🏈 See football’s rising stars at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
Presented by Visit Indy
Football fans, get ready for an unforgettable experience. | Photos courtesy of Visit Indy
Calling all football fans: You’re invited to watch top NFL prospects showcase their skills at the NFL Combine Experience, happening Thursday, Feb. 27-Sunday, March 2 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.
Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.: Running backs, quarterbacks, and wide receivers
Sunday, March 2, 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 58 Super Bowl Rings on display. 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.
Indy Library Store Book Sale | 12-7 p.m. | Library Services Center | Cost of purchase | Friends of the Library card holders can buy used + like-new books and other items at discount prices.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
Indiana Pacers vs. Toronto Raptors | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $10+ | Cheer on the Blue and Gold as they aim for another home win.
Thursday, Feb. 27
February Lunch + Learn: Pitch It. Pitch It Real Good. | 12-1 p.m. | Maven Space | $20 | In this month’s Lunch + Learn with Leslie, you’ll learn how to pitch the media to secure TV, podcast, or print and digital interviews.
Asian Dumplings Date Night Cooking Class | 6-9 p.m. | A Cut Above, Carmel | $125+ | Learn to make delicious dumplings from scratch in a fun, hands-on culinary experience.
Friday, Feb. 28
NFL Combine Meetup + Fundraiser | 6-8 p.m. | Sun King Brewing Company | $25 | Here’s your chance to ask Kalyn Kahler of ESPN, along with a panel of NFL reporters and insiders, all your NFL Combine questions.
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | The Cyrus Place | $53+ | Discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Saturday, March 1
Indy Fuel vs. Iowa Heartlanders | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center, Fishers | $24+ | Celebrate the Racing Capital of the World by checking out racing gear and activities around Fishers Event Center — and don’t forget to cheer on the Fuel to help them speed by the Iowa Heartlanders.*
With the up and down temperatures we’ve been experiencing, potholes have only gotten bigger — so we know you’ve seen them. DPW says fewer residents have reported potholes this year + is asking for people to report them by using the Request Indy website or calling 317-327-4622.
Outdoors
The city is breaking ground on a $3 million project at Tarkington Park today. It will include a new multi-use football and soccer field, a walking path, and new pickleball and tennis courts. It’s the first of three projects kicking off Indy Parks’ 2025 construction season.
Opening
Prufrock Coffee Company announced its long-awaited new Carmel location is finally opening on Thursday, March 6 at 275 Veterans Way, Ste. 120. The shop is known for brewing up seasonal drink specials that we can’t wait to try.
Closing
One of Indy’s best (and one of very few) dim sum spots will be permanently closing its doors soon. This Sunday, March 2 is Benyue’s last day of business at Castleton Square Mall — so get your dim sum fix while you can.
Announced
Indy Pride announced the lineup for its new two-day music series “Word of Mouth” taking place Saturday, June 14-Sunday, June 15 at the American Legion Mall. Performances will include Natasha Bedingfield and Tinashe, along with local artists, drag performers, and the 2025 Indy Pride Court. Get tickets.
Sports
With Indiana’s NBA G-League team moving to a new arena in Noblesville next season, the Pacers have a rare opportunity to rename the Mad Ants team. See some of the name ideas being thrown out. (IndyStar)
Listen
Can the Indiana Hoosiers basketball team secure a top-tier coach to lead them to victory? With Brad Stevens and Dusty May stepping back, the search intensifies for IU’s next head basketball coach. Listen with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Number
35+. That’s how many locally-owned Hendricks County restaurants are participating in the inaugural Flavor Fest, happening now through Monday, March 17. Want to win a $50 gift card while supporting local businesses? Here’s how.*
Finance
Top firms like SoftBank already invested in Pacaso, the startup disrupting the $1.3 trillion vacation home market with co-ownership. By handing keys to 1,500+ homeowners, Pacaso earned over $100 million in gross profits. Now, they’re going global. Invest for $2.70 per shareby Thursday, Feb. 27.†*
†This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com.
Category
Development
🏨 Taking Hoosier hospitality to new heights
We have a feeling Astrea at InterContinental is going to become known for its iconic view. | Photo by INDYtoday team
InterContinental Indianapolis is the first luxury hotel to open downtown in two decades — its doors are officially open + its first guests have already checked in.
It’s located in the historic Illinois Building, which was originally built in 1926 as a luxury office space.
The hotel features:
170 guest rooms, including 17 suites
1,545-sqft Penthouse suite overlooking Monument Circle
5,000 sqft of event + meeting space
24-hour fitness center
Serliana Restaurant
Astrea Rooftop Bar on the 11th story — the highest rooftop bar in Indy
Indianapolis-based Keystone Group completed this $110 million restoration project after more than six years of on-and-off construction.
Check out our Instagram for an inside look at InterContinental Indianapolis. You have to see it.
The Buy
The Buy
A chic new outfit from Rent the Runway. Always have something new to wear, whether you’re turning heads at brunch, nailing the office vibe, or all dressed up for a wedding — renting 10 new designer items a month starts at $89. Bonus: Rentals include fast delivery, dry-cleaning, and returns picked up directly from your home.*
After getting a tour of the InterContinental yesterday, I couldn’t stay away. I had to go back for the rooftop view with nighttime vibes. We sipped on a Clover Grove zero proof cocktail and a Negroni.
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