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Dance Kaleidoscope: Magical Mystery Tour

Revisit the 1960’s with local dance company Dance Kaleidoscope. Performing David Hochoy's moving Magical Mystery Tour, Dance Kaleidoscope couples the power of mime with an energized passion for our favorite Beatles hits to create an audience favorite. The piece combines the extensive Beatles canon to create a cohesive two-act dance-story. 16 songs trace the universal saga of youthful abandon giving way to mature introspection. Expect to hear favorites like “Here Comes the Sun” and “The Long Winding Road.” The performance will touch your heart, mind and gut throughout.

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Hoosier Hundred

Rodger Ward, A.J. Foyt, Parnelli Jones, Mario Andretti and Al Unser are among the winners of the Hoosier Hundred, which runs this Friday for the 59th time on the Indiana State Fairgrounds' one-mile dirt oval track. It is as it sounds: a 100-mile, 100-lap race, featuring both up-and-comers as well as stalwarts of the dirt track scene, notably long-time NASCAR driver Kenny Schrader. 3 p.m. grandstands open; 7 p.m. race. $25 advance (217-764-3200), $10 children 11 and under.

INDIANA AVENUE JAZZ ALL STARS

Clifford Ratliff, trumpet, leads this legendary multi-generational Jazz group. Our City's music heritage!

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Miller Lite Carb Day

Carburetion Day is a time to celebrate traditions, with classic rock and lots and lots of beer. This year, certified tragedy-overcomers Lynyrd Skynyrd are the headliners of choice, performing at 3:30 p.m. We'll place bets right now that they'll play all of their hits — from 'Free Bird' to 'Sweet Home Alabama' to 'Saturday Night Special.' There's plenty to see before that — including the final practice before the big race, when pit crews tune the imaginary carburetors that haven't been used in a qualifying car since the early '60s. But we do love the name. $20

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Voodoo Sunshine EP Release Party

Voodoo Sunshine with Special Guests - Blue Moon Revue and Kisses for Free. ABOUT VOODOO SUNSHINE: Often difficult to classify, Voodoo Sunshine has carved out a niche as a band that couples funky bass-driven lines with uniquely moving drum beats and lyrical content that ranges from the serious to the absurd. In a live setting the band is able to ebb and flow among a variety of musical styles with the greatest of ease…providing something for everyone within earshot. $5

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500 Festival Memorial Service

The 500 Festival embraces Memorial Day, a weekend to remember the sacrifices made by Indiana men and women who have perished while serving in the armed forces. The 2012 speaker is Admiral James A Winnefeld. FREE

Branch Gordon at The Library Restaurant and Pub

Fans say that Branch's sound combines the rock-blues vocal stylings of John Mayer with the acoustic musings of Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz, all mashed up together into great music that is all his own.Born and raised in a small town in Indiana, Branch Gordon began his songwriting career at the impressionable age of 7. Under the strict tutelage of his classical piano instructor, Branch learned the foundations to musical theory for nearly 10 years before being forever corrupted by rock-and-roll.Almost two decades later, this singer / songwriter has transformed into a musical prodigy, able to effortlessly move from keyboards and guitars, vocals and percussion, from the electronic to the analog realm, with an ease and familiarity that is awe inspiring.Branch delivered his first CD Release, titled "Under the Fluorescent Lights" in 2008; a personal tribute to 9-5 working musicians that dream of something more. His original music touches on experiences ranging from painful break-ups to the afterlife. The angry blues rock hit "So Long" describes being fed-up with relationship drama, and is currently enjoying a spot on the top 10 blues-rock chart on GarageBand.com.Produced by William Smith (http://www.myspace.com/producersmith), and under the direction of Tyler Music Group (www.tylermusicgroup.com) in Nashville, TN, Branch released his self-titled E.P. in the summer of 2009.  The demo was recorded at the Sound Emporium, and brought together some of Nashville's finest musicians.

'By a Thread' Presents: He is We, Deas Vail, Plug in Stereo, South Jordan

$12/$14

Grindhouse Promotions Presents The Void Above w/ Haruspex, When All Hope Fails, & Bior

$7

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Bourbon Street Snake Pit Tour

Bourbon Street will be handing out FREE wristbands for the Snake Pit! Wristbands are required to get into the Snake Pit so don't miss out! Come in and join us for beer and a good time. The most mega party in May! The Snake Pit includes: DJ’s all day long, Benny Benassi and Krewella, plenty of food trucks, a photobooth, body painting, bumper cars, concert ticket giveaways, and lots of sick schwag to give out! It’s the biggest party of the summer during the Indy 500. Come party with friends, lovers, enemies, classmates or people you just haven't met yet. This is your generation's Snake Pit! You must have a Snake Pit Wristband (Wristbands are FREE and handed out at our Snake Pit Tour stops) and any race day ticket for Snake Pit Entrance.

Carb Day After-Party

Featuring the 2010 Battle of the Bands winner Breakdown Kings, Underrcover All-Stars, All Love Her Twister and Standout Story.

Bashiri Asad, The Right Now, Derobert and the Half Truths

Three bands share the stage for an awesome night of funk, soul and feel-good goodie-ness. A great way to check out new bands $15

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Lazy Hawk Anniversary Show

5 amazing bands celebrating the first year of Lazy Hawk Promotions! Model Stranger (Chicago, IL) Black Cat Rebellion (Indianapolis, IN) Harley Poe (Indianapolis, IN) Veseria (Indianapolis, IN) - ALBUM RELEASE! Mr. Clit and the Pink Cigarettes 21+ $7

Carrie and the Clams, Bury'n McIntyre, Whiskey Formal

Ellusion w/ Trevor Finlay Band

$5