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April 10, 2023
Carissa Galloway to Serve as the First Ever Female Announcer of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon on May 6
Galloway is the first female announcer in the race’s 47-year history The 500 Festival today announces that Carissa Galloway will serve as the announcer at the 2023 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and the Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K. Galloway will encourage participants as they near the start line in anticipation and serve as additional support …
Read MoreApril 7, 2023
OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Named Best Half Marathon by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
The OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon has been named Best Half Marathon in the 2023 edition of the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. “The readers of America’s most widely circulated newspaper have spoken and we’re happy to agree – there’s nothing quite like the tradition, emotion, and excitement of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon,” …
Read MoreApril 4, 2023
500 Festival Seeking Volunteers for Month of May Events
Volunteers needed to fuel iconic Indianapolis traditions, programs, and events The 500 Festival is seeking thousands of volunteers to fill positions as part of the 2023 500 Festival Volunteer Program, presented by Citizens Energy Group. The 500 Festival invites individuals and groups to be part of the behind-the-scenes action of the Month of May by …
Read MoreMarch 21, 2023
Tickets on Sale for the 2023 AES 500 Festival Parade & Frank Shorter Announced as Grand Marshal
Race Weekend’s Biggest Celebration Prior to the Race Welcomes Fans to Celebrate May The 500 Festival today announces that tickets are now on sale to the public for the 2023 AES 500 Festival Parade. Parade tickets can be purchased online at 500festival.com/tickets. Tickets start at just $25 and include reserved seating. Proceeds from all 500 …
Read MoreMarch 15, 2023
500 Festival Announces New Hires and Staff Promotions
The 500 Festival today announces the following promotions and staff additions: Diana Richardson has been hired as Executive Assistant. Richardson works to support the 500 Festival’s president and CEO, senior vice president of administration, the 500 Festival Board of Directors, and the 500 Festival Foundation. She is also responsible for assisting with office management, event …
Read MoreMarch 8, 2023
Hoosier Youth Invited to Welcome the Month of May with the Kickoff to May Coloring Contest, presented by STAR Bank
Children ages 12 and under may enter to win a $500 scholarship, courtesy of STAR Bank INDIANAPOLIS (March 8, 2023) – The 500 Festival and STAR Financial Bank today announced the launch of the 2023 Kickoff to May Coloring Contest. Children ages 12 and under are invited to enter the contest. The coloring sheet …
Read MoreMarch 7, 2023
Tickets on Sale for the 2023 500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc.
Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the 2023 500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc. This time-honored tradition will take place on Saturday, May 20, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the Gallagher Pavilion. Tickets may be purchased online at 500Festival.com/Breakfast. Proceeds from all 500 Festival ticketed …
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2023
33 Indiana Women Selected as 500 Festival Princesses
500 Festival Princess will lead and serve their communities, expanding the celebration and impact of the 500 Festival The 500 Festival today announces the 33 Indiana women selected to serve as 2023 500 Festival Princesses. The Princesses represent 19 Indiana colleges and universities and 21 cities and towns across the state. With a cumulative …
Read MoreFebruary 16, 2023
Registration Open for the 2023 Salesforce & JPMorgan Chase 500 Festival Rookie Run
Kids Invited to Experience the Fun of Fitness Registration is now open for the 2023 Salesforce & JPMorgan Chase 500 Festival Rookie Run, which will take place on Sunday, May 14, from 12:30-2:30 pm in downtown Indianapolis. Children ages 3-10 are invited to get active and participate in a non-competitive fun run. The Rookie Run …
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2023
500 Festival Announces Theme for 2023 AES 500 Festival Parade: Fueling May
The 500 Festival today announces the theme for the 2023 AES 500 Festival Parade: Fueling May. The AES 500 Festival Parade will take place on Saturday, May 27, in downtown Indianapolis, the day before the 107th Running of the Indianapolis 500. One of the 500 Festival’s original events, the AES 500 Festival Parade is …
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