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Ruoff Music Center getting a face-lift

The state’s largest outdoor music venue in the Indy area is getting some upgrades.

May 15, 2023 • 
Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of Ruoff Music Center gate entry

The upgrades to the east and west gate entrances will be here in time for the for the concert season.

Rendering by DKGR

Ruoff Music Center, aka Deer Creek or Klipsch Music Center, is getting some upgrades just in time for concert season.

Local architecture firm DKGR is helping the music venue to update its west and east gate entry experiences, plus add a new guest services building, ticketing gates, bar, and merch areas.

The 2023 concert season will kick off with Janet Jackson and Ludacris on Friday, May 26 at 8 p.m.

More upcoming shows:

Pro tip: Today, May 16, is your last chance to snag the $25 All-In tickets as part of the Concert Week offer.

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