop/alt-rap showcase) at 8:00 pm catch the beats

Indiana Historical Society, Downtown – Festival of Trees at 10:00 am sparkle & stroll

Tin Roof, Downtown – Drinksgiving Eve Party (live music: C-Buck & Pom Teddy) at 5:00 pm fun before the feast

Mousetrap Bar & Grill, Keystone-Monon – Thanksgiving Eve Dinner & Show at 6:00 pm eat, drink, jam

Helium Comedy Club, Downtown – Fiona Cauley stand-up at 7:30 pm laugh it up

The Vogue, Broad Ripple – The Main Squeeze: “Squeezegiving” funk concert at 8:00 pm funk it up

Greg’s, Mass Ave – K-Thx! Thanksgiving Eve DJ party at 10:00 pm shake your tailfeather

Broad Ripple (8425 Broad Ripple Ave.) – Wheeler Mission Drumstick Dash 4.3/2.6-mile run at 9:00 am move your feet

Fishers YMCA, Fishers – Wishbone 5K run/walk at 8:00 am earn your turkey

Hendricks Regional Health YMCA, Avon – Gobble Gallop 5K charity run at 8:00 am run then feast

Various Locations, Indy – Mozel Sanders Feed the Hungry meal service at 7:00 am give & give thanks

Newfields, Midtown – Winterlights holiday light experience at 5:00 pm evening enchantment

State Fairgrounds, Mid-North – Christmas Nights of Lights drive-thru show at 6:00 pm tune in & glow

Bicentennial Plaza, Downtown – Outdoor Ice Rink at 4:00 pm skate & celebrate

Downtown Carmel – Bolt for the Heart 5K at 9:00 am heart-pumping fun

Downtown Zionsville – Gravy Chase 2M/4M run/walk at 8:30 am gravy & greatness

Monument Circle, Downtown – Circle of Lights tree-lighting ceremony at 6:00 pm kick off the holidays

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown – Indiana Pacers vs. Wizards (NBA In-Season Tournament) at 7:30 pm get your game on

Athenaeum Biergarten, Mass Ave – Christkindlmarkt Opening Day holiday market at 11:00 am sip & stroll

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, NW Indy – A Beef & Boards Christmas musical revue at 8:00 pm holly jolly showtime

Helium Comedy Club, Downtown – Drew Lynch stand-up at 7:00 pm laugh off the leftovers

Lucas Oil Stadium, Downtown – IHSAA State Football Championships (first kickoff 11:00 am) cheer on the champs

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown – Indiana Pacers vs. Bulls at 7:30 pm feel the roar

Fishers Event Center – Indy Fuel vs. Toledo Walleye (ECHL hockey) at 7:00 pm fire on ice

Mousetrap Bar & Grill, Keystone-Monon – Hyryder jam-band night at 9:00 pm jam all night

The Vogue, Broad Ripple – Big Boogie hip-hop show at 9:00 pm turn up the bass

Indianapolis Zoo, White River State Park – Christmas at the Zoo lights & animals at 5:00 pm wild winter wonder

Eiteljorg Museum, Downtown – Jingle Rails model train display at 10:00 am all aboard holiday fun

Hilton Downtown Indy – Mind Tripping Show (comedy/illusion) at 8:30 pm prepare to be amazed

Indiana Repertory Theatre, Downtown – A Christmas Carol at 7:00 pm bah humbug no more

Jazz Kitchen, Broad Ripple – Marion Meadows smooth-jazz sax night at 7:00 pm sax & relax

Lucas Oil Stadium, Downtown – Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans at 1:00 pm blue Sunday vibes

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown – Indiana Pacers vs. Cavaliers at 7:00 pm another downtown dunk-fest

Old National Centre, Mass Ave – Cirque Dreams Holidaze circus spectacle at 5:00 pm wonder for all ages

Downtown Indy – Holiday Walking Tour (lights & sights) at 6:00 pm festive

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Downtown – Indiana Pacers vs. Cavaliers at 7:00 pm Monday night hoops

HI-FI, Fountain Square – Ensiferum Finnish folk-metal show at 8:00 pm headbang into December

Jazz Kitchen, Broad Ripple – Jazz Jam Session at 6:30 pm swing and sip

Newfields, Midtown – Winterlights Pride Night (under the lights) at 5:00 pm sparkle & shine

8th Day Distillery, Near Eastside – Movie Monday (cult classic + craft cocktails) at 6:30 pm sip & scene

Quiz Answer: You’ll see all four seasons before noon.