The IN List 2025: Sept 15 - Sept 21
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, Sept 15
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 and Art with Ms. Ashley: 10:30-11:30. Cultural Arts Center. Join us for stories, songs, movement activities! We will end with an art activity to take home! This session, we will read "Time to Make Art" by Jeff Mack and do a method of painting called Blow Painting.
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.
6pm. MO5AIC is a 5-man vocal group that will leave you scratching your head wondering where “the band” is. An innovative vocal collaboration, Mo5aic combines elements of funk, pop, rock, jazz, and R&B to create a musical experience produced entirely by the human voice. Featuring long-time DDP performer Corwyn Hodge! Tickets required.
Kid’s Eat Free Mondays @ Pluk’d
Kids Eat Free Mondays! Kids 12 and under eat for free with paid adult meal. One free kid's meal per paying adult. Dine-in only.
7-9pm. The Earl. Free event.
Tuesday, Sept 16
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.
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.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
3-10pm, Wine Shop (New Albany). Every Tuesday ½ priced bottles of wine in house. Bring a friend (or two!) and come enjoy the Wine Shop.
4-10pm, RecBar 812 (New Albany). Every Tuesday, for every adult meal purchased, one child under the age of 12 can order a meal from the kid’s menu for free.
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.
6pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. Aug 13, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025. This exciting new Broadway Musical chronicles the real-life experiences of the people of Gander, Newfoundland, and the almost 7,000 airline passengers who were forced to land there when US air space was closed on September 11, 2001. Twelve actors tell the story of both the Islanders and the Plane People, revealing the fear and uncertainty that came with the terrorist attacks – as well as the profound generosity and compassion of strangers. Tickets required.
7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Tuesday for MUSIC BINGO!
Wednesday, Sept 17
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
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.
4H eSports for Teens: 4:30-5:30pm & 6-7pm. Level up your gaming and learning with the Floyd County 4-H eSports Program! Hosted at the Floyd County Public Library Auditorium, this program combines education and fun. Did you know that 71% of teens play video games, and eSports helps turn that passion into skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking? Join us to game, grow, and connect! This is for grades 7-12th. Registration required.
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.
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.
Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation: 1:30-2:30pm. Registration required.
Once Upon A Roll: 4-5pm. Unleash your imagination! Using story dice, tweens and teens will roll their way into unique adventures, creating characters, settings, and plots from random prompts decided by the dice.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
K-5 Craft: 5-6pm. Join Ms. Monica for a fall themed craft! Kids grades K-5 are invited to come create their own paper bag scarecrow for the fall season.
3-6pm. 1370 Monroe St., Charlestown, IN. Recurring weekly on Wednesdays.
7pm, RecBar 812 (New Albany). Free to play. Free to win! Come join us every Wednesday for Bar Bingo. Prizes for every round. One final coverall round every week for a rolling $50 jackpot. If no one wins, the $50 moves on to the next week! $2 off all adult slushies! This is a 21+ event to participate.
7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Wednesday for Last Call Trivia! Games start at 7pm. 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.
Thursday, Sept 18
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
Music & Movement: 10-10:45am. Join us at Galena on Thursdays to help your child learn some basic rhythms that will help with early literacy before they begin Kindergarten. Ms. Ashley will use bells, rhythm sticks, scarves and more for these exercises!
Steeping 101 & Tea Blending: 5-6:30pm. Come learn the proper tea steeping procedures from the owner of The Spice and Tea Exchange of New Albany, KellyJean Gettlefinger! There will be six different types of tea introduced as well as showing pros and cons of several different infusers/vessels. We hope to see you there! Registration required.
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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.
5pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
6-7pm. Kevin Hammersmith Park. Floyd County Parks and Recreation offers FREE outdoor group fitness classes on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings! All Get Fit, Floyd County! classes will take place at the KFC Stage and turf grass area, located between the main entrance to the New Albany Little League fields and the splash pad.
Louder Than Life, Louisville's annual rock festival happening at Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Expo Center on September 18-21, 2025! Experience some of the biggest names in rock over four straight days. 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.
7pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Can you kick it old school? Yes, you can… onboard the Belle every week! Enjoy drink specials amd vintage vibes. Sport your best retro threads for even more classic fun! Tickets required.
10pm-12am. The Earl. Every Thursday night.
Friday, Sept 19
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
Scrapbooking Craft Time: 1-4pm. Join us on this date for a fun afternoon of scrapbooking with Tina Mitchell! Registration required.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
4-7pm. 124 S Mulberry St., Corydon.
Louder Than Life, Louisville's annual rock festival happening at Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Expo Center on September 18-21, 2025! Experience some of the biggest names in rock over four straight days. Tickets required.
8-11pm. Louisville Zoo. There’s nothing more classic than a night at movies! Join us in the Oasis Field at sundown to catch one of your favorite films on our giant screen under the stars. Gate opens at 8 p.m.; movie begins at sundown. Concessions available for purchase. No outside alcohol will be permitted. Don’t forget to pack your blanket or lawn chairs! Gates open at 8 p.m., movie starts at sundown. $5 for non-members, free for members.
Saturday, Sept 20
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Straight Lines Sorcery: 10:30-11:30am. Turn simple lines into magical designs! In this hands-on workshop, kids will discover how to use nothing more than a pen, ruler, and a bit of creativity to make dazzling geometric art. Registration required.
Make a Joyful Noise: 1-2:30pm. Join us on this date for Make A Joyful Noise with musician Memphis Beck! Memphis Beck is a mandolin player and she usually performs with The Memphis Redhots!
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.
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.
10am-4pm. Vintage Fire Museum. Parade on Spring Street (11:00), Pumping at the Ohio River (2:00) and several activities at he museum. Parade and Water Pumping are Free; Museum is half-price.
11am-11pm. CommUNITY Days festival in Charlestown features music, vendors, and food will be accompanied by various activities for kids and families. The event features a custom drone show to light up the Charlestown Sky around 9 p.m. Free family-friendly event.
11am-6pm. Seeds & Greens Natural Market & Deli. Please join us for our Fall Fling hosted by The Mercantile New Albany and Seeds & Greens Natural Market & Deli. We will have an extended outdoor curated market with new, handmade and vintage items. Seeds and Greens will host live music in their garden area along with food, beverage and giveaways.
11am-7pm. Mount Saint Francis. A Day to Celebrate Beauty, Community, and Joy. Come spend the day at MountFest—our 9th annual Art, Music, & Food Festival hosted by Mount Saint Francis Center for Spirituality. This annual celebration brings together artists, musicians, local food vendors, and neighbors of all ages in the spirit of creativity and connection. Rooted in the Franciscan tradition of honoring beauty in all forms, MountFest is more than just a festival—it’s a homecoming. From handcrafted art to live music, from contemplative nature walks to kid-friendly fun, there's something here for everyone. Free admission, $5 donation per vehicle suggested.
Louisville Cardinals Football vs. Bowling Green Falcons
12pm. L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Tickets required.
Louder Than Life, Louisville's annual rock festival happening at Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Expo Center on September 18-21, 2025! Experience some of the biggest names in rock over four straight days. Tickets required.
Sunday, Sept 21
9:30am-1:30pm. Intersection of Lawrence Banet Rd and Highway 150.
12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
1-3pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Turn your Sunday into #SundayFunDay aboard the historic Belle of Louisville! Cruise away the afternoon as you take in the sights and sounds of the Ohio River. Whether you choose to enjoy a delicious buffet meal option or just sit back and feel the breeze on our outdoor decks, wrap up your weekend your way. Tickets required.
1-2pm. Falls of the Ohio State Park. Free event.
Louder Than Life, Louisville's annual rock festival happening at Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Expo Center on September 18-21, 2025! Experience some of the biggest names in rock over four straight days. Tickets required.
3-4pm. Falls of the Ohio State Park. A variety of water worn pebbles are found along the riverbank. Each has its own story. Some are formed by heat and pressure, others by river or sea sediments. We’ve turned it into a game. Learn about rocks while trying to match up your selection with the bingo master’s call. You might just win a rocky prize. Family Nature Club is a program established in 2015 for children with adult attending, held once a month. Program fee covered by a grant from the Falls of the Ohio Foundation. Meets in the picnic area. Free event.
