Jingle Rails
2026-01-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-19 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Eiteljorg Museum at White River State Park, 500 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204
A One-of-a-Kind Hoosier Holiday Tradition

A beloved annual holiday tradition, Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure presented by Fifth Third Bank is a breathtaking model train display featuring eight G-scale trains traveling through spectacular landscapes and past famous landmarks of Indianapolis and the American West. Each scene is masterfully crafted from natural materials and adorned with festive holiday decorations and twinkling lights, creating a magical experience for visitors of all ages.

This year at Jingle Rails enjoy extended evening hours on select days, explore the return of the Winter Markets featuring local artists, and marvel at the newest addition to the display, Route 66!

Come experience this exhibitHow to visit: See exhibit Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sun 12 p.m.-5 p.m.Extended Hours: See exhibit with extended hours December 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Admission: Exhibit is included with the cost of museum admission

FREE ADMISSION - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026-01-19 08:00 - 17:00 | White River State Park, 801 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
FREE White River State Park attraction admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19th!

On January 19th, enjoy free admission to Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, IMAX Theater, Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Zoo, and NCAA Hall of Champions. Parking will be free in the park’s underground parking garage on a first come, first serve basis.

New this year! Warm up on your travel between attractions at a warming station featuring Traveling Tom’s Coffee Truck!

Enjoy a day at the park and support your community at the same time! Every MLK Day the park partners with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc. to raise money to fight hunger.

1 in 7 Hoosiers are facing hunger. For every $1 donated, Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana can provide 6 meals for neighbors in need. $20 can provide 120 meals!

Make a donation online at the link below or at any White River State Park attraction on MLK Day.

Gallery to Galaxy
2026-01-24 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-01-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Newfields, 4000 N Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
Begin at Newfields to experience THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Connection featuring the work of over 100 contemporary Indigenous Australian artists. While you explore, enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage from Café Ngura.

Then, join us at Butler University’s Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium at 5 PM for an exclusive planetarium show hosted by Dr. Aarran Shaw, Assistant Professor of Physics, and Tim Shackelford, Associate Director of the Holcomb Observatory. This guided show will take you on a galactic journey from the art you experienced in THE LUME to images of Australia’s night skies.

After the planetarium show, there will be an opportunity to view the night sky through Holcomb Observatory’s 38-inch Cassegrain Reflector Telescope, weather permitting.

*Please note that there are three separate sets of steps totaling 66 leading up to the telescope viewing area, as there is no elevator available. For disability-related accommodations, please visit Event Accommodations. Wheelchair accessibility is provided in the lobby and restroom areas, as well as for the planetarium. If you require ground-level viewing, we can arrange for a portable telescope; please contact the Holcomb Observatory in advance to make these arrangements.

College Night at Newfields
2026-01-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Newfields, 4000 N Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
Ready for a study break? Wind down, explore the IMA Galleries, and unleash your creativity with an evening at Newfields. Start your night with a walk through The Message is the Medium: Contemporary Art. Then, once you’ve gathered inspiration, enjoy light refreshments and decorate the cover of your own notebook using art supplies and materials inspired by the exhibition. All supplies are provided. College or university faculty who would like to attend, please contact us at 317-920-2651.

Performing Arts | ShooBeeLoo: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
2026-01-31 10:30 - 11:15 | Broad Ripple Park, 1500 Broad Ripple Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46220
Your child will be the star of this show! Twinkle, jingle, count the stars, and croon a tune while swinging on the moon. During this session, singer and guitarist Michelle Marti will be leading songs about the wonders of starlit nights and moonshine. You and your child can tap, sing, and jingle along, with the help of a plethora of percussion instruments and toys in this age appropriate music class for young children accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Ms. Michelle of ShooBeeLoo Music is a musician, educator, and performer. She has been leading children and their parents in music classes since 2007. Born and raised in Australia, Michelle has traveled the world playing music and learning about a variety of cultures. Through her classes, “Ms. Michelle” introduces children to a broad spectrum of musical genres and experiences. She teaches music at a number of preschools and community centers throughout Central Indiana.
