EARTH, WIND & FIRE
Indianapolis, are you ready for some good ol’ soul music that makes you get up and dance? You’re in luck, because Earth, Wind & Fire is back, but this time with special guest CHIC featuring Nile Rogers. The concert will take place downtown at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Aug. 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $39.50. Visit ticketmaster.com to purchase tickets.
‘WEST SIDE STORY’
Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is transported to New York City, as two young idealistic lovers struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice. “West Side Story” is coming to Beef and Boards from Aug. 17–Oct. 1. Tickets start at $42.50 and can be purchased by calling the box office at (317) 872-9664. Visit beefandboards.com for more information.
GEN CON COMES TO INDY
Gen Con, the longest-running and best-attended gaming convention in the world, returns to the Indiana Convention Center Aug. 17–20. This convention will bring 49,000 people to downtown Indy. Visit gencon.com for more information.
AUGUST ALSINA
Get ready, Indianapolis, for Houston R&B singer August Alsina, as he is set to hit the stage of the Old National Centre on Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $25 to $65, or $200 for VIP. For more information, visit livenation.com.
SOULFUL TASTE
For great food, shopping, and vendors, Soulful Taste featuring Andrew Young is the perfect move! On Sunday, Aug. 20, at 1115 N. Arlington Ave., this event will be filled with food, dancing, music and fun that the entire family can enjoy! For more information, call (317) 351-0050.
MOVIE NIGHT
Join the Arthur R. Baxter YMCA for a movie night perfect for the whole family. This event will be held from 8:30–10:45 p.m. at 7900 Shelby St., Indianapolis, IN 46227. Pricing is $5 per person and $15 per family. Food and drinks will be available for purchase as well.
