Indianapolis (Visit Indy) - April 2, 2026

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April 3-5 2026 - The Weekend 5 - Inspiration for your calendar, sent every Thursday morning.
NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four
You could say Indy has a few balls in the air this weekend. The city is hosting the semifinal (Saturday) and championship (Monday) rounds of the Men’s Division I tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. These teams are the best of the best, beating 64 others to this spot. The Arizona Wildcats, Michigan Wolverines, Illinois Fighting Illini, and UConn Huskies are evenly matched and it could be anyone’s game. Read on to see how you don’t have to be courtside to feel the madness of this all-star weekend. Tickets are $438 and up.
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Shin Dig - Reserve Your Table Today
Singing Gondola Rides and Themed Yacht Adventures
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NCAA Fan Fest at Indiana Convention Center
Get into the game through Monday at this full-on fan playground. It's perfect family fun with timed challenges, skills courses, three-point contests, and much more. Pose with the championship trophy and other photo ops, enter giveaways, attend panels, meet celebrities, and get your official merch and team apparel. Tickets are $15.
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March Madness Music Festival
The volume is turned up Friday-Sunday at this free festival on American Legion Mall. The party vibes will be strong with headliners Post Malone, Zac Brown Band, and Twenty One Pilots. Grab food and drinks, play interactive games, win some giveaways, and catch top-tier artists performing alongside rising stars at this electric, high-energy event. There are a lot of memories to be made here.
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Men’s Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate
The street party is here. Through Monday, Georgia Street transforms into a giant pregame party just outside the stadium. Come for classic tailgate fun like food, cocktails, beer, mascots, pop-up vendors, pop-a-shot games, live music, DJs, interactive challenges, and surprises. There is no cost to attend, get hyped, and be a part of the excitement.
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Other Ways to Celebrate Hoops Madness in the City
Don't spend the weekend on the bench. Even without a game ticket, there are plenty of ways to get in on the buzz. Explore the Hoosier state’s connections to basketball on an adventure through iconic venues, attractions, and art with the Indiana Hoops Pass. Check in, earn points, and claim prizes. The four-part, limited series Hysteria Podcast celebrates the stories, legends, and moments that have shaped Indy’s history with the game. Hear from those who were there. It’s easy to tap into the joy of the weekend with Swish, an immersive experience including music, dance, and visual arts from more than 175 Indy creators.

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Cheers to the Weekend!
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