Indiana government, sports leaders kick off Indy 500 celebrations

Indiana government and sporting leaders gathered on Wednesday — along with a crowd of excited Hoosiers and lively mascots — to kick off "Month of May" festivities for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500.

By: Leslie Bonilla Muñiz

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 370

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Indiana government and sporting leaders gathered on Wednesday — along with a crowd of excited Hoosiers and lively mascots — to kick off “Month of May” festivities for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500.

The automobile race is held over Memorial Day weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

“This is the best time of year here in Indianapolis,” said Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, speaking on the steps of Monument Circle. “This month is a …

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