# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Battle of the Bands ~ ABATE Marion County
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: **SAVE THE DATE - SATURDAY, APRIL 18th **
for the 2026 Battle of the Bands @ The Thompson House

WINNER to play the 2026 ABATE BOOGIE ‘Midwest’s Best Biker Fest’ ~ One of the biggest stages in Indiana and host to some of the biggest names in music. 

**BAND SIGN UPS ARE OPEN**
Link to sign up (copy and paste into your browser) ->
https://battle-of-the-bands-band-entry-site.square.site/

Read the rules in the link prior to submitting. It is a $60 donation to ABATE of Indiana to play in the 2026 "Battle of the Bands'. Spots are  on a first come, first serve basis. First band will start at 1pm and a new band will start each hour - with last band starting at 11pm. Sound and drums will be provided. Drummer should bring throne, sticks, and snare (if you prefer their own). All other details in rules. 
LET'S MAKE THIS A HUGE EVENT OF LOCAL LIVE MUSIC!!!i
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/2026-battle-of-the-bands-~-abate-marion-county/200029342864438
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 142

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029342864438?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=indianapolis-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Indianapolis
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Thompson House
- **lat**: 39.69286
- **long**: -86.14471
- **full address**: The Thompson House, 711 E Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227-8401, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Battle of the Bands ~ ABATE Marion County
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Battle of the Bands ~ ABATE Marion County being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Battle of the Bands ~ ABATE Marion County takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 am at The Thompson House, 711 E Thompson Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227-8401, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Battle of the Bands ~ ABATE Marion County is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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