Events in Indianapolis October
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Events in Indianapolis October 2026 schedule
Indianapolis in October offers an exciting lineup of events catering to a variety of interests. Sports enthusiasts can catch the highly anticipated Indianapolis Colts games, including their match against the Tennessee Titans scheduled for October 18, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium, with additional parking events happening earlier that day. Basketball fans can enjoy the NBA preseason game between the Indiana Pacers and the Atlanta Hawks on October 10, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, featuring top players from both teams. For live music lovers, the month features performances by artists like Ed Sheeran, Macklemore, Lukas Graham, and Aaron Rowe on October 10 at Lucas Oil Stadium, and a concert by Kidd G on October 4 at The HI-Fi. The classical concert season kicks off with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presenting Beethoven and Mahler on October 15 and 16 at Hilbert Circle Theatre, along with the Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in Concert on October 30 and 31. Theatre fans can enjoy the long-running musical The Lion King at the Murat Theatre from October 1 through October 18, with multiple performances each week. Additionally, the historic Beef And Boards Dinner Theatre hosts the classic musical Cats from October 8 to October 28, with various showtimes, and comedy lovers can look forward to Ali Siddiq’s stand-up shows on October 24 and 25. Other notable events include the Garden Bros Nuclear Circus at the Marion County Fairgrounds, running from October 1 to October 4, and the vibrant musical The Music Man at Clowes Memorial Hall on October 3. For a diverse October filled with sports, music, theatre, and comedy, Indianapolis has something for everyone to enjoy.