Universal Soldier
For a good time, call Down Town. by Jennifer Hanson
App launched!
Grab your iPhones and Androids and get ready to download Indy's best new app! Indianapolis Downtown, Inc. has just launched the FREE "Indy Downtown" app. Find everything you need Downtown at your fingertips. The app features Hot Now: featured Downtown events and promotions; Events: everything that's happening to fill your calendar; Latest: up-to-date Twitter news; Find: see what's nearby on a real-time map and search all Downtown destinations including entertainment, performing arts, restaurants, shops, hotels, museums and more. Find the Indy Downtown app in the iPhone App Store or Android Market.
It's a Wonderful Life!
Nothing says the holidays like Jimmy Stewart in the 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life. Bring your friends and family Downtown to view this classic movie on the big screen Thursday, Dec. 1 at United Artists Theatre for only $5. Also enjoy a silent auction filled with Downtown goodies. In the spirit of giving, you'll definitely earn your "angel wings!" All proceeds will benefit Downtown Beautification, helping to keep your city clean, green and vibrant!
Big Ten Football Championship
Check out the recently re-opened Georgia Street as it is transformed into a Tailgate Party Dec. 3 leading up to the Big Ten Football Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Eat, drink and be merry with your team's fans at dedicated Legends and Leaders restaurant locations. Restaurants include, but are not limited to Slippery Noodle Inn, Scotty's Brewhouse and Harry & Izzy's. More than 200,000 square feet of the Indiana Convention Center will become the Big Ten Fan Fest presented by Dr. Pepper Dec. 3. The exhibit will feature interactive games, entertainment, including special guest appearances and mascots, performances by participating teams' bands, giveaways, food and beverages and much more!
Crossroads Classic
Don't miss four of Indiana's most-storied college basketball programs come together for the inaugural Crossroads Classic at Conseco Fieldhouse Dec. 17. Butler University, Indiana University, Notre Dame and Purdue University will compete in this unique basketball event!
Made in the Circle City
Think "local" when brainstorming for gift ideas this year! Give pourable presents from award-winning Downtown breweries, Sun King Brewery, Rock Bottom Brewery, RAM Brewery and Flat 12 Bierwerks. Stroll in stores like the Basile History Market at Indiana Historical Society, the Indiana State Museum Gift Shop and Arts A Poppin for one-of-a-kind creations made by your Hoosier neighbors. Flock to Indianapolis City Market for 40 local artists under one roof for one night at the Yelp's Totally Bazaar - FREE Holiday Party Dec. 8. Enjoy City Market food vendors' complimentary tastings and regular sales while shopping the night away! Looking for a gift for your favorite "foodie"? Artisan ingredients and crafts can be found Saturday mornings at Indy Winter Farmers Market in the west wing of Indianapolis City Market. Or, take matters into your own hands and create handmade presents with the help of Downtown's crafty resources; Crimson Tate, Mass Ave Knit Shop, Heirloom Classics Jewelry and Beads, Indianapolis Rubber Stamp and more!
Hang your stocking Downtown
Downtown offers several wallet-friendly ways to celebrate the holidays. It is hard to miss the festive décor on Monument Circle, including 52 larger-than-life sailors, soldiers and peppermint sticks. The Circle of Lights® presented by the Contractors of Quality Connection and Electrical Workers of IBEW 481 centerpiece was illuminated for the 49th time Nov. 25. This display, which includes 4,784 lights on 52 garland strands, can be seen through the New Year.
Lace up and glide into the month of December by bringing the family to Skate with Santa at the Indiana/World Skating Academy Dec. 3 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the performance of Christmas at the Puppet Studio Dec. 10 - 22 & 27 at Peewinkle's Puppet Studio. Enjoy a spectacular evening of ice carving, holiday drinks, art making, bonfires, stargazing and more FREE excitement at the Indianapolis Museum of Art's Winter Solstice gathering Dec. 22, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Make Hoosier holiday traditions merry at the Indiana Historical Society. Have your photo taken next to the famous leg lamp in a scene from the movie A Christmas Story. Stop by the Holiday Author Fair Dec. 3 from noon - 4 p.m., featuring more than 60 Indiana authors. Also, chase away the winter blues with FREE family-friendly activities at Winterfest Tuesdays - Fridays, Dec. 20 - 30.
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