The 500 Festival announced today it earned 23 industry honors from the International Festival and Events Association (IFEA). Earning top honors, the 500 Festival secured a Silver Grand Pinnacle, meaning it was recognized one of the best festivals in the world. In addition, this marks the fifth consecutive year that a 500 Festival event has […]
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500 Festival Elects New Officers, Adds Five Civic Leaders to Board of Directors
The 500 Festival Board of Directors recently elected its 2013-2014 officers and welcomed five new civic leaders to serve on its board. NEWLY-ELECTED OFFICERS Chairman of the Board: John A. Crisp, Senior Managing Director/Principal, Cassidy Turley Vice Chairman of the Board: Gary Aletto, Chief Operating Officer, Bright Sheet Metal Company, Inc. Secretary: Paul Sinclair, Partner, […]
Labor Fest on Georgia Street on Saturday, Aug. 31
From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, Georgia Street will be transformed for Indianapolis Labor Fest, a free-admission street festival with live music, food and beverages and a kids zone. The event will also include hands-on activities from unions across central Indiana. The family-friendly shows include: 11 a.m. – Noon 2 Taks […]
500 Festival Seeks 33 New Ambassadors for the 2014 500 Festival Princess Program
Registration is now open for the 2014 500 Festival Princess Program. The application is available and may be submitted online via the 500 Festival’s website, www.500festival.com, now through Friday, January 3, 2014. Becoming a 500 Festival Princess is an experience of a lifetime. The 2014 Princesses will serve as ambassadors of the 500 Festival, the 2014 Indianapolis […]
Free Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Information for RV-Owning Race Fans
The Marion County Public Health Department, in cooperation with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, is providing information on carbon monoxide poisoning to recreational vehicle (RV) owners coming to the track for the Brickyard 400 race on Sunday, July 28. Printed fliers will be handed out as an educational outreach effort after an RV parked near the […]