March 20, 2024

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🏀 “They’re playing basketball”

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Gainbridge Fieldhouse hosted NCAA Tournament games yesterday, too. | Photo via @djbandcamp

Ready for a slam dunk week? You can experience the first and second rounds of the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament hosted by IUPUI and the Horizon League on Friday, March 22 + Sunday, March 24 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

This past Sunday, the bracket was released for the tournament and ICYMI: Purdue University landed the No. 1 seed in the Midwestern Region and will play at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday. The Boilermakers (29-4) will play either Grambling State or Montana State, who will face each other Wednesday in the First Four play-in round in Dayton, Ohio.

Here’s the full schedule of teams that will face off in Indy:

Friday, March 22

Session 1: Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Get Session 1 tickets.

2 p.m. - (15) Western Kentucky vs. (2) Marquette
4:30 p.m. - (10) Boise State/Colorado vs. (7) Florida

Session 2: Doors open after the conclusion of Session 1. Get Session 2 tickets.

7:25 p.m. - (16) Grambling/Montana St. vs. (1) Purdue
9:55 p.m. - (9) TCU vs. (8) Utah State

Sunday, March 24

Second round game times and matchups will be announced after the conclusion of Friday’s games. Get Sunday tickets.

Kids playing basketball on a court at Bicentennial Unity Plaza in Indianapolis — Need to practice your free throws? Bicentennial Unity Plaza is open from dusk until dawn daily.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

If you’re going to a game, be sure to head downtown early to give yourself plenty of time to find parking. Pro tip: You’ll also want to travel light. Gainbridge Fieldhouse’s bag policy only allows small clutch-style purses.

Can’t make the games or don’t want to shell out the money for tickets? You can cheer on your favorite teams at Fan Zone on Bicentennial Unity Plaza next to Gainbridge Fieldhouse. All weekend long, you can enjoy food and drinks from local vendors, live music, giveaways, and interactive games like knockout competitions from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission is free + there’s no ticket required.

Events

Wednesday, March 20

Adult Walking Club: The “Garfield Gaiters” | Wednesday, March 20 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Garfield Park, 2502 Shelby St., Indianapolis | Free | Adults ages 55+ are invited to a planned walk along trails throughout Garfield Park and nearby neighborhoods.

Thursday, March 21

Death in the White House – Exhibit Grand Opening | Thursday, March 21 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N. Delaware Ave., Indianapolis | $0-$6 | Join for the grand opening of this exhibit to get new insights into a tragic chapter of the Harrison presidential administration.

Friday, March 22

Howl + Hide Factory Garage Sale | Friday, March 22-Saturday, March 23 | Times vary | Howl + Hide Factory, 2308 Valley Ave., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Take part in a unique shopping experience featuring unbeatable discounts, vintage vendors, exclusive items, and a rare glimpse behind the scenes of the Howl + Hide factory.

Saturday, March 23

Indiana Robotics State Championship | Saturday, March 23 | 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Volunteer at the Indiana Robotics State Championship to witness the creativity and excitement that comes with problem solving, teamwork, and critical thinking.

Sunday, March 24

Herbal Spa Pajama Party | Sunday, March 24 | 1-4 p.m. | Proper Variety & Events, 614 Mass Ave., Indianapolis | $15 | Join an afternoon of ultimate confidence boosting, luxurious pampering, and relaxation hosted by Redefined Body Holistic Skincare.

Wednesday, April 10

Corks & Forks, presented by Kroger | Wednesday, April 10 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $150 | Join Second Helpings for a food and beverage journey inside exclusive spaces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.*

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Spring has sprung at Newfields. | Photos provided by Newfields; GIF created by INDYtoday

Say hello to spring, celebrate the return of warm weather, and explore art + nature at Spring Blooms, presented by Wild Birds Unlimited, at Newfields.

Visitors can explore 152 acres of diverse, colorful gardens, half a million bulbs bursting to life in a stunning array of color + spectacular floral exhibitions. Read: The perfect cure for cabin fever from a long winter.

We also have our irises on Art in Bloom (March 21-24), which features 50 floral artists displaying their work alongside the IMA art collections.

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News Notes

Coming Soon

Kyuramen announced it’s bringing its Japanese ramen to Indianapolis. The ramen and boba shop, which has 120+ locations in Asia, is getting ready to open its first location in Indy at 530 Mass Ave. A grand opening date hasn’t been shared yet.

Concert

George Thorogood & the Destroyers will headline this year’s Carb Day concert on Friday, May 24 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The infield party will also feature performances by Gin Blossoms and Indianapolis-based artist Kid Quill. General admission tickets are $45 and are available online. (IBJ)

Sports

International soccer is coming to Indiana this summer. The University of Notre Dame announced it will host a match between England’s Chelsea FC and Scotland’s Celtic FC on Saturday, July 27 at Notre Dame Stadium. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, March 27 at 10 a.m. (WTHR)

Outdoors

The Indiana DNR is getting ready for fishing season by stocking more than 2,000 channel catfish in 10 lakes and ponds in the state, including several in central Indiana. The fish range from 10 to 14 inches in length. See the stock list. (WTHR)

Health

The IU Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center announced it will expand its lung cancer research efforts after receiving a gift of $20 million from the family of Indy auto executive Tom Wood, who died of the disease in 2010. The university will put $11 million of the donation towards developing treatments and therapies. (IndyStar)

Sports

The Indiana Pacers fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night despite a solid defensive night. Why did the Pacers lose, and why can’t they make threes right now? Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast host Tony East breaks it all down.

Learn

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Pro tip: Consolidate debt to lower your payments. Pay off credit cards, medical debt, and more. Calculate your monthly payments.*

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It’s the first day of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Shop deals like 30% off a Bose bluetooth speaker and 30% off women’s high-waist workout leggings.*

Travel

The ultimate road trip to Fort Wayne

An alley with red lanterns in Fort Wayne

There’s no shortage of murals in Fort Wayne. | Photo by INDYtoday team

On Spring Break and itching to get out of town, Hoosiers? Skip the busy airports and jump in your car for a road trip to Fort Wayne instead. (Drive time: ~2.5 hours from Indianapolis)

🎟️ Experience

Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
Catch the Botanical Speedway exhibit until Sunday, April 7, take a botanically-inspired class, or spin the oversized kaleidoscope at this kid-friendly oasis.

Promenade Park
This one-of-a-kind park joins together recreation, arts, and culture along the water with a treetop canopy trail, kids’ canal, and a chance to take a riverboat cruise.

🍔 Eat

Bravas
Notice the bowling alley lanes for countertops at this burger + tapas joint known for its Patatas Bravas + smashburgers.

Fortezza Coffee
Need a place to refuel after walking around downtown? Fortezza has a cozy atmosphere, caffeinated beverages, and cute merch to browse while you’re there.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

If you’re looking for a fun environment to watch the games, you can also check out The HandleBar Hangar this Thursday for an all-inclusive watch party complete with pizza, wings, and an open bar. (Must book in advance.)

From Thursday, March 21 to Sunday, March 24, The Garage Food Hall is also hosting a #BWBBALLBASH watch party with exclusive food and drink specials, giveaways, games, and fan experiences.

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