Tailgating and bars in Indianapolis tomorrow
Adding to the immense number of posts since Saturday I was hoping we could discuss tailgating and bar options in Indy.
·Homesure Lending is having a tailgate southwest of the stadium.
·U-M Club of Indianapolis at O'Reilly's (36 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis 46204) and its neighboring adjacent bars, Coaches Tavern (next door) and Pearl Street Pizza (65 E. Pearl St.).
·Tail Greater Party on Georgia Street
https://www.indianasportscorp.org/events/tail-greater-party-on-georgia-street
I have heard word of mouth that WTKA is going to be broadcasting from Indy, but I’m not sure where. In addition, Seth had mentioned on the Podcast Monday that he thought Marlin Jackson might have a tailgate as well. A google search has yielded nothing on the last two. If you have any knowledge of said events or others including any go to bars please share them with the board. I hope to get to see many of you there and even if you don't have a ticket come and celebrate.
December 3rd, 2021 at 12:23 PM ^
WTKA will be at the Slippery Noodle - easy walk to Lucas Oil stadium. 372 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
December 3rd, 2021 at 12:30 PM ^
Pretty sure that is a finalist for greatest bar name ever
December 3rd, 2021 at 12:48 PM ^
tailgating and the Slippery Noodle...... damn...so many possibilities...
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:50 PM ^
Yup, this is me as well. I've had BTN on in the background as they are replaying Michigan and Iowa games today.
December 3rd, 2021 at 12:52 PM ^
I'll be in Indy, and I'm wearing exactly what I wore to the OSU game.
Yes, I'm doing my part to bring home another victory.
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:07 PM ^
You wore Ally McBeal pajamas with sheep on them too?
December 3rd, 2021 at 3:05 PM ^
Oh I’m wearing exactly what I wore down to my underwear. The thermals & long johns I had on for OSU will have me sweating like a mofo in an indoor temp controlled stadium but fuck it. Anything for the W. Go Blue!
December 3rd, 2021 at 5:11 PM ^
Reading this post makes me so happy (knowing that I'm not the only person out there taking the same approach). Did my 2003 student ticket shirt bring us good luck? I'm not sure, but I'm not willing to risk it.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:16 PM ^
Anyone with knowledge, do you think there will be any open bars/seats if we show up in Indy around 4pm? Never been before so I'm not sure what the city atmosphere will be like...
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:46 PM ^
Doubtful, but also depends on the weather. If it is decent out, there is usually a few blocks blocked off by the B1G and Fox to do a lot of pre game festivities, a little more family focused, but if it is nice out that could draw more people outside.
You may be wall-to-wall in bars/restaurants.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:49 PM ^
Looks like it'll be sunny and high of 50 during the day, probably in the 30s close to game time.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:49 PM ^
Georgia Street is basically set up for outdoor events like this, it should be closed to traffic and should have various vendors/bars set up in the area.
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:03 PM ^
Probably not.
My group (around 12 people) called around for reservations and even offered up a minimum purchase guarantee (around $2,500) and no place would take the reservation. They said "first come, first serve"
December 3rd, 2021 at 4:29 PM ^
Yeah, that's my fear and there's only four of us. Thanks for the feedback, everyone!
December 3rd, 2021 at 8:46 PM ^
If you have trouble getting a spot at the “downtown” bars (my guess is Reilly’s and coaches will be packed, same for Georgia St. / S Meridian bars) you can slide up to Mass Ave (0.75 mile NE from downtown) and shouldn’t have trouble finding a spot for 4.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:36 PM ^
At O'Reilly's now and some Michigan fans drinking with us. Had several Ohio fans talking shit and pulling for Iowa. Definitely more Iowa fans walking around then Michigan fans so far today.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:46 PM ^
I'm sure all the OSU players sitting on their couches tomorrow watching will be pulling for Iowa too
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:47 PM ^
Oh that will change. There will be a wave of maize and blue hitting that city tomorrow.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:49 PM ^
The corn harvest just ended, so many Iowans have a lot more free time on their hands.
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:00 PM ^
I just read that in a Norm McDonald voice and almost spit up my milk.
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:15 PM ^
ohio fans talking shit...... what a bunch of losers.....
December 3rd, 2021 at 3:29 PM ^
I work for Fedex Express here in Indiana. Have no worries I saw nothing but Michigan license plate after license plate headed south on 69 towards Indy just a little bit ago. Michigan fans will be out tonight.
December 3rd, 2021 at 9:07 PM ^
What do you do for the express side? I also work there too.
December 4th, 2021 at 3:30 PM ^
sorry just saw this, I’m a Swing driver out of MIEA…you?
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:49 PM ^
FYI: I just did a quick search on travel websites and hotel rooms are opening up a bit. I see some in the Indy vicinity and some about 50 minutes away.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:55 PM ^
Check out Hotwire. 3 start college park area for 114 or 369 for 3.5 star downtown. Not that bad.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:54 PM ^
Btw, looks like hotels are starting to open up in downtown and other parts of the city.
December 3rd, 2021 at 1:57 PM ^
Anyone else going to be in Brighton at the Legacy Center for their kids basketball Tournament? Or am I the only one? Games are 3,4 and 6, couldn't be any worse. Anyone in that area go to a specific bar?
December 3rd, 2021 at 2:56 PM ^
Kilroy's was great before the elite 8 game last March. Wasn't great after but we still went. Legendary Bloomington bar with a location a few blocks from Lucas Oil. Highly reccomend the Waterlong
December 3rd, 2021 at 4:29 PM ^
Marlin is part of tonight's paid event.
https://bullseyeeventgroup.com/big-10-championship-weekend/
December 3rd, 2021 at 4:47 PM ^
Ohio State fans having a wedding at the Omni, thought they'd be going to the game tomorrow. ??
December 3rd, 2021 at 4:48 PM ^
I suppose technically, no one said they couldn't go...
HAIL.
December 3rd, 2021 at 5:24 PM ^
My brother and cousin are going to the game. I was insanely jealous. Now I find out they scored reservations at St. Elmo's. Nothing like a belly shrimp cocktails and steak for a pre-game menu.
December 3rd, 2021 at 8:50 PM ^
Shifting gears a bit, what’s the status on Uber/Lyft. Are they abundant or are the wait times long?
December 4th, 2021 at 1:40 AM ^
Game time surge pricing is gonna be $$$$
December 4th, 2021 at 1:40 AM ^
Game time surge pricing is gonna be $$$$
November 29th, 2022 at 7:06 PM ^
I'd love to see a 2022 update on this post?