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Head outside with a guide to Indy’s parks
We’re highlighting 14 parks that Indianapolis has to offer — complete with Eagle Creek, Holliday Park, and Garfield Park.
October 4, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate and learn about the monarch migration through Indianapolis
Find out where to spot the winged creatures and what you can do to keep them protected + flying high.
August 29, 2025
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Beat the heat with a Getmyboat rental near Indy
Hit the water by renting a pontoon, jetski, kayak, or other watercraft from another Indy resident.
August 19, 2025
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Where to play pickleball around Indy
Indy’s full of pickleball players, so we’re sharing some of the best spots to get your game on.
August 7, 2025
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Kid-friendly activities in Indianapolis, IN
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Indianapolis has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
July 30, 2025
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Indy’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in Indy that span from places to eat, drink, shop, and stay the night.
July 17, 2025
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Where would you put an outdoor library in Indianapolis?
The concept is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in Indy.
July 14, 2025
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Happy trails: Our guide to hiking around Indy
Check out these hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Indianapolis for outdoor adventures.
July 3, 2025
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The history of The Ruins at Holliday Park
The Ruins that have imbued Holliday Park with a historical flair for decades lived an interesting life before they came to Indy.
June 16, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Parks and Recreation
Public pools and splash pads to cool off in around Indy
To make the hot days a little more bearable, we’ve compiled a list of water spots to beat the heat.
May 27, 2025
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Best places to leaf peep around Indy
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Get your socks scared off at these Halloween and horror movie screenings around Indy
Whether you love family-friendly scares or straight up horror, there’s a movie screening near you... if you dare.
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20+ upcoming concerts headed to Indy
Avril Lavigne? Check. Keith Urban? Check. It’s not a bad idea to triple-check this list and get your concert tickets before they sell out.
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