Events listed for Saturday, May 17
Tour de Trails Bicycle Challenge — 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Donner Park, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Beginning at the Donner Park Shelter, 20K cyclists will have the opportunity to navigate through the People Trail Network across Columbus. The 50K and 80K routes will lead riders to the west of Columbus, with the former reaching Grandview Lake and the latter heading towards Story Inn. Each route will feature one to two SAG stops managed by volunteers offering snacks and drinks. Registration will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Cost is $35. Registration and information: www.columbusparkfoundation.org/tour-de-trails-bicycle-challenge/.
South Central Indiana Master Gardener Association 8th Annual Plant Sale — 9 a.m. to noon, Bartholomew County Public Library, 535 Fifth St., Columbus. Master gardener-grown plants will be sold with a large variety of perennials (sun and shade), natives, annuals, shrubs, house plants, vegetables and herbs. Master gardeners will be available to assist in plant selection and answer questions regarding the plants. Proceeds support local extension master gardener programs.
Columbus Farmers Market — 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Columbus City Hall, 123 Washington St., Columbus. Enjoy several vendor and brunch options, as well as live music from Ruben Guthrie.
Paint Your Pet — 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Hog Molly Brewing Co., 830 Depot St., Columbus. Paint any type of pet during this detailed, step-by-step workshop. Choose from a pop art or traditional style. Cost is $40. Registration and information: www.eventbrite.com.
Hooks and Needles — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create and socialize.
Stained Glass Workshop – 3D — 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Bring your stained glass designs to life by creating stunning three-dimensional pieces. To register for this workshop, completion of both the Intro to Stained Glass 1 and 2 classes is required. All materials and expert guidance are included in the workshop fee. Tickets are $125. Tickets and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/17-may-2025-stained-glass-workshop-3d.
Columbus Asian Fest — 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Fourth Street, Columbus. Includes vendor booths, music and dance performances.
Prevention Palooza — 2 to 6 p.m., Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. As part of National Prevention Month, the Foundation For Youth’s Prevention Initiative hosts this free event to bring families together and promote a lifestyle free of alcohol and drugs. Includes carnival rides, a rock wall, a zipline, face painting, snacks and more.
Terrorz Roller Derby 2025 Home Bout — 6 to 8:30 p.m., Columbus Skateland, 2660 N. Talley Road, Columbus. Enjoy this energetic, fast-paced roller derby bout featuring the hometown Terrorz vs. Demolition City. Tickets are $10 in advance and $13 at the door. Kids 10-and-under can watch for free. Tickets and information: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6639108.
Harmony & Glow: A Century of Cinema — 7:30 p.m., Crump Theater, 425 Third St., Columbus. The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic will perform music from films including Star Wars, The Lion King, Twilight, Titanic and more. Tickets are $25. Tickets and information: www.thecip.org/events/harmony-glow/.
Movies in the Park — 8 to 10 p.m., Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Watch “Wicked” in the park at nightfall.
