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The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine returns to Indy
Football fans: Get ready for an unforgettable experience. | Photos courtesy of Visit Indy; GIF created by INDYtoday
Calling all football fans: You’re invited to watch top NFL prospects showcase their skills at the Combine Experience, happening Thursday, Feb. 29-Sunday, March 3 at Lucas Oil Stadium. This exciting — and free — event gives fans a chance to celebrate football at all levels with an inside look at the iconic stadium, a peek at the sport’s rising stars, and more during this immersive experience.
How to get tickets:
Download the NFL One Pass app to your phone to register for free tickets. (Note: Each adult needs to sign up individually and can add up to five minors under their registration.)
Use the app to sign up for guaranteed access to all events, free parking, and exclusive opportunities like autograph signings.
Plan your visit using the schedule within the app.
What to expect at the Combine Experience:
Here’s a breakdown of when you’ll see players take the field. Mark your calendar for:
Thursday, Feb. 29, 1–9 p.m.: Defensive linemen and linebackers
Friday, March 1, 1–8:30 p.m.: Defensive backs and tight ends
Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.: Running backs, quarterbacks, and wide receivers
Sunday, March 3, 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m.: Offensive linemen
The excitement doesn’t stop on the field. Attendees will be granted exclusive access to the awe-inspiring Vince Lombardi Trophy and see the full collection of 57 Super Bowl Rings on display at the South Lot of Lucas Oil Stadium. Fans can browse + shop for their favorite team’s merchandise at The NFL Shop, presented by Visa.
Pro tip: Don’t forget to collect free autographs from NFL players and legends, adding a personal touch to your memorabilia.
We Refuse to Be Enemies with Sabeeha Rehman and Walter Ruby | Tuesday, Feb. 13 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Arthur M. Glick JCC Indianapolis, 6701 Hoover Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Authors Sabeeha Rehman and Walter Ruby discuss their book “We Refuse to be Enemies”.
Wednesday, Feb. 14
7 Brew Coffee Celebrates 7th Birthday | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m. | 7 Brew, 3710 S. East St., Indianapolis | Free | Come celebrate 7 Brew Coffee’s seventh birthday with free small drinks and Valentine’s-themed stickers.
Valentine’s Art Night Out | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Dr., Indianapolis | $20 | Spend Valentine’s Day with craft stations, food + drinks, and a special performance.
Thursday, Feb. 15
Brunch Plays | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Louvino, 530 Mass Ave., Indianapolis | $125-$150 | Join for a fun-filled morning of brunch and entertainment.
Mia x Ally | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 8 p.m. | Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis | $25 | See electric violinist Mia Asano and multi-instrumentalist Ally the Piper perform live.
Friday, Feb. 16
NBA All-Star Celebrity Game | Friday, Feb. 16 | 7 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | $12-$150 | Two star-studded teams will face off on the new state-of-the-art LED court.
Saturday, Feb. 17
Park5k presented by V3 Companies | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Riverside Park, 2420 E. Riverside Dr., Indianapolis | $40-$50 | This 5K race takes runners along the Riverside Park Promenade + the White River Trail.
A new community center will soon be open to the public. The Aspire House will be in the former Old Fire Station 9 on Indy’s northwest side. Nonprofit Aspire Higher Foundation plans to host nutritional programs, sports clinics, and a community garden along with four apartment units. An open house will be held on Thursday, Feb. 15. (WISH)
Announced
GenCon, the largest tabletop gaming convention in North America, will return to Indianapolis Aug. 1-4 at the Indiana Convention Center. Ready to roll the dice? Get your badge for the convention. (WRTV)
Concert
Justin Timberlake added Indianapolis as a stop on the second leg of his “Forget Tomorrow” world tour. He will be performing at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Monday, Dec. 16. Tickets go on sale Thursday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m.
Announced
Sports gear company Lids will host a special pop-up store at 50 S. Meridian St. in collaboration with St. Elmo Steak House for the upcoming NBA All-Star Game. The store will offer items with the NBA All-Star logo such as hats, bomber jackets, hoodies, and shorts. The famous St. Elmo’s shrimp cocktail will also be available for purchase. (IBJ)
Closed
Boilermaker fans in Indy, listen up. Bruno’s Pizza & Big O’s Sports Room, located near Purdue’s campus in West Lafayette, closed its doors last week. The restaurant will be selling decades worth of Purdue sports memorabilia, along with other items Saturday, Feb. 17 at the restaurant. (IndyStar)
Community
Zenzele, the white rhino, welcomed her baby rhino calf Sunday at 9:13 a.m., marking the first live birth of a rhino calf at the Indianapolis Zoo. The calf is healthy + thriving and is awaiting the big introduction to the rest of the herd come springtime. (WTHR)
Holiday
A reminder that tomorrow, February 14, is Valentine’s Day. Sending flowers? Shop bouquets from one of these local florists, or get one of 1-800-Flowers’ Valentine’s Day bouquets delivered to that special someone.*
Biz
🏙️ Coming soon to The Stutz...
A new addition to The Stutz campus coming this fall
You can find this mural by @ericnolanpresents in The Stutz car museum. | Photo by @thestutzbuilding
The sixth largest public company in central Indiana, Calumet Specialty Products Partners LP, will be relocating its headquarters from the west side to downtown Indianapolis. The company, known for its wax and oil-based products, will be bringing 200 employees from its current location to the Stutz campus at 1060 N. Capitol Ave.
With the newly signed lease for 52,000 sqft, Calumet Specialty Products will be occupying the fourth floor of buildings three, four, and six of The Stutz campus, with an estimated $10 million investment in the lease and furnishing the space. The move is anticipated to take place in October.
New York-based firm SomeraRoad has spent $100 million on The Stutz building since acquiring it in 2021. Future projects from SomeraRoad will include the creation of 270 apartments one block south of the Stutz building.
The Buy
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This margarita mixers bundle, since National Margarita Day is coming up on Thursday, February 22 and we’re trying to be as prepared as possible, thank you very much. Get four margarita flavors to play with including “Simple Margarita” and “Blood Orange Margarita.”
The Stutz is my favorite place to spend a free day. I’m constantly craving tacos from Julieta Taco Shop or a good cocktail and $1 hot dog from Turner’s.
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