Events are starting to return to Anderson Madison County and we are so excited to see you there!
All event information is subject to change. Please check the website or social media pages of the event’s organizers for the most up-to-date information.
Events:
6th Annual Paint the Night Pink Tony Elliott Classic
Date: October 2nd
Time: 2PM – Gates Open, 6PM – Racing Begins
Location: Anderson Speedway
Racing divisions: Non-Wing Sprint Cars, Pavement Midgets, Day Transportation Mel Kenyon Midgets, Thunder Roadsters, Legends
Summer Concert Series: Toy Factory
Date: October 8th
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Dickmann Town Center
Bring your lawn chairs and sit around the stage at Dickmann Town Center for the last concert of the Summer Concert Series put on by Mayor Broderick and Anderson Parks and Recreation! Relax and enjoy the music and some Cajun cuisine from the Big Easy Food Truck!
Anderson University Homecoming
Date: October 8th-9th
Location: Anderson University
It’s time for the Raven alumni to return to campus for this year’s homecoming celebration! Join in with old favorites like the luminaries, Cheap Thrills, Encore, the street fair, athletic games, and more! We can’t wait to have everyone back home.
End of Season Bonanza
Date: October 9th
Time: 2:30PM – Gates Open, 6PM – Racing Begins
Location: Anderson Speedway
Racing divisions: ThunderCars, Marcum Welding Front Wheel Drives, Harts Auto Center Ford Division – Triathlon
ISS Super Finals
Date: October 15th
Time: 6:30PM – First Post
Location: Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino
Join spectators at Harrah’s Hoosier Park for this live stakes race! “Racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park is a family friendly event. Admission into Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino is complimentary. Valet parking is available at both the gaming and racing entrances.”
Buddy Guy
Date: October 15th
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Paramount Theatre
Pioneer of the Chicago blues sound and top-ranked guitarist Buddy Guy is making an appearance at the Paramount Theatre! Grab your tickets and enjoy an incredible live performance!
Tesla
Date: October 19th
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Paramount Theatre
Don’t miss out on the bluesy and soulful tunes of Tesla at the Paramount Theatre! With special guest Brett Wiscons.
The Pegasus
Date: October 22nd
Time: 6:30PM – First Post
Location: Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino
Join spectators at Harrah’s Hoosier Park for this live stakes race! “Racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park is a family friendly event. Admission into Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino is complimentary. Valet parking is available at both the gaming and racing entrances.”
Hoots and Howls Weekend
Date: October 22nd-23rd
Location: Mounds State Park
Mounds State Park has a packed schedule for the month of October, and the Hoots and Howls Weekend is just one part of it!
Friday
- 6PM-9PM: “Not-so-scary” Luminary Night Hikes – Self-guided night hike along an illuminated trail. Bring a candy pail for trick or treating!
Saturday
- 11AM-4PM: Historic Halloween – Visit the historic Bronnenberg Home lawn for games, crafts, and old Halloween traditions!
- 1PM: Costume Parade – Age categories include: pets, children 2 years old and younger, 3 to 8 years old, 10 to 13 years old, 14 years and up, and group/family.
The Oak Ridge Boys
Date: October 23rd
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Paramount Theatre
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of their hit “Elvira,” The Oak Ridge Boys are bringing their tour to the Paramount! Come out and see the country band that has won Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards!
“Over the Edge” Supporting the Anderson Museum of Art
Date: October 23rd
Time: 9AM-8PM
Location: First Merchants Bank
“Watch up to 80 brave locals as they go ‘Over The Edge’ on October 23. Each edger will be rappelling down the side of a 10-story building in downtown Anderson. We invite you to attend the event to watch, enjoy live music and food, visit the museum for a special exhibition, and enjoy our fall family activities.”
The Circle City
Date: October 29th
Time: 6:30PM – First Post
Location: Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino
Join spectators at Harrah’s Hoosier Park for this live stakes race! “Racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park is a family friendly event. Admission into Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino is complimentary. Valet parking is available at both the gaming and racing entrances.”
Anderson Symphony Orchestra: A Family Halloween
Date: October 30th
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Paramount Theatre
Join the ASO for a fun Halloween-themed night of music, including “Ride of the Valkyries,” “Dense Macabre,” “Phantom,” and a medley from “Frozen.” Everyone encouraged to wear costumes.
