Weekend Round-Up: June 20-22

                We all need a good laugh after this long work week! Head to the 700 block of North Park, The Mass Ave Arts and Theatre District, for just that. It’s the 19^th annual Brew-Ha-Ha! Enjoy unlimited beer samples from over 50 of the best local and national craft breweries, live music from local bands, and food from local food vendors. The fun starts this Saturday from 3:00p.m. -7:00 p.m. This outdoor block party is sure to be a blast!

                Come get covered in paint this Saturday at the Neon Run! This 5k is no ordinary 5k. Starting at 7:00p.m. and going through the night, they will cover you in bight neon colors as you run. After the 5k is the After Dash Bash, filled with performers, music, food, drinks, and tons of Ultra Violet Backlight! Every participant becomes part of the show as they blink and glow the night away in this one of a kind 5k extravaganza.

                Join the IMA for their annual Summer Solstice Celebration and Free Outdoor Concert on Saturday in the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art and Nature Park. Enjoy food and drinks from Sun King Brewery and local food trucks. Enjoy great company in this 100 acres park where nature and creativity come together. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m.

                Relax and enjoy the Indianapolis Symphony this weekend at Symphony on the Prairie, Friday and Saturday at 8:00, as they present Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. This all-American classic is sure to move you and help you enjoy this kick-off to summer.

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Weekend Roundup June 13-15

After all the rain this week it’s time to get out and enjoy the weekend. Stop by the Indianapolis Zoo on Friday from 7-midnight for the Zoobilation! This party helps raise money for the Indianapolis Zoo’s newest member, the orangutans. Orangutans are going extinct and they need your help. Enjoy live music and food from all over the city to save the apes in black tie fashion.

Check out everyone’s favorite 90’s band at the Old National Centre this Saturday, The Presidents of the UnitedStates. They will be performing with Kris Orlowski and Charlie Patton’s War. I am sure they will play favorites such as Peaches!

90’s bands not your thing but still want a concert? Then Check out 99.5 WZPL’s Birthday Bash at the Fairgrounds this Friday. Performers include Jason Derulo, Austin Mahone, Icona Pop and more. The show begins at 7:00 and it is sure to be a blast!

 The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Dance Kaleidoscope and Clowes Memorial Hall present the fully-staged version of Maurice Ravel’s ballet Daphnis et Chloé. This is considered one of the best ballets ever written. The show is on Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Grab your tickets now and enjoy your weekend!

Weekend Round Up: June 6th - 8th

The week is finally over and now it is time to enjoy the sunshine! How about stopping by the Indiana Wing CAFWarbird Expo? On Saturday at the Indianapolis Metro Airport-Tom Wood Aviator Hangar to see Warbird formation flights and static display for free admission. Stay after the show for Hops-N-Props, “A celebration of the finest craft brew from the region”. There will be BBQ, beer and skydivers. 

Looking for delicious wine tasting? Then, head on down to the 15th annual Vintage Indiana Wineand Food Festival. The event is on Saturday at Military Park in downtown Indianapolis. Come enjoy award winning wine and food from all over Indiana. Leave the kids and go and have a good time.

White River State Park is host to Asian Fest 2014. It is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Asia that can be found in Central Indiana. Come be transported to Asia with cultural performances, games, and some Asian food. Admission is free and the festival goes from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Come and have your mind blown by Christian and Katalina in their Mind Tripping Show. The show is “a comedy with a psychological twist”. The show is at the Hilton Indianapolis Hotel and Suites on Friday and Saturday starting at 8:30.  The Mind Tripping Show will be an interactive show that will include mind boggling illusions. This is a must see.

Come celebrate the release of Laura Benanti’s new CD Live at 54 Below with her show, In Constant Search of the Right Kind of Attention, at the Cabaret on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8:00. Laura Benanti is a Tony Award winner singer and was in the recent live showing of the Sound of Music. Her show will feature amusing stories, a little self-deprecating humor and some lovely melodies. Come and see the show!

Need to get in shape? Enjoy a good bike ride? Join Mayor Greg Ballard for the 2014 Mayor’s BikeRide. Come enjoy a fun bike ride through the city. The ride starts at the city market and features Indy’s Near Northside. The Bike Ride is on Saturday. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. This is sure to be a memorable event!