60 Things to Do in November – Terre Haute Event Guide
65+ Things to Do in November in Terre Haute, Indiana
(2026 Family Events Guide – Updated October 30, 2026)
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In our November calendar, you may see a few holiday events sprinkled in, but most will be found in our 2026 Holiday Guide! (Coming soon!). Scroll down for the Wabash Valley’s most comprehensive list of Terre Haute events and things to do in Terre Haute with kids!
Thursday, November 12. Read to Walter at VCPL 12 Points. 4-5pm.
Thursday, November 12. Sawyer Brown: The Boys and Me Tour at Hatfield Hall.
Thursday, November 12. Sweet Reads Book Club at Magpies’ Nest with VCPL 12 Points.
Featured Event! Rabbit Hole at Community Theatre
Rabbit Hole at Community Theater of Terre Haute. Rated R. Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. Rabbit Hole charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back into the light of day.
Friday, November 13 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, November 14 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 15 at 2:30 PM
Friday, November 13. Erasure Poetry at VCPL 12 Points.
Friday, November 13-Sunday, November 15. Shrek the Musical hosted by Children’s Theater of Terre Haute. Friday and Saturday at 7pm. Sunday matinee at 2pm. Hosted at 1203 Maple Ave (Maple Ave Church).
November 13 and November 14. The Wildflower Christmas Market. Step into a glowing winter wonderland in beautiful Parke County, Indiana, filled with twinkling lights, festive music, and the scent of Christmas in the air. Over 115 local vendors transform the grounds into a Hallmark-style holiday village overflowing with handmade treasures and seasonal cheer.
Friday, November 13. Paint and Burn Hat Party at The Makers Studio. Each guest will receive a suede fedora that has already been beautifully burned with a fun design. Once you arrive, you’ll get to bring it to life with paint! Choose your colors, add your own creative touches, and make your hat completely unique.
Friday, November 13. Squishy Party at Tumble Express. Pizza, drinks, new squishy, squishy trades, a squishy market.
Featured Event! Girls on the Run 5K in Terre Haute
Saturday, November 14. Girls on the Run 5K! A 5K shirt is included with your registration! This year’s theme: Run Bold, Dream Big, Dress Up!
Featured Event! Con at the Crossroads
Saturday, November 14. Con at the Crossroads at Vigo County Public Library MAIN. Save the Date for the 3rd Annual Con at the Crossroads! Whether you’re ready to set sail for the Grand Line, power up to Super Saiyan levels, or battle demons with a K-pop hit, prepare for all of your favorite fandoms across the multi-verse to collide at Con at the Crossroads! Get hands-on with fantastical activities, hear from local industry insiders at exciting panels, enjoy local artists’ fan art, and meet other cosplayers, creators, and fans of your favorite franchises! Costumes and cosplay are not required but are encouraged.
Saturday, November 14. Six courses at The Ohio Building.
Saturday, November 14. Graphic FX presents the Indiana Fall Classic. 1 mile run/walk and 10k run/walk.
Saturday, November 14. First Christian Church Christmas Market in BRAZIL. Hosted inside the First Christian Church Family Life Centre in Brazil, Indiana, this special event features a wonderful variety of local crafters and small businesses ready to help you check off your holiday shopping list.
Saturday, November 14. Let’s Get Glam Honey Creek Middle School Dance Team workshop. $50.00 (Includes: A t-shirt, snack, cheese pizza, drink, learning a dance, games and FUN!!) If you have a food allergy, please bring your own lunch. Family and friends are welcome back to HCMS at 1:45pm to watch all the routines along with performances by the Honey Creek Dance Team!
Monday, November 16. Teen Cookbook Club at VCPL West.
Monday, November 16. Read to Rover at VCPL West.
Tuesday, November 17. Word Puzzle Games at VCPL 12 Points.
Tuesday, November 17. 12 Points Storytime at VCPL 12 Points.
November 19, 20, and 21. The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at Terre Haute South.
Thursday, November 19. Christmas Lights Banner DIY – Adult Class at Makers Studio. Your kit comes unfinished, giving you the freedom to make it completely your own. Choose your favorite holiday colors, add your own creative touches, and customize your banner with a variety of festive embellishments.
Thursday, November 19. Adult Only: Yahtzee Game Night at Brazil Public Library.
Thursday, November 19. Lightworks Opening Night Walk Thru in MATTOON, IL. For one night only, Peterson Park transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland as guests are invited to walk through the dazzling Lightworks display and enjoy the lights from a whole new perspective! The beloved 3D Light Glasses are BACK! These magical glasses transform ordinary twinkling lights into festive shapes and designs! A LIMITED number will be handed out for FREE at the start of the walkthrough, so be sure to grab yours before they’re gone! And guess who’s back? Stretchy the Elf! He’s reporting for duty to help Santa keep track of all things merry and bright! This year, instead of moving to a new hiding spot each week, Stretchy will have a permanent spot at the end of the Lightworks, where he’ll be waving goodbye and spreading holiday cheer to everyone who walks through. Drive through experience is hosted from November 20-December 27.
Thursday, November 19. Tea Time with Grandma and Grandpa at VCPL West.
Thursday, November 19. Camping with Cryptids at VCPL 12 Points.
Thursday, November 19. Cozy Crafts: Mini Museum. Ages 10–18: Assemble a shadowbox, add miniature frames, figures of people, and your favorite tiny pictures to create a museum of your personal memories at Cozy Crafts.
Friday, November 20. Finish Line Festival outside of Hulman Center. Get ready to glow, Terre Haute! Terre Haute is hosting the 2026 D1 Cross Country National Championships, and we want you to join us all weekend long, beginning with the Finish Line Festival! Music, food trucks, festival mile foot race, beer garden, photo booths, giveaways, family run, race, and more.
Saturday, November 21. Acorn Ridge Christmas Barn Market. Join for 7th year of Markets at Acorn Ridge. A day full of shopping, music, fun and friends. Photos with Santa also available.
Saturday, November 21. Teen Volunteer Opportunity at SMWC Sisters of Providence. Are you 12-18 years old? Come share your time and talents with our retired Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods as well as health care residents. Visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking, card making, attending events and more. Your presence will brighten a sisters’ day! Most of our volunteer opportunities are 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Teens will gather at 9 a.m., in the lobby of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
Saturday, November 21. The Boat-Rocking Life of Indiana’s Elizabeth Eaglesfield. In 1878, she was one of only two women in the large graduating class of the University of Michigan Law School; and later that year, she hung out her shingle in Grand Rapids. After a sojourn in Indiana, for twenty years Eaglesfield volunteered as a respected club woman and dedicated suffragist in Grand Rapids at the same time she tried to make a living practicing law and flipping real estate sold at sheriff’s auctions.
Saturday, November 21. Jolly Market at Jolly Pines Tree Farm. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!! Have you ever went to a Christmas Vendor Market on a Christmas Tree Farm?? You have to come enjoy the kick-off of our Christmas Season on Saturday, Nov. 21st from 10-4pm where we host our final market of the season…Our Jolly Market!!
Saturday, November 21-28. Zorah Shrine Presents 5th Annual FEZtival of Trees. The FEZtival offers FREE activities for children and FREE refreshments and snacks. $2 admission for ages 13 and up.
Monday, November 23. PJ Storytime at VCPL Main.
Monday, November 23. That is a Really Good Box at VCPL 12 Points. Do you need a specific-sized shoebox for storage? An oddly sized box for that one Christmas gift? A new hiding place for your cat? At That Is A Really Good Box, you might find the box of your dreams! Bring boxes you just haven’t been able to throw away but don’t need, or browse the swap for one with the right size, shape, or sturdiness.
Wednesday, November 25. Bingo by the Books at VCPL West.
Thursday, November 26. Maddy’s Tumble Clinic at Tumble Express. Looking for a fun way for your kiddos to spend the afternoon? Bring your kids ages 3–13 for an exciting few hours of tumbling, fun, and learning new skills!
Thursday, November 26. Terre Haute Turkey Trot.
Friday, November 27. The Paper and Paste Decoupage Club at VCPL 12 Points.
Friday, November 27. Forest Park Parade in BRAZIL. Cookies and hot chocolate will be given away at the courthouse. Santa will be at his house after the parade!
Saturday, November 28. Small Business Bazaar with Maggie and Moe’s Coffee at The Sycamore Farm.
Saturday, November 28. Alpaca and Friends Open Barn 2026. Looking for something to do on the Saturday after Thanksgiving? Come out and meet our alpacas! Bring the whole family or friends for an up-close visit with our herd. Get pictures for your holiday cards. Pick your favorite to adopt for a unique gift! And meet some of our special chickens as well!
Saturday, November 28. 7th Annual Hometown Christmas in Brazil. A Scavenger Hunt involving stops at participating businesses will result in BIG prizes. At the end of the day, a Community Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at 5:30pm at City Hall. Scavenger Hunt winners will be announced during the lighting.
Saturday, November 28. 7th Annual Discover the Magic of Christmas in Downtown SHELBURN.
Saturday, November 28. Fall Festival of Writers at VCPL Main.
Recurring Events
- Mondays. Monday Madness Book Club at VCPL West.
- Thursdays. Teen Board Game Night at VCPL West.
As always, typos happen and event details change. Please confirm plans with event hosts!
We are waiting on confirmation for the 2026 Veterans Day parade. In the past, participants lineup at 8:00 am with a parade start time of 10:00am.
The fun has ended for these great events:
Monday, November 2. Halloween Candy Buy Back at DJ4K, $1/lb up to $5 per child.
Monday, November 2. Coloring for Adults at VCPL 12 Points.
Tuesday, November 3. Animals Around the World at Vigo County Public Library Main.
Wednesday, November 4. Authors in the Making: Self-Publishing with Amazon KDP at VCPL Main.
Wednesday, November 4. Nintendo Switch Night at VCPL 12 Points.
Thursday, November 5. Experience Japanese Culture: Mizuhiki at VCPL Main.
Thursday, November 5. Cozy Crafts: Decorate Your Own Water Bottle at VCPL Main.
Thursday, November 5. Bambu Basics at VCPL Main.
Friday, November 6-Sunday, November 8. Shrek the Musical hosted by Children’s Theater of Terre Haute. Friday and Saturday at 7pm. Sunday matinee at 2pm. Hosted at 1203 Maple Ave (Maple Ave Church).
Friday, November 6. History Walk: 12 Points. Join Suzy Dunning and Karen Long for a tour of the 12 Points neighborhood. Starting at the 12 Points Library, visit significant buildings from the early 1900s to recent developments, learn about the three Garfield High School students who became Olympic champions, and discuss Walter Phillips, the surveyor who owned and sold most of the real estate in 12 Points.
Friday, November 6. 2nd Birthday Party for VCPL 12 Points! Join 12 Points staff for cake, crafts, and more.
Friday, November 6. Craft Fair and Chili Supper at Memorial United Methodist Church.
November 6 and 7. Christmas Vintage and Craft Fair with Swift Cole’s Historic Home.
November 6, 7, and 8. The Sound of Murder hosted by West Vigo High School Theater Program.
Featured Event! Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, November 7. Plucked: Mandolin Journeys from Bluegrass to Brahms with the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra.
Michael Abels’ Delights & Dances opens the night with rhythmic sparkle and vibrant color. Mandolin virtuoso Solly Burton alongside Brent McPike, guitar, and Aaron Thomas, banjo, will light up the stage with a high‑energy bluegrass set that brings a fresh, fun fusion to the season. Brahms’ warm and expansive Symphony No. 2 rounds out this genre‑blending program with symphonic richness and charm.
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Featured Event! Pumpkin Dunkin’
Saturday, November 7. The ISU Men’s Basketball Team, the Terre Haute Fire Department, and the Terre Haute Children’s Museum are going to “dunk” pumpkins. It’s Pumpkin Dunkin’! Yes, we’re going to close 8th Street, bring in the fire truck and drop pumpkins! SPLAT! Your kids can: Be a Scientist and Launch Candy with a Mini Catapult, watch Pumpkins Splat from the Ladder Truck Drop from 12 – 12:30 pm, compare their Splat Radiuses! FREE for members or included with daily admission!
Saturday, November 7. The Birth of Rock N Roll with Boot City Opry.
Saturday, November 7. Thrift store grand opening for Renee’s Mission Thrift. 940 Poplar St., Terre Haute, IN
Saturday, November 7. 2026 YMCA Inspiration Gala. Our annual fundraising Gala to provide scholarship dollars for families in need. Come enjoy inspirational YMCA stories, Midwest Dueling Pianos, a silent auction, and a wonderful dinner.
Saturday, November 7. Car Talk Storytime at VCPL Main.
Saturday, November 7. Friends Book Sale at VCPL Main.
Saturday, November 7. Vendor Fair in Terre Haute.
Saturday, November 7. Coordinated Health Program: Turkey Bowl flag football fundraiser.
Saturday, November 7 and 21. Meadows Market.
Sunday, November 8. Science Kit Play Day at the Terre Haute Children’s Museum. Explore science you can do at home, receive a token for a discount on a science kit from our store, enter to win a science kit. Included with admission!
Sunday, November 8. Rose Music Ensembles Fall Concert. Free and open to the public!
Monday, November 9. Chair Yoga at VCPL 12 Points.
Tuesday, November 10. Beyond the Bones at VCPL 12 Points. In the 1960s, forensic anthropologist Dr. William Bass was asked to determine the time of death for a cow during a wave of cattle rustling in Kansas. Unfortunately, there was no scientific literature on the decay rates of large animals, making it impossible for him to reach a conclusion. But the case planted an idea in his mind: to figure out when someone died, he needed to study how decomposition happened over time in nature. Join Indiana State University’s Dr. Charity Taboas to learn how Dr. Bass founded the first official human taphonomy facility, or “body farm”, and what impact this field of study has had on forensic science.
