Indianapolis

Widely known for the annual Memorial Day races “Indy 500,” the Indiana State Fair, Lucas Oil Stadium and Monument Circle, Indianapolis is also the home of the largest urban state park in the country – White River State Park. Gainbridge Fieldhouse is the Home of the Indiana Pacers and this retro-style fieldhouse in the heart of downtown also serves as a prime location for meetings and events of all types year-round, from rodeos and concerts to parties and ice skating.

Pacers and Racers Fire Up On Sunday

This Sunday, May 25, a historic Indiana Pacers playoffs run will coincide with the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500. Given the action-packed day both Downtown and city-wide, plan ahead, prepare for traffic delays, and enjoy your viewing experience at Indy sporting venues or more than 400 restaurants, bars and coffee shops located Downtown. https://www.nba.com/pacers/

Honor Our Veterans & Fuel Up for Parade Day

This Memorial Day Weekend, join us in honoring our veterans and bringing the Indianapolis community together at the American Legion 500 Festival Memorial Service on Friday, May 23, followed by the AES 500 Festival Parade on Saturday, May 24. https://500festival.com/community-events/memorial-service/

Tortoises Return to Indianapolis Zoo

Giant, ancient, and full of charm, the world’s largest tortoises make their triumphant return Memorial Day weekend! The Zoo will have 5 giant Aldabra tortoises (two males and three females) to offer a new kind of wild experience and encounter these gentle giants up close. It’s Amazing All Around!  Weighing over 500 pounds, a giant tortoise’s impressive size is matched only by its age. They can live 150 years or more! https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/