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6 fall events at Indy Parks to add to your calendar
Discover seasonal fun and festive activities for all ages across Indy Parks.
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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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Travel and Outdoors
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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Shea Stapley
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Fitness
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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Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Indy
Dining in Indy is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
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Where to buy a Christmas tree in Indy
How lovely are thy branches — if you buy from one of these local lots, nurseries, and farms.
November 26, 2025
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Our Indy-based Small Business Saturday shopping picks
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
November 21, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to go ice skating in Indy
Ready to live your Nancy Kerrigan or Michelle Kwan fantasy? Here are some local ice skating rinks where you can polish your skills (or barely scoot along — we get it).
November 19, 2025
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Your guide to finding the perfect wedding venue
Explore a variety of enchanting wedding venues around Indianapolis with our comprehensive guide. From rustic historic buildings to elegant ballrooms, we make it easy for you to discover the perfect location for your dream wedding.
November 18, 2025
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Indy goes igloo: Icy pop-ups across the city
This year, igloo pop-ups at local bars and restaurants are all the (icy-hot) rage. Here are a few you can try for yourself.
November 17, 2025
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Let off some steam in Indy’s sauna scene
Saunas are no longer just about sweating it out — they’re becoming Indy’s newest way to unwind, socialize, and network.
November 17, 2025
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How to have a “Wicked” day in Indy... for good
“Wicked: For Good” hits theaters on Friday, Nov. 21. Here’s how we’d spend one short day in the Circle City just like Elphaba and Glinda.
November 17, 2025
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