Events

January 13, 2026
June 23, 2026
MLK Center, Indianapolis
11:30 am
1:00 pm
All Day Event

Seniors Programs

Seniors are invited to join in community with friends and neighbors to learn, celebrate, grieve together. Seniors meet every other Tuesday in the Center. Future dates: 4/28/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 6/9/26, 6/23/26.

January 13, 2026 11:30 AM
June 23, 2026 1:00 PM
MLK Center, Indianapolis
Seniors are invited to join in community with friends and neighbors to learn, celebrate, grieve together. Seniors meet every other Tuesday in the Center. Future dates: 4/28/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 6/9/26, 6/23/26.
January 24, 2026
December 12, 2026
40 W. 40th St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
12:00 pm
1:30 pm
All Day Event

Grief Support

Grief support provides a space for emotional support and healing for those living with lost and grief. Future event dates: April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, August 22, September 26, October 24, November 21, and December 12.

January 24, 2026 12:00 PM
December 12, 2026 1:30 PM
40 W. 40th St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Grief support provides a space for emotional support and healing for those living with lost and grief. Future event dates: April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, August 22, September 26, October 24, November 21, and December 12.
February 9, 2026
May 11, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
6:30 pm
8:00 pm
All Day Event

Butler Tarkington Neighborhood Association Meetings

BTNA holds meetings on the second Monday of every month. Everyone is welcome to attend!

February 9, 2026 6:30 PM
May 11, 2026 8:00 PM
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
BTNA holds meetings on the second Monday of every month. Everyone is welcome to attend!
April 17, 2026
October 30, 2026
40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
12:45 pm
2:00 pm
All Day Event

Sassy Seniors (Fun and Fitness) Beginner Line-Dancing

Come move, groove, and connect with neighbors from across the community! Originally created for seniors, this fun and welcoming group is now open to all ages. Led by experienced instructor Kathy Johnson, it’s a great way to stay active, enjoy good music, and build community. Fridays at 12:45 PM in the MLK Center Dance Studio. Join us—we’d love to see you there!

April 17, 2026 12:45 PM
October 30, 2026 2:00 PM
40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Come move, groove, and connect with neighbors from across the community! Originally created for seniors, this fun and welcoming group is now open to all ages. Led by experienced instructor Kathy Johnson, it’s a great way to stay active, enjoy good music, and build community. Fridays at 12:45 PM in the MLK Center Dance Studio. Join us—we’d love to see you there!
May 5, 2026
May 5, 2026
https://www.vote411.org/
6:00 am
6:00 pm
All Day Event

Indiana Primary Election: Make the MLK Center your polling Site

Make your voice heard right here in your community. The MLK Center will serve as an official polling location for Indiana’s Primary Election on Tuesday, May 5. Polls will be open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to stop by and cast your vote.

May 5, 2026 6:00 AM
May 5, 2026 6:00 PM
https://www.vote411.org/
Make your voice heard right here in your community. The MLK Center will serve as an official polling location for Indiana’s Primary Election on Tuesday, May 5. Polls will be open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to stop by and cast your vote.
May 7, 2026
May 7, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
All Day Event

Drone Graduation and Premiere Night

Join us on Thursday, May 7 at 6:00 PM for a special evening at the MLK Center celebrating our drone program graduates and the premiere of the Localmotion series. It’s a chance for our community to come together and celebrate the creativity and accomplishments of our youth.

May 7, 2026 6:00 PM
May 7, 2026 7:00 PM
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Join us on Thursday, May 7 at 6:00 PM for a special evening at the MLK Center celebrating our drone program graduates and the premiere of the Localmotion series. It’s a chance for our community to come together and celebrate the creativity and accomplishments of our youth.
May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
All IPS Schools
8:00 am
5:00 pm
All Day Event

The last day of school for IPS Students

This is the last day of classes for students who attend IPS schools throughout Indianapolis. More specifically, this will be the last school for students attending James Whitcomb Riley IPS 43. And it's our students' last day of afterschool programming before summer camp—more information will come soon.

May 21, 2026 8:00 AM
May 21, 2026 5:00 PM
All IPS Schools
This is the last day of classes for students who attend IPS schools throughout Indianapolis. More specifically, this will be the last school for students attending James Whitcomb Riley IPS 43. And it's our students' last day of afterschool programming before summer camp—more information will come soon.
May 25, 2026
May 25, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
12:00 am
12:00 am
All Day Event

Holiday Closure: Memorial Day

The MLK Center will be closed in recognition of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

May 25, 2026 12:00 AM
May 25, 2026 12:00 AM
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
The MLK Center will be closed in recognition of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
June 8, 2026
July 31, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205
8:00 am
3:00 pm
All Day Event

Summer Camp Program: Kindergarten - 8th grade students

Join us for a summer full of fun, learning, and community! Open to K–8th grade students, our camp offers a mix of academic support, creative activities, games, and more—all in a safe and welcoming environment. Camp takes place June 8 – July 31, 2026 at the MLK Center. Come learn, grow, and make lasting memories this summer!

June 8, 2026 8:00 AM
July 31, 2026 3:00 PM
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Join us for a summer full of fun, learning, and community! Open to K–8th grade students, our camp offers a mix of academic support, creative activities, games, and more—all in a safe and welcoming environment. Camp takes place June 8 – July 31, 2026 at the MLK Center. Come learn, grow, and make lasting memories this summer!
June 8, 2026
July 31, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
12:00 pm
5:00 pm
All Day Event

2026 Summer Teen Work Crew

High school students (ages 13–15) can gain work experience, build skills, and earn $100/week this summer. June 8 – July 31, 2026. Apply today—recommendation required to be considered for an interview.

June 8, 2026 12:00 PM
July 31, 2026 5:00 PM
MLK Center, 40 W. 40th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
High school students (ages 13–15) can gain work experience, build skills, and earn $100/week this summer. June 8 – July 31, 2026. Apply today—recommendation required to be considered for an interview.
August 1, 2026
August 1, 2026
MLK Center, 40 W 40th Street, Indianapolis
3:00 pm
7:00 pm
All Day Event

Community Block Party 🎉🎉🎉

🎉🎈 It’s that time again… BLOCK PARTY TIME! 🎈🎉

August 1, 2026 3:00 PM
August 1, 2026 7:00 PM
MLK Center, 40 W 40th Street, Indianapolis
🎉🎈 It’s that time again… BLOCK PARTY TIME! 🎈🎉