The IN List 2026: July 6 - 12
The IN List shares the top experiences and events going on this week in & around Southern Indiana. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupinsoin throughout the week for any event changes or additions. If you want to be the first to hear about what's happening in and around Southern Indiana every week, be sure to subscribe to this free newsletter here.
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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday, July 6
FREE EVENTS
10-11am. New Albany Main Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Stories, rhymes, songs, and play for toddlers and their caregivers.
10:30-11:30am. The Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Stories, songs, and movement activities followed by an art project to take home. For preschool ages. Registration required.
12-12:45pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Free lunch available to anyone ages 18 and under. Drop by the cafe area on the upper floor. No registration required.
Family Cinema: Super Hero Lego Shorts
1pm. New Albany Main Library, Applegate Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Enjoy a fun screening of Super Hero Lego short films at the library! All ages welcome.
Meet & Make: Cardboard Loom Weaving Series
3-6pm. The Cultural Arts Center, Jane Barth Anderson Meeting Room. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A hands-on fiber art workshop series where participants learn to create weavings on handmade cardboard looms. Registration required.
4-4:45pm. New Albany Central Library, Applegate Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Sensory Friendly Storytime is a special storytime for children who may have felt left out or nervous to go to other storytimes.
6-6:45pm. The Cultural Arts Center Gallery. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Step into a world of wonder as the museum transforms into a cozy storytelling haven at dusk. For children ages 3-8 and their families. Registration required.
7-9pm. The Earl. Recurring weekly on Monday. New Albany, IN. Free event.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
9am-12pm. SIGS Gym New Albany. Offered weekdays M-F. Fun open play for friends under 54”. Two large bounce houses, a huge slide, trampolines, a foam pit, and lots of space to run, jump, and play! $8/child or $40 punch card for 6 visits or multiple kids.
9:30-11am. SIGS Gym New Albany. Offered Mondays & Wednesdays. Limited to first 20 child participants. Our TOT SPOT program is for children 3 and under for socialization, movement, and music. Students will meet in our Launch Pad UPSTAIRS and complete some obstacles, and there will be music, games, and storytime. One adult may enter with a child.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
Enter 7-10pm, route closes 11:30pm. Louisville Zoo. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Four immersive themed realms of handcrafted Chinese lantern displays – Magical Forest, Magical Ocean, Pre-Historic Animals, and Wondrous Asia. Thursdays-Sundays through July 26. Tickets $16-35.
Tuesday, July 7
FREE EVENTS
10-10:35am. New Albany Main Library, Applegate Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Join us on Tuesday mornings for songs and stories! For ages 2 and under.
11am-12pm. New Albany Central Library, Applegate Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. You’re invited to join us each week as we learn about themes like kindness, empathy, and family through different stories, songs, and crafts from around the world. This storytime is designed with kids ages 3-6 in mind, but all kids and families are welcome.
12-12:45pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Free lunch available to anyone ages 18 and under. Drop by the cafe area on the upper floor. No registration required.
1-2pm. Galena Digital Library, Reading Room. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. An early literacy, interactive, lapsit storytime for infants to 23 months and caregivers using rhymes, songs, puppets, instruments, and colored scarves. Followed by 30 minutes of play and social time. Registration required.
Origin Stories and Mask Making
1pm. The Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A creative workshop exploring origin stories through the art of mask making. Registration required.
Sellersburg Teen/Adult Crochet Club
5:30-6:30pm. Sellersburg Library. Bring your crochet or knitting project to work on. Open to tweens, teens, and adults. No registration required.
5pm. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Learn the basics of using a sewing machine in this beginner-friendly workshop at the Galena branch. Registration required.
6-6:45pm. New Albany Main Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Join us for a Pajama Party every Tuesday evening at the New Albany Library! Come in your pajamas and bring a favorite blanket and stuffed animal if you like. The children’s librarians will lead our Pajama Storytime with fun “bedtime” stories, rhymes and songs. Make this special storytime a part of your family’s regular weekly bedtime routine.
6pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A lively and entertaining program celebrating classic literature and performance. All ages welcome.
7-9pm. Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. JEOPARDY! Bar League, the official bar trivia experience from America’s Favorite Quiz Show is at Dog Haus Biergarten every Tuesday! Free event.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats
6:35pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. Triple-A baseball! The Omaha Storm Chasers, Triple-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, visit Louisville for a six-game homestand before the MLB All-Star break. Series runs July 7-12. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Dive under the sea with Ariel as she follows her heart, makes magical new friends, and dares to chase her dreams in this enchanting Broadway musical. Runs through August 9. Tickets required.
Wednesday, July 8
FREE EVENTS
10am. Silver Street Park, New Albany, IN. Take storytime outside this summer! Join us for stories, songs, and fun in the park. For children and families. No registration required.
10-10:45am. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Join us at Galena on Wednesdays to wiggle our wiggles out, read stories and sing songs!
11-11:45am. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Pre-K Storytime helps children ages 3-5 get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, and fun activities that build early literacy and social skills. Siblings are welcome! No registration required.
12-12:45pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Free lunch available to anyone ages 18 and under. Drop by the cafe area on the upper floor. No registration required.
3-7pm. Southern Indiana Visitor Center. 228 Spring St., Ste. 106, Jeffersonville, IN. SoIN Tourism unveils three brand-new poster prizes designed by local Henryville artist Adam Kleinert. Join for the poster reveal at 3:30pm, an artist meet-and-greet, and family-friendly activities. Passholders who check in at five passport locations can claim a new poster. Free and open to the public.
1-2pm. Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Join us for an afternoon of early literacy fun for babies! There will be stories, songs, and sensory activities for babies to interact with at the end of the program. Registration required.
4-5pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Come hang out each Wednesday and enjoy a different activity each week. Activities will range from play-doh to crafts to LEGOs! For Kids ages 6-11 years old. No registration required.
7pm. Recbar New Albany. Recurring weekly on Wednesday.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
9:30-11am. SIGS Gym New Albany. Offered Mondays & Wednesdays. Limited to first 20 child participants. Our TOT SPOT program is for children 3 and under for socialization, movement, and music. Students will meet in our Launch Pad UPSTAIRS and complete some obstacles, and there will be music, games, and storytime. One adult may enter with a child.
2-3:30pm. New Albany Main Library, The Gallery Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. This class covers the basics of using a mouse and keyboard, important terminology, and the essential parts of a computer. Registration required. Free to attend.
2pm. The Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Create your own stained glass-inspired artwork using tin foil in this hands-on craft program. Registration required. Free to attend.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
4pm. New Albany Main Library, Auditorium. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Enjoy a screening of the animated superhero hit Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem at the library. All ages welcome.
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats
6:35pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid — Matinee
Doors open 11:45am, dinner 11:45am-12:45pm, show 1pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Doors open 6pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
8pm. Mercury Ballroom. 611 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202. Rising country artist Corey Kent brings his heartland sound to Louisville. Tickets required.
Thursday, July 9
FREE EVENTS
10:30-11:30am. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Join us at Galena on Thursdays as we move and groove to some fun books, basic rhythms and rhymes, and different music genres! We’ll use things like a drum, hand bells, rhythm sticks, egg shakers, or scarves in this lively and interactive storytime. Moove & Groove will help build early literacy skills, social interaction, and blossoming young music lovers!
10:30am-12pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Kids ages 6–12 (and their siblings) are invited to play fun board and card games, build teamwork and problem-solving skills, and make new friends. A weekly social and educational space just for homeschool families!
12-12:45pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Free lunch available to anyone ages 18 and under. Drop by the cafe area on the upper floor. No registration required.
2-3:30pm. New Albany Main Library, The Gallery Meeting Room. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. This class teaches the basics of using the internet, including web browsers, search engines, and the parts of a website. Registration required. Free to attend.
4pm. Galena Digital Library, Conference Room. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting, and camera settings in this beginner-friendly workshop. Registration required. Free to attend.
Darshwood: The Never Not Amazing Magic Show
5pm. New Albany Central Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Did you know that you have magic inside of you? Discover for yourself the mysteries on offer in this family fun adventure of spectacular thrills hosted by local magician Richard Darshwood. ASTONISHMENT IS GUARANTEED! For all ages. Registration encouraged.
6-7:30pm. New Albany Central Library. Hang out with us every Thursday from 6:00 to 7:30pm in the Teen Scene! Take a break in the middle of the week with a new activity, game, craft, or anything else we dream up, plus snacks! All kids ages 11-18 welcome.
Surfside Summer Jams: Joslyn & The Sweet Compression
Doors open 7pm, band plays 8-9:30pm. The Depot at NoCo. 701 Michigan Ave., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Free weekly summer concert series at Jeffersonville’s coolest venue. DJ Matt Anthony opens with a vinyl set at 7pm. All ages welcome. Bag chairs encouraged for the lawn. Full bar, food trucks, boutique shops and more!
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
6-8pm. American Legion Sellersburg. Every Thursday we have a line dance class. All ages welcome, $5 per person (Legion members are free). We start with Ultra Beginner dances and work our way up. Wear comfortable shoes and prepare to have fun while getting your steps in.
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats
6:35pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
Enter 7-10pm, route closes 11:30pm. Louisville Zoo. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Four immersive themed realms of handcrafted Chinese lantern displays – Magical Forest, Magical Ocean, Pre-Historic Animals, and Wondrous Asia. Thursdays-Sundays through July 26. Tickets $16-35.
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Friday, July 10
FREE EVENTS
10-11am. New Albany Main Library. Foster a love of learning through stories! Join us for books and songs followed by activities that encourage the development of early literacy skills. For ages 3-6. No registration required.
Galena Party at the Veterans Museum
11am. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. A special celebration event for library patrons at the Veterans Museum space. All ages welcome.
Community Music Alliance Free Concert
12-12:45pm. Floyd County Library, Main Upstairs Reading Area. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Free lunchtime concert held on the first Friday of every month. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
10am-1pm. Jeffersonville Township Public Library. 211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. The Friends of the Library host a Book Sale on the 2nd & 4th Fridays and Saturdays of each month, 10am-1pm. Located on the lower level of the main library.
Fruity Friends: Needle Felted Mini Magnets
3-4:45pm. The Cultural Arts Center, Jane Barth Anderson Meeting Room. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A hands-on needle felting workshop where participants transform soft wool fibers into miniature fruits — apples, strawberries, or pears — and turn them into fridge magnets. Beginner-friendly. All materials provided. Participants should be old enough to handle sharp tools with minimal supervision. Registration required.
4pm. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Hands-on STEM building activities for kids. Come build, create, and explore! No registration required.
Darshwood: The Never Not Amazing Magic Show
5:30pm. Floyd County Library. 180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A second performance of local magician Richard Darshwood’s spectacular family magic show. ASTONISHMENT IS GUARANTEED! For all ages. Registration encouraged.
Bicentennial Park Summer Concert Series: Sydney Sleadd & The Swarm with Shimona
6:30-9:30pm. Bicentennial Park. Corner of Spring & Pearl Streets, Historic Downtown New Albany, IN. Free Friday night concert series presented by Mayor Jeff Gahan and the City of New Albany. Sponsored by CLLB Law, Caesars Foundation of Floyd County, and 91.9 WFPK. Family-friendly and open to all ages.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats — Surviving Island Humidity Night
7:15pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. The Bats play as the Louisville Humidity! Meet Rupert Boneham, beloved fan-favorite and two-time Survivor castaway, at the ballpark. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
7-10pm (enter by 10pm, route closes 11:30pm). Louisville Zoo. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Tickets $16-35.
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Saturday, July 11
FREE EVENTS
8am-12pm. 202 E Market St. New Albany, IN. Our year-round market offers a diverse selection of fresh, locally sourced products, including fruits and vegetables, meats, handcrafted goods, and more. It’s a hub of activity that also features live local entertainment, health and wellness activities, and special kids’ events throughout the day, making it a destination for all ages.
Tails & Tales: Read to Mia the Therapy Dog
10am. Galena Branch. Come read to therapy dog Mia! She loves to have stories read to her. Each person who signs up will have a 10 minute time slot to read one-on-one. Up to 6 readers each visit. Registration required.
Galena Saturday Morning Storytime
10:30am. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. A special Saturday morning storytime at the Galena branch for kids and families. No registration required.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
10am-1pm. Jeffersonville Township Public Library. 211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. The Friends of the Library host a Book Sale on the 2nd & 4th Fridays and Saturdays of each month, 10am-1pm. Located on the lower level of the main library.
Sketchbook Saturday: Building Artistic Skills One Page at a Time
1:30pm. The Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. A hands-on art workshop focused on developing artistic skills through sketchbook practice. One page at a time, participants build confidence and creativity. Registration required.
4pm. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Hands-on STEM building activities for kids. Come build, create, and explore! No registration required.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats — Mash & Bash Night
7:15pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. Mash & Bash Night returns! A celebration of Louisville’s bourbon heritage at the ballpark. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Louisville City FC vs. Lexington SC — Commonwealth Cup
7pm. Lynn Family Stadium. 350 Adams St., Louisville, KY 40206. The annual Commonwealth Cup returns as LouCity hosts rival Lexington SC in this Republic Bank-presented derby. USL Championship professional men’s soccer. Tickets at loucity.com.
A.J. Croce Presents Croce Plays Croce
Doors open 7pm, show 8pm. Caesars Event Center at Caesars Southern Indiana. 11999 Casino Center Dr. SE, Elizabeth, IN 47117. A.J. Croce performs the songs of his legendary father Jim Croce — including “Time in a Bottle,” “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown,” and “Operator” — in this intimate and heartfelt tribute. 21+ facility, ID required. Tickets required.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
7-10pm (enter by 10pm, route closes 11:30pm). Louisville Zoo. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Tickets $16-35.
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Sunday, July 12
FREE EVENTS
4-7pm. The Enchanted Forest & Music Hall. Join us for Sunday Fun Days with Music Bingo powered by Last Call.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Omaha Storm Chasers at Louisville Bats — Root Beer Float Day
1:05pm. Louisville Slugger Field. 401 E. Main St., Louisville, KY 40202. Root Beer Float Day at the ballpark! Final game of the homestand before the MLB All-Star break. Tickets at milb.com/louisville.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid — Sunday Matinee
Doors open 11:45am, dinner 11:45am-12:55pm, show 1:30pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Dive under the sea with Ariel as she follows her heart, makes magical new friends, and dares to chase her dreams in this enchanting Broadway musical. Runs through August 9. Tickets required.
Killer Queen — A Tribute to Queen ft. Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury
8pm. The Louisville Palace. 625 S. 4th St., Louisville, KY 40202. The world’s leading Queen tribute band brings the full glory of a Queen concert to the Louisville Palace, with Patrick Myers delivering a jaw-dropping Freddie Mercury performance. Tickets required.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
7-10pm (enter by 10pm, route closes 11:30pm). Louisville Zoo. 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Tickets $16-35.
