First Thursdays

Post-Event Programs

Thursday, November 6
An Evening with Terry Tempest
7pm @ Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Free but ticketed
Presented by the College Arts and Humanities Institute

Hey, Viktor!
7pm @ IU Cinema
Free but ticketed ($1 fee for online tickets)
Presented in partnership with First Nations Educational & Cultural Center

Octubafest 2025: Tuba/Euphonium Student Recital
7pm & 8:30pm @ Ford-Crawford Hall
Free
A Jacobs School of Music Event

New Music Ensemble
8pm @ Auer Hall
Free
A Jacobs School of Music Event

Friday, November 7
Gallery Walk Bloomington
5pm @ Multiple Locations 
Free

Trades District Block Party
5pm @ N Madison Street & Maker Way
Free

Volunteer Opportunities!

Be a First Thursdays Volunteer!

The First Thursdays festivals wouldn’t be possible without volunteer support. Our volunteers are an eclectic group from different academic majors and backgrounds, but they share a common passion for the arts and humanities and a desire to share the transformative power of creativity with our community. For their service, volunteers receive a free First Thursdays t-shirt, a light snack and drink, and the undying gratitude of the Arts & Humanities Council.

Sign Up to Volunteer at First Thursdays

Questions about the fest? Email gpanneko@iu.edu