Indy Insider #41

Happy Tuesday, Insiders 😎

It almost feels fake to write, but our Indiana Hoosiers are on their way to the College Football National Championship this upcoming Monday. After a dominating win against Oregon, the Hoosiers opened up as -7.5 favorites. With that being said, we’ve still got a packed lineup for you this week. Grab your coffee and let’s get going.

Indianapolis is officially getting its first The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, landing at Pennsylvania and Georgia Streets—right across from Gainbridge Fieldhouse. We’ve covered this before when it was just rumored, but pieces are starting to move.. Plans include a 4,000-capacity live music venue and new retail aimed at activating Georgia Street even more than it already is. Opening is slated for 2028, but this is one of those developments that will quietly change how downtown Indy feels day to day—and that’s a good thing.

If you want a classic steakhouse without heading downtown, Anthony’s Chophouse might be your new spot. The space is dark, polished, and comfortable, and the menu didn’t disappoint. I’d recommend the old fashioned and wagyu carpaccio to start; can’t beat it.

Meet Nate, a 5-year-old shorthair cat with a goofy smile, Henry, a 4-year-old shorthair cat who’s not to be called Vecna under any circumstances, and Bratwurst, an 8-year-old chihuahua who is even cuter than his name.

We’re back with 4 more unique jobs open in our city. Check them out →

Here you go, your curated list of anything and everything happening in Indy this week →

Murat Theatre (Old National Centre) – MJ: The Musical, 7:00 PM

Metazoa Brewing Company – Marvel Trivia Night, 5:45–8:30 PM

The Corner Bar (Hotel Indy) – “Holiday Hangover” ft. Russ Baum Trio, 6:30–9:00 PMGRT Hot Glass Studios – Sculpted Glass Birds Workshop, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Indiana Pacers vs. Toronto Raptors, 7:00 PM

Hilbert Circle Theatre – Uncharted: The Resurrection Mixtape (ISO), 7:30 PM

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre – The Mousetrap, 7:30 PM

Chatterbox Jazz Club – The Tucker Brothers, 5:00–7:30 PM

The Whispering Shelf – Sci-Fi Syndicate Book Club, 6:30–7:30 PM

Cafe Oztara (Damien Center) – House Blend (Sober Dance Party), 6:00–8:00 PM

Helium Comedy Club – Michael Palascak (Live Comedy), 6:00 PM

Chatterbox Jazz Club – Steven Jones Trio, 5:00–7:30 PM

Upland Brewing, Carmel – DIY Epoxy Art Workshop, 6:00 PM

Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Indiana Pacers vs. New Orleans Pelicans, 7:00 PM

Indiana State Fairgrounds – Indianapolis Home Show, 10:00 AM–8:00 PM

Hilbert Circle Theatre – The Three Mexican Tenors (ISO), 7:30 PM

Carmel Arts & Design District – Carmel Festival of Ice (Day 1), 4:00–6:00 PM

Indiana Farmers Coliseum – Indy Fuel vs. Kalamazoo Wings, 7:00 PM

Indiana Convention Center – JAMfest Cheer Super Nationals, All Day

Helium Comedy Club – Michael Colyar Comedy Shows, 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM

UU Church of Indy – Songbirds in the Snow, 7:00 PM

The Vogue – The Taylor Party (Dance Night), 9:00 PM

Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre – Bridal Expo, 12:00–4:00 PM

The Vogue – R&B Ain’t Dead (Day Party), 4:00–8:00 PM

Indiana State Museum – Sensory-Friendly Afternoon, 3:00–5:00 PM

Sun King Brewery – Paint & Sip, 5:00–7:30 PM

Madam Walker Legacy Center – MLK Day Youth Service Event, 9:30 AM–3:00 PM

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis – Free Admission Day, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Madam Walker Legacy Center – MLK Day Celebration, 7:00 PM

Citywide – Devour Indy Winterfest (Opening Day), All Day

Indiana State Fairgrounds – Indianapolis Home Show, 10:00 AM–7:00 PM