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Monday 8:30am - 5pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm

500 Festival

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We're a nonprofit organization producing 50+ life-enriching events & programs for Indianapolis and Indiana.
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The 500 Festival, a nonprofit founded in 1957, produces iconic events and programs celebrating the legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and the vibrant community spirit of Indiana. Our events, which draw more than half a million attendees annually, contribute to a lasting $500 million impact on Indiana’s economy. With over 50 unique events and programs, including the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, Kids’ Day, and the AES 500 Festival Parade, we bring people together to celebrate the magic of May in Indianapolis. From health and fitness initiatives to education programs for youth, the 500 Festival strengthens the community, enriching lives and creating lasting memories.

08/06/2026

Indy comes alive when we gather together. 🌟

From Monument Circle to every neighborhood across the state, we're proud to keep the spirit of our community thriving year-round. 💙🏁

08/03/2026

Registration for the 500 Festival & Indianapolis 500 Education Program, presented by Riley Children's Health, is now OPEN! 📣

This FREE program provides students the opportunity to explore the significant role of the 500 Festival and the Indianapolis 500 in Indiana's state history and culture. Aligned with Indiana's academic standards, our dynamic curriculum seamlessly connects Indiana's rich racing history and innovation to state standards across seven subjects.

Learn more and register your classroom today 👉 https://500festival.wufoo.com/forms/2027-education-program-registration/

07/29/2026

A 4th-grade field trip turns into a lifetime of timeless memories. 🏁

🙋‍♂️ Raise your hand if you still talk about your 500 Festival trip from elementary school. Decades later, the excitement hasn't faded — and now it’s time for the next generation to experience the magic for themselves. ✨📚

07/26/2026

Fueling dreams, holding water bottles, and celebrating every achievement — parents really are the ultimate pit crew. Happy National Parents Day! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

Thank you for supporting your racers every step of the way. 🏎️💨

07/22/2026

Honoring the past, racing toward the future. 🏁

The Indy 500 and 500 Festival legacy lives on in the eyes of our future leaders.

07/15/2026

The art of joy. 🎨

07/14/2026

Why race alone when you can race together! 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏻🏁

And there's no better place to do so than at the Indy Mini. 🤍

07/10/2026

The best part about the long miles? Finding the hidden beauty of the city while everyone else is still asleep. 🏃‍♂️🌆

📷: Jake Rytlewski

07/08/2026

We don't take celebration lightly here 🎉🙌🎈

Every event, we love celebrating YOU. Whether you're a participant or a spectator, you truly make our events come to life.

07/07/2026

The art of the downtown streets coming alive. 🌟

There is a unique rhythm to the Lucas Oil 500 Festival Parade that turns the city into something truly cinematic.

Where did you find the best view of the magic? 🎈

Address

1125 Brookside Avenue, Suite B03
Indianapolis, IN
46202

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+13179273378

Website

http://www.500festival.com/

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