Family Shows in Indianapolis

Family-friendly theatre, circus shows, magic performances, and live entertainment in Indianapolis.

Updated: November 11, 2026
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Indianapolis, IN, offers a variety of family-friendly entertainment, from children's theatre and circus acts to magic shows, puppetry, and live stage performances. Find upcoming family shows, performance dates, venues, seating options, and tickets throughout the area.

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Upcoming Family Shows: 58

Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MAGIC SHOWS, Weekend Event: Darci Lynne at Egyptian Room At Old National Centre • 2,000 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $40, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 833. View Tickets

Nov 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — HOLIDAY: Christmas Joy with Edward S. Zlaty at The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts • 1,600 seats, 355 W. City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032. From $41, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 148. View Tickets

Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — CIRCUS, Best Value: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $25, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 2680. View Tickets

Nov 21, 2026, 10:00 AM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $28, Avg. price ~ $91, Tickets Available: 3817. View Tickets

Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $42, Avg. price ~ $88, Tickets Available: 2736. View Tickets

Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $36, Avg. price ~ $84, Tickets Available: 3076. View Tickets

Nov 22, 2026, 10:00 AM Sun — CIRCUS, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $126, Avg. price ~ $152, Tickets Remaining: 11. View Tickets

Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $42, Avg. price ~ $96, Tickets Available: 3919. View Tickets

Nov 22, 2026, 6:00 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at Gainbridge Fieldhouse • 19,000 seats, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $126, Avg. price ~ $145, Tickets Remaining: 7. View Tickets

Nov 25, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $54, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 1305. View Tickets

Nov 27, 2026, 1:00 PM Fri — THEATRE, High Demand: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $61, Avg. price ~ $181, Tickets Available: 1350. View Tickets

Nov 27, 2026, 4:00 PM Fri — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $40, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 1445. View Tickets

Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $40, Avg. price ~ $141, Tickets Available: 1473. View Tickets

Nov 28, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $61, Avg. price ~ $139, Tickets Available: 1395. View Tickets

Nov 28, 2026, 4:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $58, Avg. price ~ $151, Tickets Available: 1440. View Tickets

Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $62, Avg. price ~ $137, Tickets Available: 1395. View Tickets

Nov 29, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Murat Theatre at Old National Centre • 2,600 seats, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. From $55, Avg. price ~ $145, Tickets Available: 1224. View Tickets

Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — HOLIDAY: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Holiday at The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts • 1,600 seats, 355 W. City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032. From $65, Avg. price ~ $132, Tickets Available: 61. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Purdue Christmas Show at The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts • 1,600 seats, 355 W. City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032. From $950, Avg. price ~ $1,097, Tickets Remaining: 4. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 4:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Purdue Christmas Show at The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts • 1,600 seats, 355 W. City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032. From $950, Avg. price ~ $1,097, Tickets Remaining: 4. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Purdue Christmas Show at The Payne & Mencias Palladium At Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts • 1,600 seats, 355 W. City Center Drive, Carmel, IN 46032. From $950, Avg. price ~ $1,097, Tickets Remaining: 4. View Tickets

Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — HOLIDAY: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Clowes Memorial Hall • 2,172 seats, 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46208. From $74, Avg. price ~ $165, Tickets Available: 1364, VIP Packages. View Tickets

Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Best Value: Elf Jr. at Shelton Auditorium At Butler Arts Center, 1000 W 42nd St., Indianapolis, IN 46208. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 222. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — CHILDREN / FAMILY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Elf Jr. at Shelton Auditorium At Butler Arts Center, 1000 W 42nd St., Indianapolis, IN 46208. From $26, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 224. View Tickets

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Category	Examples
Children's Theatre	Stage productions for young audiences
Circus Shows	Acrobatic and touring family productions
Magic Shows	Illusion and interactive performances
Family Musicals	Musical theatre and family productions
Holiday Shows	Seasonal and festive performances
Character Shows	Children's entertainment productions
Educational Shows	Learning-focused live entertainment
Touring Productions	National and international touring shows