Opening Indianapolis: Attractions Announcing Plans to Re-Open

The light at the end of the shutdown tunnel seems to be in view.

We’ve lost count of how many days Indianapolis has been more or less closed. But as Governor Holcomb begins to ease stay-at-home restrictions through the Back on Track plan, many local attractions are starting to announce their plans to re-open.

Please note that even though places are opening back up, certain restrictions will most likely still be in place, so be sure to look into the details before planning your visit!

We will continue to update this information as more details become available.

Attractions Opening Around Indianapolis:

Monon Community Center & Carmel Parks

1195 Central Park Dr W, Carmel
(317) 848-7275

Open: May 24, The waterpark is expected to open on June 14. Read More

Monon Community Center
The Monon Community Center will reopen on May 24 or when Hamilton County enters Stage 3 of the state’s reopening plan, whichever is later. Initially, the facility will only be open by reservation for existing paid members age 15 and above. No new memberships or day passes will be sold until after July 4. Fitness equipment has been spread throughout the west building, including on the indoor track, and a limited schedule of group fitness classes will be offered in the gymnasium, all to promote physical distancing between visitors.

Parks, Playgrounds, Splash Pads + Restrooms
Playgrounds, splash pads, and restrooms will open on May 24 in all CCPR parks and along the Monon Greenway, consistent with the state’s guidelines. The skate park and membership-based dog park, both located in Central Park, will also reopen on this date. CCPR will work closely with the City of Carmel to determine the appropriate time to reopen Midtown Plaza and the Monon Greenway between Main Street and Gradle Drive, although this is not anticipated to occur before Memorial Day.

The Waterpark
The Waterpark is expected to open on June 14 at no greater than 50 percent capacity, as required under the state’s reopening plan. Lounge chairs will not be provided by CCPR this summer, but visitors are welcome to bring their own folding chairs. Visitors are encouraged to bring credit cards to minimize the use of cash.

Topgolf Fishers

9200 E 116th St, Fishers
(765) 212-3488

Open: Now!

Topgolf is implementing new measures around Guest and Associate health and safety, and working with state and local health officials to ensure they are following reopening guidelines. CLICK HERE to read more.

Tibbs Drive Inn

480 South Tibbs Avenue, Indianapolis
(317) 243-6666

Open: Open Friday-Sunday

Now through May 15, purchase discount tickets that can be used for the entire 2020 season. CLICK HERE to purchase.

Birdies Miniature Golf

632 E State Rd 32, Westfield
(317) 450-3202

Open: Now!

Greenwood Community Center

100 Surina Way, Greenwood
(317) 881-4545

Open: May 24. Read More.

  • Playgrounds, tennis courts, basketball courts, pickleball courts, skate parks and softball diamonds scheduled to open May 24
  • Greenwood Community Center opening scheduled for May 24 for members only
    • Maximum capacity – 100 people
    • Kid City remains closed until at least July 6
    • Access limited to front entry
    • Fitness Equipment allocated per social distancing guidelines
    • No adult/youth programs
    • Drinking fountains not in use (bottle fillers only)
    • Locker rooms/showers closed
    • Courts open for shoot around only; no game play allowed; visitors must bring their own ball

Indianapolis Art Center

820 E 67th St, Indianapolis
(317) 255-2464

Open: June 14

The Indianapolis Art Center will reopen to the public on June 14 at 50% capacity. The Library Coffee Bar will also reopen on June 14. On July 4, the entire building will reopen. 

Woodland Bowl

3421 E 96th St, Indianapolis

(317) 844-4099

Open: June 14

Woodland Bowl is tentatively scheduled to open on June 14. New policies include a limit of 6 per lane and leaving every other lane between groups open. CLICK HERE to read more of Woodland Bowls’ safety measures.

Attractions Opening Around the State:

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari

452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus
812-937-4401

Open: June 14. Read more.

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safair plan to open their doors on June 14. They are going to have hand sanitizer readily available all over the park, and may ask your patience while they sanitize our rides. They’ve stated they are likely to limit park attendance and will be releasing more details as they get closer to opening day.

Jellystone Park

9396 S. Strain Ridge Rd, Bloomington
812-824-3322

Open: May 24. Read more.

Jellystone is planning to open their campgrounds on May 24 with additional social distancing guidelines in place.

Marengo Cave

400 East State Road 64, Marengo, IN
812-365-2705

Open: Open now!

Marengo Cave will be limiting each tour to a maximum of 15 guests per tour. Employees will be wearing masks, and guests will be encouraged to do the same. The gift shop will be limited to 50% of our capacity (around 40 people). Hand sanitizer pumps will be available for use.

Squire Boone Caverns

100 Squire Boone Rd SW, Mauckport, IN
(812) 732-4381

Open: Open now! 

Each tour will be limited to allow effective physical distancing between each family group. Because tour sizes will be smaller, if you’d like to tour at a specific time, please call ahead to schedule your tour: 812-732-4381 or 888-934-1804. A dedicated cleaning and sanitation crew has been established to clean and disinfect all high touch surfaces throughout the park. Complimentary hand sanitizer will be available for guests to use throughout the park. All staff will wear face coverings and will have their temperatures checked before reporting to work. Guests are also encouraged to wear face coverings. Other protocols will include capacity limits to the retail shops. These measures along with increases to queue line spacing will allow guests to enjoy the park and maintain safe distancing while on the property.

Fort Wayne Zoo

3411 Sherman Blvd, Fort Wayne

260-427-6800

Open: June 14 for members, July 4 for public

Timed tickets will be required for entry. Timed tickets for members only will expedite entrance lines, encourage appropriate social distancing and allow the Zoo to follow Governor Holcomb’s orders to operate at half capacity.

 

 

We will continue to update this information as more details become available.

 

 

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