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This film festival is attended by those excited by the prospect of premiering films produced by Indiana locals as well...

This film festival is attended by those excited by the prospect of premiering films produced by Indiana locals as well as directors and producers from across the globe. Each year, around 200 films make their debuts, representing around 45 nations.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Jul 19, 2012 Fri, Jul 20, 2012 Sat, Jul 21, 2012 Sun, Jul 22, 2012 Mon, Jul 23, 2012 Tue, Jul 24, 2012 Wed, Jul 25, 2012 Thu, Jul 26, 2012 Fri, Jul 27, 2012 Sat, Jul 28, 2012 Sun, Jul 29, 2012

Lots of food? Where? Downtown at several restaurants that participate in Devour Downtown. During this two-week event,...

Lots of food? Where? Downtown at several restaurants that participate in Devour Downtown. During this two-week event, over 30 downtown Indianapolis restaurants offer three-course menus for $30. This event is held biannually in the summer and the winter.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Mon, Jul 30, 2012 Tue, Jul 31, 2012 Wed, Aug 1, 2012 Thu, Aug 2, 2012 Fri, Aug 3, 2012 Sat, Aug 4, 2012 Sun, Aug 5, 2012 Mon, Aug 6, 2012 Tue, Aug 7, 2012 Wed, Aug 8, 2012 Thu, Aug 9, 2012 Fri, Aug 10, 2012 Sat, Aug 11, 2012 Sun, Aug 12, 2012

There's a little bit of something for everyone at this annual festival held in honor of Indiana's poet, James Whitcomb...

There's a little bit of something for everyone at this annual festival held in honor of Indiana's poet, James Whitcomb Riley. You'll find crafts, flea market booths, fine art displays, quilt displays, photography exhibits and even a decorated pumpkin show. Food vendors keep you from going hungry, and on Friday a fun Parade of Flowers is held, a 60+ year old tradition featuring children from a local elementary school.

Hours: Thu, Oct 4, 2012: 5pm - 9pm Fri, Oct 5, 2012: 9am - 9pm Sat, Oct 6, 2012: 9am - 9pm Sun, Oct 7, 2012: 11am - 5pm

The 500 Festival is the fun-loving hoopla that surrounds the Indy 500, one of the biggest car races in the nation. Held...

The 500 Festival is the fun-loving hoopla that surrounds the Indy 500, one of the biggest car races in the nation. Held during the month of May, the festival is a collection of events under the umbrella of a new theme each year. A parade, a kid's day and rookie run, community day and a mini-marathon are all part of the fun that helps kick off this exciting race.

Hours: May 2013

The beginning of the Indianapolis Speedway dates back to 1909, when the automobile industry built a gravel track to test...

The beginning of the Indianapolis Speedway dates back to 1909, when the automobile industry built a gravel track to test its newest model cars in front of a crowd of onlookers. The gravel proved to be hazardous, spurring the transformation of the 2.5-mile track from loose gravel to mortared brick, earning it the nickname, "The Brickyard." However, the general public didn't thrill to the safer track's risks and injuries, so on May 30, 1911, the owners held a race where the winner would take home a prize of over $14,000. The competition grabbed the public's attention and drew a large crowd to watch the first of many Indianapolis 500's. The legendary race takes place Memorial Day weekend. N.B. Tickets must be applied for, and priority is typically given to past ticket-holders, so know that scoring a seat is likely a difficult prospect.

Hours: Sun, May 26, 2013

This exciting race covers 160 laps (400 miles) around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track, which was dubbed "The...

This exciting race covers 160 laps (400 miles) around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track, which was dubbed "The Brickyard" in the 1900s due to its all-brick surface that's made up of over three million bricks. It's a prestigious event that draws top drivers each year. Previous winners include Jeff Gordon, Dale Jarrett, Jimmie Johnson and Tony Stewart. Follow the excitement and feel the heart-pumping action of a NASCAR race at the Brickyard 400.

Hours: May 2013

If you love ribs, then this is definitely the event for you. Held over the Labor Day weekend at White River State Park's...

If you love ribs, then this is definitely the event for you. Held over the Labor Day weekend at White River State Park's Military Park, it's a four-day festival that centers around tasty barbecue and live music. Past performers include the likes of The Doobie Brothers, KC & The Sunshine Band, and Jonny Lang. Cook-offs will have you lining up to sample the outcomes. Note that it's free admission before Friday at 5pm and before 1pm the rest of the days.

Hours: Fri, Aug 31, 2012: 11am - 11pm Sat, Sep 1, 2012: 11am Sun, Sep 2, 2012: 11am - 11pm Mon, Sep 3, 2012: 11am - 8pm

Celebrate the food, music and customs of the Emerald Isle during the city's Irish Festival. It's a fun time held at...

Celebrate the food, music and customs of the Emerald Isle during the city's Irish Festival. It's a fun time held at Military Park in the White River State Park. Entertainment options include everything from sheep herding exhibits to rugby games and Celtic canine displays. Take note, on Friday night, anyone in the gate before 5:30pm gets in free; admission is also free on Sunday from 10am-11am if you bring canned goods for food bank donations.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Sep 13, 2012 Fri, Sep 14, 2012 Sat, Sep 15, 2012 Sun, Sep 16, 2012

Gamers, it's your day (actually four days) at Gen Con's annual convention held at the Indiana Convention Center. You'll...

Gamers, it's your day (actually four days) at Gen Con's annual convention held at the Indiana Convention Center. You'll get a chance to play new games, and vendors showcase new products. This gathering started out as an informal meeting of like-minded gamers and has grown to be the Mecca for gamers, with over 25,000 people in attendance each year.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Aug 16, 2012 Fri, Aug 17, 2012 Sat, Aug 18, 2012 Sun, Aug 19, 2012

The needs, wishes, successes and achievements of the African-American community in Indy are celebrated at this large...

The needs, wishes, successes and achievements of the African-American community in Indy are celebrated at this large festival. The event, which focuses on African-Americans' contributions to society, is one of the largest celebrations of its kind and runs the longest of any other in the US. Festivities usually take place in mid-July.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Thu, Jul 12, 2012 Fri, Jul 13, 2012 Sat, Jul 14, 2012 Sun, Jul 15, 2012 Mon, Jul 16, 2012 Tue, Jul 17, 2012 Wed, Jul 18, 2012 Thu, Jul 19, 2012 Fri, Jul 20, 2012 Sat, Jul 21, 2012 Sun, Jul 22, 2012