Let’s go to the mall

Back to the future

• Castleton Square Mall | This mall is the largest in the state of Indiana. FUNBOX Bounce Park will open here on Wednesday, Aug. 21.
• Fashion Mall at Keystone | This north side shopping center is known for its upscale stores and is home to the only Apple Store in Indiana. It’ll soon undergo a redevelopment project slated to be completed in late 2026.
• Greenwood Park Mall | City Editor Nicole grew up going to this mall on the south side; she loves the new Bubblelicious Bubble Tea shop in the food court.

• 2024 VIVIZ World Tour | Tuesday, July 30 | 7 p.m. | IndyFringe Basile Theatre, 719 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis | $50 | K-pop girl group VIVIZ is coming to the US for the first time with their mesmerizing vocals and dance moves.

• Wednesday Night Trivia | Wednesday, July 31 | 7:30 p.m. | Guggman Haus Brewing Co., 1701 Gent Ave., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Enjoy food, drinks, and trivia for a chance to win prizes.

• An Evening with the Authors | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 8-10 p.m. | White Rabbit Cabaret, 1116 Prospect St., Indianapolis | $10-$12 | This comedy show features fake authors discussing their fake books to provide real laughs.

• FoodCon 11 at First Friday | Friday, Aug. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Get the 411 on edible bugs, beekeeping, cooking on your car engine, aquaponics, and many more unique food topics.
• Community Movie Night | Friday, Aug. 2 | 8 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $5 | Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy “The LEGO Movie” under the stars on the museum’s front lawn.

• Player access: The Cincinnati Open’s stars will be on court all day for practice sessions, autographs, player pop-ups + more.
• Yoga at Fan Zone: Local fitness studio Body Alive will lead a yoga class in the Fan Zone, followed by light bites and refreshments.
• Taste the Tournament at Top Deck: Attendees can stroll through the Top Deck, including the new Oasis courtyard, while sampling food and drink.
• And more

• The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Indianapolis and surrounding communities that includes chances for daily storms through Friday, Aug. 2. Strong winds, lightning, and isolated flooding are possible, and heat indices could reach 100°+ by mid-week. (National Weather Service)

• Hamilton County’s communities have seen major development + population boom since 2000 — so what’s in store for the next 10-20 years? By 2045, experts predict Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, and Westfield will be home to a combined 500,000 residents, making it the second-largest county in our state. (IndyStar)

• Local commuters, right this way. After a 21-day closure, northbound Interstate 465 between Interstate 65 + Interstate 70 is slated to reopen the morning of Monday, Aug. 5. The busy stretch has been closed for pavement repairs and bridge deck work since July 12, rerouting drivers through downtown Indianapolis. (CBS4)

• Fort Wayne native Canyon Barry will compete with Team USA today in 3x3 basketball against Serbia. The event starts at 4:35 p.m. ET; watch it on Peacock. Other events today include gymnastics, women’s 3x3 basketball, tennis + cycling. Keep up with Team USA and our favorite local athletes via WTHR.

• Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay made his first public sideline appearance on Sunday since being injured in a fall at his home late last year. Irsay sat in a golf cart during the team’s training camp practice and told reporters he’s still recovering from two surgeries. (IBJ)

• Hilbert Circle Theatre rolled out the red carpet for the world premiere of “The Duel,” a movie shot primarily in the Hoosier State by Indiana-based company Pigasus Pictures. The film features Indy attractions like Midland Art and Antiques and The Inferno Room; it hits theaters tomorrow, July 31. (FOX59)

• TikTok sensation, comedian, and actor Matt Rife has added an Indy show to his “ProbleMATTic World Tour” — he’ll perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. Presales begin today + general ticket sales begin this Friday, Aug. 2 at 10 a.m. (WTHR)

• Indianapolis Public Library’s Shared System — which allows participating schools access to the library’s physical and digital resources — will expand to eight more Indianapolis Public Schools this fall, or 4,405 more students. The additions include Anna Brochhausen School 88, Charity Dye School 27, and Crispus Attucks High School.

• The Indiana Pacers signed Quenton Jackson + Tristen Newton to two-way contracts over the weekend. Was that the right call? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Pacers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

• From a Hall of Fame-inducted founder to a restaurant landing a spot on the list of the 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America, Clancy’s Hospitality is no stranger to a rich history. Let’s take a walk down memory lane, shall we, Indy?*

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Hours, tickets, parking

• During its 15-day run the fair is open Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays); the gates open at 9 a.m.
• Tickets are available in person and online. General admission tickets purchased by Thursday, Aug. 1 costs $13 — 20% off the gate price.
• The $100 Foodie Family Four Pack is new this year. It includes one parking pass, four admission tickets, and $50 Fair Bucks to spend on snacks.
• Parking is available on-site and off-site — fairgrounds parking costs $10. You could also try $10 State Fair E-Z Park lots located south of 38th Street and at the Indiana School for the Deaf.