Month: January 2026

With temperatures plummeting, the city is opening an overflow shelter to help with housing the most vulnerable. The shelter will remain open until temperatures rise.

Catchings is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and a five-time WNBA Defensive Player of the Year — making her one of the most decorated players ever.

Bridget Parker is urging others to take preventative steps to avoid the same life-or-death battle she is going through.

Free activities include admission at multiple downtown museums and attractions.

Along with the unforgettable experiences, there are multiple perks to becoming a 500 Festival volunteer!

Boxcar Development LLC, an investment group led by Herb Simon and the Simon family, is developing the project. Simon is the owner of the Pacers and the Fever.

​The 50th running of the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and 70th 500 Festival Parade will both take place in 2026.

Hampton was selected from a "competitive field of contestants," officials said, and will represent the fair as she visits 50 counties around Indiana.