Museum Event Events

Today Thursday, Oct 1, 2026

Today·4 p.m.–8 p.m.

First Thursday Night at The Children’s Museum

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $6

Museum Event

Also happening today

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tomorrow Friday, Oct 2, 2026

Tomorrow·6 p.m.–9 p.m.

First Friday Gallery Opening: October 2026

Harrison Center for the Arts

ExhibitMuseum EventFall Festival

Also happening October 2, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Oct 3, 2026

Also happening October 3, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Oct 4, 2026

Also happening October 4, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Oct 5, 2026

Also happening October 5, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Oct 6, 2026

Also happening October 6, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026

Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm

Indiana State Museum $13 per child (includes child's museum admission); members 25% off

Babies/ToddlersClassFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Also happening October 7, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Oct 8, 2026

Also happening October 8, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Oct 9, 2026

Friday, Oct 9, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Friday, Oct 9, 2026·6 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Night at the Boo Bash

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersCommunity EventCraft EventDanceExhibitFair/FestivalFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersFall FestivalHalloweenTrick-or-Treat

Also happening October 9, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Oct 10, 2026

Saturday, Oct 10, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 10, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Oct 11, 2026

Sunday, Oct 11, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 11, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Oct 12, 2026

Monday, Oct 12, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Messy Mondays

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersClassMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Also happening October 12, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026

Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 13, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026

Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 14, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Oct 15, 2026

Thursday, Oct 15, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 15, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Oct 16, 2026

Friday, Oct 16, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 16, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Oct 17, 2026

Saturday, Oct 17, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm

Indiana State Museum $13 per child (includes child's museum admission); members 25% off

Babies/ToddlersClassFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Saturday, Oct 17, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Saturday, Oct 17, 2026·1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

Young Explorers: Ghost Detectives

Indiana State Museum

ClassExhibitMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytimeHalloween

Saturday, Oct 17, 2026·7 p.m.

After Dark: Sports and Spells

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

Fall FunAdults OnlyMuseum EventHalloween

Also happening October 17, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Oct 18, 2026

Sunday, Oct 18, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Sensory-friendly

Sunday, Oct 18, 2026·3 p.m.–5 p.m.

Sensory Friendly Afternoon

Indiana State Museum Included with museum admission; free for members

Community EventExhibitMuseum EventSensory FriendlySpecial Needs

Also happening October 18, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Oct 19, 2026

Monday, Oct 19, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Messy Mondays

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersClassMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Also happening October 19, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026

Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 20, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026

Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026·7 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Twilight Tales: Strange Encounters

Indiana State Museum $25 per person; members 25% off

Babies/ToddlersCommunity EventCraft EventDanceExhibitFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersFall FestivalHalloweenHoliday FestivalTrick-or-Treat

Also happening October 21, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Oct 22, 2026

Thursday, Oct 22, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 22, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Oct 23, 2026

Friday, Oct 23, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Friday, Oct 23, 2026·7 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Twilight Tales: Strange Encounters

Indiana State Museum $25 per person; members 25% off

Babies/ToddlersCommunity EventCraft EventDanceExhibitFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersFall FestivalHalloweenHoliday FestivalTrick-or-Treat

Also happening October 23, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026·9 a.m.–10 a.m.

Toddler Time: Halloween Hullabaloo

Indiana State Museum $13 per child (separate ticket; members 25% off)

Babies/ToddlersClassFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytimeHalloween

Free

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026·10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Community Celebration

Eiteljorg Museum

Fall FunFree Admission DayMuseum EventMusic/Dance PerformanceOutdoorsWeekend Pick

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Saturday, Oct 24, 2026·6:30 p.m.–9 p.m.

Twilight Fright

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $30 per person (adults and youth); member discount available

Museum EventHalloweenWeekend Pick

Also happening October 24, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Oct 25, 2026

Sunday, Oct 25, 2026·noon–5 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 25, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Oct 26, 2026

Also happening October 26, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026

Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 27, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026

Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Toddler Time: Halloween Hullabaloo

Indiana State Museum $13 per child (separate ticket; members 25% off)

Babies/ToddlersClassFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytimeHalloween

Also happening October 28, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Oct 29, 2026

Thursday, Oct 29, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Thursday, Oct 29, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Toddler Time: Halloween Hullabaloo

Indiana State Museum $13 per child (separate ticket; members 25% off)

Babies/ToddlersClassFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytimeHalloween

Also happening October 29, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Oct 30, 2026

Friday, Oct 30, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m. & 4 p.m.–9 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 30, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Oct 31, 2026

Saturday, Oct 31, 2026·10 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House: Fright Academy

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $9; $8 members; $5 with Access Pass

Fall FunMuseum EventHalloweenTrick-or-TreatEditor's Picks

Also happening October 31, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Nov 1, 2026

Also happening November 1, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Nov 2, 2026

Also happening November 2, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

Also happening November 3, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026

Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026·10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Small Wonders: Explosive Art

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersClassCraft EventFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Also happening November 4, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Nov 5, 2026

Thursday, Nov 5, 2026·4 p.m.–8 p.m.

First Thursday Night at The Children’s Museum

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis $6

Museum Event

Also happening November 5, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Nov 6, 2026

Also happening November 6, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Nov 7, 2026

Also happening November 7, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Nov 8, 2026

Also happening November 8, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Nov 9, 2026

Also happening November 9, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026

Also happening November 10, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026

Also happening November 11, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026

Also happening November 12, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Friday, Nov 13, 2026

Also happening November 13, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Saturday, Nov 14, 2026

Saturday, Nov 14, 2026·1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

Young Explorers: Space Explorers

Indiana State Museum

Babies/ToddlersClassCraft EventFall FunMuseum EventPreschoolersStorytime

Also happening November 14, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Sunday, Nov 15, 2026

Sensory-friendly

Sunday, Nov 15, 2026·3 p.m.–5 p.m.

Sensory Friendly Afternoon

Indiana State Museum Included with museum admission; free for members

Community EventExhibitMuseum EventSensory FriendlySpecial Needs

Also happening November 15, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Monday, Nov 16, 2026

Also happening November 16, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event

Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026

Also happening November 17, 2026

Through Jan 3, 2027·All day

Tiana’s Joyful Celebration

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Included with museum admission

Museum Event