Memorial Day is fast approaching and if you’re from Indiana, that means one thing…it’s race weekend! If you’re not from the Circle City, you may not know that the entire month of May is alllllllll about the Indianapolis 500 aka the greatest spectacle in racing. And if you’re a Hoosier like me, you know just how big this weekend is! A ton of fun events take place all month long and culminate with the big race on Sunday.
This is the first Memorial Day weekend in several years that I haven’t had to work and I’m really excited that I’ll be in town for the festivities! There is so much going on in Indy this weekend, so I thought I’d highlight a few events in case you’re still trying to make plans for the holiday weekend. Below are 12 ways to celebrate Memorial Day in Indy!
FRIDAY
1. Miller Lite Carb Day – Watch the driver’s final practice before the big race and kick off the weekend with a party at the track!
2. Rockin’ on Main – Join the Carb Day after party and enjoy barbecue, bourbon, live music and dancing on Main Street in Speedway.
3. Carb Night at the Pan Am Pavilion – Party the night away at Pan Am Carb Night hosted by Radio Now.
SATURDAY
4. The Art of Racing Installation (open all weekend!) – A unique art installation inspired by the Indy 500.
5. 500 Festival Parade – Join in with more than 300,000 parade goers at one of the weekend’s biggest events.
6. Firestone Legends Day – Meet the drivers, past and present, for an autograph session and festivities at the track.
7. Zac Brown Band Concert – Close out Legends Day with a star studded concert headlined by the Zac Brown Band
8. White River Yacht Club Pre-Race Party – Enjoy an evening of live music, drinks, food and fun along the White River
9. 500 Festival Off The Grid Ball – Hit the red carpet at this black tie event held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. All proceeds benefit the 500 Festival Foundation.
SUNDAY
10. Kegs and Eggs Breakfast at Prime 47– Kick off race day with an all you can eat brunch including unlimited beer, craft cocktails and mimosas. Race goers will also enjoy a police escort to the track.
11. Bike to the 500 – Grab your bike and join in on a group bike ride to the race. A police escort will be provided along with secure bike storage during the race. Even if you’re not attending the race you can still enjoy the music food and drinks at City Market Plaza before the big ride.
12. The 103rd Running of the Indianapolis 500 – The main event of the weekend is of course the race itself! Tickets are still available to take part in the Greatest Spectacle in Racing!
There is SO MUCH happening in Indy this weekend, the problem will be choosing what to do! Wherever you’re spending Memorial Day, I wish you a fun and safe holiday weekend!
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