Your insider guide to Indianapolis events
Curated restaurant, parking, and neighborhood guides for every major convention, game, and festival. Written by locals, not algorithms.
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Curated guides for Indianapolis's biggest conventions and events
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The spots locals recommend to every visitor
St. Elmo Steak House
Steakhouse
“World-famous shrimp cocktail that'll clear your sinuses — an Indianapolis institution since 1902”
127 S Illinois St
🚶 3 min walk from Convention Center
Bakersfield Mass Ave
Mexican / Tacos
“Street tacos, 100+ tequilas, and whiskey — the Mass Ave spot for a fun, lively dinner”
334 Massachusetts Ave
🚶 12 min walk from Convention Center
Harry & Izzy's
Steakhouse / American
“St. Elmo's more casual sister restaurant — same ownership, same famous shrimp cocktail, easier to get a table”
153 S Illinois St
🚶 3 min walk from Convention Center
India Garden
Indian
“Best Indian food downtown — the lunch buffet is a local favorite and incredible value”
207 N Delaware St
🚶 8 min walk from Convention Center
American / Bar Food
“Massive menu, strong drinks, open late — the go-to post-event hangout for convention crowds”
201 S Meridian St
🚶 5 min walk from Convention Center
Nada
Modern Mexican
“Upscale Mexican with creative cocktails — steps from Gainbridge Fieldhouse”
11 W Maryland St
🚶 5 min walk from Convention Center
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A local's guide, not a generic listing
Indy Event Guide is built by people who know downtown Indianapolis inside and out. We'll tell you which shrimp cocktail will clear your sinuses, which parking garages gouge during events, and how the skywalk system connects 12 hotels to the Convention Center so you never have to go outside in February.