Winter is upon us in the Indy community! These chilly months are most enjoyable when you spend them celebrating with friends and family. November in Indianapolis is the time of year to embrace the upcoming season and festivities. Indianapolis offers something for everyone, from ballet performances to stand-up comedy shows to concerts, no matter your age or interests. So bundle up and check out some of these fantastic events.
Brew Link Brewing: Saturday Live Music!
Every Saturday at 1 p.m., starting Nov. 6, 2021
Brew Link Brewing offers a wide selection of unique beers on tap and fresh classic pub dishes with their own twist. The brewery also hosts free live music every Saturday, which you can enjoy over brunch with a cold beer.
The Brew Link has 24 beers on tap, most of which are the brewery's own. The brewers use farm-fresh hops and grains from Midwest sources. Among many other flavors, Brew Link Brewing offers a Milkshake Time Beer. This yummy pale ale has a milkshake-like consistency, and you can taste undertones of vanilla and orange, giving you a hint of sweetness.
The Brew Link also offers The Nuttercup, a chocolate and peanut butter porter. You can find delicious and unique burger and taco offerings, beer mac, and avocado fries on the brewpub's menu, among many other tasty treats. Join Brew Link every Saturday for delicious brews and food and to check out the free live music from Indianapolis local artists.
Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at Butler University's Clowes Memorial Hall
Nov. 7, 2021, at 6 p.m.
Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles is touring to celebrate the anniversary of the Beatles album Abbey Road, and this November, the event is coming to Indianapolis. The group will bring all the hits to life with their brilliant performances. Critics call the production the closest you will come to seeing an actual Beatles concert. Here's what you need to know:
- This is an all-ages show.
- The entire production is 100% live.
- The presentation is two hours long with one intermission.
The members of Rain are outstanding musicians and magnificent performers. They have mastered not only every song they perform but also every Beatles member's gestures and expressions. Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles is a mesmerizing production that will take you back in time. This is a musical event you do not want to miss.
Cirque Spectacular at Hilbert Circle Theatre
Nov. 12-13, 2021, at 8 p.m.
Troupe Vertigo, famous for its captivating performances, is returning to Hilbert Circle Stage this November. Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Cirque Spectacular is bringing an unparalleled and magnificent symphony experience to the stage. The show will bring your imagination to life with a combination of remarkable choreography, including cirque acrobatics, and the enchanting sounds of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
The one-of-a-kind performance incorporates breathtaking artistic components of graceful music, stunning physical techniques, and alluring lighting. Get your tickets to this awe-inspiring and unforgettable performance.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: Time Bubble Tour at Butler Arts Center
Nov. 21, 2021, at 6 p.m.
Alternaversal LLC, the production company responsible for the highly successful "Watch Out for Snakes!" tour in 2017 and "The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour" in 2018, is back with Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: Time Bubble Tour. Show host Emily Connor will take you on an intoxicating ride through the 1985 film "Making Contact."
Expect an evening of wittiness and one-liners to flow freely as mad scientist Mega-Synthia forces the crew to endure a live screening of the film. The team sets the scene in a hilariously bizarre-looking 1980s setting and allows you to sit in the same theater hall with your favorite characters. You can experience the long-running comedy phenomenon at this acclaimed event. Tim Ryder directs the show full of robot shenanigans, hysterical improvising, and comical sketches.
The Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live series has accumulated awards, including the Peabody Award for Broadcast Excellence and various Emmy nominations.
The Indiana Ballet Conservatory Presents "The Nutcracker" at The Palladium
Image via Flickr by Larry Lamsa
Nov. 27-28, 2021, at 7 p.m.
The holiday season isn't complete without an Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker experience. Come kick off the holidays with Indiana's premier Nutcracker tradition. Spend the evening enjoying the stunning enchantment of superior dancing and entertainment. You and your loved ones will not want to miss out on the Indiana Ballet Conservatory's outstanding production of this festive classic.
Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker will also feature special guest performances by international artist Sebastián Vinet and the Indianapolis Children's Choir. This touching ballet performance is a holiday must-see that's perfect for the entire family.
Laughing Matters With Sinbad at the Old National Centre
Nov. 13, 2021
Cancer Support Community Central Indiana is hosting its annual comedy fundraiser, Laughing Matters. The legendary funnyman and award-winning actor and comedian Sinbad will host this fundraiser event. The network holds the yearly gathering to raise funds for the free essential support services it offers those affected by cancer. Without the money raised through Laughing Matters, the group would not be able to provide many of its vital services.
The spectacular evening includes a reception with complimentary cocktails and dinner and a silent auction. VIP guests will also have the opportunity for a meet-and-greet with Sinbad. Those who attend Laughing Matters will directly support the group's critical services to cancer patients navigating their arduous journeys. The network provides support to patients, families, friends, and loved ones and helps ensure no one faces a cancer diagnosis alone.
So that concludes Tom Wood Nissan's top six events to check out in Indianapolis this November. As you can see, the city offers plenty of exciting performances and events you won't want to miss. Did we forget any of your best-loved winter events around the city? Do you know about popular happenings and yearly traditions that Indy locals love? If so, let us know! When you get a moment, drop us a line, and we will add the event to our list.