Gen Con, Mass Ave Crit lead weekend events

Gen Con

The longest-running and highest-attended gaming convention in the world returns with guests from the world of science fiction and fantasy — Summer Glau! Terry Brooks! Trace Beaulieu! — exhibits, games and of course, costumes.

Thursday through Sunday, Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Ave.; $90/4-day pass, $55/Thurs., Fri. or Sat., $35/Sun.; gencon.com.

Mass Ave Criterium

Having withdrawals from Le Tour de France? Get your cycling fix with a day of racing in the Mass Ave cultural district. The New Belgium Beer Garden (open noon to 10 p.m.) will keep you hydrated.

9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Mass Ave; free; massavecrit.com.

Graham Nash

The two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member (Crosby, Stills & Nash and The Hollies) is on the road this summer with a career-spanning retrospective, with some new songs mixed in.

8 p.m. Saturday, Murat Theatre, 502 N. New Jersey St.; $21 to $51; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/98356418.

One Direction

After forming and finishing third on the British version of “The X Factor,” this English-Irish pop group quickly became a household name thanks to chart-topping hits “What Makes You Beautiful” and “Story of My Life.” The quintet became a quartet in March, when Zayn Malik left One Direction. But the seven-leg tour of the world continues, including the group’s Indianapolis debut Friday.

7 p.m. Friday, Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave.; $26.50 to $99.50; (317) 262-8600, thingstodo.indystar.com/events/96198576.

Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire

The ‘70s music giants are on the road with their “Heart and Soul” tour, which Chicago trumpet player Lee Loughnane says represents Chicago’s heart and Earth, Wind & Fire’s soul.

7:30 p.m. Sunday, Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., Noblesville, $24 to $124, (800) 745-3000, thingstodo.indystar.com/events/96814578.

Marc “Skippy” Price

Unlike many actors who run from their famous early roles, Marc Price isn’t afraid of his “Family Ties” role, maybe due to succeeding as a comic. As a stand-up, he’s opened for Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld.

7:15 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 E. 96th St.; $15; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/98358966.

Concert Against Humanity

If you’ve been to a casual social gathering the past few years, you’re familiar with Cards Against Humanity, the party game that mixes humor, Mad Libs and humanity’s love of bodily functions. Always wanting to reach out to its fans, CAH is throwing its inaugural Concert Against Humanity at Gen Con, with music by Molly Lewis, The Doubleclicks and Paul and Storm and readings by authors John Scalzi (”Old Man’s War”) and Patrick Rothfuss (”The Wise Man's Fear”). Kumail Nanjiani (”Silicon Valley”) and Cameron Esposito (”Comedy Bang Bang”) will provide comedy.

7 p.m. Friday, Murat Theater at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St.; $53 to $64; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/99328033.

Reeves Gabrels & His Imaginary Friends

Best known for his ‘90s work with David Bowie (both as a solo artist and in the group Tin Machine), virtuoso guitarist Gabrels moved to Nashville, Tenn., a decade ago and formed this power trio.

9 p.m. Saturday, Radio Radio, 1119 E. Prospect St.; $10; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/96420605.

‘Twelfth Night’

Grab a blanket and enjoy a free performance of Shakespeare’s comedy about mistaken identity (and gender). Food trucks and Sun King beer are available beginning at 6 p.m.

8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St.; free admission, premium seating starts at $15; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/98663831.

Old Crow Medicine Show and Sturgill Simpson

Touring in support of its latest “Brushy Mountain Conjugal Trailer” EP, Old Crow Medicine Show brings its lively string band sound to the Lawn, joined on the bill by rising alt-country artist Sturgill Simpson.

7 p.m. Sunday, Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St.; $35; (317) 776-8181, thingstodo.indystar.com/events/92659580.

TwoDEEP Brewing Co. birthday party

As part of its celebration of its first year of handcrafting beers, TwoDEEP Brewing will be tappipng more than 20 brews. Live music starts at 4 p.m. and food will be provided by Wild Boar BBQ & Stumpf is Trumpf.

2 to 10 p.m. Saturday, TwoDEEP Brewing Co., 714 N. Capitol Ave.; free admission (21 and older only), beer tickets: $5 for one, $20 for five; twodeepbrewing.com.

Columbus Fire at Indianapolis Tornados

Colts camp doesn’t start until next week, and both IU and Purdue are still months from bowl ineligibility. Why not take in Indy’s minor league football team in its final regular-season game?

6 p.m. Saturday, Arsenal Technical High School, 1500 E. Michigan St.; $10/adults, free/kids 12 and under; thingstodo.indystar.com/events/99177055.

‘Major League’

The IMA Summer Nights film series is showing one of my all-time faves. Come early to take part in pre-film activities and bring your baseball glove. Film begins at dusk. “ Forget about the curve ball Ricky, give him the heater!”

7 p.m. Friday, Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road; $6-$12;(317) 923-1331,www.imamuseum.org.