Happy Holidays! I consider Speedway, Indiana one of my most favorite spots around town. I was lucky enough to spend a year after college living in Speedway with one of my close friends (YAY! She’s now getting married to the person she met while living there!!) ANYWAY.. living in Speedway truly made me appreciate everything it has to offer. I spent many summer nights at Big Woods, playing their Giant Jenga and drinking way too many 10th On Main beers. I also celebrated the Greatest Spectacle in Racing the ENTIRE month of May… both years. It was amazing! I have some of my greatest memories of living in Speedway during the month of May. So, why am I talking about Speedway in December?
I’m talking about the Greatest Spectacle in all Holiday Lights! Lights at the Brickyard is open and the lights are bright as can be. The 3-mile drive is filled with fairytale characters, Santa in his own car, and Frosty sledding down the bleachers. I’m not an expert on holiday lights, but I will say they’ve made a pretty epic 30-minute drive through the IMS grounds. Might I add, you also drive over the bricks instead of kissing them at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Let’s be honest, no one wants to kiss bricks when it’s 20 degrees out.
Plan a night in Speedway, then head over to the IMS to Lights at the Brickyard!
I’ve added a few dinner/drink ideas for you, and my favorites at each spot. Enjoy!
Dawson’s On Main – Wedge Salad, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, or The Wheeler Pizza
Tacos and Tequila – Tortas (no meat)
Big Woods – Pulled Pork Nachos with 10th On Main Beer
1911 Grill – Tater Kegs
Yogulatte – they serve coffee // lattes // hot chocolate AND froyo … get a treat after dinner for Lights at the Brickyard
I hope you enjoy your visit to Speedway and Lights at the Brickyard! #IMSLights
Cheers,
Meg
