Indy here I come baby. Start your engines!!
Tomorrow, July 25th, I will be setting off for a trip to Indianapolis to see the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, a NASCAR Sprint Cup race at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Prior to the race, I have the pleasure of going into the pits. Beginning not to long ago in 1994, this race has quickly become one of the most famous races of the NASCAR schedule becoming NASCAR’s most attended event with about 250,00 people attending annually. Because of this, I am personally going to see the race for myself to see if it warrants being added to the, “Top 100 Sporting Events You Must See Live,” list. Without question, this event has only added to the amazing sport tradition in Indianapolis, which I have ranked as the 2nd greatest sport city in the country.
Besides for just attending the race, I have a busy itinerary planned so that I can experience Indianapolis and will therefore be able to provide even more tips as to where to go, where to eat, and what to see when attending a sporting event there. On my travel plans include checking out two of the best and most famous restaurants in Indianapolis, R Bistro and St. Elmo Steak House. R Bistro is known for its use of fresh ingredients from local farmers and St. Elmo Steak House, a landmark in Indianapolis since 1902, boasts the largest wine cellar in Indiana and its finest steaks. I also plan on visiting The Slippery Noodle Inn, the oldest bar in Indiana where they have live blues music seven days a week.
Before stepping foot at the Indianapolis Race Way or one of these two very famous restaurants, I will be holding a book signing in downtown Indianapolis at Borders Downtown from 4-6 p.m. I encourage everyone to go to get their copy of, “100 Sporting Event You Must See Live,” and “Young Guns,” books signed and/or to meet me and discuss the books.
Wrapping up my trip, I will be taking a tour of Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts. Making its grand opening in August of 2008, this retractable roof stadium is a field house unlike any other. It is scheduled to host the 2010 men’s Final Four and then the Super Bowl in 2012.
I am extremely excited for my jam packed trip this weekend and I can’t wait to come back and be able to provide further tips on attending one of the many outstanding sporting events held in Indianapolis.
