Events in Indianapolis, Indiana

The greatest spectacle in racing. The Indianapolis 500 draws over 300,000 fans to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the most prestigious open-wheel race in the world. Race weekend includes qualifying, Carb Day, the Legends Day concert, the 500 Festival Parade, and the race itself.

Assembly 2026 is the once-every-four-years national gathering of United Women of Faith, bringing thousands of women together in Indianapolis for a weekend of faith, empowerment, and community. With keynote speakers Stacey Abrams and Rev. Carolyn Abrams, plus workshops, community gatherings, and an Experience Hall, it is one of the largest gatherings of women of faith in the country.

The Best Four Days in Gaming. Gen Con is the largest tabletop gaming convention in North America, drawing over 70,000 attendees to downtown Indianapolis for four days of board games, RPGs, card games, seminars, cosplay, and an exhibit hall packed with publishers and creators.

A major sporting event that brings a large influx of visitors to Indianapolis. The Final Four semifinals and championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium, plus Fan Fest April 3–6, draw basketball fans and families from across the country. Indianapolis hosts its ninth Men's Final Four.