Indianapolis Attractions and Local Information
Weather in Indy
Early forecasts predict that the weather during the conference week will hover around 51-67°F, with limited chance of rain. Meeting room temperatures tend to vary. Please bring a light sweater or jacket to all meetings.
Getting Around Indy
After sessions conclude, we encourage you to explore all that Indianapolis has to offer. While many attendees are choosing to drive in this year, there is also a thriving bus network you can use to navigate the city.
System Map and Routes
Trip Planner
Attractions
Indianapolis, the "Crossroads of America," is home to much more than the Indy 500, and we encourage you to explore the city's thriving cultural, culinary, and eclectic scenes throughout the conference week!
Near the Conference
ASBH's conference is located right in the heart of downtown, and the hotel is surrounded by exciting activities just a stone's throw away!
- Indiana State Museum
- White River State Park
- White River Gardens and Indianapolis Zoo
- Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians
- Indiana Historical Society
- Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
- Victory Field
- Lucas Oil Stadium - The Indianapolis Colts will play a home game on Sunday the 18th!
- Soldiers & Sailors Monument
- Hilbert Circle Theater
October Events
Indianapolis is always bustling with exciting events and local attractions. We’ve included a small sample of the ongoing events below, but you can access a full calendar here!
- Dia De Muertos Exhibit
- Freedom's Framework
- Harvest Nights
- Headless Horseman Festival
- Hoosier Art Salon
- Hoosier Voices from Vietnam
- Indy Scream Park
- Mind Tripping Show
- Zoo Boo
- Slippery Noodle Blues Jam (Oct 14)
- Into the Music: Mahler Symphony No. 1 (Oct 15)
- World Food Championship (Oct 15-18)
- Haunted Indianapolis Downtown Ghost Walk (Oct 16)
- Manufacturers Cup Drag Racing Series (Oct 16-18)
- Delaware Street Spooky Tour (Oct 17)
- Downtown Fall Fest (Oct 17)
- Halloween Fest at Lucas Oil Racing Park (Oct 17)
- Heritage Tour (Oct 17)
- Indianapolis Colts vs. Tennessee Titans (Oct 18)
Eating in Indy
Perhaps most famous for the historic St. Elmo Steak House, Indianapolis is also home to wide array of cuisines, local restaurants, and acclaimed breweries!
Take a Bite Out of Circle City!
Restaurants Near the Conference Hotel
Eating at the JW Marriott Indianapolis
The following hotel restaurants will be open for the following hours during the conference. For menus and more information, visit the hotel's website.
Dean's Steak and Seafood
Mon - Thu: 5 PM - 10 PM
Fri - Sat: 5 PM - 11 PM
Sun: 5 PM - 9 PM
High Velocity
Mon - Thu: 6:30 AM - 12 AM
Fri - Sat: 7 AM - 1 AM
Sun: 7 AM - 12 AM
Starbucks
Breakfast Buffet
Daily 6:30 AM - 4 PM
Loaf + Vine Market
Breakfast Buffet
Daily 6:30 AM - 11 PM
Lobby Bar
Mon - Thu: 4 PM - 11 PM
Fri - Sat: 4 PM - 12 AM
Sun: 4 PM - 10 PM