Year in Review: Indy in the News

Not only did Indy rack up top accolades like “Best Places to Travel in 2017” from powerhouse travel authorities like Travel + Leisure, but Indy’s story on our growing food scene, attractive niche neighborhoods, impressive trail scene and our top-tier family friendly destinations grabbed the attention of media from around the country. Here’s our top ten list of articles you may have seen about our favorite city from this past year (consider this our humble brag and reason for you to read them one more time):

Small Business Saturday

Indy has a community of people who support everything local – restaurants, retail stores, breweries, food trucks, and more. This Saturday, November 25 aims to extend that community and encourage all to Shop Small and Shop Local.

A Taste of Tinker Street

The stretch of 16th Street jogging east of Indy, once known as Tinker Street, is transforming in a burgeoning center of food and drink pioneers. Take a tour as we showcase some highlights of this up-and-coming neighborhood.

The Hoodie Allen Hype Surrounding The Hype

Indy, a ‘no-brainer’ for hip-hop artists. Visit Indy's Nate Swick caught up with independent American Rapper, Hoodie Allen this week to chat all things Indy, his upcoming tour and new album, sushi, sports and even country music.

Cheers to Vonnegut with Bluebeard

Celebrate the Year of Vonnegut in Indy with 11 cocktails concocted by the city’s top mixologists. For each drink, I sat down to catch up with the bartender who crafted it, asking him or her a series of questions about what inspired the drink. This week is a Q&A with Ryan Gullet from Bluebeard. 

Cheers to Vonnegut with Spoke & Steele

Celebrate the Year of Vonnegut in Indy with 11 cocktails concocted by the city’s top mixologists. For 11 weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to try these Vonnegut-inspired cocktails. This week we're sipping with Garrett Smith at Spoke & Steele.

Celebrating Repeal Day in Indy

Today is THE day – the day of the 21st amendment, aka the day Prohibition was repealed. Discover the best ways to celebrate in Indy.

Evermore Music Festival Preview

Another three-day event will be joining that family of tests when Evermore Music Festival celebrates its inaugural go-around this year at American Legion Mall in Downtown Indianapolis.

Fountain Square Music Festival 

The Fountain Square Music Festival (FSMF) kicks off this Friday in one of Indy’s most-happening neighborhoods. You’ll find a blend of national and local talent including the Thurston Moore Group, Andrew W.K., Surfer Blood and Andy D. Indy favorite DJ Gabby Love will also make an appearance.

7 Reasons to Attend Museum by Moonlight at The Children’s Museum

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is certainly a place of learning and experiences for Indy’s kids, and on February 27, adults can explore the museum like never before.

The Underground Catacombs Uncovered at Hallow’s Eve: A Night for Ability

On Saturday, October 24 from 7 - 11 pm, guests at Hallow’s Eve: A Night for Ability will have the chance to test their bravery by stepping down into the historic underground catacombs.

Indiana Spirits: POP! at the Indiana State Museum

On October 2, the lights will dim and the music will be cranked up for Indiana Spirits: POP! at the Indiana State Museum. This second annual, Hoosier-themed cocktail party is one locally-focused event you don’t want to miss.