Media and Indianapolis Story Ideas

For a place known as the "Circle City," we've got a lot of angles.

The stories below are intended as idea-starters. If you're working on a specific story, we'd love to help. Contact us to learn more.

Something is Happening in Indy

With over $2 billion in tourism-related developments, and a record-breaking year for tourism, Indy is trending as America's best mid-sized city.

• Key Calendar Events: From three nights of Taylor Swift in November to celebrating the holidays in the Circle City, and WWE Royal Rumble in February, Indy has something for everyone to enjoy. 

• Trail Investments: The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is now 10 miles long with increased access in Indy's historically Black cultural district by Madam Walker Legacy Center and the south street corridor connecting the trail to Lucas Oil Stadium (home to the Indianapolis Colts). With 400 stationary and electric bikes available at the 50 hop-on-hop-off stations, there is no better time to explore Indy from a bike. Plus, the city is investing $150 million into trail infrastructure, making Indy one of the most connected cities in the country.

• Bicentennial Unity Plaza: Before an Indiana Pacers or Fever game, or a concert, visitors can enjoy a $30 million public gathering space complete with an outdoor seasonal basketball court (summer and spring), roller skating rink (fall), and ice skating rink (winter). 

• Museum Makeover: Experience the “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” any day of the year at the newly renovated IMS Museum, opening in April 2025. This $89 million investment is the first renovation in nearly 40 years and will add a new 6,000-sq.-ft. mezzanine level with interactive, educational exhibits and experiences for race fans.

• A Changing Skyline: New development announcements keep coming and these key projects will help keep Indy's pole position as USA Today's "#1 Convention City in the U.S."  

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