About Indianapolis
As the capital of Indiana, Indianapolis has a lot to offer everyone. If you’re looking to party, you’ll find loads of entertainment plus a diverse city full of culture to experience. It’s also conveniently located near other major cities in the region such as Chicago, which is just around 3 hours away.
The weather in Indianapolis is varied with all four seasons having a different climate to enjoy. With lows in the teens and highs in the mid 80’s, you’ll experience a bit of everything. From time to time winters can be a bit harsh and snow is not out of the ordinary. Still, a party is fun any time of year. When booking your Indianapolis party venue, you’ll have an ample selection!
Party Options in Indianapolis
Putting together a party is about more than just picking the right party venue. You want to make sure that everyone is happy and having fun. To do that, you might want to hire a party planner, get some catering brought in or even hire a DJ to liven things up a bit. After all, no one wants a boring party.
- Party Planner
Putting together all the fine details of a party can be difficult, even under the best of situations. Therefore it might be a good idea to find a party planner to help take some of the load off of you and make things easier by handling all the logistics. That way you can sit back and focus on the fun part of the party. Plus, a party planner can help make recommendations for food, decorations, and other elements that will help elevate your party from bland to extraordinary.
- Catering
Not every party venue offers food, so to make sure you don’t have hungry guests, making sure that you have catering available is always a solid choice. You can find a wide variety of options in a city like Indianapolis, whether you want just some snacks, bar food, or a full spread, so that no matter what, you’ll have well fed guests. Well fed guests make for very happy party-goers.
- DJ/Entertainment
What better way to liven up a party than with some live entertainment? Whether you want somebody spinning records, getting their EDM dance party on, or just playing everyone’s favorite hits, having a DJ present is an excellent way to make the party even better. Live entertainment means everybody will be enjoying themselves whether talking or dancing the night away.
Party Companies in Indianapolis
The details of a party can be overwhelming to think about. Let talented pros in Indianapolis take some of the weight.
- Blue Llama Events
As an award-winning party and event planning company, Blue Llama Events offers something special for whatever type of party you’re planning. Their team specializes in weddings, corporate events, and private parties so you know that no matter how big or small the party is, you have the right people helping you through the process. They add a little something extra to every party and whether they help you a little or a lot; you can be sure you’re in good hands.
- Kahn’s Catering
Kahn’s Catering offers a mix of just about everything you could think of in a caterer. Not only do they have different menus depending on the type of party or event, but the food they deliver is top-class and delicious. If you're just in the mood for snacks or a veggie tray, or even a full spread, Kahn’s Catering can bring you whatever you need with style and elegance or fun and excitement.
- Indy DJ Connect
More than just a DJ, Indy DJ Connect is a full-service entertainment provider that uses DJs and entertainers from all around Indianapolis to bring the kind of entertainment you want directly to you. They have something that fits every type of style so that no one will feel out of place at your party and everyone can get their groove on.
Pros and Cons of Parties in Indianapolis
Being a big city, Indianapolis has a lot to offer partygoers. But like every major city, Indy has its share of downsides too.
Advantages
- Lower average cost of living
This makes it cheaper to plan a party and buy anything you need to go along with it. Not only will renting an Indianapolis party venue typically be cheaper, but you can expect to pay a bit less for the food and other amenities as well.
- Well developed downtown areas
Whether you book a venue in the heart of Indianapolis or in one of the outlying suburbs, you’ll find that each area has a well-developed downtown. This means that you can find entertainment options and party venues almost anywhere you look. This can make the selection process a bit simpler.
- Safe
If there’s one thing we don’t want to worry about when we’re partying, it’s crime. Statistically, for a large city, Indianapolis is much safer than other comparable places. Now you can focus on the best thing about a party, the fun, and not your safety.
Disadvantages
- Everything is a drive
The way that Indianapolis is laid out, it can be difficult to get around without a car. Not only that, you’ll have to drive a while to get there. It’s important to pick a venue that’s near amenities if you want to do other things after the party stops.
- Poor public transit
If you’re looking to the city to help ease the burden of travel, then you might have to look elsewhere. Unfortunately, Indianapolis doesn’t have a very useful or reliable public transit system. This can leave some guests struggling to get to the party in the first place.
- Lack of diversity
While we can’t speak to the city as a whole, there are certain areas of Indianapolis that aren’t as diverse as you might expect. This can lead to fewer options when it comes to venue style, food, or other accommodations if your party is something out of the ordinary.
Famous Locations in Indianapolis
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway
We couldn’t talk about Indianapolis without talking about the world-famous racetrack. Even if you’re not a fan of racing itself, you have to come at least once to appreciate the grandeur and spectacle that is the speedway. With the capacity to hold up to 400,000 fans and 3 of the biggest races in the sport held there every year, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is definitely a sight to behold. When you’re done hearing the roar of the engines, why not book a fantastic party space like a formal industrial theatre space for your next party?
- Central Canal
That’s right, Indianapolis has a gorgeous canal that is home to a walking trail or a paddleboat dock where you can paddle up and down the canal at your leisure. What better way to unwind after a night of partying than with a quiet paddle on the water?
- Monument Circle
If you want to see several monuments all in one place, then Monument Circle is the place to go. There are tributes to civil rights, past wars, recognized Indiana heroes and dozens of other statues and objects dedicated to the history and culture of Indiana and America. If you want to spend some quiet time reflecting, then visit Monument Circle at least once while in the area.