Some of the best family memories start with a simple night out.
A child seeing their first ballet. Dressing up for a holiday show. Sharing popcorn before the curtain rises. Hearing a favorite song performed live. At Hendricks Live!, these are the moments that turn an ordinary family outing into something everyone remembers.
A Welcoming Place for a Family Night Out
Located in downtown Plainfield, Hendricks Live! is Hendricks County’s home for arts, entertainment, and community. The performing arts venue brings concerts, theatre, dance, comedy, and family programming to a state-of-the-art theatre just west of Indianapolis.
But the experience goes beyond what happens on stage. Hendricks Live! is focused on creating five-star moments at every visit, with free nearby parking, affordable concessions, comfortable family-friendly seating, and a welcoming team committed to making every guest feel like a star.
Most importantly, Hendricks Live! is a place of belonging. Families of all kinds are welcome to experience something new, spend meaningful time together, and create memories that last long after the curtain closes. Whether it’s a child’s very first live performance or a tradition the whole family looks forward to year after year, there’s always another core memory waiting to be unlocked.
Fall and Holiday Shows for Families
This fall and holiday season offers plenty of opportunities to make a memory. On November 14, We Call It Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show reimagines the classic fairy tale through ballet and illuminated costumes. Families can continue the holiday tradition with Hendricks Civic Theatre’s It’s a Wonderful Life December 3–6, Hendricks Symphony’s Home for the Holidays December 11–13, and The Children’s Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker December 18–19.
Upcoming Family-Friendly Performances
We Call It Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show
November 14, 2026, at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
A unique combination of classical ballet and modern technology brings Sleeping Beauty to life with local dancers and illuminated costumes.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Presented by Hendricks Civic Theatre
- December 3, 2026: 7:30 p.m.
- December 4, 2026: 7:30 p.m.
- December 5, 2026: 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- December 6, 2026: 2:30 p.m.
Home for the Holidays
Presented by Hendricks Symphony
- December 11, 2026: 7:30 p.m.
- December 12, 2026: 7:30 p.m.
- December 13, 2026: 3 p.m.
A festive orchestral celebration featuring holiday favorites, including music from John Williams’ beloved Home Alone score.
The Nutcracker
Presented by The Children’s Ballet with music by Hendricks Symphony
- December 18, 2026: 7 p.m.
- December 19, 2026: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
The beloved holiday ballet comes to life with youth performers, professional dancers, and live music.
Plan Your Visit
Hendricks Live!
200 W. Main Street
Plainfield, IN 46168
Free parking is available nearby at the Plainfield Downtown Parking Structure. Tickets, pricing, additional performance information, and a complete calendar of events are available at hendrickslive.org.
Core memories, unlocked. Five-star moments, waiting to happen. Plan your family’s next outing at Hendricks Live! and discover what’s waiting on stage.
