The IN List 2025: Sept 22 - Sept 28
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 22
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.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
Teen Craft - Yarn Pumpkins: 5:30-6:30pm. Library teens are welcome to join Ms. Monica on the atumnal equinox for a cozy fall craft! Bring your creativity as we create our own chunky-yarn pumpkins.
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.
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 23
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.
Sun & Moon Weavings with Mosaic Skies: 3-6pm. The Cultural Arts Center. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a colorful, hands-on journey into the art and symbolism of ancient Mesoamerica. Inspired by Aztec depictions of the sun and moon, this workshop invites students to explore the vibrant traditions of Mexico and Central America through yarn weaving and mosaic-making. Registration 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.
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 24
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.
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.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
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 25
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!
Laser Engraving 101: 5-6:30pm. Registration required.
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
Toddler Storytime - Autumn: 10:30-11:15am. Babies and toddlers ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Monica for a autumn themed storytime! Come sing songs, read books, and do a fall themed craft.
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.
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 26
New Albany Central Library Events
180 W Spring St, New Albany, IN 47150
Morning Stories: 10-11am. Preschool audience.
Learn to Play American Mahjong: 12:30pm. Registration required.
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Friends of the Library Book Sale: 10am-1pm.
1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129
4-7pm. 124 S Mulberry St., Corydon.
September 26 - Sunday September 28. As part of the Jubilee Year of Hope, the Friends of Francis Weekend Retreat offers a space to embrace the Franciscan way: to listen with love, to meet others with dignity, and to carry peace into a world that longs for healing. Registration 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.
Our 4th annual family friendly fall festival, Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom Presented By Humana, is returning this fall! This year the glow will be expanding into Discovery Meadow, including a NEW 60-foot light tunnel.Look forward to over 1,000 bright orange pumpkins appearing all over the park, inviting you to play all day on world-class rides and explore fall-themed fun like games, street performances, and colorful characters. After sundown, the park will transform into a whimsical wonderland of glow featuring larger-than-life pumpkin sculptures!Plan your pumpkin-packed visit today, the glow begins September 26!
8-10pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Leave your stress behind on the shore! Grab a cocktail, sit back and relax to an upbeat playlist. With a chill 1980’s vibe, this cruise and onboard entertainment is the perfect place to unwind! Anchors Away Fridays cruises are two hours.
Saturday, Sept 27
211 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Friends of the Library Book Sale: 10am-1pm.
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.
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
10am-5pm. At the end of September each year, Madison’s National Landmark Historic District welcomes thousands of visitors during the two-day Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art. Come and experience Southern Indiana’s premier outdoor juried arts & crafts festival featuring approximately 175 exhibitors. This festival is free to the public and designed for the whole family to enjoy, although pets do need to remain home. In addition to the fine artists and craftsmen showcasing their handmade work, the festival features continuous live entertainment, a riverfront food fest, kid’s activities, and an entertainment garden with local craft beer and wine available.
2-6pm. Rivercrest Senior Living 4917 Grant Line Rd. New Albany IN 47150. Family friendly event with firetrucks, reptile exhibit, face painting, games & activities and more. Free event.
5-9pm. Falls of the Ohio State Park. Rediscover the Falls of the Ohio for a one-of-a-kind concert on the 390-million-year-old fossil beds at the Falls of the Ohio State Park. A place steeped in history, the Falls of the Ohio’s unique beauty will highlight the amazing styles and sounds of these incredible artists. $100 ticket includes food, drink, and benefits the Falls of the Ohio Foundation.
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, Sept 28
9:30am-1:30pm. Intersection of Lawrence Banet Rd and Highway 150.
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
10am-5pm. At the end of September each year, Madison’s National Landmark Historic District welcomes thousands of visitors during the two-day Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art. Come and experience Southern Indiana’s premier outdoor juried arts & crafts festival featuring approximately 175 exhibitors. This festival is free to the public and designed for the whole family to enjoy, although pets do need to remain home. In addition to the fine artists and craftsmen showcasing their handmade work, the festival features continuous live entertainment, a riverfront food fest, kid’s activities, and an entertainment garden with local craft beer and wine available.
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.
