The Weekend 5

"What are we going to do this weekend?" We have an answer for you! Each week Visit Indy publishes five can't-miss events for the upcoming weekend. Save yourself the trouble of checking back by getting The Weekend 5 sent directly to your inbox each Thursday morning.

Immerse yourself in pop culture through Sunday. There is something for every fan. There's a film festival, podcast awards, the ultimate cosplay championship, panels, workshops, a huge vendor hall, board gaming, magic shows, escape rooms, authors and artists, drag shows, and e-sports. Current guests include Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, Danielle Nicolet, Chandler Riggs, Dean Norris, Kyle Hebert, Kayla Compton, Jim Cummings, and Dante Basco. Tickets are $30 and up.

Explore the diverse religious influences that helped shape the American West at the Eiteljorg through August 4. The traveling exhibit is curated by the New York Historical Society in partnership with the Eiteljorg and features artworks, panels, displays, and cultural belongings that tell stories spanning more than 200 years. See how Native American, Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, African American, Chinese, and Muslim traditions all played roles. Included with general admission of $12 and up.

Movie buffs, it's your time. This year's fest celebrates the theme "Shorts, Features, Fabulous Creatures" with more than 100 independent films you won't find anywhere else. Every genre is represented, including world cinema, Hoosier originals, comedies, dramas, documentaries, and animation. Fans can also meet filmmakers and hear behind-the-scenes stories about the movies they make. Catch in-person screenings at Kan-Kan and Living Room Theater, as well as online options through May 5. Tickets are $12 and up.

The Boys in Blue tied in their last match and hope to dominate Saturday at Carroll Stadium. It's Family Night so you can grab four tickets and vouchers for four tacos at any Condado location for just $40. Make some memories together while you watch "the world's game" as you cheer for "Indiana's Team."

With more than 25 years together, Atmosphere has been a solid influence in underground hip-hop and can be credited with changing the course of everyman rap. The show Saturday includes supporting acts NOFUN! and HEBL who both blend multiple genres with mass appeal. Tickets are $32.50 and up and all ages are welcome.

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