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Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration Concerts, July 20-21, 2018 @inblackexpo
Indiana Black Expo Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Indiana Black Expo, Inc. recently announced its weekend lineup for the 48th Summer Celebration featuring a new New Jack Swing concert on the entertainment stage in the free exhibition hall inside the Indiana Convention Center.
Grammy Award winning singer, song writer and Broadway actress Stephanie Mills, R&B Group After 7 and British R&B sensation “Loose Ends will perform during the Music Heritage Festival l Free Outdoor Concert at the American Legion Mall on Friday, July 20, 2018.
IBE has added another free concert for attendees to enjoy inside the free exhibition hall on Saturday July 21st. Titled the New Jack Swing concert, exhibit hall attendees will see performances from three-time Grammy nominated “Al B. Sure, chart topping vocalist “Christopher Williams” and “Big Bub of the group “Today.”
Later on Saturday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Summer Celebration attendees will enjoy a concert featuring R&B group Maze and Frankie Beverly, Grammy winning singer, song writer Brandy and the creator of New Jack Swing Teddy Riley & Blackstreet.
Tickets for Saturday’s concert go on sale Monday, February 19, 2018 and are available at the Indiana Black Expo office located at 3145 North Meridian Street or Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, at all Ticket Master outlets, ticketmaster.com — or by visiting IBE’s website at http://indianablackexpo.com or by calling 317.923.3037.
The 48th Annual Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration runs from July 12 – 22, 2018 and will impact over 200,000 visitors.
Downtown Indianapolis Heats Up in July
Bicycling along the White River in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. AroundIndy.com staff photo, (c) 2016, all rights reserved.
By Amanda Dorman
Downtown Indy, Inc.
Fourth of July weekend
Indy’s most popular fireworks show and festival – the Donatos Downtown Freedom Blast – returns to the grounds of the Indiana War Memorial July 4. More than 20,000 people are expected to be Downtown on Veterans Memorial Plaza and American Legion Mall from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. The fireworks will launch from the Regions Bank Tower at 10 p.m. (North and Michigan streets will be closed throughout the day and New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Delaware streets surrounding the Regions Bank Tower will be closed 9:30 – 10:15 p.m. during the fireworks show.)
Crowds will gather for many music festivities including the Indiana Historical Society’s patriotic-themed Concerts on the Canal July 4 from 5 – 9:30 p.m. The two-day INDYpendance Day Concert for Cancer is back on Georgia Street July 2 & 3 from 2 – 10 p.m. with headliners Ludacris, Awolnation, Kongos and more. On July 1, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will perform a one-night only concert Star Spangled Symphony at the Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State and The Doo! are playing at the Rathskeller Biergarten July 4. The Indianapolis City Market hosts Party of the Plaza July 4 from 7 – 11 p.m. complete with corn hole, checkers, sidewalk chalk and a great view of the Downtown fireworks.
IBE Summer Celebration
The Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration returns July 7 – 17. The 46th running of Summer Celebration includes business seminars, an employment fair, concerts and more. More than 80,000 attendees will take part in events at various locations Downtown, with most events taking place at the Indiana Convention Center. The FREE Music Heritage Festival takes place Friday, July 15 at American Legion. Music Heritage Festival II takes Place Saturday, July 16 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Downtown gets festive
There’s still time to enjoy some of Downtown Indy’s best summer festivals. Saturday, July 2 from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., the Taste of Indy will present an assortment of Asian, Soul, Greek, Mediterranean, Cajun, Hispanic and American food on Monument Circle. Tickets are $6 in advance or FREE for kids 6 and younger.
The Indy Criterium Bicycle Festival, taking place Saturday, July 9 starting at 9 a.m., offers cyclists a unique opportunity to race the city streets that they would rarely do otherwise. Families and bicyclists will also enjoy many of the activities taking place throughout the day including food and beer vendors, music, expo area, free community rides, free Kids Zone activities, BMX stunt shows, kids and juniors bicycle races and more. This festival is FREE to attend.
Step into the West at the Eiteljorg Museum’s West Fest on July 23 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. This festival is a family event featuring entertainers, animals, food and family fun. Tickets are included with museum admission.
On July 30 from 3 – 7 p.m., the Indiana Microbrewers Festival will showcase more than 100 breweries all in one location – Military Park. Tickets are $40 general admission, $60 for early bird entry and $10 designated driver.
Take in the sights and sounds of summer
Summer concerts are officially here and national and local artists alike will bring Downtown to life this summer. Two big names are coming Downtown this month. Coldplay performs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on July 20. Also at Bankers Life Fieldhouse – Twenty One Pilots on July 31.
Enjoy nine concerts at the Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park this month: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra July 1; “Weird Al” Yankovic July 7; Barenaked Ladies July 8; Sublime with Rome July 16; Peter Frampton & Gregg Allman July 20; WTTS Rock on the River with The Head and the Heart July 25; Bush and Chevelle July 26; Tedeschi Truck Band o July 27; and Halsey July 29.
The Indianapolis Zoo’s Zoolapalooza series continues for two more Friday nights: July 1 & 8. Another Zoo concert series – Animals and All That Jazz – kicks off July 7 and continues Thursday nights through Aug. 4.
Two big names are coming to the Cabaret: catch Rumer Willis July 22 &23 and John Pizzarelli & Jessica Molaskey July 29.
Cheer the Fever, join the Tribe
Catch one (or more) of the 15 Indianapolis Indians home games at Victory Field this month. On July 4, enjoy two firework shows following the games (the Indians’ own firework show plus the Donatos Downtown Freedom Blast). There are four chances to catch the Indiana Fever at home: July 1, 13, 15 & 19. The Indy Eleven play at IUPUI’s Michael A. Carroll Stadium July 9, 13 & 23.
Georgia Street action continues
Workout Wednesdays strengthened by Indiana University Health continue through the end of July on Georgia Street’s west block. Downtown Indy, Inc. partners with the YMCA to provide fun, all-levels hip hop classes weekly from noon – 12:45 p.m. New this year: Sunrise Yoga on the Canal in partnership with Invoke Studio takes place Wednesday mornings from 6 – 6:45 a.m. on the Vermont Street Plaza.
Downtown residents and workers are invited to wind down the week during Happy Hour Thursdays on Georgia Street. Every Thursday from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., enjoy music from RadioNow DJs, appetizers from the Severin Bar and domestic beers and craft brews. This event is free to attend, but everyone must be 21 or older.
Eat lunch alfresco on the Boardwalk and enjoy the sights and sounds of Downtown during Food Truck Fridays from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For more information, visit http://www.downtownindy.org/ or call 317-237-2222.
Reggie Wayne To Receive Key to City, July 17, 2015
Indiana Convention Center. AroundIndy.com staff photo, (c) 2012, all rights reserved.
Press Release
Indiana Black Expo
On May 26, 2015, Indiana Black Expo announced that former Indianapolis Colt Reggie Wayne will receive the Key to the City of Indianapolis from Mayor Greg Ballard during the Pacers Sports & Entertainment Corporate Luncheon presented by Indiana University.
The luncheon will take place on Friday, July 17, 2015, at 11 AM in Halls D and E of the Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Avenue, as part of the 45th Annual Summer Celebration.
“Reggie has given back to our community on and off the field, and I am thrilled to present him with the key to the city,” said Mayor Ballard. “From being a fan favorite throughout his years wearing the Colts jersey, to lending his time and energy to benefit countless good causes in Indianapolis, Reggie has been a role model to many.”
“We are excited about honoring Reggie Wayne and declaring the last weekend of Summer Celebration ‘Reggie Wayne Weekend,'” said Tanya Bell, IBE president & Chief Executive Officer. “Besides his greatness as one of the best NFL wide receivers and the stellar example he set for the Colts franchise, Reggie has done so much for our community and we want to make sure that the state of Indiana is provided with an opportunity to thank him for his contributions,” added Bell. “Reggie has always supported the mission of Indiana Black Expo and has invested significantly in our youth. IBE will be forever indebted to #87,” added Bell.
Wayne played college football for the University of Miami and was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the first round (30th overall) of the 2001 NFL Draft. He is a six-time Pro Bowl selection, and was a member of the Colts’ Super Bowl XLI championship team. He is currently sixth all-time in NFL receiving yards (leading all active players in both categories) and tied for 22nd all-time in career touchdown receptions.
The Corporate Luncheon is the largest luncheon in the state of Indiana with nearly 3,000 guests. Tickets of $60 each and tables for $600 are available at the IBE Box Office located at 3145 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, Indiana.
IBE will honor Reggie Wayne throughout Summer Celebration weekend. The full schedule of events will be published for the community.
A “Thank You Reggie” exhibit will be featured during the Cultural Arts Pavilion from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19. The community will also have an opportunity to sign a display and see Reggie Wayne during the Annual Amp Harris & Reggie Wayne Saving Our Youth Celebrity Basketball game on Saturday, July 18 at 6:00 PM in Hall J of the Indiana Convention Center.
For additional information, call 317-925-2702.
Things to do in Indianapolis, July 14-20, 2014
UniverSoul Circus at Lafayette Square Mall, July 15-20.
Photo provided by the circus and used with written permission.
15 Public Events in Indianapolis and Indiana
VERIFY ALL EVENT LISTINGS TO BE CERTAIN THEY WILL BE HELD AS SCHEDULED
- MON-SUN: 44th Annual Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration in Downtown Indianapolis
- THU-SAT: 77th Annual Mid-Summer Festival at St. Christopher Parish in Speedway
- SAT: Inaugural ‘Tenderloin Throwdown’ Competition in Greensburg
- SAT: Indy Eleven Pro Soccer at Michael Carroll Stadium at IUPUI
- FRI: Indiana Black Expo Music Heritage Festival I at American Legion Mall
- MON-SAT: Johnson County 4-H Fair in Franklin
- MON-SAT: 46th Annual Three Rivers Festival in Fort Wayne
- TUE-SUN: UniverSoul Circus at Lafayette Square Mall
- THU: 26th Annual WTHR Employment Opportunity Fair at the Indiana Convention Center
- SAT: 19th Annual Indiana Microbrewers Festival in Broad Ripple
- TUE, THU: Indiana Fever WNBA Basketball at Bankers Life Fieldhouse
- MON-SAT: Circus City Festival in Peru
- MON-SAT: Hendricks County 4-H Fair in Danville
- SAT: Anthony Hamilton in Concert at Bankers Life Fieldhouse
- WED: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Live at Holliday Park
To see thousands of upcoming event listings and things to do in Indianapolis and Indiana, visit our main Web site at http://aroundindy.com/, or visit the mobile version on your smartphone or tablet PC at http://aroundindy.com/mobile. Thank you for using AroundIndy.com as your #1 source for things to do around Indy!
Things to do in Indianapolis, July 7-13, 2014
Indiana Black Expo, Indiana Convention Center, July 10-20.
AroundIndy.com staff photo, (c) 2012, all rights reserved.
15 Public Events in Indianapolis and Indiana
VERIFY ALL EVENT LISTINGS TO BE CERTAIN THEY WILL BE HELD AS SCHEDULED
- THU-SUN:44th Annual Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration in Downtown Indianapolis
- SUN:The O’Jays in Concert at the Carmel Palladium
- TUE:Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Live at Ellenberger Park
- WED:Fall Out Boy and Paramore in Concert at Klipsch Music Center
- MON-SUN:162nd Delaware County Fair in Muncie
- SAT-SUN:Circus City Festival in Peru
- SAT:5th Annual Indiana Bastille Day Celebration in Fortville
- FRI-SUN:National Down Syndrome Congress & Convention at the JW Marriott Hotel
- MON-SUN:Indianapolis Indians Baseball at Victory Field
- THU:‘Animals and All That Jazz’ at the Indianapolis Zoo
- SAT:Rick Springfield at the Old National Centre
- TUE-SAT:90th Annual Hoosier Salon Exhibition at the Indiana History Center
- THU, SAT:Indiana Fever WNBA Basketball at Bankers Life Fieldhouse
- FRI:Food Truck Friday on Georgia Street in Downtown Indianapolis
- FRI-SAT:Lapel Village Fair in Madison County
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