The IN List 2025: Oct 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 the West Indy area every week, be sure to subscribe to this free newsletter here.
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, Oct 6
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Toddler Time: 10-11am. Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and other activities. This storytime is designed for Toddlers, but all are welcome!
Stories & Art with Ms. Ashley: 3:30-4:30pm. Cultural Arts Center.
Sensory Friendly Storytime: 4-4:45pm. Sensory Friendly Storytime is a special storytime for children who may have felt left out or nervous to go to other storytimes.
6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
Nature Scavenger Hunt: 10am-7pm. How many treasures can you find? Join us for a 2 week-long (Sept 29-Oct 11) nature scavenger hunt on the grounds of the Galena Digital Library! Pop inside the library to grab a scavenger hunt sheet and a writing utensil. Once you've found the items on the list, turn it in for a fun little prize! *An indoor hunt will be available if the weather is not agreeable.
Haunted Scavenger Hunt & Pub Crawl 2025
Kiwanis Club, in partnership with the New Albany Wicked Walk, is excited to announce the 1st Annual Haunted Scavenger Hunt and Pub Crawl. This unique event takes participants through eight historical buildings and five pubs in downtown New Albany, combining history, fun, and a spooky twist. The scavenger hunt runs from September 12 through October 31, and tickets are $30 each, with four participants recommended per ticket. Proceeds will benefit local elementary students by providing back-to-school kits for NAFC schools. The hunt can be completed on any day, at any time, making it easy to fit into your schedule. Clues are accessed through QR codes located on the buildings, adding an interactive element to the adventure.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
Strandz Salon & Threadz Boutique. 322 Vincennes St, New Albany, IN 47150. Stop anytime and take a selfie with Strandz own version of the Demogorgon - Strandzogorgon! Upload a selfie and tag Strandz Salon & Threadz Specialty Shop on Facebook or Instagram to be entered to win a $100 gift card!
Tuesday, Oct 7
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Babies and Books: 10am-10:30am. Join us on Tuesday mornings as we sing, read board books, and have fun learning early literacy! Registration not required.
It’s a Small World Storytime: 11am-12pm. 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.
Fall Leaf Pumpkin Seed Mosaic: 2-4pm. Cultural Arts Center. Join us to make your own fall leaf pumpkin seed mosaic! You will receive pre-painted pumpkin seeds and make your very own fall leaf design just in time for Harvest Homecoming! We hope to see you! All supplies are provided. Registration required.
Make a Bamboo Paintbrush: 5-7pm. Cultural Arts Center. Join us on October 2 and October 7 at the Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center for this free, fun and useful two day workshop to make your own paintbrush and create art. On October 2, museum staff member, Al Gorman, will lead a simple paintbrush making experience using bamboo, epoxy glue, and horsehair. Once the bristles are set and trimmed, bring your brushes back to the Cultural Arts Center on October 7 for an ink drawing experience. Participants can make two or three brushes to take home and keep. All supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Pajama Time Stories: 6pm-6:45pm. 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. Registration not required.
6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Mother Goose Time: 10:30-11:15am. A fast-paced and interactive program for children ages 0-2 and their caregivers. Adult participation and interaction ensure the success of this program. Siblings may bring a doll or stuffed animal to bounce. Arrive early to get a spot.
Game Day Gear Lab: 2-4pm. Suit up and show your team spirit! In this creative workshop, participants will design their very own dream team jersey using T-shirts, vinyl iron-ons, fabric markers, and more.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
5-7pm. 305 North Ferguson, Henryville, IN. Henryville Farmers Market opens May 6th and runs until October 23rd. The Market will be open every Tuesday and Thursday. Help support your local farmers and Small Businesses. We will also have Food Trucks at some of the Markets. We will let everyone know the week before what Food Truck will be there.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
Wednesday, Oct 8
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Stories at Silver Street Park: 10-11am. Join us for stories, crafts, and fun the second Wednesday of every month from 10-11am at Silver Street Park in New Albany.
Babie's Morning Out: 10:30-11:30am. Cultural Arts Center. Join us for a morning 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.
Pre-K Storytime: 11-11:45am. 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.
Kid’s Club: 4-5pm.
6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
Wiggle Wednesday Storytime: 10-10:45am. Join us at Galena on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. to wiggle our wiggles out, read stories and sing songs! Registration not required.
Karate with Terry Greenwell: 2-3pm. Join Terry Greenwell for an introduction into Shotokan Karate. This martial arts style focuses on the development of mind, body, and spirit. For ages 18 and under. Registration Required.
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Preschool Prep: 10:30-11:15am. Stories, songs, rhymes, movement activities and crafts which encourage early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Siblings are welcome. Space and materials are limited, so arrive early to get a spot.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
3-6pm. 1370 Monroe St., Charlestown, IN. Recurring weekly on Wednesdays.
6-9pm. An exclusive after-hours Halloween event for adults 21 and over. This one-of-a-kind evening invites guests to experience the Zoo like never before — with specialty food and beverage tastings, a signature cocktail and mocktail, beer and wine, and plenty of festive treats as they stroll the traditional Boo at the Zoo route. Expect a few tricks along the way, too. Tickets required.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
Thursday, Oct 9
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Teen Scene: 6-7:30pm. 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 teens are welcome (11-18 years old).
6954 US-150, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
Move & Groove Storytime: 10:30-11:30am. 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!
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Toddler Storytime: 10:30-11:15am. All locations. Babies and toddlers ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to storytime! Join Ms. Monica as we explore Native American history through stories, songs, and crafts.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
12-9pm. Downtown New Albany. Touted as one of the best fall festivals in the state, this New Albany tradition has drawn thousands of visitors and locals each year for over 50 years. Enjoy a parade, rides, live music, a pumpkin-chunking contest (using a gravity-powered trebuchet), and children’s events. Make sure you visit during booth days for delicious food and crafts from regional vendors. Free admission.
5-7pm. 305 North Ferguson, Henryville, IN. Henryville Farmers Market opens May 6th and runs until October 23rd. The Market will be open every Tuesday and Thursday. Help support your local farmers and Small Businesses. We will also have Food Trucks at some of the Markets. We will let everyone know the week before what Food Truck will be there.
5-9pm. Louisville Zoo. Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating for kids 11-and-under, rides, and special attractions all for one great price. A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, this party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary. Tickets required.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Thursday at 7:00pm for Last Call Feud Night! First Place gets a $30 Dog Haus Gift Card, Second Place gets a $20 Dog Haus Gift Card, and Third Place takes home a $10 Dog Haus Gift Card.
7pm. Floyd County Brewing Company. Every Thursday join your friends for dinner, drinks and pub trivia. 1st and 2nd place win gift cards.
10pm-12am. The Earl. Every Thursday night.
Friday, Oct 10
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Morning Stories: 10-11am. Preschool audience.
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
9am-9pm. Downtown New Albany. Touted as one of the best fall festivals in the state, this New Albany tradition has drawn thousands of visitors and locals each year for over 50 years. Enjoy a parade, rides, live music, a pumpkin-chunking contest (using a gravity-powered trebuchet), and children’s events. Make sure you visit during booth days for delicious food and crafts from regional vendors. Free admission.
4-7pm. 124 S Mulberry St., Corydon.
4:30-9pm. 3701 St. Michael Church Dr. Get ready, Louisville! The Taste of St. Michael is back October 10–11 for a weekend packed with incredible international food, music, dancing, and fun for the whole family! From Arabic to Greek, Ethiopian to Slavic and more—come hungry and leave inspired. Free entry.
5-9pm. Louisville Zoo. Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating for kids 11-and-under, rides, and special attractions all for one great price. A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, this party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary. Tickets required.
5:30-7pm. 500 Little League Blvd, Clarksville, IN. The Clarksville Police Department and Clarksville Parks & Recreation are teaming up to host a special day just for kids ages 6–12! A mini police training camp packed with fun games and activities, the chance to meet real Clarksville police officers, Hands-on access to police vehicles and equipment, a Junior Police Academy T-shirt to take home and a swearing-in ceremony at 7:00 PM, where participants officially become Clarksville’s newest Junior Police Officers. $5 registration required.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
7-11pm. Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site. Fridays & Saturdays. Southern Indiana's Halloween tradition! House of Anguish at the Culbertson Mansion has been scaring Kentuckiana for 40 years, making it one of the longest-running haunted attractions in the region. Every ticket purchased goes towards the interior restoration of the Culbertson Mansion. $18 Tickets required.
Jesse McCartney: The Weightless Tour
8pm. The Louisville Palace. Tickets required.
The New Albany Wicked Walk Walking Tour - SPOOKY SEASON 2025 Macabre Main / Mansion Row Tour
8-10pm. Because of the Harvest Homecoming Festival that will be going on in downtown New Albany at this time, we present our Macabre Main / Mansion Row Tour. This tour focuses on the area of Main St. from the Culbertson Mansion to roughly Bank St. This tour is based on actual documented historical events. During the tour, we will visit the locations and the guide will share information and stories about the site. This is not a "haunted house" type tour (NO jump scares) but hopefully the chilling, graphic, and shocking details from history will do the trick! Tickets required.
Saturday, Oct 11
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
125th Anniversary Fall Festival: 1-4pm. We're celebrating our 125th Anniversary with a free concert, snacks, a bouncy house, outdoor games, and more for the whole family!
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
New Albany Summer Farmer’s Market
8am-12pm. 210 E Market St. New Albany. Summer Session of the New Albany Local Farmers Market - Wines, Slushies, baked goods, fresh veggies, flowers, meats, food truck, etc.
9am-9pm. Downtown New Albany. Touted as one of the best fall festivals in the state, this New Albany tradition has drawn thousands of visitors and locals each year for over 50 years. Enjoy a parade, rides, live music, a pumpkin-chunking contest (using a gravity-powered trebuchet), and children’s events. Make sure you visit during booth days for delicious food and crafts from regional vendors. Free admission.
9am. Derby Dinner Playhouse. Adapted from the best-selling book series, this delightful musical tells the story of a square pumpkin living in a round pumpkin patch on Holiday Hill Farm. A musical with big heart! Tickets required.
9:30-12pm. Big Four Station. The Jeffersonville Farmers Market provides fresh, local products year round. Find us at Big Four Bridge on Saturdays from 9:30am-noon.
10am-1pm. 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.
12-9pm. 3701 St. Michael Church Dr. Get ready, Louisville! The Taste of St. Michael is back October 10–11 for a weekend packed with incredible international food, music, dancing, and fun for the whole family! From Arabic to Greek, Ethiopian to Slavic and more—come hungry and leave inspired. Free entry.
5-9pm. Louisville Zoo. Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating for kids 11-and-under, rides, and special attractions all for one great price. A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, this party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary. Tickets required.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
7-11pm. Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site. Fridays & Saturdays. Southern Indiana's Halloween tradition! House of Anguish at the Culbertson Mansion has been scaring Kentuckiana for 40 years, making it one of the longest-running haunted attractions in the region. Every ticket purchased goes towards the interior restoration of the Culbertson Mansion. $18 Tickets required.
Sunday, Oct 12
12-5pm. Downtown New Albany. Touted as one of the best fall festivals in the state, this New Albany tradition has drawn thousands of visitors and locals each year for over 50 years. Enjoy a parade, rides, live music, a pumpkin-chunking contest (using a gravity-powered trebuchet), and children’s events. Make sure you visit during booth days for delicious food and crafts from regional vendors. Free admission.
9:30am-1:30pm. Intersection of Lawrence Banet Rd and Highway 150.
12-4pm. The Depot at NoCo. The 2nd Annual Bloody Mary Festival & Competition features bars and restaurants from Jeffersonville - each one brings their special version of the drink and competes to be the named the winner. And the best part is, YOU get to taste them all and decide! Free admission. $20 tasting tickets.
5-9pm. Louisville Zoo. Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating for kids 11-and-under, rides, and special attractions all for one great price. A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, this party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary. Tickets required.
6:30-11pm. Iroquois Amphitheater. The Jack O'Lantern Spectacular has become the "must-see" event of the Halloween season. Presented each October along a winding path through the majestic woods of Iroquois Park, guests are treated to an organic art gallery of more than 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins in themed settings. Tickets required.
