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Top 10: Tips to Get the Full U.S. Nationals Experience

Posted on August 2, 2017 at 04:00 PM by Eric Ivie

The National Hot Rod Association ( NHRA ) brings its crown jewel event -- the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals -- to Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg from Aug. 30 through Sept. 4 , and when those dragsters come thundering into Hendricks County , ... read more
Tags:  U.S. Nationals,  drag racing,  things to do,  Summer Picks,  summer,  Labor Day Weekend,  family fun,  Pit Stop BBQ,  NHRA,  Lucas Oil Raceway
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports,  sports

Lucas Oil Raceway Announces 2017 Schedule

Posted on February 28, 2017 at 09:00 AM by Crystal Paschal

Spring means all kinds of great things in Central Indiana, but one of my favorites is the return of racing to Hendricks County. The 2017 season at Lucas Oil Raceway kicks off soon, and there's a great mix of everyone's favorite events and ... read more
Tags:  drag racing,  USAC,  U.S. Nationals,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  cars,  NHRA,  live music,  oval racing,  Slamology,  things to do
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  motorsports,  family

The Secret to Using All Your Vacation Days This Year

Posted on January 31, 2017 at 08:00 AM by Jaime Bohler Smith

Study after study has proven that downtime has real benefits , and while the majority of Americans believe strongly in the value of time off , we continue to leave unused vacation days on the table. Here at Visit Hendricks County we get to help ... read more
Tags:  U.S. Nationals,  Natural Valley Ranch,  horseback riding,  Splash Island,  Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail,  Lucas Oil Raceway
Posted In:  how we can help

Top Hendricks County Events in 2017

Posted on January 5, 2017 at 11:00 AM by Crystal Paschal

The holidays are over, my kids are back at school, and I'm ready to face another year! 2016 was a great year in Hendricks County, and 2017 promises to be even better. What can you look forward to in 2017? Well, get your calendars ready because ... read more
Tags:  Amo Fish Fry,  Avon Balloon Glow,  Beasley's Orchard,  children's activities,  Christmas on the Square,  drag racing,  Ellis Park,  family fun,  festival,  Hargrave Hall,  Hendricks County 4-H Fair,  Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds,  Heartland Apple Festival,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  Maple Syrup Days,  Mayberry in the Midwest,  McCloud Nature Park,  National Powwow,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals,  Winterland
Posted In:  Amo,  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  family,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  recreation

Labor Day Weekend Primer

Posted on August 31, 2016 at 08:30 AM by Kelly Wallace

Car and racing enthusiasts especially have a lot to look forward to this weekend in Hendricks County, but there is so much more going on. Labor Day Weekend may arguably be the busiest weekend in Hendricks County all year, so let's get to it. The ... read more
Tags:  drag racing,  U.S. Nationals,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  cars,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  McCloud Nature Park,  First Friday Cruise-In,  farmers market,  Sodalis Nature Park,  things to do,  weekend activities,  Labor Day Weekend,  family fun,  children's activities
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  motorsports,  North Salem,  recreation

U.S. Nationals Provides Exhilarating Experience on Labor Day Weekend

Posted on August 23, 2016 at 01:00 AM by Eric Ivie

The 62nd Annual Chevrolet Performance NHRA U.S. Nationals roar into Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg over Labor Day weekend, and as drag racing fans from all over the world prepare to visit Hendricks County for the crown jewel of the National Hot Rod ... read more
Tags:  U.S. Nationals,  drag racing,  things to do,  summer,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  Summer Picks
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports

Top 10: Hendricks County Summer Events

Posted on May 2, 2016 at 08:58 AM by Crystal Paschal

It’s hard to believe, but summer is right around the corner. I am excited about warmer weather, travel and more time with my family. I’m also looking forward to all of the fun events summer brings. You might even say that I LOVE them as ... read more
Tags:  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  family fun,  Night Before the 500,  Amo Fish Fry,  Slamology,  cars,  U.S. Nationals,  Hot Blown Glass,  Glass Artists in Action,  live music,  food,  Rib-Fest,  Festival of the Arts,  Hendricks County 4-H Fair,  parade
Posted In:  Amo,  arts & culture,  Brownsburg,  Coatesville,  Danville,  events,  family,  motorsports,  North Salem,  Clayton

What You Need To Know About Lucas Oil Raceway in 2016

Posted on March 14, 2016 at 01:55 AM by Crystal Paschal

Spring is almost here, and that means another season of racing is about to kick off at Lucas Oil Raceway. Taking my family to see a race is one of my favorite things to do in Hendricks County, and I'm excited for another year of racing to begin. ... read more
Tags:  Lucas Oil Raceway,  drag racing,  oval racing,  NHRA,  Night Before the 500,  USAC,  U.S. Nationals
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  motorsports,  family,  sports

16 Can't-Miss Hendricks County Events in 2016

Posted on January 31, 2016 at 06:58 PM by Josh Duke

Do you have your calendars ready? I have narrowed down the hundreds of events that will happen in Hendricks County this year into a Top 16 for 2016, which was no easy task. I wanted to provide a good mix of activities as well as incorporating both ... read more
Tags:  art,  Beasley's Orchard,  Bicentennial,  Christmas on the Square,  Christmas Under the Stars,  family fun,  festival,  Gingerbread Christmas,  Heartland Apple Festival,  Hendricks County 4-H Fair,  Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds,  Hendricks County Courthouse Square,  holidays,  Hot Blown Glass,  Maple Syrup Days,  Mayberry in the Midwest,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  parade,  Rib-Fest,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals
Posted In:  Amo,  arts & culture,  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Coatesville,  Danville,  events,  fall activities,  family,  holidays,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  shopping,  sports

Top 10: Things to Know About Hendricks County

Posted on January 4, 2016 at 06:55 PM by Eric Ivie

As you may already be aware, Indiana is celebrating its bicentennial this year! On Dec. 11, 1816, Indiana became the 19th state in the union, and 200 years later, we're celebrating the bicentennial by honoring our Hoosier heritage and history ... read more
Tags:  Amo Pizza Shop,  Avon Gardens,  Avon Town Hall Park,  Beehive,  Bicentennial,  Chateau Thomas Winery,  First Friday Cruise-In,  Gallery on the Square,  Hendricks County Historical Museum,  horseback riding,  Hummel Park,  Lizton Dairy Bar,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  Mayberry in the Midwest,  McCloud Nature Park,  Melissa Cain Art Studio,  Night Before the 500,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  Oasis Diner,  Perillo's Pizzeria,  Pit Stop BBQ,  Pittsboro One Room School,  rail trail,  Royal Theater,  Sodalis Nature Park,  Splash Island,  The Shops at Perry Crossing,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals,  Vandalia Trail,  Washington Township Park
Posted In:  Amo,  arts & culture,  attractions,  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Clayton,  Coatesville,  Danville,  events,  family,  group travel,  hikes & bikes,  history & education,  hotel,  Lizton,  motorsports,  North Salem,  Pittsboro,  Plainfield,  recreation,  restaurant,  rural routes to main street,  shopping,  sports,  Stilesville,  top 10
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