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HI-FI Annex kicks off its final outdoor season. Again.

HI-FI Annex is bringing the noise to Fountain Square with an encore season as plans to move indoors develop.

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After what was supposed to be a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="farewell tour in 2025" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/28/live-music-venues-concerts-indianapolis" data-vars-content-id="761fdcdb-22e0-4a52-aa09-2eec78b3470e" data-vars-headline="HI-FI Annex kicks off its final outdoor season. Again." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/28/live-music-venues-concerts-indianapolis" target="_self">farewell tour in 2025</a>, HI-FI Annex is bringing the noise to Fountain Square with an encore outdoor season featuring more than 70 shows.Why it matters: What started as a pandemic-era solution for local live music <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="has blossomed" data-vars-click-url="https://hifiindy.com/2025/12/26/2025-hi-lights-what-you-missed-and-whats-coming-next/" data-vars-content-id="761fdcdb-22e0-4a52-aa09-2eec78b3470e" data-vars-headline="HI-FI Annex kicks off its final outdoor season. Again." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://hifiindy.com/2025/12/26/2025-hi-lights-what-you-missed-and-whats-coming-next/" target="_blank">has blossomed</a> into one of Indy&#x27;s most beloved music venues over the past six years.

Inside the "scrappy" effort to build Indy's City-County Archives

The archives are just two years old, with a 150-year backlog of information.

The City-County Building has a secret. Lots of them, actually.Why it matters: Inside courtrooms abandoned when the Criminal Justice Campus opened in 2022 sits a trove of Indianapolis history — 150 years of records, maps and photographs.

Indianapolis' air quality gets failing grades as pollution worsens nationwide

Marion County failed every single pollution test conducted in the American Lung Association's annual State of the Air report.

Marion County is one of just 20 counties that failed every pollution test in the American Lung Association&#x27;s annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="State of the Air Report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lung.org/research/sota" data-vars-content-id="8350ff5a-b365-4d02-b0e5-3b9110c64e38" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis&#x27; air quality gets failing grades as pollution worsens nationwide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lung.org/research/sota" target="_blank">State of the Air Report</a>, released this morning.Why it matters: The county is home to hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers who face <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="an elevated risk" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lung.org/research/sota/key-findings/people-at-risk" data-vars-content-id="8350ff5a-b365-4d02-b0e5-3b9110c64e38" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis&#x27; air quality gets failing grades as pollution worsens nationwide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lung.org/research/sota/key-findings/people-at-risk" target="_blank">an elevated risk</a> of health conditions linked to air pollution, ranging from wheezing and coughing to premature death.

Arsenal Tech robotics team making history at World Championship

It's the first IPS high school team to make it to the world championship.

An Arsenal Technical High School robotics team is competing at the world championships for the first time.Why it matters: Tech&#x27;s X team is the first IPS high school team to reach the VEX Robotics World Championship.

Your weekend plans: TrailMixer Festival, Arbor Day, 65th annual home show and more

Celebrate the last weekend of April with a good time in the Circle City.

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It&#x27;s the last weekend of April, and Indy&#x27;s events calendar is full of ways to close out the month with a good time in the Circle City.🏠 Take part in the longest continuously run show house in the country during the 65th annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Margaret&#x27;s Hospital Guild Decorators&#x27; Show House and Gardens" data-vars-click-url="https://showhouseindy.org/" data-vars-content-id="c9084716-ab40-4a31-919b-192bb2c552df" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: TrailMixer Festival, Arbor Day, 65th annual home show and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://showhouseindy.org/" target="_blank">St. Margaret&#x27;s Hospital Guild Decorators&#x27; Show House and Gardens</a>.

Earth Day events around Indianapolis

There are plenty of ways to show the planet some much needed love around Indianapolis.

Earth Day is Wednesday, and Indianapolis is marking it with plenty of ways to show the planet some love.Why it matters: Events give residents an opportunity to have a positive impact on the environment as air quality throughout the region worsens.

7 Hoosier movies to catch during Indy Film Fest 2026

One of the biggest annual celebrations for Circle City cinephiles returns for its 23rd year.

The Indy Film Fest returns Wednesday with more than 70 films, including a strong slate of Indiana-made projects.Why it matters: The volunteer-run celebration <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="is expanding" data-vars-click-url="https://indyfilmfest.org/2026/03/04/indy-film-fest-returns-for-the-23rd-year-from-april-22-26-expands-to-two-windsor-park-venues/" data-vars-content-id="baa1b9c3-51b6-4465-8e7d-a4e7b78cdb4e" data-vars-headline="7 Hoosier movies to catch during Indy Film Fest 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indyfilmfest.org/2026/03/04/indy-film-fest-returns-for-the-23rd-year-from-april-22-26-expands-to-two-windsor-park-venues/" target="_blank">is expanding</a> in its 23rd year to accommodate more programming in one of the city&#x27;s fastest-growing arts districts.The festival runs Wednesday through Sunday at two Windsor Park venues.

Your weekend plans: Record Store Day, Earth Day and World Voice Day celebrations

Record Store Day is back and shops throughout Indianapolis are turning up the volume.

Record Store Day returns Saturday and shops throughout Indianapolis are turning up the volume with live music, giveaways and discounts.🎵 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Luna Music" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lunamusic.net/" data-vars-content-id="fd0b8f85-39f1-44d8-b775-3704556f9a8a" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Record Store Day, Earth Day and World Voice Day celebrations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lunamusic.net/" target="_blank">Luna Music</a> opens its doors at 8am with special releases, hot dogs from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Weiner Dreams" data-vars-click-url="http://www.weinerdreams.com/" data-vars-content-id="fd0b8f85-39f1-44d8-b775-3704556f9a8a" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Record Store Day, Earth Day and World Voice Day celebrations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://www.weinerdreams.com/" target="_blank">Weiner Dreams</a> and beer from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Black Circle" data-vars-click-url="https://www.blackcirclebrewing.com/loom" data-vars-content-id="fd0b8f85-39f1-44d8-b775-3704556f9a8a" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Record Store Day, Earth Day and World Voice Day celebrations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.blackcirclebrewing.com/loom" target="_blank">Black Circle</a>.

Four ways to celebrate National Poetry Month in Indianapolis

30th anniversary of the nationwide celebration is underway.

It&#x27;s the 30th anniversary of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="National Poetry Month" data-vars-click-url="https://poets.org/national-poetry-month-30th-anniversary" data-vars-content-id="2c218d77-7ee0-4dd6-a34a-22da8e03cc29" data-vars-headline="Four ways to celebrate National Poetry Month in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://poets.org/national-poetry-month-30th-anniversary" target="_blank">National Poetry Month</a>, and Indianapolis is full of opportunities to both observe and take part in the celebration.The big picture: Established by the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Academy of American Poets" data-vars-click-url="https://poets.org/" data-vars-content-id="2c218d77-7ee0-4dd6-a34a-22da8e03cc29" data-vars-headline="Four ways to celebrate National Poetry Month in Indianapolis" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://poets.org/" target="_blank">Academy of American Poets</a> in 1996, National Poetry Month recognizes poets&#x27; role in our culture and delivers the message that poetry matters.

Your weekend plans: Opera Center Music Fest, Jurassic Quest, Indiana Bridal Show and more

Enjoy two afternoons of free live music, dance classes and theater in Meridian-Kessler.

Enjoy two afternoons of free live music, dance classes and hands-on arts experiences in Indy&#x27;s historic Meridian-Kessler neighborhood.Driving the news: The all-ages <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Basile Opera Center Music Fest" data-vars-click-url="https://indianapolisopera.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F38196" data-vars-content-id="4fc2b69c-c930-4dc9-90da-98607e3efb76" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Opera Center Music Fest, Jurassic Quest, Indiana Bridal Show and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indianapolisopera.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F38196" target="_blank">Basile Opera Center Music Fest</a> goes down this weekend with a slate of Family Day events from 12-4pm Saturday, and a performance showcase from 2-5pm Sunday.

Art & Soul returns for year 30

Indy Arts Council's largest public program is back for another celebration of Black art.

Indy Arts Council&#x27;s largest public program is back for another celebration of Black creativity.Why it matters: For the past 30 years, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Art &amp; Soul" data-vars-click-url="https://indyarts.org/programs/art-soul/" data-vars-content-id="f7363c01-836c-4772-943c-c2e11e23adb6" data-vars-headline="Art &amp; Soul returns for year 30" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indyarts.org/programs/art-soul/" target="_blank">Art &amp; Soul</a> has given local creators of color the opportunity to share their talent with the entire city.

Your weekend plans: 13 ways to celebrate Easter in Indy

The Indianapolis area is full of ways to celebrate from brunch specials to Easter Bunny hang sessions.

Easter weekend is here, and the Indianapolis area is full of ways to celebrate, from brunch specials to Easter Bunny hang sessions.📷 Get a photo with the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Easter Bunny at Castleton Square Mall" data-vars-click-url="https://whereisbunny.com/mall/1351?utm_campaign=hp-castleton-square-mall&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=website-simon" data-vars-content-id="2aa548af-4676-4841-8129-fbccb9e1d1ed" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: 13 ways to celebrate Easter in Indy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://whereisbunny.com/mall/1351?utm_campaign=hp-castleton-square-mall&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=website-simon" target="_blank">Easter Bunny at Castleton Square Mall</a>, 11am-7pm Friday and 10am-9pm Saturday.

Your complete guide to the 2026 Final Four and more in Indianapolis

Indy's biggest basketball weekend of 2026 tips off Thursday night.

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Indianapolis&#x27; biggest basketball weekend of 2026 tips off Thursday.Why it matters: Tens of thousands of fans are expected to participate in programming centered around several different tournaments.

Your weekend plans: Indiana Artisan Marketplace, Easter Begg Hunt, Jerry Lee Atwood exhibit and more

Discover art and food handcrafted in the Hoosier state this weekend during the 14th annual Indiana Artisan Marketplace.

Discover art and food handcrafted in the Hoosier state this weekend during the 14th annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indiana Artisan Marketplace" data-vars-click-url="https://indianaartisan.org/marketplace/" data-vars-content-id="157d4e83-ad6c-48f0-87db-1faf9a061723" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Indiana Artisan Marketplace, Easter Begg Hunt, Jerry Lee Atwood exhibit and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indianaartisan.org/marketplace/" target="_blank">Indiana Artisan Marketplace</a>.Driving the news: Considered a kickoff to the state&#x27;s art fair season, the marketplace features goods from more than 100 creatives from all regions of Indiana.

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Your weekend plans: TrailMixer Festival, Arbor Day, 65th annual home show and more

Earth Day events around Indianapolis

7 Hoosier movies to catch during Indy Film Fest 2026

Your weekend plans: Record Store Day, Earth Day and World Voice Day celebrations

Four ways to celebrate National Poetry Month in Indianapolis