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“Meet me on the west side”

Indianapolis Cultural Trail expanding west across White River
rendering of west side bridge expansion with Cultural Trail
Construction of the bridge is anticipated to begin late 2025 and open late 2026. | Rendering via The Indianapolis Cultural Trail
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail and the City of Indianapolis announced that they’re planning a $21.2 million expansion of the trail west across the White River.

The new segment will link downtown’s Wholesale District to near west side neighborhoods + add one mile along South Street, Kentucky Avenue, Henry Street. Plus, a new Henry Street bridge will be built south of Washington Street in 2024.

Construction is anticipated to begin on the new expansion in late 2025 and be completed by late 2026. This is the second expansion project of the Cultural Trail in its 10-year history. The other project currently under construction includes two segments at Indiana Avenue/10th Street + South Street.

map of Indianapolis Cultural trail west side expansion

When the White River Expansion is complete, the Cultural Trail will stretch nine miles.

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Map via Indianapolis Cultural Trail

Funding for the second expansion includes landscaping, lighting, and maintenance of the trail — plus additions to its public art collection, which will have ongoing public involvement.

The expansion of the trail will help increase the walkability of the Circle City and connect downtown to Elanco’s new headquarters and Indy Eleven’s new stadium, Eleven Park, that is also set for the western edge of the White River.
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Events
Wednesday, May 10
  • Original Farmers’ Market | Wednesday, May 10-Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Indianapolis City Market, 222 E. Market St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | From fruits, vegetables, meats, and cheeses, to baked goods and unique spices and herbs, you can find in-season, fresh foods at City Market.
Thursday, May 11
  • Tails & Ales | Thursday, May 11 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Broad Ripple Brewpub, 842 E. 65th St., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy food and drinks while learning more about small animal rescues and meeting some adoptable animals.
Friday, May 12
  • Gourmet Food Tastings | Friday, May 12-Friday, Nov. 24 | 5-8 p.m. | Regalique - Gourmet Food & Wine Boutique, 110 W. Main St., Ste. 120, Carmel | Free | Sample local and international products from chocolates, charcuterie, and cheeses to honeys and non-alcoholic beverages.
Saturday, May 13
  • Indy Urban Acres Plant Sale | Saturday, May 13 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Indy Urban Acres, 7700 E. 21st St., Indianapolis | Free | Buy your summer tomato plants at one of Indy Urban Acres’ biggest fundraisers of the year — proceeds support operating funds.
  • Free Community Shred and Electronics Recycling | Saturday, May 13 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Lawrence Branch, 7898 Hague Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Dispose of your documents and items safely and securely.
Sunday, May 14
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Festival

🥃 Don’t miss your chance to be a bourbon VIP
A close-up shot of people holding bourbon glasses.
Kentucky Bourbon Festival tickets always go quickly, so don’t wait to snag yours. | Photo by Zach Sinclair
A celebration of bourbon and the people who make it? Count us in.

Tickets go on sale tomorrow (Thursday, May 11) for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival. Returning for its 32nd year, the festival runs Friday, Sept. 15-Sunday, Sept.17 in Bardstown, KY and features 50+ Kentucky distilleries for an experience you won’t find anywhere else — except in the Bourbon Capital of the World.

Don’t miss your chance to snag a VIP experience (which includes the all-new, super exclusive Decanter Club package that gives access to all the premium distillery showcase events) before they sell out.*
Become a bourbon VIP
News Notes
Civic
  • The Indianapolis City-County Council unanimously passed a $35 million fiscal package that includes $8 million in infrastructure funding for neighborhoods. It also puts money toward after-school and summer programs at Indy parks + $800,000 for an opioid response grant program and mental health resources. Learn more. (WTHR)
Traffic
  • Heads up, southwest side commuters. INDOT announced it will have temporary closures on I-465 in June + July as part of the I-69 Finish Line project. The closures will allow crews to work safely as they add travel lanes, install drainage structures, and grade for the new I-69/I-465 interchange. See the list of closures. (WRTV)
Opening
  • If you love açaí bowls berry much, you’ll love this news. Rush Bowls is getting ready to open its doors in Fishers (11649 Maple St., Ste. 123) this Saturday, May 13. The first 50 bowls served on grand opening day will be free + the shop is donating 15% of proceeds to the Humane Society for Hamilton County.
Sports
  • If you’re not going to the Indy 500, you won’t be able to watch the race live. After three years of lifting the longstanding blackout around the pandemic, IMS President Doug Boles says plans are in place to blackout the live broadcast of the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 to central Indiana race fans. (IndyStar)
Announced
  • Indy Pride has announced the lineup for its upcoming festival, set to take place on Saturday, June 10 at Military Park downtown. Headliners include Saucy Santana + Deborah Cox. Tickets are on sale for $8 through Monday, May 22, with prices increasing to $10 after that. (WRTV)
Concert
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Ringo Starr will be coming back to Indianapolis for the first time in more than 30 years. He’s set to perform at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre on Friday, Sept. 29. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 12. (IBJ)
Pets
  • Animal shelters across Indy are at capacity as more people are surrendering their pets due to increased vet costs. IndyHumane is launching a pet resources center to help with costly vet care and pet supplies. It aims to provide access to free food, free vaccines, free pet supplies, and other resources. Learn more. (WRTV)
Travel
  • Dreaming of warm afternoons by the pool? Take a vacay the way vacays should be: JW Marriott Nashville just unveiled a major renovation of its 12,000-sqft rooftop pool deck — featuring a freshwater pool, private cabanas + daybeds, and food and drinks from the Cabana Club. Book a room to experience the reno.*
Holiday
  • How to win Mother’s Day? Send the mother figure in your life iconic meals and desserts from across the country with Goldbelly. Think: Ina Garten’s coconut cake, a New York bagel brunch kit, and a chef’s steak dinner for four. Yup, it’s all on Goldbelly.*
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
 
Travel and Outdoors

🚲 Putting the pedal to the metal

Where to buy a bike in Indianapolis, IN
People walking and biking on the Indy Cultural Trail downtown
If you like biking, check out Bike Indianapolis’ Ride Guide. | Photo by @indyculturaltrail
May is National Bike Month — an initiative established in 1956 to celebrate the benefits of bicycling.

Since Indy is working to increase its bikeability score with the expansion of the Cultural Trail, we’re sharing six local shops where you can purchase a new or used bicycle (or tune up the one you have).
Mark your calendar. Bike to Work Week is next week Monday, May 15-Sunday, May 21 + Bike to Work Day is on Friday, May 19.
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Nicole Hernandez
From the editor
If you love to bike ride + want to meet other fellow Indy bikers, check out the BikeParty Indianapolis group. They meet up at City Market every second Friday of the month at 7 p.m.
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