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Construction snarls traffic, slows business between Indy and Carmel

Phase 3 of the ongoing Level Up 31 project has clogged up one of the most common corridors connecting Marion and Hamilton counties.

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If you&#x27;re making the trip between Indy and Carmel anytime soon, leave early — because part of Meridian will be a mess between now and November.Why it matters: The six-month closure is disrupting one of central Indiana&#x27;s busiest commuter routes and creating new headaches for businesses that rely on passing traffic.

Chaos gardening helps native plants take root

Local advocates say the social media trend is booming and that's great for biodiversity.

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Chaos gardening — the viral<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" TikTok" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/chaosgardening" data-vars-content-id="b2afb48c-4e7a-4aea-9163-b387f1de72a2" data-vars-headline="Chaos gardening helps native plants take root" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/chaosgardening" target="_blank"> TikTok</a> trend of scattering seeds and &quot;letting nature decide&quot; — is taking root as demand for native<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" plants" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/08/backyard-pond-plant-care" data-vars-content-id="b2afb48c-4e7a-4aea-9163-b387f1de72a2" data-vars-headline="Chaos gardening helps native plants take root" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2026/05/08/backyard-pond-plant-care" target="_self"> plants</a> is rising.Why it matters: Native chaos gardens appeal to homeowners seeking lower-maintenance yards that also support local wildlife.

How Indy's rising electricity bills stack up

Indianapolis residents already paying about 27% more than they were five years ago are facing another rate increase.

The average Marion County electric bill has gone up by more than 25% over the past five years.Why it matters: More than 500,000 Indy-area AES customers will find out this month whether their bills will get even higher as a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rate hike requested one year ago" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/12/15/aes-customers-opposition-rate-hike-settlement" data-vars-content-id="af4feed7-de74-4341-ac42-1b88b7bcc4d9" data-vars-headline="How Indy&#x27;s rising electricity bills stack up" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/12/15/aes-customers-opposition-rate-hike-settlement" target="_self">rate hike requested one year ago</a> nears the decision deadline.

Chicago Bears move forward with Indiana stadium

The Bears announced Friday they are advancing their stadium project in Hammond.

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The Hammond Bears are happening, people! Well, maybe.Driving the news: It&#x27;s unlikely the team will be renamed, but the Chicago Bears board of directors voted Thursday to advance <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a stadium project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" data-vars-content-id="09ae9493-b975-402a-97af-6465790a0f20" data-vars-headline="Chicago Bears move forward with Indiana stadium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" target="_self">a stadium project</a> in Northwest Indiana.

Your weekend plans: Broad Ripple Duck Race, Pride Month, secret stand-up and more

The "greatest spectacle in rubber duck racing" returns to the Broad Ripple Canal.

Even with May in the rearview, Indy isn&#x27;t done racing.Zoom in: The &quot;greatest spectacle in rubber duck racing&quot; returns to the Broad Ripple Canal when the annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broad Ripple Duck Race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.broadrippleindy.org/broad-ripple-duck-race/" data-vars-content-id="d72e148d-0b99-4f20-a6c2-a51bd6aa545f" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Broad Ripple Duck Race, Pride Month, secret stand-up and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.broadrippleindy.org/broad-ripple-duck-race/" target="_blank">Broad Ripple Duck Race</a> gets quackin&#x27; Saturday morning.

Icons headline Indiana Comic Con 2026 lineup

From singing mermaids to Declaration of Independence-stealing movie stars, the 2026 Indiana Comic Con has it all.

From singing mermaids to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Declaration of Independence-stealing" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fStGVHBNRXo" data-vars-content-id="b15f22a1-5a6e-4b66-b20d-d26ef36f0ffb" data-vars-headline="Icons headline Indiana Comic Con 2026 lineup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fStGVHBNRXo" target="_blank">Declaration of Independence-stealing</a> movie stars, the 2026 Indiana Comic Convention lineup covers a lot more than just capes and cowls.Why it matters: The three-day event is one of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indiana Convention Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/06/07/indiana-convention-center-expansion-gen-con-tourism" data-vars-content-id="b15f22a1-5a6e-4b66-b20d-d26ef36f0ffb" data-vars-headline="Icons headline Indiana Comic Con 2026 lineup" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/06/07/indiana-convention-center-expansion-gen-con-tourism" target="_self">Indiana Convention Center</a>&#x27;s biggest annual attractions, and this year&#x27;s bash is expected to draw more than 30,000 fans.

30 over 30: The Monon Trail

The success of the Monon railroad conversion catalyzed other trails statewide.

In honor of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Global Running Day" data-vars-click-url="https://nationaltoday.com/global-running-day/" data-vars-content-id="40b543f7-3457-4d3f-8c5b-bea56248d863" data-vars-headline="30 over 30: The Monon Trail" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://nationaltoday.com/global-running-day/" target="_blank">Global Running Day</a>, we&#x27;re celebrating one of Central Indiana&#x27;s favorite pavements to pound.The big picture: Today, the popular Monon Trail spans roughly 30 miles from downtown Indianapolis north through Hamilton County.<ul><li>It&#x27;s largely considered one of the city&#x27;s best amenities and its success has helped catalyze the creation of new trails statewide.</li></ul>

Your weekend plans: Earth Day fest, Megan Moroney, EidFest and more

Show Mother Earth some TLC this weekend at Garfield Park.

Make up for all that <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="trash left behind" data-vars-click-url="https://www.wishtv.com/photo-gallery/photos-grills-tvs-and-more-trash-left-behind-in-by-indy-500-tailgaters/?slide=3" data-vars-content-id="ce505d3f-c98b-41e5-8a7a-5bc36aefb604" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Earth Day fest, Megan Moroney, EidFest and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.wishtv.com/photo-gallery/photos-grills-tvs-and-more-trash-left-behind-in-by-indy-500-tailgaters/?slide=3" target="_blank">trash left behind</a> after the Indianapolis 500 by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="showing Mother Earth some love" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/04/22/earth-day-events-around-indianapolis" data-vars-content-id="ce505d3f-c98b-41e5-8a7a-5bc36aefb604" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Earth Day fest, Megan Moroney, EidFest and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/04/22/earth-day-events-around-indianapolis" target="_self">showing Mother Earth some love</a> this weekend at Garfield Park.Driving the news: The free <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Earth Day Indiana Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.earthdayindiana.org/festival-map--exhibitors.html" data-vars-content-id="ce505d3f-c98b-41e5-8a7a-5bc36aefb604" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Earth Day fest, Megan Moroney, EidFest and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.earthdayindiana.org/festival-map--exhibitors.html" target="_blank">Earth Day Indiana Festival</a> will provide family- and pet-friendly fun in the sun from 10am-4pm Saturday.

Five reasons to visit Newfields' art park while "Funky Bones" is closed

The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park is home to way more than a scene from "The Fault in Our Stars."

Funky Bones, the beloved large-scale installation in The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art &amp; Nature Park at Newfields, is temporarily closed.The big picture: The group of 20 white bone-shaped benches, made famous in the movie &quot;The Fault in Our Stars,&quot; is undergoing conservation work.<ul><li>It will reopen later this summer.</li></ul>

Your weekend plans: Turtle Tea Party, outdoor movies, art walk and more

If you're not going to Speedway, here's a fun way to take it slow this weekend.

Everyone knows that Memorial Day weekend in Indianapolis is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="synonymous with speed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/19/history-legacy-impact-indianapolis-motor-speedway" data-vars-content-id="54c9d6bd-5fa6-4685-a2e3-b5cc0798f1c3" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Turtle Tea Party, outdoor movies, art walk and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/19/history-legacy-impact-indianapolis-motor-speedway" target="_self">synonymous with speed</a>.Yes, but: If you&#x27;re looking for a more laid-back way to spend the holiday weekend, Eagle Creek has the perfect tea party for you.

Your weekend: Broad Ripple Art Fair, Peony Festival, Panda Fest

Art, shopping, food and flowers. This weekend has it all.

Shop &#x27;til you drop while supporting the arts this weekend during the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="54th OneAmerica Financial Foundation Broad Ripple Art Fair" data-vars-click-url="https://indyartcenter.org/braf/?mc_cid=1537e1338d&amp;mc_eid=0da241161c" data-vars-content-id="ecf3d988-b344-4cad-8030-3cc832955fb3" data-vars-headline="Your weekend: Broad Ripple Art Fair, Peony Festival, Panda Fest" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indyartcenter.org/braf/?mc_cid=1537e1338d&amp;mc_eid=0da241161c" target="_blank">54th OneAmerica Financial Foundation Broad Ripple Art Fair</a>.Driving the news: More than 185 local, regional, and national artists will take part in the two-day juried art fair that benefits the Indy Art Center.

How to spend Mother's Day weekend in Indianapolis

From a Fever game to rosé brunch, there are options for all kinds of moms.

It&#x27;s Mother&#x27;s Day weekend and Indianapolis is full of fun experiences to help you celebrate (or party with) mom over the next few days.🚗 Find mom&#x27;s next dream car during the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mecum Spring Classic Car Auction" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mecum.com/auctions/indy-2025/" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mecum.com/auctions/indy-2025/" target="_blank">Mecum Spring Classic Car Auction</a> at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Friday-Sunday.<ul><li>Gates open daily at 8am, and close one hour after the final vehicle of the day crosses the auction block.</li><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.mecum.com/auctions/indy-2026/" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.mecum.com/auctions/indy-2026/" target="_blank">Tickets</a> start at $30 for one day and $75 for three days. Children 12 and under are free.</li></ul>🥠 Take a trip to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Asia(n Fest) at the Indiana Historical Society&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.aaalliance.org/" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.aaalliance.org/" target="_blank">Asia(n Fest) at the Indiana Historical Society&#x27;s</a> free celebration of Asian culture and heritage through food, music and activities, 11am-4pm Saturday. 🌞 Get crafty together while using crushed glass to create your own dazzling suncatchers at The Garage Food Hall, noon Saturday. <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.simpletix.com/e/mother-s-day-crushed-glass-crafting-party-tickets-263965?fbclid=IwY2xjawRpq-VleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnCUpD-lXRLTKzqzOa-lrVWa5-NdT4oWyZtR7w-sSmhGkrkYO0tXKsEJuhF4_aem_A2OlL06_IuDuRJupFKbqww" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.simpletix.com/e/mother-s-day-crushed-glass-crafting-party-tickets-263965?fbclid=IwY2xjawRpq-VleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnCUpD-lXRLTKzqzOa-lrVWa5-NdT4oWyZtR7w-sSmhGkrkYO0tXKsEJuhF4_aem_A2OlL06_IuDuRJupFKbqww" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $70 for one or $117 for two people. </li></ul>🍿 Share a popcorn while exploring the life and art of Georgia O&#x27;Keefe during a screening of the documentary &quot;The Brightness of Light&quot; at Kan-Kan Cinema, 1pm Saturday.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.goelevent.com/Kan-KanCinemaandBrasserie/e/GEORGIAOKEEFFETHEBRIGHTNESSOFLIFE?fbclid=IwY2xjawRprLRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvXa2GDsawwxiDo7X71vc4p4mcTLNrnlWrVlzEqtwJG8nfxoTe25c0rFbxXG_aem_aD6L8EtRBn9P19Ju89dFPw" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.goelevent.com/Kan-KanCinemaandBrasserie/e/GEORGIAOKEEFFETHEBRIGHTNESSOFLIFE?fbclid=IwY2xjawRprLRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvXa2GDsawwxiDo7X71vc4p4mcTLNrnlWrVlzEqtwJG8nfxoTe25c0rFbxXG_aem_aD6L8EtRBn9P19Ju89dFPw" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $12. </li></ul>🏀 Celebrate women&#x27;s sports with mom when the Indiana Fever take on the Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 1pm Saturday.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ticketmaster.com/indiana-fever-vs-dallas-wings-indianapolis-indiana-05-09-2026/event/05006389BDDA8D26?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawRpradleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhh1JWvQYAgLFfM0q85aZXUcsFN717PGYtjA0R9HnE9I7NaSgRuDGNyGTsyq_aem_4ULe1s1Q2YNHhweWlAuWAg&amp;irgwc=1&amp;afsrc=1&amp;clickid=TAmXQtwM7xyZRykxnjy9dVPnUkuUTD1ppTz5V00&amp;camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_253158&amp;impradid=253158&amp;REFERRAL_ID=tmfeedbuyat253158&amp;wt.mc_id=aff_BUYAT_253158&amp;utm_source=253158-Facebook-%20TM&amp;impradname=Facebook-%20TM&amp;ircid=4272" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/indiana-fever-vs-dallas-wings-indianapolis-indiana-05-09-2026/event/05006389BDDA8D26?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawRpradleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBQ2Rwd2k4WHRMeERCeDRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhh1JWvQYAgLFfM0q85aZXUcsFN717PGYtjA0R9HnE9I7NaSgRuDGNyGTsyq_aem_4ULe1s1Q2YNHhweWlAuWAg&amp;irgwc=1&amp;afsrc=1&amp;clickid=TAmXQtwM7xyZRykxnjy9dVPnUkuUTD1ppTz5V00&amp;camefrom=CFC_BUYAT_253158&amp;impradid=253158&amp;REFERRAL_ID=tmfeedbuyat253158&amp;wt.mc_id=aff_BUYAT_253158&amp;utm_source=253158-Facebook-%20TM&amp;impradname=Facebook-%20TM&amp;ircid=4272" target="_blank">Tickets</a> start at $35. </li></ul>🐶 This one&#x27;s for the dog moms! Take your furry friend to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mayfair Taproom&#x27;s Puppy Prom" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/events/2086578455434764/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external_search_engine%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_local_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2086578455434764/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22external_search_engine%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_local_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D" target="_blank">Mayfair Taproom&#x27;s Puppy Prom</a>, 6pm Saturday. 🍷 Sip on pink wine at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Easley Winery during Mother&#x27;s Day weekend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.easleywinery.com/events/mothersday2026" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.easleywinery.com/events/mothersday2026" target="_blank">Easley Winery during Mother&#x27;s Day weekend</a>, with special wine and sparkling juice flights, wine slushies and bracelet-making. Noon-5pm Saturday and Sunday. 🧘‍♀️ Unwind together during a yoga class at Black Sheep Studio in Franklin. Enjoy a post-class muffic, coffee and juice bar. <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-yoga-tickets-1988601421383?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-yoga-tickets-1988601421383?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $25/person. </li></ul>🥐 Dine in style at Newfields, during the museum&#x27;s Mother&#x27;s Day Rosé Brunch — a meal paired with sommelier-selected rosé wines in the grounds&#x27; historic gardens. 9:30am or noon Sunday. <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://discovernewfields.org/events-exhibitions/mothers-day-rose-brunch" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://discovernewfields.org/events-exhibitions/mothers-day-rose-brunch" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $100 for members/$125 for the public.</li></ul>💐 Go beyond the grocery store bouquet with a flower arranging workshop at Radius, noon Sunday. Hosted by Electric Blooms, the event includes as materials to leave with a self-made vased arrangement. <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-flower-arranging-workshop-tickets-1988080967692?aff=ebdiglgoogleliveevents" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-flower-arranging-workshop-tickets-1988080967692?aff=ebdiglgoogleliveevents" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $125.</li></ul>🕯️ Make mom a custom candle at Salt &amp; Ash Market, where you&#x27;ll choose your own scent blend and pour it into a custom jar. Noon Sunday.<ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-candle-bar-tickets-1988651090946?aff=ebdiglgoogleliveevents" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-candle-bar-tickets-1988651090946?aff=ebdiglgoogleliveevents" target="_blank">Tickets</a> are $30 for one or $52 for two. </li></ul>🎨 Make a lasting memory (and art) at a Mommy and Me (kids 8+) event at Painting with a Twist, noon Sunday. <ul><li><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tickets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/indianapolis/event/4281166/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRppptleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJSUtCR090b2thY0ZmbG9Lc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHm5T1DY-qloIQ16UmgfWwXmcBYbMyZes01Pxb8mmkkGmO86HhCd9PBgJF0gh_aem_ckSQm3rZHu7844UWr-Xe8g" data-vars-content-id="d0e1df5b-3d8a-4a6b-907a-94ed486d6368" data-vars-headline="How to spend Mother&#x27;s Day weekend in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/indianapolis/event/4281166/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRppptleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJSUtCR090b2thY0ZmbG9Lc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHm5T1DY-qloIQ16UmgfWwXmcBYbMyZes01Pxb8mmkkGmO86HhCd9PBgJF0gh_aem_ckSQm3rZHu7844UWr-Xe8g" target="_blank">Tickets</a> start at $32. </li></ul>

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Indianapolis&#x27;s homegrown pop culture convention returns this weekend with super heroes, cosplay competitions and one of film&#x27;s most beloved Hoosier sports icons.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="PopCon Indy" data-vars-click-url="https://popcon.us/popcon-indy" data-vars-content-id="485b3283-fff2-4ae5-a66e-8f11aa03443b" data-vars-headline="5 cool things to do at PopCon Indy 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://popcon.us/popcon-indy" target="_blank">PopCon Indy</a> has grown from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Kickstarter roots" data-vars-click-url="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/popcon/indy-popcon-2014-comics-gaming-culture-and-more" data-vars-content-id="485b3283-fff2-4ae5-a66e-8f11aa03443b" data-vars-headline="5 cool things to do at PopCon Indy 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/popcon/indy-popcon-2014-comics-gaming-culture-and-more" target="_blank">Kickstarter roots</a> in the early 2010s into a large-scale, locally-owned convention now celebrating its 13th year.

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