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Circle of Lights

Wednesday, November 9, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Celebrating it's 49th year, the Circle of Lights® presented by the Contractors of Quality Connection and Electrical Workers of IBEW is one of the most beloved traditions of downtown Indy.

This year's event will take place the day after Thanksgiving, on Friday, November 25, 2011. The actual light up will happen at about 7:45pm.

Decorations for the event include T26 larger-than-life toy soldiers and sailors, along with 26 peppermint sticks. There will also be 52 garland strands with 4,784 colored lights! Talk about a spectacle!

In addition to the decorations, there will also be live entertainment - selected from state wide auditions and national acts. This is a great event for families and for couples. In fact, over 100,000 people are expected to be there to celebrate the event.

Are you looking for the perfect event to propose to your sweetheart? This might just be it!

Whether you are from Indy or are coming to visit and experience the Circle of Lights, you might be interested in a hotel room Indianapolis. We have a hotel deal Indianapolis for the Circle of Lights that includes breakfast and a great view from the hotel's entrance. Go to www.hgi.com and us Group Code Lite11.

Butler Basketball Hits the Courts with 2011/2012 Season

Wednesday, November 9, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Butler University Bulldog fans, students and alumni are in for a real treat this basketball season. With the 2011/2012 season in full swing, there’s nothing better than getting in on the action of a live game. As one of the premiere Downtown Indy hotels and historic hotel Indianapolis locals and visitors love to frequent, the Hilton Garden Inn is ready for the basketball crowd with our special discount rates for Bulldog fans.

Find the Butler Men’s Basketball schedule for 2011-2012 below and begin planning your stay for the team’s home games in our luxury hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors love:

November
Nov 2        Northern State
Nov 5        Franklin
Nov 12        Evansville (away)
Nov 15        Chattanooga
Nov 19        Louisville
Nov 21        Savannah State
Nov 23        Gardner Webb
Nov 27        Indiana (away)
Nov 29        Oakland City

December
Dec 3        Valparaiso
Dec 7        Xavier
Dec 10        Ball State (away)
Dec 17        Purdue
Dec 20        Gonzaga (away)
Dec 22        Stanford (away)
Dec 29        Green Bay
Dec 31        Milwaukee

January
Jan 6        Wright State (away)
Jan 8        Detroit (away)
Jan 13        Cleveland State
Jan 15        Youngstown State
Jan 19        UIC (away)
Jan 21        Loyola (away)
Jan 26        Milwaukee (away)
Jan 28        Green Bay (away)

February
Feb 2        Wright State
Feb 4        Detroit
Feb 9        Youngstown State (away)
Feb 11        Cleveland State (away)
Feb 14        Loyola
Feb 18        ESPN Bracket Busters
Feb 21        UIC
Feb 24        Valparaiso (away)
Feb 28        Championship 1st Round – tba

March
Mar 2        Championship Quarterfinals
Mar 3        Championship Semifinals
Mar 6        Championship Finals
Mar 13        NCAA Tournament 1st Four
Mar 15        NCAA Championship 2nd Round
Mar 22        NCAA Regional Semifinals - Finals
Mar 31        NCAA Final Four

2011 Indianapolis LBGT Film Festival

Wednesday, November 9, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

The 2011 Indianapolis LBGT Film Festival presented by Indy Pride will be November 11-13, 2011.

Here's a run down of what's on tap for the festival this year:

November 11, 2011

7:30 - Opening Announcements
8:00pm - Premier Night Comedy Shorts - Cried Suicide, 52 and Hollywood to Dollywood

November 12, 2011

Events run from 12:30pm to 8:45pm and films are shown in The Toby and the Deboest Lecture Halls. There will be Youth Shorts, Gay Shorts and Lesbian Shorts.

November 13, 2011

Events run from 12 noon to 4:45. There will be another series of short films featured on Sunday.

If you want a more detailed schedule of the events of the 2011 Indianapolis LBGT Film Festival, be sure to visit their website where you can see the 2011 Schedule.

You can also buy 2011 Indianapolis LBGT Film Festival tickets online. A full festival pass is just $60 and a premier party pass is $40.

Are you coming to Indy for the event this year? If so, you might be looking for a hotel deal Indianapolis. If you are looking for hotel reservations Indianapolis, then you might want to check out the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Indy.

Finish the Year off Right with Music Concerts & Events

Wednesday, October 19, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Indy residents and visitors will enjoy the exciting music events and concerts scheduled from now until the end of the year, and to make the holiday season special for friends and family, why not take the time to experience a mini vacation right in area Downtown Indy Hotels?

Our Indianapolis hotel packages offer a real get away from everyday life so treat yourself to luxury accommodations at our historic hotel Indianapolis residents just love to visit for some much needed rest and relaxation. While you are here, take in one of the over 100 area concerts with family and friends. Below find just a few of the exciting events scheduled for November and December.

November Events

November 2nd    Elizabeth Cook with Tim Carroll at Birdys
November 3rd    Lotus at Vogue Theatre
November 4th    JJ Grey & Mofro at Vogue Theatre
November 5th    Rock it to a Cure! At the Egyptian Room
November 5th    Ray Davies at Vogue Theatre
November 6th    Five Finger Death Punch at Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
November 8th    Yonder Mountain String Band at Vogue Theatre
November 9th    Drumline Live at Murat Theatre
November 10th    Skrillex at Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
November 11th    Naturally 7 at Clowes Memorial Hall
November 11-12th    Diary of Black Men Theatrical Play at Murat Theatre
November 12th    Everlast at the Amber Room
November 19th    Cameo featuring Steve Arrington at The Venue Conference Center
November 19th    Amy Grant and Michael W Smith at Murat Theatre
November 19th    Ledisi at Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
November 21st     Furthur at Murat Theatre
November 22nd    Kid Rock at Egyptian Room
November 25th    The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band at Vogue Theatre
November 26th    Jeff Dunham at Conseco Fieldhouse
November 26th    Anthony Hamilton at Murat Theatre

December Events

December 2nd    Straight No Chaser at Murat Theatre
December 6th    Chicago at Murat Theatre
December 9-10th    Rejoice at Clowes Memorial Hall
December 17th    Handel’s Messiah performed by Indianapolis Symphonic Choir at Clowes Memorial Hall
December 19th    Christmas with Mannheim Steamroller at Murat Theatre
December 28th    Jim Brickman at Murat Theatre

For more details about November and December concerts as well as ticketing information, visit livenation.com or ticketmaster.com box offices online. For hotel reservations visit us online.

Get the Party Started with the Tonic Ball

Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

November is sure to be the hottest month for music with the 10th annual Tonic Ball on Friday, November 18th at Fountain Square Theater. Listen to the music made famous by Michael Jackson, David Bowie and R.E.M. all in one night jammed packed with live band entertainment all supporting a worthy cause.

The Tonic Ball raises funds to help raise funds to support Second Helpings, a charity dedicated to feeding Indy’s hungry. This incredible organization takes food that would normally be thrown out by restaurants, grocers and distributors and prepares it in their kitchen in order to distribute meals to the needy. Over 3,000 meals are delivered to missions, day care facilities and senior centers 6 days a week. Not only does Second Helpings serve food, they also created a culinary training program so those in need can also be trained for good jobs and gain employment in the food industry.

Tickets are on sale now for the Tonic Ball, but hurry because they sell out fast.

For hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors will find the historic hotel Indianapolis Hilton Garden Inn to be conveniently located to the Tonic Ball and other desirable downtown attractions. Find the best Indianapolis hotel packages available for luxury accommodations, fine dining, swimming pool and exercise center at our location. Visit us online to make your reservation today.

Check out why you won’t want to miss the Tonic Ball in the following video.

Downtown Indy Gearing Up for Spooky Halloween Fun

Monday, October 17, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

With spooky festivities gearing up for a lot of horrific fun as the countdown begins toward the scariest October day of all, all Indianapolis residents should prepare for frightful times in the days leading up to Halloween. Downtown Indy is preparing for all Hallowed Eve with some exciting events sure to scare the socks right off of both young and old.

Run Like Hell
For 3 long miles goblins, ghouls and zombies will be on the chase for the best Halloween costume in the city as participants come dressed in their Halloween best for a fun race in the Run like Hell event at White River Park near the old Washington Street Bridge in downtown. Special prizes are awarded for best costume in a number of different categories with a bonus bounty of snacks and drinks for everyone who joins the race.

Historic Ghost Walk
For a haunted ghost walk or tour of ghostly hot spots, visitors will have a chilling experience visiting places where spirits haunt, killers lurk and scary tales came to pass throughout the city’s history. Historic Indiana Ghost Walks and Tours leads this family fun event into downtown Indy’s hauntingly historic past.

The Shining
Indianapolis Museum of Art presents The Shining on DVD. Buy tickets to see director Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece of terrifying horror for Friday, October 28th at 7 p.m.

Children’s Museum Haunted House
Join the Indianapolis Children’s Museum for the Vampire Vacation, a family friendly haunted house with spooky scenes from famous locations around the U.S. Rated in the top ten of haunted houses by Rand McNally, this Halloween destination is sure to please all ages.

Downtown Indy hotels offer convenient locations right near all the Halloween action. For the best Indianapolis hotel packages, call us here at the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis downtown hotel for affordable luxury accommodations or make your reservations right online.

10 Things To Do Without a Super Bowl Ticket, #5-1

Friday, September 30, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

Ways to participate in Super Bowl XLVI without a ticket, ideas 5-1:

5. Check out the new Chase Near East side Legacy Center and Indianapolis Youth Education Town

The NFL supports the development of a Youth Education Town in each city. This leaves a lasting legacy for the youth and families in the area. Indy's Super Bowl will focus on Arsenal Tech High School. You can see the webcam of the center's pr ogres here.

4. Stay Connected with Super Bowl XLVI

Sign up for newsletters and updates leading up to the Big Game. Keep in touch with 1st & Green, Super Service and more! Keep in touch with our hotel as well! Find the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown on Facebook and Twitter!

3. Encourage kids to be active with the NFL Play 60 Challenge

You've probably seen the commercials. This program is geared toward schools, but you can certainly apply its principles to your neighborhood, after-school care, kids, etc. The challenge to to get kids outside and playing actively for 60 minutes a day at school and home. Let's help prevent childhood obesity! Our Indianapolis meeting hotel staff is considering starting up a workout program a couple evenings a week. The cookies at the Front Desk continue to put pounds on all of us! Ha!

2. Celebrate "all things football" in Super Bowl Village

Georgia Street is under construction to turn into a great pedestrian-only boulevard in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. It will lead directly to the NFL Fan Experience in the convention center. We are one of many hotels near the Indianapolis Convention Center even at six blocks away. NFL will be represented with all 32 franchises surrounded by bars, nightlife, great dining and live music!

1. Be your own pro-football star at the NFL Experience

An interactive theme park dedicated to football? Yes, please! Memorabilia. Kids' football clinics. Autograph sessions. More. More! MORE!! The most exciting thing? TICKETS ARE AFFORDABLE FOR THE NORMAL PERSON!

10 Things To Do Without a Super Bowl Ticket, #10-6

Friday, September 30, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

As you might have guessed, hotels are sold out, restaurants will be packed and to get to Super Bowl XLVI the normal person may have to sell an organ or their soul. I'm sure to be on call 24/7 and sleeping in the office that weekend. Luckily, we just ordered new, comfortable (I hope) chairs. Ha!

There are plenty of other ways to get involved with the Super Bowl in downtown Indianapolis starting right now! A list created by the Super Bowl Host Committee gives us the top ten things we can do to be involved in the BIG GAME without a ticket!

10. Fight breast cancer with Indy's Super Cure

Indy has partnered with the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tissue Bank at IU Simon Cancer Center. You can contribute financially, become a tissue donor to increase the diversity of breast tissue samples received to help fight cancer and/or volunteer at the Komen Tissue Bank. Tissue donation events will be taking place up to and including the week of Super Bowl XLVI.

9. Join the 1st & Green Challenge

The Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown management team is participating in this. Our green hotel Indianapolis is very proud to be a part of this challenge. You can sign up as an individual or an organization. You track green activities on, at least, a weekly basis. Activities such as planting a tree, reducing your shower time, choosing for alternate transportation and opting for reusable shopping bags are tracked.

8. Knit, crochet or weave Super Scarves

Blue and white, handmade scarves will be presented to all volunteer staff. If 8000 scarves are made, excess scarves will be given to front line hospitality employees who will provide SUPER SERVICE for our city's guests!

7. Plant one of the 2,012 trees by 2012

It's pretty simple. Plant a tree - you can track it in 1st & Green or volunteer with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful to participate in a planned tree planting. Trees provide so many benefits to the environment and, let's face it, they're pretty. Function & form, form & function. Our downtown Indy hotel usually participated with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful each year for a downtown cleanup.

6. Participate in neighborhood cleanups to leave a lasting legacy

This project is focused around the near east side of Indy. The idea is to leave a lasting impression of this civic project well beyond the Super Bowl.

We may not be able to help you with hotel reservations Indianapolis for Super Bowl XLVI, but you can always get involved in other ways. I'm just excited to be working and living downtown during this event!

Take a Modern Trip Back in Time at the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown

Thursday, September 29, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Lovely historic architectural detail of the hotel letter box

Professional photographers recently came to the hotel to take pictures of the extensive renovation to our historic 1915 building. In case you didn't realize, the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places so staying with us is like taking a little luxurious, modern journey back in time.

As the most recent newly renovated hotel Indianapolis downtown offers, there are exciting features that guests and visitors to the area will appreciate. Besides adding all new furniture, carpeting and electronics, our interior colors were also changed to create a relaxing and trendy atmosphere. Travelers can find food and comfort after their long journey. Business people can socialize and have meetings while visitors to the area can tour and admire the historic features that make our hotel so unique.

Since pictures speak louder than words, here are a few that will demonstrate the beautiful ambiance and historical features found only in the best downtown Indy hotels such as our Hilton Garden Inn. Make sure to also visit our Facebook page to view new photos as we add them, and of course, if you are in the Indianapolis area, come for a stay in our comfortable hotel accommodations Indianapolis guests appreciate because of their deluxe amenities and convenient location near all the area attractions, events and restaurants.

1915 stairway and bannister – notice the intricate detailing

March on Down to Downtown Indy with Music for All

Wednesday, September 28, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Get ready for marching this fall in early November as the Music for All brings their 2011 Grand National Championships to Downtown Indy. Yamaha presents this national championship for high school marching bands, and this year more than 90 bands will work hard to compete for the title over 3 days, November 9th to November 12th, at Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis.

The marching band that wins this prestigious title also has the honor of receiving an invitation to play at the 2013 Rose Parade in the Tournament of Roses. For Indiana music lovers, this is a great time to visit the downtown area to see marching and music at its finest. Also featured in the same week is the 2011 convention of the Percussive Arts Society so you will also be able to hear drums, keyboards and all sorts of other percussion instruments played at the same time.

So for a musical extravaganza that will be a feast for marching feet, take a trip to Downtown Indy in early November for a visit you won’t soon forget. For hotels near Lucas Oil Stadium, you will be find comfortable, deluxe amenities at our Historic Hotel Indianapolis guests and visitors love to visit. The Hilton Garden Inn is one of the premier Downtown Indy Hotels convenient to Music for All event and other popular area attractions. Call us today to reserve your stay: 317.955.9700.

Take a Bite out of Homelessness with Salvation Army Apple Fest

Tuesday, September 27, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

As part of The Salvation Army’s campaign to end homelessness in Indianapolis, the Apple Fest is coming to downtown this October. Appropriately themed with the idea that homelessness really bites, the event is sure to bring awareness, entertainment and a lot of great eating to downtown Indy in Monument Circle on Thursday, October 6th.

In partnership with Emmis Communications, the Apple Fest will feature Bandwagon performing live classics and top 40’s music during lunch time and a variety of family fun events will take place to raise needed funds for helping the homeless in the community. The Salvation Army estimates that about 7,500 Indianapolis citizens are homeless and most are comprised of families unable to afford basic shelter for parent and children. Twenty five percent or 1,500 of the Indy homeless are children.

Until the event starts in October, be sure to visit the Apple Fest website and find out what you can do to help. When you bring a filled Bite Back food drive box to the event, you’ll receive a free apple cobbler dessert. Also, Coats for Kids will be collecting coats for children to help them during the cold winter months, and when you donate kids’ coats, you’ll also receive a free cobbler as well.

For Downtown Indy Hotels, the Hilton Garden Inn offers visitors to Indianapolis hotel packages that are affordable and convenient to the Homelessness Bites events and other local area attractions. To make advance hotel reservations Indianapolis visitors should call us at (317) 955-9700.

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Indy Repertory Theatre 2011-2012 Season Lets the Plays Begin

Thursday, September 22, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Time to let the plays begin at the Indiana Repertory Theatre 2011-2012 season. An exciting lineup of theater shows promises to delight Indianapolis locals and visitors to the city. The schedule for this year's performances include the following productions:

Dracula by Steven Dietz - September 7 to October 1, 2011
Going Solo Festival - September 20 to October 23, 2011
William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar - October 21 to November 5, 2011
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol - November 25 to December 24, 2011
August Wilson's Radio Golf - January 10 to January 29, 2012
God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza - February 28 to March 24, 2012
Fallen Angels by Noel Coward - March 13 to April 15, 2012
The Miracle Worker by William Gibson - April 17 to May 20, 2012

For ticketing information, call the Indiana Repertory Theatre box office at (317) 635-5252, and for season ticket packages, visit the Indiana Repertory Theatre online.

For hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors will find our Indianapolis Downtown hotel to be conveniently located to all the theatre shows, fine dining and area attractions. We also offer Indianapolis hotel packages to meet all Indy guests needs including our World Class Theatre Package. Visit our website to learn more.

Lady Victory Returns to Monument Circle

Tuesday, September 20, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Lady Victory Photo Credits: http://www.wishtv.com/dpp/news/local/marion_county/lady-victory-set-to-return-to-monument-circle

All Indy citizens and visitors will be happy to know that the historic Lady Victory bronze sculpture, which left our city in April, has now returned home.

This 1893 sculpture needed extensive reconditioning and repair. It was removed from Downtown and renovations were completed earlier than it's original anticipated date of October. The Indiana War Memorial Commission oversaw the renovation process.

The historic piece was once again open for public viewing on September 6th. It is now expected to grace our city for at least another 100 years, but this time in a new spot at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Monument Circle. The 38 foot tall sculpture was originally placed in 1893 to honor the military vets from Indiana.

As one of the few Downtown Indy hotels with an amazing view of the historic sculpture, visitors to the city will want to reserve our historic hotel Indianapolis rooms to take advantage of our close proximity to Monument Circle. Our hotel is conveniently located to all Downtown fine dining and attractions including Lady Victory. For hotel reservations Indianapolis visitors and guests can call us at 317-955-9700 or visit our website.

Lady Victory Returns to Monument Circle

Wednesday, September 14, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

Lady Victory, the 38' tall bronze sculpture who has sat on top of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument since 1893, returns to her spot overlooking the city, 284 feet above ground. Victory was removed in the spring time and split into four pieces so she could be restored to her original grandeur. Crews tried to place her atop the Monument last Tuesday through Friday but Mother Nature would not cooperate with unfavorable wind conditions.

The job isn't over yet. Victory, who is also known as Miss Indiana, still has to be finished, waxed and buffed. Not that kind of wax! She will be finished by crews working on scaffolding to finish her off with bronze finisher, patina and clear coat to restore her golden brown color before adding the wax protectant. It' just like having your car repainted!

Lady Victory was standing in the northwest quad of Monument Circle for four days before workers attempted putting her back up. This was the first time in 117 years people could get close to her. Traffic just around the Circle from our three star hotel downtown Indianapolis was backed up while residents and visitors stopped to take photos. None of mine turned out very well.

Our historic hotel Indianapolis has 12 guest rooms which overlook Monument Circle and Lady Victory. They peak around the Chase building until you get higher up and look over Chase. Make your hotel reservations Indianapolis with us and request a "22 room" for the view. They're usually in high demand, so we don't guarantee them, but you can always step out of our doors and look up if you don't get the room. We're that close.

Photos courtesy of www.wibc.com

Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown Review

Tuesday, September 13, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

"When things go smoothly at a hotel, there is really no way to judge how they truly operate. It is when a problem occurs, that you can tell what management's attitude is."

This is my new favorite hotel quote. A guest recently stayed at our hotel and wrote about her visit on the blog 2 Wired 2 Tired. Although we have many guests stay with us who may review their stay on Expedia, TripAdvisor and through Hilton's guest satisfaction survey, it really catches our interest when a guest posts something on their blog. Blogging a review usually evokes more of a story-telling dialog and we can find out more in depth how things went instead of a simple satisfaction scale.

We had no idea "Tired Grandma Judy" was here to write about her stay and her trip to Indianapolis. So when our General Manager came to the morning staff stand up meeting with her blog post, we were excited to hear what she wrote. Of course we'd like it to be a glowing review of our downtown Indy hotel! It wasn't. As soon as we heard the quote above, we all took a deep breath, preparing ourselves for what we were about to hear.

Upon settling in to their room, Judy and Grandpa Randy had multiple phone calls from the Front Desk but no one could be heard on the line. Then a knock on their door presented someone from our maintenance department to switch out the broken phone, which Grandpa Randy said wasn't needed. Another phone call and Judy "was beginning to get irritated."

They opened the door again and there stood Megan Mills, our Guest Service Manager and Dave Kalbfleisch, Chief Maintenance Engineer. Megan explained that one of the valet drivers accidentally scratched the bumper of their car on a wall and she wanted them to come down to look at it. Maintenance was still there ready to replace the phone.

"The damage to our car was minor [but] the Hilton Garden Inn offered us a rental to get around the city the next day, while they got it repaired. I told them I just wanted to take it home to the person I knew. They agreed and asked us to get an estimate and they would mail the check out immediately."

After day two passed and they hadn't yet received the check, Judy was followed up with by our General Manager, Richard Letko. The check was received the next day to cover the scratches. "We were very pleased."

"Pleased with the valet for reporting it, he easily could not have and we probably would not have noticed until after we had left Indianapolis. We were also pleased with the front desk for being persistent and handling the incident in an appropriate manner."

PHEW! What a relief! Although we're never happy when a guest has an issue or inconvenience during their stay, we are pleased that we were proactive in contacting the guest, being completely candid about what happened and quick in following up and resolving what happened.

Judy goes on to say,

"The Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown would be my recommendation for those attending the Super Bowl in 2012, the Big Ten Championship Football Game, or those simply visiting Indianapolis."

Thank you, Judy and Randy, for staying with us this time. I am SO happy to hear everything turned out all right and we handled your situation in an appropriate manner. I hope you will stay with the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown again the next time you are in or through Indianapolis. We would be pleased to have you stay with us again...sans bumper scratches.

*****

2 Wired 2 Tired is a blog run by Tésa Nicolanti, a writer well-versed in the field of blogging and social media. She and the 2 Wired 2 Tired team write about tech, travel, family life and host giveaways, contests and write product and other reviews. Check out the 2 Wired 2 Tired blog for some great reads, great suggestions and reviews!

Indy Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Opening Night Gala

Monday, September 12, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Where do conductors, fine music and adoring fans gather together for a thrilling night of charismatic entertainment? Why the Opening Night Gala of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra of course! Join Conductors Krzysztof Urbanski and Jack Everly on Sunday, September 18th at 6 p.m. as they lead a night of music that will ignite the passionate fires within as never before.

The symphony will also host their special Happy Hour with Time for Three so symphony goers will not want to miss this extraordinary evening. The performance will feature favorite compositions written by John Stafford Smith, Tchaikovsky, Glinka, Everly, Bernstein, Berlin and Monti. In addition to their performances, the Indy Symphony offers various student programs and workshops. The organization pioneered the Arts Everyday feature for 2300 elementary school students every year. Funds raised help to educate and bring the arts to inner city youth. For ticketing information, be sure to call the Symphony Box Office at (317) 639-4300. Group discount information can be obtained from Jeff Johnson at (317) 231-6788.

For hotel reservations Indianapolis visitors and guests will enjoy the historic hotel Indianapolis Hilton Garden Inn right in downtown where all the action is conveniently located within walking distance. The hotel features deluxe accommodations, wireless internet, in room hospitality, indoor heated pool and spa and on site fitness center. Hilton HHonors program members can also earn points from their stay. If you need Indianapolis group travel rates or special shopping or getaway vacation packages, please call the hotel at (317) 955-9700 for more information.

Get Your Sillies with Yo Gabba Gabba Live Appearing at Butler University

Friday, September 9, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Indy, it’s time to get your silly on with Yo Gabba Gabba Live show presented by Kia Motors. Nick JR’s popular television show is now going live, and will be in Indianapolis at the Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University on Sunday, September 18th. With two show times at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., your kids are going to have the time of their lives, and with the great Gabba party package features available, they will have first class seats and bonuses they’ll be talking about all year long.

Each Gabba party pack receives one ticket for seating in the first 15 rows and a private VIP pass for the after party. The package also includes free gift shopping and photo opp with all the Gabba friends as well as a hosted party patrol for all the VIPs.

Yo Gabba Gabba takes dancing to a whole new level as hip hop legends Biz Markie and Leslie Hall come on stage with DJ Lance Rock and all your favorite Gabba characters. High energy fun with music, dancing and singing will take center stage for toddlers, pre-school kids and family. For tickets, visit Clowes Hall online ticketing booth.

Indianapolis hotel packages for visiting family and friends are available at the Hilton Garden Inn Star Hotel Downtown Indianapolis. Our discount hotel Indianapolis downtown offers deluxe accommodations with luxuriously appointed rooms, fitness center, wireless internet, heated pool and room service. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to downtown area attractions and just a short drive from favorite Indy hotspots. Give us a call to reserve your room today at (317) 955-9700 or visit our hotel package site online.

Indy Running Events to Raise Awareness and Funds for Charities

Wednesday, September 7, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Whether you enjoy walks, runs, triathlons or marathons, these activities encourage active lifestyles for staying healthy and fit. Indiana’s own Tuxedo Brothers event management firm sponsors various athletic events throughout the year that take fitness to a whole new level by helping participants have fun in healthy activities they enjoy while at the same time raising funds for worthy causes.

This fall brings a lot of exciting events that walkers, runners and even those who support various charities can actively participate in to bring awareness to these causes and help them financially at the same time. For the full schedule of events, you can see Tuxedo Brothers website here. Here are a few highlights for the rest of 2011:

September 17    Dick Lugar Run and Walk at Butler University in Indianapolis
September 18    Fishers Area Sprint Triathlon at Fishers High School in Fishers
September 24    Ovarian Cancer Run/Walk at City Market in Downtown Indianapolis
September 25    Beyond the Badge at Crown Hill in Indianapolis
October 1        Hit the Bricks at Zionsville High School
October 1        Wine at the Line at Mallow Run Winery in Bargersville, Indiana
October 8        Spotlight on Nursing in Downtown Indy
October 22    Heart of Indiana at Celebration Plaza in Downtown Indy
October 28    Run Like Hell at White River State Park in Indianapolis
October 29    Pleasant Run Run at Historic Irvington in Indianapolis
November 5    Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in Downtown Indy
November 19    Outback Scramble at Eagle’s Crest in Indianapolis
November 24    Drumstick Dash in Broad Ripple Area
December 10    Jingle Bell Run in Downtown Indy at the Conseco Fieldhouse
January 21, 2012    Bop to the Top in Downtown Indy at the One America Building

With so many events scheduled, friends and family visitors will want to find affordable Indianapolis hotel packages so they can participate or attend to watch you run or walk for charity. One downtown Indianapolis hotels that visitors and locals love is our very own Hilton Garden Inn. In our luxury hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors find comfort and affordability, and with our close proximity to events and area attractions, we are conveniently located to everywhere visitors want to be in the city. Give us a call to reserve your hotel stay today: (317) 955-9700.

Embark on Wellness Journey at 2011 Health Conference

Wednesday, August 24, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

This year, embark on a wellness journey with the 2011 Speaking of Women’s Health Conference scheduled for Friday, September 6th at the Indiana Convention Center. This year’s event promises to offer friendly fun and entertainment sure to bring awareness to vital precepts of living healthy for women.

Inspirational speakers, special sessions targeted to specific needs and dozens of available screenings for women’s health along with good food and prizes will motivate women to get moving and actively taking control of their lives and health.

There is no end to the fun and educational benefit for attendees from this all day event. In addition to guest speakers and breakout sessions, each guest will receive a gift bag commemorating the event and free screenings for blood pressure, BMI, hearing and skin analysis.

Breakout sessions include a ten tips theme for such subjects as understanding depression, living a full life, career and meal plans, budgeting, fun and fitness exercise, relationship issues, eating healthy and great hair.

Make sure to plan in advance for your hotel accommodations Indianapolis area by reserving your room at the newly renovated Hotel Indianapolis Hilton Garden Inn. There is nothing like this luxury conference hotel Indianapolis where guests can expect full service that features a fitness center and healthy dining as well as being within walking distance of downtown attractions. Rooms are going fast in this hot area of downtown so give us a call to secure your reservations and plan on enjoying an educational and relaxing day focusing on your needs at this upcoming conference.

September Heating up with Fiesta Indianapolis Celebration

Tuesday, August 23, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

September 17th promises to be a Latin fiesta like no other. No, it’s not Cinco de Mayo, but it will certainly be hot (muy caliente!) at the Fiesta Indianapolis, the premiere Latino celebration for 2011. September is National Hispanic Heritage Month and what better way to celebrate your inner Latino or Latina than with a fun filled day of music, dance and lots of food.

The fiesta is sponsored by La Plaza whose mission is to bring together resources for area Latino families in need of educational, health and social service programs. Empowerment and building bridges within the local Hispanic community takes a village of committed locals and visitors to help the growing needs of Latino families in the area. This non-profit organization needs area volunteers to come out and show their support by helping with the event. Please contact Miriam Acevedo Davis, the Executive Director, at (317) 890-3292 ext. 40 for more information.

For affordable hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors will enjoy staying at the Hilton Garden Inn. Our hotel is conveniently located in the downtown area where you can easily walk to area attractions and restaurants. Our Indianapolis hotel packages feature room service, fitness center, high speed wireless and all your favorite movies on HBO viewed on our in room flat panel TVs. You will also feel right at home with our in room pantry, microwave, coffee and refrigerator. Plan your visit to Fiesta Indianapolis and reserve your hotel reservations Indianapolis right online or by phone at 317-955-9700.