We are doing something a little different with our Arts and Culture Calendars this month.
This Weekend in the Arts is one of our most popular series, so we have decided to expand it to include pop-ups, festivals, concerts and ongoing art and museum exhibitions throughout the month. Welcome to the first edition of our monthly Community Arts Calendar.
September sees the last few days of summer before the leaves start to turn and although kiddos are back in school, there’s still plenty to do in and around Indianapolis.
Thursday, Sept. 5
Indianapolis’ True Oktoberfest 2024
German American Klub Indianapolis, 8602 S. Meridian St.
4-10 p.m. (Recurring through Sept.7)
$5; children 12 and under are free
Presented by the German American Klub, the 50th annual Indianapolis Oktoberfest boasts a weekend full of family fun, live music, dancing, vendors and of course, local craft beer, wein, food and desserts to enjoy.
indianapolisgak.com/gakevents/oktoberfest
ICO at Riverside Park
Taggart Amphitheatre, Riverside Park, 1856 Burdsal Pkwy
7:30 p.m.
Free
The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra is performing a free concert alongside students from Global Prep Academy at Riverside Park. In celebration of Brazil’s independence in September, the ICO will also perform Barroso’s “Brazil.”
Friday, Sept. 6
57th Annual Penrod Arts Fair
Newfields, 4000 N. Michigan Road
9 a.m. to 5 p.m (Recurring through Sept. 7)
$15-$20
One of the largest single-day art fairs in the U.S., the 55th Annual Penrod Art Fair is returning to Newfields this year with live music, food and drinks, and more than 100 artists to browse and shop from.
First Friday Artist Market
Fountain Square, 1101 Virginia Ave.
6-9 p.m.
Free
Celebrate September’s First Friday with a line up of 16 local artisans, including a live mural painting, at Fountain Square Plaza and College Avenue Plaza.
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival
Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN
5-10 p.m.
$13 for members, $26 for nonmembers; children 2 and younger are free
Complete with hot air balloon rides, live music, food and drinks and activities for the kids, the annual Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival is an entire weekend of fun for the whole family.
Saturday Sept. 7
“Shining a Light” Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Monument Circle, 1 Monument Circle
6-9 p.m.
Free
Returning for a third year in a row, Shining a Light aims to celebrate Hoosiers of hispanic heritage by projecting a video of “Our Light. Nuestra Luz” on the AES building downtown in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
2024 French Market
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 4217 N. Central Ave.
Noon to 10 p.m.
Free
This free, one-day festival aims to honor French culture and heritage, complete with traditional French cuisines prepared on-site, French wines, live music, a craft fair and Mass a the 100-year-old French Cathedral.
Sunday, Sept. 8
Levitt VIBE Indianapolis Music Series Concert
Garfield Park, 2432 Conservatory Dr.
Noon to 3 p.m.
Free
Levitt VIBE concert series is bringing a variety of live music, poetry, food trucks and kids activities to Garfield Park each Sunday in September and October.
Rock for Riley concert
Rathskeller at the Athenaeum, 401 E. Michigan St.
5-8 p.m.
$20
Featuring artist Hank Ruff, Rock for Riley is a 21+ fundraising concert for Riley Children’s Health. Admission includes a T-shirt and silent auction bidding runs from 9 a.m. Sept. 3 to 6 p.m. on Sept. 11.
Monday, Sept. 9
Canal Calm: Monthly Monday Sound Bath
Orange Bridge, 701 Canal Walk
7-8 p.m.
Free
Every second Monday of the month, join The Hot Room along the Canal for an hour of relaxation via a sound meditation.
Tuesday, Sept. 10
Concert & Jam hosted by Emma Hedrick & Christopher Pitts featuring Brandon Meeks Quartet
Indianapolis Artsgarden, 110 W. Washington St.
7-8:30 p.m.
Free
On Tuesday’s Emma Hedrick and Christopher Pitts put on a lively jam session featuring a variety of musical styles in addition to Indy’s top local jazz musicians as guests.
Wednesday, Sept. 11
The Original Farmers’ Market
Monument Circle, 1 Monument Circle
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Recurring every Wednesday)
Free
Originally located at the Indianapolis City Market, the Original Farmers’ Market temporarily relocated for the 2024 growing season. The announced market lineup features returning businesses such as Flying Dirt Farm, Kim’s Key Lime cookies and Moonlight Baking Co.
indycm.com/original-farmers-market
Sunrise Yoga on the Canal
Admiral Spruance Basin, 410 W. 10th St.
6:30-7:30 a.m. (Recurring every Wednesday)
Free
Find your breath as the sun comes up, for one hour every Wednesday morning. Presented by The Hot Room and Indy Cultural Trail, guests are invited to join a guided outdoor yoga flow session along the canal.
Poetry & More Open Mic Night
Indy Reads, 1066 Virginia Ave.
6 p.m.
Free
Each second Wednesday, Indy Reads opens the stage to local poets, storytellers and more to read and perform their work in a family-friendly environment. Dancers, singers, songwriters and all types of performances are welcome.
indyreads.org/event/poetry-more-open-mic-night-11
Friday, Sept. 13
Hip-Hop on the Water
Urban Wilderness Trail, 600 Porto Alegre St.
7 p.m. (Recurring through Sept. 14)
Free
Presenting a weekend full of live music, Hip-Hop on the Water will bring a variety of new, emerging and professional artists, DJs and dance performers for the community to support and enjoy while relaxing along the White River. There will be food and beverage vendors onsite, but guests are encouraged to bring their own seating.
indyarts.org/event/hip-hop-on-the-water
New Harmony Project presents PlayFest Indy
Locations vary, check website
7:30-9 p.m.
Free; reservations encouraged
The Inaugural PlayFest Indy invites theater lovers to engage with playwrights and their new works during a showcase of eight concert-style readings followed by an optional post-performance discussion.
Saturday, Sept. 14
AfroStylez Fashion Show: Heritage and Harmony
Global Village Welcome Center, 4233 Lafayette Road
6-10 p.m.
$20-$30
Presented by Indy Black Professionals, the third annual Afrostylez Fashion Show will uplift African fashion, culture and community through a runway show, designer showcase, food, music and live entertainment.
Celebrating Latino and Hispanic Heritage
Indiana Historical Society, 450 W. Ohio St.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Recurring through Oct. 12)
$5-15
In honor of Latino and Hispanic Heritage Month, the Indiana Historical Society’s traveling exhibit, “Be Heard: Latino Experiences in Indiana,” will be on display for the next four weeks. Visitors are encouraged to engage with special programing celebrating the rich culture, fashion and art of Hoosier Latinos.
indianahistory.org/events/celebrating-latino-and-hispanic-heritage
Indy Night Market
Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St.
5 p.m.
Free
Hosted at the Bicentennial Unity Plaza, the Indy Night Market aims to bring the community together through food, art, music and culture. The event is family friendly and offers interactive activities, giveaways and prizes throughout the night.
Sunday, Sept. 15
2024 Festival of Faiths
University Park, 307 N. Meridian St.
1-5 p.m.
Free
The 11th annual Festival of Faiths is Indiana’s largest one-day celebration of the Hoosiers’ religious diversity. Since its conception, the festival has grown steadily, showcasing local organizations and business vendors, activities and discussions across faith traditions.
indycic.org/festival-of-faiths
Roots Music Festival Presented by Underground Sound
The Park at the Phoenix, 712 N. Illinois St.
1-10 p.m.
$30
Come together to enjoy a festival showcasing the “next generation” of hip-hop, R&B and neo soul musicians and artists with performances by a variety of Midwestern artists and DJs with local vendors to shop from.
eventbrite.com/e/roots-music-festival-presented-by-underground-sound-tickets-994054121637
The calendars will be updated weekly at Indianapolisrecorder.com.
Please note: Admission and ticket prices listed are general and before taxes/fees.
Contact Arts & Culture Reporter Chloe McGowan at 317-762-7848. Follow her on Twitter @chloe_mcgowanxx.
I’m thrilled to see the September Community Arts Calendar! It’s great to have a comprehensive list of upcoming events that highlight the rich artistic culture in our community and encourage participation.
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