The IN List 2026: May 18 - 24
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, May 18
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.
Wiggles & Giggles Learning Lab
10am-12pm. Griffin Recreation Center New Albany, IN. The Learning Lab offers a range of playful learning opportunities for young children. Monthly sensory bins, engaging STEM activities, and creative crafts are just a few of the adventures awaiting your little ones! Free event. Ages 5 and under.
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.
3-6pm. Cultural Arts Center. 201 E Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150. Bug in a bag. Get ready for a creative, eco-friendly art series where imagination meets sustainability. In this 4-week program, patrons will bring, swap, and transform everyday materials into imaginative bug creations. From quirky and whimsical to detailed and realistic, each bug will become part of a collaborative community “Bug Garden” display. Registration required.
4-4:45pm. New Albany Central Library. 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.
Tails & Tales: Mia the Therapy Dog
4-5pm. Galena Branch. Come read to therapy dog, Mia! She loves to have stories read to her! Anyone can come read to her, each person who signs up will have a 10 minute time slot to read one on one for up to 6 readers each visit. Registration required.
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.
Tuesday, May 19
FREE EVENTS
10-10:35am. New Albany Central Library. 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. 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. Join us every Tuesday at 11am to discover if it really is a small world after all.
1-2pm. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Mother Goose on the Loose is an early literacy, interactive, lapsit storytime that uses rhymes and songs to help pre-reading children get ready for school and reading. This fun-filled 30 minute session, for infants to 23 months and caregivers (older siblings are welcome), will incorporate music, movement, repetition, positive reinforcement, nursery rhymes, puppets, musical instruments, colored scarves, and short book readings. After the storytime, we'll have 30 minutes of play and social time. *Adult participation is required in order to strengthen bonds between caregiver and child. It is most beneficial when children experience the program on a weekly basis and each caregiver will be given a lesson to follow along and practice at home.
6-6:45pm. New Albany Central 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.
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
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Opening week of Calendar Girls - a warm, funny tale about a group of women who pose for a cheeky charity calendar and accidentally become a national sensation. Dinner theater in the round. Runs through June 28. Tickets required.
Wednesday, May 20
FREE EVENTS
10:30-11:30am. Galena Digital Library. 6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119. Join us at Galena on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. 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.
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.
Gates open 11:30am, first race 12:45pm. Churchill Downs, Louisville KY. Spring Meet racing continues through June. Tickets required.
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls
Doors open 6pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Thursday, May 21
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!
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.
7-10pm. The Depot at Noco. New name, same great concerts! Surfside Summer Jams features local and regional bands at Jeffersonville's coolest venue EVERY THURSDAY, May-September. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. Bag chairs are encouraged for the lawn. The Depot features a full bar, food trucks, boutique shops and more!
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Abbey Road on the River - Opening Day
Gates open 10am. Big Four Station Park. 228 Spring St., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. The world's largest Beatles-inspired music festival kicks off its 25th year! 50+ bands across 5 stages over 5 days (May 21-25). Headliners include Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone, The Cowsills, and Laurence Juber of Paul McCartney's Wings. 1-day GA $49, reserved $79. Ages 17 and under free with paid adult ticket. Tickets at arotr.com.
5pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets 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.
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.
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Friday, May 22
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.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Gates open 10am. Big Four Station Park. 228 Spring St., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Day 2 of 5. 1-day GA $49, reserved $79 (ages 17 and under free). Tickets at arotr.com.
Gates open 11:30am, first race 12:45pm. Churchill Downs, Louisville KY. Guests 60 and older can enjoy lunch on Millionaires' Row for just $50. 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. Opening night of Wild Lights 2026! Journey through four immersive themed realms - Magical Forest, Magical Ocean, Pre-Historic Animals, and Wondrous Asia - brought to life with brand-new handcrafted Chinese lantern displays. Thursdays-Sundays through July 26. Tickets $16-35.
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Saturday, May 23
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.
Star Valley Strawberry Festival
10am-10pm. Borden Community Park. 875 E. Main St., Borden, IN 47106. A 40+ year tradition! The famous build-your-own strawberry shortcake bar, strawberry smoothies, chocolate-covered strawberries, 100+ vendors, live music all day, bounce houses, horse rides, petting zoo, face painting, and a Berry Run 5K. Free admission.
TICKETS OR PAID ADMISSION REQUIRED
Sportsdrome Speedway. 1207 Kopp Ln, Clarksville, IN 47129. A 50,000+ sq. ft. inflatable adventure featuring the World’s Largest Bounce House, a 900-foot obstacle course, live DJs, and nonstop high-energy fun.
Gates open 10am. Big Four Station Park. 228 Spring St., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Tickets required.
Racing Louisville FC vs. North Carolina Courage
4pm. Lynn Family Stadium. 350 Adams St., Louisville, KY 40206. NWSL professional women's soccer. Broadcast nationally on ION. Tickets at racingloufc.com.
Gates open 11:30am, first race 12:45pm. Churchill Downs, Louisville KY. Tickets required.
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls
Doors open 6pm, dinner 6-7:10pm, show 7:45pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. 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.
Sunday, May 24
FREE EVENTS
10am-1pm. Charlestown City Square. Check out local vendors on the Charlestown City Square every Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saturdays on the Square Pop-up Market. Vendors range from local artists, craft makers, bakers, food, authors, civic groups, and more.
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
Sportsdrome Speedway. 1207 Kopp Ln, Clarksville, IN 47129. A 50,000+ sq. ft. inflatable adventure featuring the World’s Largest Bounce House, a 900-foot obstacle course, live DJs, and nonstop high-energy fun.
Gates open 10am. Big Four Station Park. 228 Spring St., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Tickets required.
Gates open 11:30am, first race 12:45pm. Churchill Downs, Louisville KY. Tickets required.
Derby Dinner Playhouse: Calendar Girls - Sunday Matinee
Doors open 11:45am, dinner 11:45am-12:55pm, show 1:30pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129. Tickets required.
Louisville Kings vs. Dallas Renegades
4pm. Lynn Family Stadium. 350 Adams St., Louisville, KY 40206. The Louisville Kings' final regular season home game of 2026! UFL football on FOX. Tickets at theufl.com.
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.
