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Indianapolis Fan Travel Guide
The Racing Capital of the World — home of the Indy 500, Colts, Pacers, and the NCAA headquarters. Monument Circle, a growing craft brewery scene, and some of the best sports venues in America. Hosts more major sporting events per capita than any US city.
Indianapolis Fan Travel Blueprint
FanTravel tracks 10 events and 12 fan-favorite local spots in Indianapolis — here's how to turn them into a fan trip:
- What fans can already use: 11 fan weekend ideas that could turn into huge weekends and 12 fan-favorite hotels, restaurants, bars, and things to do.
- Main event anchor: WNBA All-Star 2025 on July 19, 2025.
- Stay + eat core: Bottleworks Hotel with Bluebeard can frame your pre-event window.
- Night + recovery: Hotel Tango Distillery plus Gainbridge Fieldhouse can round out day two.
Sample 48-Hour Fan Route
- Day 1 Arrival: Check in at Bottleworks Hotel, settle near the event zone, and open your first local meal block.
- Day 1 Peak: Center the night around WNBA All-Star 2025 and then push into post-event fan energy at Hotel Tango Distillery.
- Day 2 Closeout: Use daytime space for Gainbridge Fieldhouse, then finish with Bluebeard before departure.
Celebrity Sightings in Indianapolis
David Letterman
David Letterman, the legendary late-night host and Indiana native, frequently ta
Mike Epps
Mike Epps, the comedian and Indianapolis native, is the Pacers' most prominent c
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Pat McAfee
Pat McAfee, the former NFL punter turned ESPN host, attended Caitlin Clark's Ind
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Simone Biles
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, attended an Indiana Fever g
Tyrese Haliburton
Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers All-Star guard, has been one of the most v
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Caitlin Clark
Caitlin Clark attended Night 1 with boyfriend Connor McCaffery and was spotted i
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Travis Kelce & Jason Kelce
Travis and Jason Kelce attended Night 2 in Indianapolis. Jason went viral for re
Pat McAfee
Pat McAfee confirmed his attendance at Night 3 of the Eras Tour at Lucas Oil Sta
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Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny was reported on site at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during WNBA All-Star 202
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Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift was reported on site at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during WNBA All-Star
LeBron James
LeBron James was reported on site at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during WNBA All-Star
Travis Kelce
Kelce flew in after Chiefs commitments and was spotted in the Lucas Oil Stadium
Caitlin Clark
The Indiana Fever star attended opening night of the Indianapolis Eras Tour run
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Indianapolis · May 2027
1 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
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Indianapolis · December 2026
1 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
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Indianapolis · November 2026
3 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
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Indianapolis · October 2026
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Indianapolis · September 2026
2 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
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Indianapolis · May 2026
1 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
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Indianapolis · January 2026
1 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
Next: January 10, 2027
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Indianapolis · July 2025
1 events · 1 venues · Indianapolis, IN
Next: July 19, 2025
Potential Massive Fan Weekends
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WNBA All-Star 2025
3 celebs · 1 local events
July 18, 2025 → July 20, 2025
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110th Indianapolis 500
0 celebs · 1 local events
May 23, 2026 → May 25, 2026
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Baltimore Ravens at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
September 12, 2026 → September 14, 2026
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Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
September 26, 2026 → September 28, 2026
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Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
October 17, 2026 → October 19, 2026
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Dallas Cowboys at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
November 7, 2026 → November 9, 2026
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Miami Dolphins at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
November 14, 2026 → November 16, 2026
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New York Giants at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
November 28, 2026 → November 30, 2026
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Cincinnati Bengals at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
December 26, 2026 → December 28, 2026
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Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts
0 celebs · 1 local events
January 9, 2027 → January 11, 2027
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Indianapolis 500 (111th Running)
0 celebs · 1 local events
May 29, 2027 → May 31, 2027
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
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Hotels
JW Marriott Indianapolis
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Le Méridien Indianapolis
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The Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
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Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis West – Speedway
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The Westin Indianapolis
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Pacers Arena Tour)
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Victory Field
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St. Elmo Steak House
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Lucas Oil Stadium Tour
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Bottleworks Hotel
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Series Hubs in Indianapolis
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NFL · Lucas Oil Stadium
8 events · 1 years · Lucas Oil Stadium · Indianapolis
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Global Motorsport · Indianapolis Motor Speedway
2 events · 2 years · Indianapolis Motor Speedway · Indianapolis
Next: May 24, 2026
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WNBA All-Star · Gainbridge Fieldhouse
1 events · 1 years · Gainbridge Fieldhouse · Indianapolis
Next: July 19, 2025
Venues in Indianapolis
Where to Stay in Indianapolis
Fan Stay
Bottleworks Hotel
Set inside the beautifully restored 1930s Coca-Cola bottling plant on Mass Ave, Bottleworks Hotel is Indianapolis's coolest boutique stay. The art deco design, attached food hall, and vintage bowling alley create a one-of-a-kind experience. Close to Gainbridge Fieldhouse, it's become the preferred hotel for visiting athletes and entertainers who want something beyond a chain.
Fan Stay
JW Marriott Indianapolis
The JW Marriott Indianapolis is the largest JW Marriott in North America, connected directly to the Indiana Convention Center and a skywalk from Lucas Oil Stadium. With nearly 1,000 rooms and steps from Gainbridge Fieldhouse, it's the headquarters hotel for major events including the NBA Draft, WNBA All-Star Game, and the Super Bowl when it comes to Indy.
Fan Stay
Le Méridien Indianapolis
Stylish downtown hotel in the historic Canterbury building within walking distance of Lucas Oil Stadium, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and Monument Circle. A smart base for fans attending Colts games, Pacers basketball, and the iconic Indianapolis 500.
Fan Stay
The Alexander
Contemporary art hotel in downtown Indianapolis featuring rotating gallery exhibitions and the acclaimed Plat 99 restaurant. Steps from Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, it draws Colts and Pacers fans plus Indianapolis 500 visitors seeking a creative downtown base.
Fan Stay
The Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
Massive downtown hotel connected to the Indiana Convention Center and steps from Lucas Oil Stadium (Colts), Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Pacers), and Victory Field. The epicenter of Indianapolis sports tourism. During the NFL Combine, every NFL scout and coach is here.
Fan Stay
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis West – Speedway
A full-service Marriott about two miles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, near the Crawfordsville Road corner of the town of Speedway. It pairs a brand-standard hotel with a location inside Speedway itself, steps from the revitalized Main Street strip.
Fan Stay
Speedway Legacy Inn & Suites
A small inn roughly 1.4 miles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway — one of the closest lodging options to the gates. Race fans use it because it is walkable to the track on race day and offers free on-site parking, sidestepping the Month-of-May traffic crush.
Fan Stay
The Westin Indianapolis
A large downtown hotel connected to the Indiana Convention Center, near Indianapolis’s restaurant and nightlife core. Fans who want a downtown base — the city sits 5 to 8 miles from the track — use it for the dining density beyond the immediate Speedway neighborhood.
Where to Eat in Indianapolis
Fan Eats
Bluebeard
James Beard-nominated restaurant in a historic Fountain Square warehouse serving seasonal farm-to-table cuisine. A refined dining pick for fans in town for the Indy 500, Colts games, or NCAA Final Four events at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Fan Eats
Livery
A refined tasting menu restaurant on Mass Ave serving creative seasonal American dishes in an intimate 28-seat space. Pacers fans and Indy 500 visitors experience Indianapolis' fine dining evolution through meticulously crafted multi-course dinners.
Fan Eats
Milktooth
A James Beard-nominated brunch destination in the Fletcher Place neighborhood, Milktooth transforms a former garage into one of America's most inventive breakfast spots. Dutch baby pancakes and bone marrow toast fuel fans heading to Lucas Oil Stadium on game day mornings. It's been on countless best-restaurant lists and draws food pilgrims from across the country.
Fan Eats
Shapiro's Delicatessen
An Indianapolis institution since 1905, Shapiro's serves towering corned beef sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and homemade cheesecake cafeteria-style. Located near downtown, it's a pre-Pacers or pre-Colts tradition for generations of Indy fans. Every president since Taft has reportedly eaten here, and the no-frills charm is part of the appeal.
Fan Eats
Union 50
Union 50 on South Meridian Street is Indianapolis' most stylish pre-game dining destination for fans attending Colts, Pacers, or major NCAA tournament events — an elevated American restaurant in a striking industrial space with inventive cocktails and a menu that takes Indiana comfort food seriously. The proximity to both major venues and the Mass Ave arts district makes it ideal for fans building a full matchday experience around great food and pre-game atmosphere. On NCAA Final Four weekends when Indianapolis hosts, Union 50 reservation wait lists grow to weeks.
Fan Eats
Barbecue and Bourbon
A barbecue restaurant on Speedway’s Main Street whose pulled pork is its best-seller. Fans use it because it is part of the walkable Main Street cluster minutes from IMS and is named by local coverage among the Speedway eateries the Indy 500 crowd fills during race week.
Fan Eats
Dawson’s on Main
A family-owned full-service restaurant on Speedway’s Main Street since 2006, known for hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and local craft beer. It was the first full-service restaurant on the revitalized Main Street, and local press cite it as a Speedway staple for race week.
Fan Eats
St. Elmo Steak House
A downtown Indianapolis institution open since 1902, nationally known for its steaks and its famously fiery shrimp cocktail. It is a classic special-occasion meal for Indy 500 visitors basing downtown — a marquee Indianapolis dinner for a race trip.
Best Bars in Indianapolis
Hotel Tango Distillery
America's first veteran-owned artisan distillery in Fletcher Place, crafting bourbon, gin, and vodka with a tasting room and cocktail bar. Colts and Pacers fans toast game-day victories with locally distilled spirits in this patriotic Indianapolis institution.
Kilroy's Bar & Grill
Born from the beloved Bloomington original near IU campus, Kilroy's downtown Indianapolis location brings the same high-energy sports bar atmosphere to the heart of the city. Big screens, cold beer, and an enthusiastic crowd make it the quintessential Pacers and Colts watch party spot. The stuffed breadsticks are legendary among Indiana fans.
Scotty's Brewhouse
Scotty's Brewhouse is Indianapolis's most popular sports bar chain, with its downtown location near Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas Oil Stadium making it the natural pregame and postgame gathering point for Pacers and Colts fans from across Indiana. The house-brewed beers, enormous TV screens, and enthusiastic game-day staff create a reliably electric atmosphere. During March Madness, when Indianapolis frequently hosts NCAA Tournament rounds, Scotty's becomes the center of the college basketball universe.
Slippery Noodle Inn
Indiana's oldest bar, established in 1850, the Slippery Noodle Inn has served as a stop on the Underground Railroad and is now the Midwest's premier blues club. Steps from Lucas Oil Stadium, it fills with Colts fans on game days and rocks with live blues seven nights a week. A must-visit for any sports fan exploring downtown Indy.
Sun King Brewing
Indianapolis's largest locally owned brewery with a massive downtown taproom and year-round favorites like Sunlight Cream Ale. An essential pregame stop for Colts and Pacers fans, especially during the electric atmosphere of Indy 500 week.
Tappers Arcade Bar
Retro arcade bar in Fountain Square with free-play vintage games, pinball machines, and craft beer on tap. Pacers and Colts fans celebrate gameday victories with nostalgic arcade battles and local brews in one of Indianapolis' most unique nightlife experiences.
Thr3e Wise Men Brewing Co.
Thr3e Wise Men Brewing Co. in downtown Indianapolis is a beloved craft brewpub where Indiana Pacers and Indianapolis Colts fans make their pre-game base camp in the walkable corridor between Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas Oil Stadium. The rotating tap list of house-brewed ales and IPAs alongside a serious selection of Indiana craft guest taps make it a craft beer fan's paradise on game days. On NCAA Final Four and Super Bowl weekends when Indy hosts the nation, the brewpub becomes one of the city's most vibrant sports fan gathering points.
Foyt Wine Vault
A wine bar and lounge on Speedway’s Main Street that doubles as a small A.J. Foyt racing museum, pouring Napa and Sonoma wines from the Foyt family’s own label amid racing memorabilia. Fans use it for a direct tie to the four-time 500 winner and a relaxed Main Street option.
Mike’s Speedway Lounge
A neighborhood sports bar that has operated just east of the track on 16th Street since 1965, known for hand-breaded pork tenderloins, burgers and cocktails. Race fans use it as a long-running, no-frills pre- and post-race spot down the street from the Speedway.
Big Woods Speedway
A timber-frame brewpub on the corner of 10th and Main in downtown Speedway, with a centerpiece bar shaped like the IMS oval. Fans use it because it is walking distance from the track, brews dedicated Indy 500 tribute beers, and sits on the race-week fan-hub strip.
Fan Attractions in Indianapolis
Attraction
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Gainbridge Fieldhouse is a beautifully renovated NBA arena that honors Indiana's deep basketball heritage while providing a world-class modern experience. The Pacers' blue-and-gold faithful are knowledgeable and passionate, making for an intimate and intense atmosphere on big game nights. The fieldhouse sits in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, steps from the convention center and major hotels.
Attraction
Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Pacers Arena Tour)
After a $360 million renovation completed in 2022, Gainbridge Fieldhouse stands as one of the NBA's finest arenas — the self-guided Fan Experience tour gives behind-the-scenes access to the Pacers locker room, the media centre, and the all-new premium club level overlooking Bankers Life Road. The arena's Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame exhibit celebrates the state's singular obsession with the sport, from Milan High School to Larry Bird.
Attraction
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Step inside the world's most famous racetrack at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, located within the 2.5-mile oval. The collection features over 75 vehicles including Indy 500 winners, a behind-the-scenes bus tour of the track, and the iconic Borg-Warner Trophy displaying every winner's face since 1911.
Attraction
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour
Tour the retractable-roof home of the Indianapolis Colts, which hosted Super Bowl XLVI and the annual NFL Combine. The guided walk covers the field, locker rooms, press box, and the stadium's signature retractable roof and operable window wall that opens to views of downtown Indy.
Things to Do
Mass Ave Cultural Crawl
Indianapolis's vibrant arts district on Massachusetts Avenue features galleries, theaters, and gastropubs — the cultural counterpoint to Colts and Pacers gamedays.
Things to Do
Mass Ave Cultural District Bar Crawl
Walk Indy's most vibrant stretch from Bottleworks District through Massachusetts Avenue hitting craft cocktail bars, breweries, and live music venues.
Attraction
NCAA Hall of Champions
The NCAA Hall of Champions in downtown Indianapolis is the only museum dedicated to all college sports, with interactive exhibits celebrating athletes across 24 sports and decades of championship history. It's a must-visit for college sports fans of any persuasion passing through the self-proclaimed 'Amateur Sports Capital of the World.' The museum sits steps from Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, making it a natural addition to any Indy sports itinerary.
Attraction
Victory Field
Consistently ranked among America's best minor league ballparks, Victory Field offers affordable family-friendly baseball in the heart of downtown Indy.
Celebrity Guides for Indianapolis
Frequently Asked Questions About Indianapolis
Popular celebrity dining spots in Indianapolis include Bluebeard, Livery, Milktooth. See our full guide for more recommendations.
Visit our Indianapolis city guide for a complete list of sports teams, venues, and upcoming events.
Top-rated fan bars in Indianapolis include Hotel Tango Distillery, Kilroy's Bar & Grill, Scotty's Brewhouse.
Recommended fan stays in Indianapolis: Bottleworks Hotel, JW Marriott Indianapolis, Le Méridien Indianapolis. All within easy reach of major venues.
Use our Indianapolis fan weekend ideas to connect top events with local hotels, bars, restaurants, and attractions.