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Indy is a City Built on Sports

You go where your team goes and judge a city by its arena food. Your house wears your team’s colors and your firstborn was named after your favorite athlete. For you, Bracketology is a true science (and you claim to have a doctorate). If you live for buzzer-beaters, last-second field goals, and walk-off grand slams Indy has an adventure for you because you're not just a sports fan, you’re a fanatic. 

A Weekend of Excellence: September 20-23

  • The annual Circle City Classic weekend is a celebration of cultural excellence and educational achievement while showcasing the spirit, energy and tradition of America's historically Black colleges and universities.
  • This year, join in for a free Pep Rally on South Street on Friday, September 22, then keep the party alive for the tailgate and Fan Festival on Saturday, September 23.
  • Then, catch the Mississippi Valley State University vs. North Carolina Central University football game at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, September 23. 

Baseball With A View

  • America’s pastime is played at Victory Field.
  • The Indians play great ball with players seeking Big League fame with parent team, the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Free fireworks show after every Friday home game and Tuesday Dollar Menu Days. 

The Children's Museum Of Indianapolis

  • 12 outside sports experiences and three indoor exhibits encompassing physical fitness and awe-inspiring sports history.
  • Run, drive, jump, putt, and play while learning how to stay happy, healthy, and safe.
  • Opening March 18. 

Find Your Inner Champion

  • Pay tribute to those amazing student athletes who train, sweat, struggle, and triumph in 24 different sports.
  • Find your game and take the winning shot on a vintage basketball court, reliving the true story from the movie Hoosiers.
  • A weekend full of basketball activities ending with the All-Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
  • Enjoy Hoosier Historia by the Indy Arts Council where Indiana natives can celebrate the unique high school basketball history of the state.
  • The All-Star weekend starts February 16 and closes with the big game on February 18.
  • From June 15-23, 2024, Indy hosts the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for swimming that decides the team traveling to the Games in Paris, France.
  • For the first time, the trials will be at a football stadium, Lucas Oil, in partnership with Indiana Sports Corp.
  • Indy last hosted the trials in 2000 but will also be the 100-year anniversary since Indy hosted for the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris.
  • Brickyard weekend, August 11-13, is an event race fans don’t want to miss as it’s full of history and tradition.
  • The 3-day weekend consists of the INDYCAR practice + qualifiers for the Gallagher GP, INDYCAR & NASCAR Xfinity double-header race day, and the Verizon 200 with the NASCAR series.
  • Indiana’s official WNBA team plays in Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indy.
  • The Fever has qualified for the WNBA Playoffs in 13 of its 21 seasons.
  • Famous players include Tamika Catchings and Katie Douglas.

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