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An itinerary for the whole family ✍️

An itinerary for the whole family
Indy skyline with Lucas Oil Stadium in the forefront
Lucas Oil Stadium will become quite the host next year. | Photo via @durhamvisuals
The holidays are here and if you’re hosting out-of-town guests, it’s time to step into the role of “official Indy tour guide.” We’ve got plenty of recommendations for you to build the perfect itinerary for your visitors and show your folks around like a total pro.

🏙️ Sightseeing

Is it even a trip to Indy without seeing Lucas Oil? You can also take your visitors to Garfield Park for the perfect fall/holiday family photo. And if there are any history buffs in the group, head to the Eiteljorg Museum.

🥘 Eat and drink

If your guests need a caffeine pick-me-up, Monon Coffee Company, Mansion Society, and Calvin Fletcher’s Coffee Company are all offering a range of seasonal drinks. If you’re looking for a different kind of brew, the Circle City is home to many breweries with Sun King Brewery and Fountain Square Brewery being two local hot spots.

Get ready to get your grub on because we’ve got plenty of articles to help you navigate the local food scene. You can’t miss these classic Indy brunch restaurants that are a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Our personal picks include breakfast at Landlocked Baking Co. and dinner at Bocca. Plus, satisfy your holiday sweet tooth at Lick.

🎳 Activities

Temps this time of year can get pretty low, so spend a day inside exploring Newfields or the Indiana Historical Society to stay warm. Indy also boasts an excellent theater scene. Catch a Broadway show at Beef and Boards or check out upcoming productions at the Indiana Repertory Theatre or at Old National Centre. And if you’ve got any sports fans in the group, here is the Colts’ winter game schedule, as well as when the Pacers play and dates to catch Indy Fuel in action.

The fun doesn’t stop there… Be sure to send your visitors the link to our events page in advance to get a feel for what they’ll want to see and do while in town.
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Friday, Nov. 25
  • Thanksgiving Weekend at the Eiteljorg | Friday, Nov. 25-Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m. | Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, 500 West Washington St., Indianapolis | Cost of admission | Meet Native beadwork artists, watch demonstrations, and enjoy Jingle Rails.
  • Indiana Pacers vs. Brooklyn Nets | Friday, Nov. 25, Saturday, Dec. 10 | 8 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $37-$585 | Watch the Blue and Gold take on Brooklyn.
  • Laughing on the Avenue featuring J. Anthony Brown and Friends | Friday, Nov. 25 | 8 p.m. | Walker Theatre, 617 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis | $15-$50 | See the Peabody Award winner take the stage at this comedy event.
Monday, Nov. 28
  • INDUSTRY Wreath Making Workshop | Monday, Nov. 28 | 6-9 p.m. | INDUSTRY, 545 Kentucky Ave., Indianapolis | $85 | Your ticket includes your supplies and snacks, plus 10% of ticket sales will go to Gleaners Food Bank.
  • Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers | Monday, Nov. 28 | 8:15 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $95-$620 | Cheer on the Colts all the way to a winning game.
Tuesday, Nov. 29
  • World Cup watch party: USA vs. Iran | Tuesday, Nov. 29 | 2 p.m. | Ale Emporium, 997 E. County Line Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Join Indy Eleven in rooting for Team USA during this World Cup match.

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Weather
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Development
  • Growing development firm Milhaus LLC is moving into the old Harrison College building on East Washington Street by mid-2023. It’s spending nearly $5 million to renovate the space + moving out of its current headquarters in Fletcher Place. The third floor will remain unoccupied for potential tenants. 🏗️ (IBJ)
Coming Soon
  • A new international grocery store will be opening inside the former Marsh supermarket space at 86th Street + Ditch Road. In addition to selling worldly foods, Aimmart will also have an in-house kebab restaurant. 🛒 (Indianapolis Monthly)
  • The Fountain Fletcher District might be home to a new hookah lounge at 1059 Virginia Ave. Plus, a petition is open to use office space behind Mass Ave. Knit as a Big Red Liquors. Have an opinion? RSVP to the public meeting on Monday, Dec. 5 at 3:30 p.m.
Tech
  • Robotic vehicles are heading to downtown’s IU Health. A “support building” is in the works for the facility, which will include up to eight parking levels, a loading dock, and 13,000 sqft of office + retail space. Driverless cars will transport supplies from the loading dock to the hospital via a hidden tunnel. 🤖 (WRTV)
Ranked
  • Three central Indiana businesses made the cut on Healthiest Employers’ "2022 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” list. Coming in at No. 2 is Witham Health Services (Lebanon), followed by CNO Financial Group (Carmel) at No. 19 + OneAmerica (Indianapolis) at No. 57. 💼
Seasonal
  • Miss spooky season already? You’re in luck, because Indy’s Nightmare on Edgewood is coming back on Saturday, Dec. 10 + Saturday, Dec. 17 for its “Classic Horror Villains and Santa’s Naughty Elves Wreck the Halls of Edgewood” event. Expect falling snow, Christmas trees, and lights, but scary. Get tickets. 👻
Holiday
  • Happy Thanksgiving. However you choose to celebrate, make today a day of rest, reflection, and community. We here at INDYtoday are thankful for our city, and the fact that there’s always plenty to talk about.
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Coffee and sneakers and beds, oh my 😱

Coffee and sneakers and beds, oh my
A gif of the side of the building transforming into a mural
We were able to find a rendering of the mural planned for the space. | Photos by INDYtoday team + @ffdaindy via Giphy
What do you get when you combine a coffee shop with a sneaker shop and tack on an Airbnb at the end?

No, this isn’t a joke. This is the innovative new idea for a vacant space in at 1122 Shelby St. in the Fountain Fletcher District.

Although variances for the space are still pending, the plan is for it to be called Elm Street Coffee and Sneakers. That’s a nod to Freddy Krueger, as the space is tackling a horror theme.

We don’t know the open date for it yet, but we’ll keep you updated when we do. “Whatever you do, don’t fall asleep” on this news.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Anna.

Editor’s pick: Let’s go around the virtual table and all say what we’re grateful for about the Circle City. I’ll start. I’m always grateful for the tight-knit community Indy has to offer. Although we have over 882,000 Hoosiers in the city, it still feels like a small town where there are plenty of resources at your fingertips. I love to see the collaborations between businesses and the many welcoming events Naptown has to offer. Now it’s your turn.

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