Indiana Insider Blog

October and cooler weather are almost here! That means pumpkin patches, haunted houses, trick-or-treating, and other Halloween events are right around the corner. Luckily, Bloomington has you covered for all events spooky and fun this year. These 7 Halloween events... Read more

Fall is festival season in Indiana! Bloomington is one of the most beautiful places to be in the fall, with unmatched fall foliage and vibrant festivals and events to entertain all visitors. Whether you’re looking for music, great food, comedy,... Read more

Indiana has a rich history in hoops. One of the nation’s top states for high school basketball, Indiana annually sends top players into the ranks of the college game. Visit Indiana and the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame set out to put... Read more

The game of basketball came to Indiana in 1892, and it arrived at the YMCA in Crawfordsville. It makes sense then that the first eight Indiana high school champions were schools within 30 miles of the Montgomery County seat, including... Read more

Hinkle Fieldhouse personifies college basketball. This 90+ year-old basketball cathedral has stood the test of time as the home for Butler sports. It may be truly incredible, but just like Norman Dale proved, Hinkle’s rims are the exact same measurements... Read more

Three NCAA National Champion IU Hoosier teams have called Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall home. Over the decades, millions of fans have attended countless unforgettable games at this timeless arena. It’s also important to remember that Bloomington is not only known... Read more

Indiana has a rich history in hoops. One of the nation’s top states for high school basketball, Indiana annually sends top players into the ranks of the college game. Visit Indiana and the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame set out... Read more

It’s possible to piece together a Continental-style road trip across Indiana with stops in small towns and cities that share their names with European counterparts. (Just be aware, pronunciations can vary widely by country.) The first capital of the Indiana... Read more

Basketball in Indiana is more than just a sport. It’s a religion. The season’s in full swing, and nobody celebrates it the way we do here in the Hoosier State. Make a pilgrimage to some of these hallowed hoops destinations... Read more