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MAY 23

Madison in Bloom!

By Visit Indiana
Madison is a wonderful town in the southeast corner of the state that is rich in history, architecture, and beauty. But what makes this time of year extra special is the Madison in Bloom tour. Held two weekends on June,... Read more
MAY 20

Hawkins Isn't Real, But You'll Find These 5 "Stranger Things" in Indiana

By Visit Indiana
No… Hawkins, Indiana isn’t a real town. But that doesn’t mean the Hoosier State is devoid of the paranormal. Fans of the Netflix series Stranger Things might look to visit these five creepy Indiana spots! The Grave in the Middle... Read more
MAY 17

Perillo's Pizzeria: Enjoy A Taste of Italy In This Small Town West Of Indy

By Carrie Steinweg
Are you craving a taste of Italy without the passport stamp? Perillo’s Pizzeria got you covered. On a recent visit to Indianapolis, I spent a day in Hendricks County and as we made our way home I decided to squeeze... Read more
MAY 13

Madison Indiana: Experience a Stay in an 1884 Cotton Mill

By Marilyn Culler
A unique get-away awaits at the Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Madison! Experience a unique stay at a Cotton Mill.  On the banks of the Ohio River This spacious 1884 cotton-mill-turned-boutique-hotel is within steps of the Ohio River. The massive... Read more
APR 15

Your Guide To the Perfect Hendricks County Getaway

By Amy Lynch
Directly to the west of Indianapolis and Marion County, Hendricks County brims with exciting things to do, see and taste. To get a feel for what’s available in Brownsburg, Danville, Plainfield, Avon, and beyond, just take a quick read through... Read more
APR 6

Creepy, Crawly & Fascinating! Learn About Bugs at Purdue's Spring Fest

By Amy Lynch
Spring is rolling into West Lafayette, and that means one thing. It’s time to kick off the Bug Bowl at Purdue’s Spring Fest! An annual Purdue University tradition, this insect-centric event is part of the College of Agriculture’s annual Spring... Read more
APR 1

Free Military Family Attractions: Indiana Blue Star Museums and Parks

By Cole Crider
Indiana appreciates its veterans and the service they have done for this country. We would not be here without our veterans. To honor these heroes, there are many free military family attractions throughout the state of Indiana. Blue Star Museums... Read more
MAR 28

This Hard Rock Casino in Northern Indiana Honors the Jackson 5

By Carrie Steinweg
If you have ever been to a Hard Rock Casino, you know that it’s about much more than slot machines and poker tables. The brand brings with it a history of celebrating music and artists and the Hard Rock Casino... Read more
MAR 25

Purdue University’s Loeb Playhouse is An Intimate Performance Venue With A Big Sound!

By Marilyn Culler
The Venue Loeb Playhouse is located in the Stewart Center, in the heart of Purdue’s West Lafayette campus. Stewart Center was built as a meeting facility and can accommodate up to 500 people in its 23 meeting rooms. The facility... Read more
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