Monument Circle
Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis, the capital city of Indiana, is famous for the Indianapolis 500 and is called by many the Racing Capital of the World. Indianapolis Motor Speedway is gearing up for the 2010 Indianapolis 500 in May. With celebrations and festivities throughout Indianapolis, the entire month of May is a great time to visit. The actual race is on May 30th, culminating two weeks of practice and qualifications.

Indianapolis is much more than racing. The Indianapolis Art Center is currently featuring two excellent exhibits. Art From the Heartland is a exhibition featuring 50 artists from surrounding states. Reflecting the talent and passion of the regional artists, over 70 works are on display through mid-April. An Indianapolis Legacy, is an exhibition of photos by Tom Casalini of well know Indiana artists. The photo-portraits are hung along with works by the artists for a truly inspiring show. This exhibit continues through April.

For a cutting edge, cool event, head to the Indiana State Fairgrounds April 17th. The Pepsi Coliseum hosts a double header between the Ohio Roller Girls and the Naptown Roller Girls. (Naptown is a nickname for IndiaNAPolis.) Nothing more exciting than a roller derby bout ,except two in a row. These are the final bouts of season four, come support the roller girls, become a Flat-Track Roller Derby fan before your parents.

Speaking of women's sports, the Indiana Fever's opening night is May 15th. The Fever will be defending the Eastern Conference Championship this year, staring with the Washington Mystics. Home court is the Conseco Fieldhouse, games are family friendly, so don't leave anyone home.

Pet lovers, join the largest charity event for the local humane society April 25th. The Mutt Strut is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Let the track go to the dogs for a day, bring your best friend or a human buddy for the 2.5 mile walk or even less. Remember many Best Western Hotels are pet friendly, check out Best Western if you are traveling.

The Indianapolis Zoo is excited and proud to announce the opening of the newest exhibit, Cheetah: The Race for Survival. Scheduled for Memorial Day 2010, the specially designed and constructed exhibit features two distinct areas for Cheetahs, and viewpoints offering spectacular views of the cats. The habitat is over 100,000 square feet with the goal of generating support for the preservation of the Cheetah in the wild. An amazing sight with a worthwhile cause.

Best Western Hotels in Indianapolis are ready for your visit. Ladies and gentlemen start your engines and head to the Best Western of your choice. Best Western Hotel's convenient locations and affordable prices can't be beat. Get ahead of the pack and book your Best Western stay now.

Notre Dame Football
South Bend, IN

Muncie Indiana, original home of the Ball Company, who's canning jar's lined grandma's pantry, features prominently in Northern Indiana. Fort Wayne, the burial site of Johnny Appleseed, is a major destination along I-69. Lafayette and West Lafayette, home of well-known Purdue University, anchors the central-west of the region.

Cities rich in history, heritage and tradition love Indiana, proudly celebrating with diverse events and activities throughout the year. Hammond, Gary, Portage and other towns share and contribute to the Chicago metro area. Elkhart, Goshen and Howe towns along the Michigan state line, affectionately referred to as Michiana. Delightful charming towns dot Northern Indiana, filled with friendly faces to welcome your visit.

The 41st Annual Maple Syrup Festival is held mid-April in Wakarusa. Not only all you can eat pancakes and sausage with maple syrup, the festivities include a tractor pull, camel and pony rides, helicopter rides and a children's carnival. New for 2010 is the 1st annual Car Show. Sports and fitness events include the 3-on-3 Basketball Classic, Tour De-Waky Bike Ride and Road Run. A lot to enjoy in two days some come ready for action.

Shipshewana, between Elkhart and Goshen, celebrates MayFest the first Friday and Saturday in May. Another terrific family event, with a full schedule of food, fun, games and activities. The whole town joins in with musical performances from local schools and organizations, a parade and merchants opening shops with sales and events. Even the hungry pitch in, at a pizza eating contest.

Fort Wayne's famous BBQ RibFest is on tap for mid-June. The 13th Annual Blues Brews and BBQ will be held at Headwaters Park in Fort Wayne. Four days of feasting on slow cooked barbeque ribs, pork, chicken and brisket prepared perfectly by cooking teams and Fort Wayne's best professionals. Grab some funnel cake, strawberry short cake or cream puffs for dessert, and settle in for some blues. Fort Wayne's Blues Festival is one of the finest in the mid-west, featuring the tops in local and regional talent. Plan now, this is one of the best events of the summer.

Celebrate history June 18th and 19th at Gas City's Boom Town 1892. Renamed in honor of the natural gas boom in the late 1800s, the city celebrates their history at Boom Town 1892. The original Gas City main street is replicated, fronting booths for vendors and displays. Activities like old fashioned boxing and 1892 golf are planned, costumes and hickory shaft clubs are all part of the event. A terrific family fun event with a twist of history included.

Best Western Hotels in Indiana are ready and waiting for your visit. A quick get-a-way, vacation, or a night on the road, Best Western's accommodation and hospitality are perfect. With convenient locations and affordable rates, make your travels simple by booking Best Western Hotels.

Terre Haute, Columbus, Richmond and Evansville, several of the well-known cities in Southern Indiana, share a diversity of delightful alternatives for travelers in and about the area's cities and towns. Endowed with beautiful natural resources and welcoming communities, visiting Southern Indiana is always a pleasure filled experience.

Dedicated to higher education, sports and love for living, events and activities abound wherever you are. Passing through, on a short get-a-way, or on a vacation, take the opportunity to enjoy Southern Indiana. No matter what season, there is excitement to be discovered.

Know that the original curved glass Coca-Cola bottle was designed and made in Terre Haute? Compact Disc owners likely have one made in Terre Haute which is home to the first US production facility for them in the US. Another first will happens April 2010, the 1st Annual Midwest Soccer Classic with be hosted in Terre Haute. This is a boy's and girl's youth soccer tournament welcoming teams from surrounding states to play at the new 50 acre Vigo County Youth Soccer Complex.

Terre Haute's Wabash Valley Fairgrounds in the sight of the four day AKC Dog Show in April as well. With four competitions, each with a best in show winner, and obedience and rally competitions, this is must fore dog enthusiasts. Remember many Best Western Hotels are pet friendly and welcome contestants, and their owners, for the show.

Columbus, convenient to I-65, is excited to be hosting ArtFest 2010, after a two year hiatus. The festival is held in August, showcasing talented local, regional and national artists and their works. Held in downtown Columbus, the setting is perfect for a summertime art festival. Columbus also celebrates the 19th Annual Columbus Scottish Festival in September. Clans unite and come on out for the complete works. Highland game competitions, entertainment, dancing, all you would expect and more.

Vevay, in southeast Indiana, celebrates it's Swiss heritage at the Swiss Wine Festival in August. This is a family oriented festival celebrating America's first vintage of commercial wine, 200 years ago. Canoe racing, stone tosses and a grape stomp are planned, a parade and fireworks make a festive and fun time for the whole family.

Evansville hosts the inaugural Southern Indiana Classic Marathon and Half Marathon in April. Register now to run, the marathon is highly anticipated and is a Boston Marathon qualifying event. Starting and finishing at the Vanderburgh County 4-H grounds, with a after party in the park. Run or cheer on runners, come out and enjoy the terrific spring weather. Bring the crew for the Family Fun Day in the Park.

Best Western Hotels in Southern Indiana await your visit. With convenient locations on I-65, I-64 and I-70, Best Western accommodations are where you want to go. With quality and affordable rates, Best Western Hotels are perfect for your travels.