Indianapolis, IN
Looking to watch the fireworks this Fourth of July? Here’s where you should go in Indy
More than 10 sites around Indianapolis will set off fireworks to celebrate this Fourth of July and many of them are accompanied by festivals. The holiday falls on a Thursday, so some events span several days into the weekend. Here’s what you need to know:
Indianapolis Fourth of July fireworks and festivals
July 4, Downtown Indy: Indy’s Downtown Freedom Fest will have a 20-minute fireworks show that can best be viewed from the Indiana War Memorial grounds and the American Legion Mall. The street festival will have live performances and food trucks and starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks start at 10 p.m. The festival takes place on North Street between Meridian Street and Pennsylvania Street.
July 3, Broad Ripple: The White River Yacht Club will perform the Meredith Smith Memorial Fireworks Show over the White River. While the club hasn’t announced this year’s launch times, in 2023, the fireworks show started at 9 p.m..
Fireworks and festivals in Hamilton and Boone Counties
July 3 – 4, Carmel: CarmelFest ends with a 30-minute fireworks culminating in a fireworks display launched from the Carmel Ice Skadium at 9:45 p.m. on July 4. The festival is two days long, starting July 3. On the 3rd, the hours are 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on the 4th noon to 10 p.m.. The festival will have a beer garden, a talent show, live performances, caricature artists and food trucks.
July 4, Fishers: Fireworks will be launched at 10 p.m. from Cyntheanne Park and the Geist Reservoir. They can be seen from Hamilton Southeastern Intermediate & Jr. High School and on the water.
July 4, Noblesville: Fireworks start at 10 p.m. and can be viewed from Federal Hill Commons or Forest Park. A Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks Festival will kickoff with a parade at 4 p.m. followed by the festival in Forest Park from 6 to 10 p.m. The 2023 festival had inflatable bounce houses, bungee jumping, a rock wall, ax throwing and a beer garden.
July 4, Westfield: Fireworks will start at 10 p.m., following a festival at Grand Park Sports Campus. The festival will have live music and games and goes from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
July 4, Zionsville: A Fourth of July celebration will be held at Lions Park starting at 5 p.m. and fireworks will begin at 10 p.m.. There will be children’s bounce houses, games and festival food for sale. Miss Indiana and Miss Teen Indiana will sing the national anthem at 7 p.m..
Fireworks and festivals in Hendricks County
July 3, Avon: The town of Avon’s Night at the Park starts with food trucks, a petting zoo, a concert and pony rides, and ends with a fireworks display. The free event goes from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Avon Town Hall Park.
July 4, Brownsburg: Brownsburg’s July Fourth 2024 Extravaganza will begin at 7:30 at the Town Hall Green. There will be a performance from the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra. A parade through town will begin at 10 a.m. Fireworks start at 10 p.m..
June 29 to July 4: Poor Jack’s Carnival will be at Arbuckle Acres Park from 6 to 11 p.m. each night. Carnival wristbands are $25, but the rest of the festival, which includes yard games and food trucks, is free.
Family friendly entertainment
June 30-July 3, Conner Prairie, Fishers: The focus of the Star-Spangled Symphony at Conner Prairie is the music, but the finale will be accompanied by fireworks for these four. Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra concerts. Gates open at 6 p.m. and music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at indianapolissymphony.org.
July 4, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site Independence Day Social: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the home of America’s Hoosier President will have free first-floor tours and patriotic activities. There will be live jazz music, balloon artists, crafts and visiting animals from Indianapolis Care Services. Hot dogs, ice cream and popcorn will be available. The event is free but registration at bhpsite.org is required.
July 4, Indianapolis Indians vs. Louisville Bats: Tickets are available for the 6:35 p.m. baseball game at ticketsonsale.com. The Indians will play at Victory Field and fireworks will follow the game.
Out to the bars
July 4, Metazoa Brewing Company 4th of July Party: Metazoa Brewing, 140 S. College Ave., will unveil their new beer at their free block party. The event goes from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and will have live music. The brewery is dog-friendly and the Downtown Indianapolis fireworks will be visible.
July 6, Red, White and Brew Bar Crawl: For $25, crawlers can dress up in red, white and blue and explore multiple Indy bars. The event goes from 4 to 6 p.m. and starts at the Saint Shack, 250 S. Meridian St. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.
July 5, Red White and Brew Party: Hosted by Howl at the Moon, 20 E. Georgia St., there will be dancing and deals on drinks all night to celebrate the Fourth. Howl at the Moon is open from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.Alex Haddon is a Pulliam Fellow. You can email her at AHaddon@gannett.com.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson hasn’t had a good start to his 2024 campaign. Ahead of Indy’s week four matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Richardson leads the NFL in interceptions with 6 but has also been wildly inaccurate (49.3% completion). In Bleacher Report‘s recent article from Brad Gagnon highlighting final thoughts on NFL teams ahead of week four, Richardson gets raked through the coals for Indy’s entry.
It doesn’t get any easier with the Steelers defense awaiting Anthony Richardson, who already leads the NFL with six interceptions and has completed a ridiculous 49.3 percent of his passes. Unhappy times in Indy.
– Brad Gagnon | Bleacher Report
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Gagnon isn’t wrong here, as the Steelers are an elite defense through three games and possess incredible talents with linebacker T.J. Watt, defensive tackle Cam Heyward, and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick. Richardson is essentially going from just a fire to a frying pan that is also on fire with this stacked Steelers defense. Richardson looked shaky and off-rhythm against a Chicago Bears defense that, while formidable, is inferior on nearly all fronts to the Steelers’.
If Richardson wants to get off the negative streak, he must get help from his most reliable playmakers. Running back Jonathan Taylor, and wide receivers Michael Pittman Jr. and Josh Downs will be integral to lifting Richardson over 50% completion for the first time this year. However, Pittsburgh will do everything possible to stop Taylor from beating them, possibly allowing Richardson opportunities with his feet and explosive passes to downfield targets like Alec Pierce.
Indianapolis didn’t start 0-3, but also can’t afford to finish September at 1-3. Pittsburgh is an intimidating presence, but they’re a beatable football team, as they’ve shown with a season-high of 20 points in a game. If Indianapolis and Richardson can avoid turnovers, the Colts have a better chance to win at home tomorrow than many believe.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Wet and windy weather conditions in Indiana caused by remnants of Hurricane Helene led to closures and delays on Friday.
WATCH | As Helene weakens, flooding continues to be a major concern
As Helene weakens, flooding continues to be a major concern
“If it keeps raining like this, we won’t be able to stand here without getting wet because the water is going to all the way over there,” Karla Parran told WRTV.
Parran lives near 30th and Stuart Streets on Indy’s northeast side. Every time it rains, the area gets the nickname “Lake Stuart.”
WRTV
“Keep letting it rain and you will see,” one neighbor told WRTV.
The high water comes as INDY DPW crews will be working 12-hour shifts to make sure roads are treated if needed.
RELATED | ALERT: 50 mph+ gusts & rain due to Helene (wrtv.com)
“Right now, we are worried about trees,” Auboni Hart, with Indy DPW, said.
Officials say as of 4:30 p.m. on Friday, crews had responded to 11 trees down and four power lines down.
WRTV
“When it’s not raining, please clear your storm drains to help mitigate flooding,” Hart added.
Officials say if people have issues they can report them to the Mayor’s Action Center.
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Colts Injury Report: Two Starters Ruled OUT While Three More Are QUESTIONABLE
The Indianapolis Colts today released their Friday injury report for Week 4 of the NFL season ahead of their Sunday game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Cornerback Kenny Moore has been ruled OUT for Sunday’s game against the Steelers due to a hip injury. Moore injured his hip late in last weeks game against the Bears and has missed practice all week because of it. With Moore out expect Samuel Womack to get the start in his place at nickel corner.
Defensive end Kwity Paye been ruled OUT for Sunday’s game against the Steelers due to a quad injury. Paye injured his quad against the Bears and has been unable to practice all week. With Paye out expect a rotation of Laiatu Latu, Dayo Odeyingbo, Isaiah Land and Tyquan Lewis if he plays, at defensive end.
Right tackle Braden Smith is listed as QUESTIONABLE for Sunday’s game against the Steelers with a knee injury. Smith missed practice Wednesday but practice full on Thursday before missing practice again on Friday so it is has to judge which direction his availability is going in. If Smith cannot play Sunday expect either second year Blake Freeland or rookie Matt Goncalves to start at right tackle.
Defensive end Tyquan Lewis is listed as QUESTIONABLE for Sunday’s game against the Steelers with calf and wrist injuries. Similar to Smith, Lewis managed a full practice this week but also missed two others so it throws shade on his availability for Sunday. If Lewis is out Sunday it leaves the Colts very thin and I experienced at defensive end.
Center Ryan Kelly is listed as QUESTIONABLE for Sunday’s game against the Steelers with a neck injury. Kelly popped up in the injury report on Thursday but missed Friday practice too. It would appear to be a practice injury which he is dealing with. If Kelly cannot play Sunday expect a start at center for Danny Pinter in Kelly’s place.
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