Community Calendar

Downtown Evansville gets a Halloween takeover starting at The Rooftop. The official crawl brings together costumed guests, multiple participating bars, drink specials, music, and crawl perks through the night. Check in for the route and wristband, then make Halloween count. Ages 21 and older. Valid government-issued ID is required. Please drink responsibly.

Robert Nicholls improvises a sound track on the pipe organ to the 1925 silent film masterpiece, "The Phantom of the Opera"

University of Southern Indiana Theatre continues its 2026-2027 season with its second main stage performance of the year, The Old Man and The Old Moon. Performances will run Thursday through Sunday, October 29-November 1 at the Franklin Theatre, located in the USI Performance Center. Shows start at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 29 and Friday, October 30 and 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 for the matinee.

With book, music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Company, The Old Man and The Old Moon will become the second main stage production to be directed by a USI Theatre student, Senior Brecken Maddox.

The Old Man has kept his post as the sole caretaker of the moon for as long as he (or his wife, the Old Woman) can remember. When she is drawn away by a mysterious melody that sparks memories of their shared past, the Old Man must decide between duty (and routine) and love (and adventure). Luckily for audiences everywhere, he chooses the latter, and what follows is an imaginative sea-faring epic, encompassing apocalyptic storms, civil wars, leviathans of the deep, cantankerous ghosts and the fiercest obstacle of all: change.

University of Southern Indiana Theatre continues its 2026-2027 season with its second main stage performance of the year, The Old Man and The Old Moon. Performances will run Thursday through Sunday, October 29-November 1 at the Franklin Theatre, located in the USI Performance Center. Shows start at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 29 and Friday, October 30 and 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1 for the matinee.

With book, music and lyrics by PigPen Theatre Company, The Old Man and The Old Moon will become the second main stage production to be directed by a USI Theatre student, Senior Brecken Maddox.

The Old Man has kept his post as the sole caretaker of the moon for as long as he (or his wife, the Old Woman) can remember. When she is drawn away by a mysterious melody that sparks memories of their shared past, the Old Man must decide between duty (and routine) and love (and adventure). Luckily for audiences everywhere, he chooses the latter, and what follows is an imaginative sea-faring epic, encompassing apocalyptic storms, civil wars, leviathans of the deep, cantankerous ghosts and the fiercest obstacle of all: change.

Art Hop is an annual downtown event that brings together local artists, businesses, and the community for an evening celebrating the arts. Artists are hosted by downtown businesses, where visitors can meet the artists, view and purchase original artwork, and explore Downtown Henderson.

Don’t miss a Tri-State Christmas tradition! The VHS is host to the longest-running Pet Pictures with Santa event in the Tri-State, celebrating 40 YEARS IN 2026!! Mr. Claus himself makes the trip to Washington Square Mall from the North Pole during the first full weekend in November each year. This allows families to get their photos back in plenty of time for family Christmas cards!

Photos are $30 and include two poses with digital images for your use. (Add 4x6 prints for $5.) Costumes and accessories are encouraged, and accessories for pets are provided free of charge! Children, adults, and all species of pets are welcome in photos! (Really -- all pets! We have had potbellied pigs, miniature horses, rats, rabbits, a hedgehog, guinea pigs, a Sphinx cat, and more come to visit Santa!)

Proceeds benefit the mission of the Vanderburgh Humane Society!

Step into a realm where dragons soar, ancient kingdoms gather, and legends come to life.

Gathering of Wings & Flame is an immersive fantasy ball where guests become part of the story. Throughout the evening, you'll experience breathtaking performances, encounter unforgettable characters, browse a marketplace filled with fantasy artisans, dance beneath glowing lights, and uncover surprises woven throughout the realm.

Whether you arrive as royalty, a wandering ranger, a mage, a pirate, a dragon rider, or a character entirely your own, you are invited to leave the ordinary world behind and enter one where magic still exists.

This is more than a dance. It is more than a performance. It is an unforgettable journey into fantasy.

Did you know that 68¢ of every dollar spent at local shops and restaurants remains in our neighborhood?* Support your neighbors during Small Business Saturday by shopping local. With 10+ shops and 30+ restaurants in Downtown Evansville, you have plenty of opportunities to make a difference!

FREE Shop Small bags, buttons, and maps will be distributed in front of 318 Main Street beginning at 10 AM (while quantities last)

FREE parking (street parking is not monitored on weekends)

FREE hot chocolate

15+ local makers

Shop Small Passport with chances to win Downtown Evansville e-Gift Cards

How it works:
When shoppers make a purchase at any of the participating locations, they will receive a stamp on their passport from that business. Each stamp is one entry to win a gift card to a Downtown business. The more stamps a shopper receives on their passport, the more entries they will have to win Downtown Evansville e-Gift Cards.

Evansville launches the Christmas season with The Naughty List Bar Crawl. Choose Naughty or Nice, break out the ugly sweater, and crawl through participating bars for holiday drinks, music, party beads, themed buttons, and seasonal chaos. Upgraded and VIP tiers include samples and extra perks. Ages 21 and older. Valid government-issued ID is required.

Celebrate the holiday season on Main Street in Downtown Evansville! Thanks to our sponsors, all of the event activities are FREE to enjoy:
Santa's Workshop Sponsored by F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors with craft stations, letter writing to Santa, and holiday-themed activities
Snow glacier inflatable slide
Reindeer encounters
Snow machine
Hair tinsel and braiding
Petting zoo
Enjoy holiday music
Visit and take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Giant snow globe photos
Pony rides
Costume characters
Dinosaur encounters from 12 - 2 PM
Holiday express trackless train
Free hot cocoa & more!

Let us know you're coming and share the event with your family & friends!