Events in Indianapolis in October 2026
Indianapolis has 12 sourced events in October 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Indianapolis calendar for October 2026 leads with these:
- Garden Brothers CircusOct 1Marion County Fairgrounds · Source: SeatGeek
- The Lion KingOct 1Murat Theatre at Old National Centre · Source: SeatGeek
- Sam TallentOct 2Helium Comedy Club - Indianapolis · Source: SeatGeek
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
- Oct 3
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds - Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour
Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Music · Rock.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 4
Dan and Phil: Hard Launch World Tour
Clowes Memorial Hall. Arts & Theatre · Comedy.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 6
- Oct 7 - Oct 11
Butler Theatre Presents: The House Of Bernarda Alba
Lilly Hall Studio Theatre. Arts & Theatre · Theatre.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 8 - Oct 18
- Oct 8
- Oct 9
Clint Black & Midland - Live In Concert: A Frontline Benefit Concert
Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park. Music · Country.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 9
Shelton Auditorium at Butler Arts Center. Arts & Theatre · Comedy.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 10
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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Oct 2 - Oct 4
Indianapolis Oktoberfest
A traditional German festival featuring authentic food, beer, music, and cultural performances held in downtown Indianapolis.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 10 - Oct 11
Fall Festival at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Special fall-themed events and exhibits celebrating the history of racing, including guided tours and family activities at the IMS Museum.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 15 - Oct 25
Indianapolis International Film Festival
A showcase of independent films from around the world, featuring screenings, panels, and filmmaker Q&A sessions across multiple venues in Indianapolis.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Columbus Day · publicOct 12
- Long weekendOct 10–Oct 12
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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