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Tourism and Hospitality
Behind-the-scenes factory and farm tours you can take in Indiana
Want to learn how your favorite local beer, chocolate, perfume, or honey is made? Take one of these cool factory and farm tours in central Indiana and beyond.
April 22, 2026 06:03 PM
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Basketball
Schedule of events for 2024 NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis
The 2024 NBA All-Star Game is set for Feb. 16-18 with a whole lineup of events at Lucas Oil Stadium, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the Indiana Convention Center.
February 5, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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City
Visit Indy “State of Tourism” touts an epic 2024
During Visit Indy’s “State of Tourism” event, it celebrated all of the big things happening in Indianapolis in 2024 — and it’s expected to be a transformative year.
January 19, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Development
City of Carmel announces expansion of Monon Greenway
The City of Carmel announced last week it will spend $13 million to makeover the Monon between Midtown and Downtown Carmel.
January 3, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Indoor activities for the cold months in Indianapolis
We get it, frolicking in the snow isn’t for everyone. We’re rounding up some fun indoor activities for the wintertime — no coats necessary.
December 11, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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City
Indianapolis will be a top city to travel to in 2024
If you’re planning travel for 2024, there are lots of big events happening in Indianapolis that may make you want to stay in town.
December 1, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
Indiana breaks ground on first new state park lodge in 84 years
The Lodge at Potato Creek will be about a 25 minute drive southwest of the city of South Bend + join the growing list of Indiana State Parks Inns.
October 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Events
Six months out from the Total Solar Eclipse in Indianapolis
We’re getting ready for a once-in-a-lifetime event in Indianapolis.
October 6, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Celebrate your birthday with these Indy freebies and experiences
Make your special day one to remember with these free birthday treats and unique ways to celebrate in Indianapolis.
October 4, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Tourism and Hospitality
Plan a local Labor Day staycation
Hoping for a little R+R, but don’t wanna travel far? Check out these staycation ideas.
August 30, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Development
City breaks ground on convention center expansion and new hotel
The 143,500-sqft center expansion + construction of a new 800-room hotel, as part of a strategic plan for downtown growth, is officially underway.
August 1, 2023
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