Indianapolis, IN
Got your Indy 500 outfit planned? Here are some tips that combine tradition, utility
Tortoises race in the Zoopolis 500 at the Indianapolis Zoo
Tortoises race to the fruit Wednesday, May 22, 2024, during the 45th running of the Zoopolis 500 at the Indianapolis Zoo.
Brett Phelps/IndyStar
What should you wear to the Indianapolis 500?
Summer casual is the vibe when headed for the stands.
Traditionally, many have taken to the track in their best checkered flag or stars and stripes motifs.
We spoke with the good people at Good Neighbor, the 850 Mass Ave. clothing boutique for tips on dressing for the May 26 spectacle.
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For the ladies, store manager Lillian Willis recommends the classics.
Denim shorts are a hot item
The store likes to stock Levi’s that hit mid-thigh to appeal to a broad range of customers, she said.
Opt for overalls
Check them out in either pants or shorts.
Top with tanks
The bra-friendly tank tops, in square or scoop necks, work well with their shorts or overalls, Willis said.
Cool socks
Retro striped tube socks can bring fun to an outfit, Willis said. Good Neighbor has two-toned pairs, one white with black stripes, and another white with red stripes.
Comfy shoes
Think a fashion sneaker along the lines of the Gola Women’s Badminton Plimsoll.
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Skip the purse
A nylon crossbody bag is more sporty alternative to a weighty purse.
What’s the bag size limit for the Indianapolis 500?
Bags and coolers larger than 18”x14”x14” in size are not allowed in the facility. Each person is allowed one bag and one cooler.
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Basic T-shirts
For the fellas, T-shirts and shirts are the go-to combination, Willis said.
Keep them classy. No offensive or obscene clothing, signs or flags are allowed.
Consider linen-blend shorts
They’re a lightweight and fashionable choice, Willis said.
Of course, attendees need to consider the weather when dressing for the day.
What’s the weather forecast for the Indy 500?
Expect showers and thunderstorms and a high near 79 degrees, says the National Weather Service.
Contact IndyStar reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cheryl.jackson@indystar.com or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X: @cherylvjackson.
Indianapolis, IN
The Zone Extra | April 18, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It was another busy week in high school sports in central Indiana and ‘The Zone Extra’ has it all covered.
Athlete of the week and Guerin Catholic senior outfielder Ian Taylor is off to a scorching hot start to the young season. Check out his interview as well as Guerin Catholic head coach Dave Schrage talk about Taylor’s success.
The Johnson County baseball tournament came to a close. See highlights from Center Grove’s tournament victory.
The 4A baseball coaches poll was released as well as the 3A softball coaches poll.
The former Columbus North gymnastics coach, John Hinds, passed away at 88 years old.
Center Grove head softball coach Alyssa Coleman joins the show for a coaches corner conversation.
See highlights from the Colts Local Pro Day, featuring several former Hoosiers and Purdue’s Devin Mockobee.
Girls lacrosse is in the first season as an IHSAA emerging sport.
All of that, and more, can be found in the full The Zone Extra show above.
Indianapolis, IN
Tornado watches issued for counties north and west of Indianapolis
(WISH) — A tornado watch was issued until 3 a.m. EDT Saturday for counties northwest and west of Indianapolis, and into Illinois.
Indiana counties in the watch area are Boone, Carroll, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Elkhart, Fountain, Fulton, Howard, Kosciusko, La Porte, Marshall, Miami, Montgomery, Parke, Pulaski, Putnam, St. Joseph, Starke, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Warren and White. The watch area includes the cities of Crawfordsville, Elkhart, Lafayette, Lebanon, South Bend, Terre Haute, and West Lafayette.
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued two watches in Indiana. The other one until midnight EDT Friday includes the Indiana counties of Benton, Jasper, Lake, Newton and Porter. That includes the city of Gary. That watch also extends into Illinois.
Storms on Friday night in central Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Minnesota led to dozens of confirmed tornado warnings. The storms in central Illinois has gusts up to 80 mph, and tornadoes embedded in heavy rain.
An alert issued after 10:30 p.m. Friday from the National Weather Service at Indianapolis said, “A line of strong thunderstorms is nearing the state line with a history of widespread damaging winds and tornadoes. The line is expected to continue to produce damaging winds as it moves into Indiana with the potential for additional tornadoes. The line is then expected to gradually weaken as it moves further into the state.”
Indianapolis, IN
St. Benno Fest returns to the Athenaeum
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Athenaeum in downtown Indianapolis is getting ready to welcome spring with its annual St. Benno Festival this Saturday.
Organizers say it’s one of the longest-running cultural festivals in Indianapolis.
St. Benno Festival is based on the German tradition of “Frühlingsfest,” the springtime version of Oktoberfest, Athenaeum Foundation President Craig Mince says.
“It would always be the festival that would open up the beer garden,” Mince said. “So that was kind of their kickoff of the spring and that warmer season. “
The Athenaeum’s celebration focuses on St. Benno, the patron saint of anglers and the city of Munich, Germany.
There’s a lot of folklore surrounding St. Benno. He’s said to have created Bach beer. He also had a sidekick, “Einbeck,” which means “billy goat” in German.
Legend has it that when the invaders were coming to Munich, he threw the key to a church into a body of water. Years later, he caught a fish that had eaten the key and retrieved it.
“When the German immigrants came here to central Indiana, Indianapolis in particular, they started to organize,” Mince said. “They celebrated Benno. They celebrated Bach beer. So that was kind of the beginning of this institution.”
St. Benno Fest will include lots of beer, pretzels, and Gomez BBQ’s doner kebab.
Francene Thomas, the Athenaeum’s event and festivals manager, says there’s a lot of thought that goes into the menu.
“We want to definitely bring the tradition of this festival and continue that, but also, just bring some fresh flavor to it, too.”
The celebration serves as a fundraiser for the Athenaeum. Money raised will go back into maintenance and other events that promote German culture.
Tickets are $25 and can be bought in advance on the Athenaeum website. St. Benno Fest is a 21+ event and runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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