WIRC has court rentals available daily with covered court backups in case of rain or wind. | Photo by @westindyracquetclub
Do you know it’s been 60 years since pickleball was invented? Since then, the sport that combines traditional tennis, ping-pong, and badminton has become a big dill.
In honor of National Pickleball Day, we’re here to help you find your new favorite court in central Indiana.
Freedom Park, Greenwood | Elevate your game at this park’s $1.3 million, 16-court pickleball facility. Fun fact: It’s the largest pickleball complex in Johnson County.
24/7 Dink, Fishers| Dubbed “a pickleball place for everyone,” this spot includes classes, paddles, and balls in the cost to play.
MashCraft Brewing, Fishers | What’s better than pickleball? Pickleball at a brewery. This location has two courts + a massive patio to enjoy.
Pickle on Penn, Carmel | Join this membership club for access to eight state-of-the-art courts, plus events like weekly clinics and Dinks + Drinks on Fridays.
Widespread Panic | Friday, Aug. 8-Saturday, Aug. 9 | 7 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park | $145+ | Join these epic jam‑band nights in the park.
Jason Aldean | 7:30 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville | $79+ | See this act known for “You Make It Easy,” “Dirt Road Anthem,” and “She’s Country.”
Saturday, Aug. 9
Wicket World of Croquet | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | $10+ | Enjoy a day of elegant croquet, picnicking, and socializing — you don’t have to play to stay.
5k Beer Run | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Chilly Water Brewing Company | $42+ | Lace up your shoes to run this course around Fountain Square, then celebrate with a craft brew at the finish line.
She Means Business Brunch and Bosses | 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | P30 | $29+ | Brunch and bottomless networking await at this business mixer featuring local female entrepreneurs.
Rod Stewart | 7:30 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville | $50+ | Rock out to classic hits from the legendary rockstar behind “I Don’t Want to Talk About It.”
Full Moon Yoga Party | 8-10 p.m. | North end of Canal/Buggs Temple Basin | Free with RSVP | Flow under the full moon in this class led by The Hot Room, then stick around for dancing and mingling.
Sunday, Aug. 10
Chris Tomlin | 7:30 p.m. | Hoosier Lottery Free Stage | Free with admission | Fairgoers can enjoy a concert from the artist known for spiritual songs like “Our God” and “Good Good Father.”
Jessie Murph | 8 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park | $119+ | Catch the Alabama-raised singer-songwriter’s stop in Indy on her “Worldwide Hysteria Tour.”
Colts fans are in for a treat this season. | Photo by INDYtoday
Eat
Ready to chow down while cheering on the Colts? Lucas Oil Stadium is stepping up its food game this season. Expect nine new concourse eats, eight fresh suite dishes, and seven plant varieties growing in the Culinary Garden. Plus, 12 local vendors will be serving up tasty bites.
Coming Soon
Mocha Nut Coffee Shop is brewing something new. The local caffeine purveyor posted a mysterious message on Instagram teasing a “second spot, incoming.” While we wait, explore our list of 60+ local coffee shops in Indy.
Travel
Attention, frequent flyers. Southwest Airlines just launched a new direct flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. Plus, the airline will debut a twice-weekly, nonstop route to Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Monday, Aug. 11. (CBS 4)
Arts
Art you glad? “Universal Drip,” an exhibit featuring works by over 25 Hoosier artists, is on display now through Saturday, Aug. 30 at the Central Library. Bonus: Stop by from 5 to 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12 to meet the makers.
Regional
If you’ve been meaning to check a visit to Parke County off of your bucket list, consider this a sign: The county’s 31 covered bridges were just named the top must-see attraction in Indiana. Already been? Try a staycation at one of these unique vacation rentals. (Money Talks News)
Sports
Is Indiana basketball primed for another breakout season? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Pacerswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Try This
Delicious bites? Check. Tasty cocktails? Check. Happy Hour at The Fountain Room is the happy hour spot. Check out some of our favorite bites + sips and see how to experience it for yourself.*
Home
Need a roof you can rely on? Use HomeBuddy to compare prices, read reviews, and get matched with local roofing pros. Get started for free.*
Correction
Shoutout to the sharp-eyed readers who reminded us Indiana has had Ben & Jerry’s shops before, though they’ve all closed. While yesterday’s newsletter stated the new Carmel shop would be the first-ever, it will actually be the brand’s only physical storefront in the state once it opens.
Yesterday marked 38 years since the opening ceremony of the 1987 Pan American Games — a three-week, international celebration that turned Indianapolis into a global stage.
So, what made the festivities so iconic? Let’s rewind.
Indy wasn’t originally planning to host the Tenth Pan American Games. When two other countries backed out, the city had just two and a half years to prepare (instead of the usual five to six years).
Produced by Walt Disney World Productions, the opening ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway drew ~80,000 people and was the largest outdoor live entertainment event in US history at the time.
The Games brought together 4,453 athletes from 38 countries and drew worldwide media attention, with 2,100 journalists and 26 hours of CBS coverage.
The event’s official mascot, Amigo the Pan Am Parrot, was created by local studio Perennial Pictures and toured Indiana to spread goodwill for two years before the Games.
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Here’s one more way to spend your Saturday night this weekend: Reserve a spot to paddle White River from 8 to 10 p.m. during Moonlight Float + Jam. Glow sticks are included, and you bring a cooler stocked with snacks and bevs.
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