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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.

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

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.

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.

Get Your Jazz on at the 2011 Indy Jazz Fest

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

Get your jazz on with the 2011 Indy Jazz Fest scheduled for September 12th through the 17th at the Optimist Park on the Indianapolis Art Center Grounds. Three music stages and a large variety of vendors are available to make the festival a fun event for the whole family.

Artists featured at the event include George Benson, Yellow Jackets, Rufus Reid, Spyro Gyra and a variety of performances by other jazz artists as well as local high school and university jazz bands and ensembles. Preferred seating tickets are on sale now for $75 with private cash bar, bathrooms and limited up front seating. General admission seating is $30, and passes are also available for entry every day of the event for just $99. Certain events are free. See the Indy Jazz Fest website for more details: www.indyjazzfest.net.

Proceeds help benefit the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation that was established in 1995 to bring music to youth in the city. Volunteers are also still needed to help this vital nonprofit organization with set up, ticketing, security services and cleanup. If you would like to help, you may contact LuAnn at lu [at] indyjazzfest.net to be added to the volunteer list.

For a discount hotel Indianapolis location that will put you in the middle of all the musical action, join us at the Hilton Garden Inn downtown. We provide luxury hotel accommodations Indianapolis visitors expect with affordable rates, and our services include room service, fitness center along with the convenience of being walking distance to many downtown area attractions and restaurants.

Fall Season Kick Off at the Madame Walker Theater Center

Tuesday, August 16, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

The performing arts take center stage this season with the Madame Walker Theater Center and its wealth of events slated to be the talk of the town in Indianapolis. All ages will enjoy performers in every genre as they take the stage to bring enlightening fun to audiences this fall.

Offering over 80 years of performances to the Indianapolis area, the theatre brings local, national and international talent to the stage for the entire community to enjoy. Upcoming events for the fall season include:

Bilal – August 12 at 9 p.m.
This performance kicks off the performing season with a soulful, Grammy nominated singer who offers a combination of jazz, hip-hop, soul and blues for audience enjoyment.

Tye Tribbett Live in Concert – August 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Famed gospel singer brings worship and entertainment to the stage.

Freda Payne’s Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald – September 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Once in a lifetime show by international recording artist sure to regale Ella Fitzgerald fans with her talented performance.

Embracing the Storm, a Stage play – September 17 at 2 p.m.
A theatrical stage play highlighting how one family deals with abuse.

For those visitors seeking Indianapolis hotel packages and a lovely night on the town, the newly renovated hotel Indianapolis Hilton Garden Inn has affordable rates for attendees of Madame Walker Theater events. Comfortable accommodations and amenities within walking distance to restaurants and area attractions makes our hotel an ideal place to stay in down town Indianapolis. Call us to reserve your room today.

Hotel Deal Indianapolis Holiday Parties

Monday, August 1, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

Christmas in July? Yes, please! Now is the time of year when all you planners out there are thinking toward planning holiday parties for your company, organization or family. The heat index yesterday was 113 degrees in downtown Indianapolis, so to cool down a bit I'm thinking of winter also. But let's not rush it...

Our staff has a great offer for holiday parties at our downtown historic hotel Indianapolis. Don't wait to book your holiday party in our beautiful Benjamin Harrison Ballroom or on the spacious second floor mezzanine. This Indianapolis hotel package offers the following:

10% discount on per person food items
Complimentary event space rental
Bartender fee waived

Also, if you arrange to have your hotel accommodations blocked at our three star hotel downtown Indianapolis, you will also receive the following:

Discount hotel Indianapolis rates when blocking a group room block
One complimentary suite night for every 15 paid rooms nightly (based on availability)

To arrange your 2011 holiday party at our newly renovated Indianapolis hotel, please call your Sales Manager or Celia Belden, Catering Sales Coordinator at 317-405-5711 or cbelden@fhginc.com.

Happy Holidays from the Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown!

Penrod Arts Fair 2011

Thursday, July 28, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

Welcome to "Indiana's Nicest Day!" The Penrod Arts Fair is the nation's largest single day arts fair "features over three hundred artists, six stages of entertainment, more than 50 arts-related non-profit organizations, and an extensive children’s area." And guess what? All this culture is AFFORDABLE!

The Penrod Arts fair will take place on the exquisite grounds on the Indianapolis Museum of Art this September 10th from 9am until 5pm. It is a celebration of Indianapolis area local artists and musicians. Proceeds go to provide grants for Indianapolis area arts and community organizations.

If you are interested in attending the Penrod Arts fair and seeing some architectural art, please come visit our historic hotel Indianapolis in downtown Indy. The Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown is located just a few miles south of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Our building was completed in 1915 and was Indy's first skyscraper. Our downtown Indy hotel has guest rooms available on September 10th if you'd like to book your hotel accommodations Indianapolis and stay with us that night.

Have fun at the Penrod Arts Fair this year! Tickets are available online at the IMA, Marsh Supermarkets, Hubbard & Cravens and Borders.

Hilton Garden Inn and Rib America Festival 2011

Tuesday, July 26, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

Rib America Festival is coming up again this Labor Day weekend. There are only 43 days left until the festivities begin at Military Park. You can always count on Rib Fest to be a smokin' hot, sweet and spicy good time. Live music, great BBQ, drinks and sunshine drain the energy out of us for four days...and it feels so good!

This year we are proud once again to offer hotel accommodations Indianapolis at a discounted price. For $99 per night, plus tax, stay at the official hotel of Rib America. We also have a great downtown Indianapolis hotel package which includes two admission tickets to the festival, 20 food & beverage tickets and breakfast for two in our downtown Indy hotel's restaurant, the Great American Grill. Act quick, though, because this Indianapolis hotel package is almost sold out!

Our Hilton Garden Inn is located just five blocks from Military Park - a quick walk or a $5 cab ride. The IndyGo Red Line Circulator also has $1.75 single rides picking up one block north of the hotel and dropping off at Military Park. Don't forget to check Sunday and holiday schedules as the Red Line may not be running.

Call our downtown Indy hotel today to reserve your Rib Fest hotel reservations Indianapolis downtown! We'd love to have you join us in the best BBQ affair of the year!

Motorcycles on Meridian & Sportbike Championship XDL Heat up the INDY Speedway

Thursday, July 21, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

The summer is heating up for motor cross fans as Indianapolis prepares for the motor bike event of the season, the Red Bull Indianapolis GP world championship round that starts Sunday, August 28th. While everyone gets ready for the weekend activities sure to provide fun and excitement for attendees, a few other favorite events will help to kick off the motorcycling action.

The Motorcycles on Meridian will fill the streets with roaring engines and lots of leather gear as fans and motorcycle enthusiasts celebrate the upcoming Red Bull Indianapolis GP. Sports Bike fans will also enjoy the 2011 XDL Championship Series on August 26th and 27th. It promises to bring thrilling action that will leave fans and spectators in awe at the skill to which these riders push the limits of sport bike tricks.

The first Motorcycles on Meridian event took place at the same time as the Red Bull GP action in 2008. The streets of South Meridian and Monument Circle fill from curb to curb with sports bikes and choppers that anyone can meet and greet with other fellow enthusiasts at this free event on Friday, August 27th and Saturday, August 28th from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. See the sights and sounds of those who take the art of motorcycle building and customization to a whole new level!

The 2011 XDL Championships for Sportbikes promises to deliver white knuckles and mind bending trick stunts that will blow the audience away. The competition will be hot as 40 riders compete for $10,000 and the championship title.

Several areas have been designated for parking and tailgating. See the Indianapolis Motor Speedway site for details about where to get the party started.

Tent camping and RV parking lots will also be open on Thursday, August 25, 2011 for those planning to stay outside close to the action. Shower facilities are available on some lots and several areas are suggested for use by those who are 21 years of age or older. There are also areas for those who want a little family oriented environment for the kids. Small portable grills may be used and portable shelters no larger than 10 feet by 10 feet can be erected behind and secured to vehicles.

For those seeking comfortable hotel accommodations Indianapolis, there are several downtown hotel options that offer Indianapolis hotel packages and group packages for special events in the area. The Hilton Garden Inn is located in downtown Indianapolis and is conveniently located close to the Speedway and all area attractions. Visit us online to make hotel reservations Indianapolis.

Drum Corps International World Championships in Indy this August

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

The drums are beating in preparation for the Drum Corps International World Championships to be held this August 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Competitive drums and bugle corps will descend upon downtown Indy to stage championship performances during this energetic event to be held August 10th through August 13th.

Here are the DCI World Championship events as scheduled this August:

DCI Open Class Individual & Ensemble – August 10, 2011 at the Indiana Convention Center
DCI Kickoff Party & Hall of Fame Induction – August 10, 2011 at Historic Union Station
DCI World Championship Prelims – August 11, 2011 at Lucas Oil Stadium
DCI World Championship Semifinals – August 12, 2011 at Lucas Oil Stadium
DCI World Championship Finals – August 13, 2011 at Lucas Oil Stadium

To purchase tickets for this exciting event or to obtain more information about the music competition, be sure to visit the Drum Corps International website.

Drum Corps members are chosen from high school and college age students through a competitive process requiring extensive evaluation, review and qualifications. Those who are invited to join this honorable corps tour throughout the summer performing in events nationwide. The DCI mission is to develop leaders through self-discipline, dedication and teamwork.

When visiting Indianapolis for this championship competition, hotel accommodations Indianapolis for the downtown area within walking distance of the event can be made at our Star Hotel Downtown Indianapolis, The Hilton Garden Inn. We offer great Indianapolis Hotel packages for the whole family to make your stay in Indianapolis a comfortable pleasure.

IndyFringe Festival Brings the Unconventional to Life in August

Wednesday, July 20, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

There’s a lot of meaning to the word fringe. It can be a decorative border of thread or cord, an outer edge or even something that is not part of the mainstream, unconventional. The upcoming IndyFringe Festival likes to see itself as a little of the outer edge of theater entertainment, outside of the mainstream and ready to bring the unconventional to life.

Indiana residents and visitors will be thrilled to learn that the 6th Annual Indyfringe Festival promises to make August one show stopping spectacle. With 280 shows over a 10 day period, guests will meet diverse theatre artists creatively entertaining and educating the Indy masses.

The event will be hosted in 7 different theatres including Theatre on the Square Stage II, the Theatre on the Mainstage, The Phoenix, The Phoenix Mainstage, Comedy Spotz and the IndyFringe Theatre. All attendees need to do is pick a show and prepare to be entertained. All one hour shows perform back to back with 30 minute interval breaks to allow stage take down, setup and for guests to move to attend other stage shows.

For visitors seeking affordable Indianapolis hotel packages to attend the IndyFringe Festival, the newly renovated hotel Indianapolis Hilton Garden Inn offers special rates for those vacationing in the area or just wanting hotels near Indianapolis Airport for traveling convenience. The hotel provides luxury accommodations with room service and fitness center to keep your tummy full late night when returning from the theatre and your body fit to keep you ready for the 10 days of IndyFringe fun.

Indiana State Fair, August 5-21, 2011

Thursday, June 16, 2011 by Lindsay Gill

The Indiana State Fair is fast approaching! Taking place this year between August 5 and 21, the fair is located, as always, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds (ISF). Our Historic Hotel Indianapolis Downtown is located just five miles from the ISF.

This year the State Fair has some new things added to the roster of things to do and see! Let's check some of them out:

"Wilkommen to Germany" Exhibit
New Midway rides and reduced prices
Fido 500 - Weiner/Mini-Dog races
Pioneer Village 50th Anniversary
Indiana 4-H Foundation 50th Anniversary
Mini-Indy Races (Quarter Midgets)

Admission to the Indiana State Fair is $8 but discounted $7 tickets are available at Walmart, CVS, Indiana Farm Bureau, Marten House Hotel and of course the ISF Box Office.

It's not just an event to see some livestock; some great concerts will take place just north of our downtown Indy hotel. This year Sugarland, Janet Jackson, Big Time Rush, Train, Maroon 5, Lady Antebellum and more will be there!

Go check out this year's Indiana State Fair! If you need Hotel Accommodations in Indianapolis, please think of us! We have a pool for the kids, a bar for the adults, free Wi-Fi for everyone and some of the cheapest parking for a Downtown Indy Hotel.

Why Government Officials Choose To Stay With Us?

Monday, June 13, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

When you think of downtown Indiana, you should think of fun, relaxations, sports, adventure, music, nightlife, good food and politics. Yes, politics. If you are a government official who’ll be dropping by Indy to report at the Federal Building, the State Capitol or the Courthouse, you’ll find perfect hotel accommodations Indianapolis at Hilton Garden Inn.

We’ve been host to several groups of government officials and not without good reason. We are located right in the center of downtown Indianapolis and near the Indianapolis airport. Our prime location ensures that we are close to the three buildings that interest government officials the most: the Federal building, the State Capitol and the Courthouse.

Imagine the amount of time you, as a government official, could save if you set up base at our historic hotel Indianapolis for your stay here. If you’d like to take some time out from your schedule to take in the sights and sounds of Indy, we are the most time convenient option you’ve got, since we are close to most other non-official buildings as well.

So the next time you need to drop by the State Capitol, do check in at Hilton Garden Inn and give us a chance to make your visit a little less hectic.

Concerts On The Canal

Friday, June 10, 2011 by Hilton Garden Inn Team

The 2011 Concerts On The Canal series is the reason behind the huge number of people thronging the Kruse Family Stardust Terrace at the History Center in downtown Indianapolis every Thursday night. The series features artistes such as Peace Train, Actors Theatre of Indiana, Greg Bacon and the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra.

If you're going to be dropping by downtown Indy on Thursday, this is one event you should make time for. Don’t worry about hotel accommodations Indianapolis as we'll take care of you.

For the Concerts on the Canal, you are allowed to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverage to the concert. Alcoholic beverages have to be purchased and consumed at the site. If you are not into bringing your own food, fret not. Hoaglin To Go operates a café, outdoor grill and cash bar there.

If you’d be visiting downtown Indy on any of the upcoming Thursdays and wish to attend this event, you can reserve your seats online or by calling the Welcome Center at (317) 232 – 1882. To get to know more about Concerts On The Canal and the lineup of performers through August, check out the Indiana Historical Society’s website.

There’s a lot you can do in Indianapolis throughout the week. Take that much needed vacation and give downtown Indy a try. Turn to us if you are looking for a hotel room near Indianapolis airport. As one of the most popular downtown Indy hotels, Hilton Garden Inn has everything you’d want including well-furnished rooms, awesome food and an excellent staff. We look forward to seeing you here.