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Blue Ribbon Pavilion is a premier multi-purpose exhibit space located at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center in Indianapolis. With a 69,000 square feet footprint and a main floor seating capacity of 5,514 for events, it’s a versatile venue for livestock shows, consumer and trade shows, sports events, and exhibitions. The pavilion can be expanded by connecting to the Ball State University Champions Pavilion via enclosed walkways, enabling larger gatherings. Whether you’re planning an agricultural expo, a marketplace, or a large performance, you’ve got a reliable partner in Blue Ribbon Pavilion.
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Located at 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205, Blue Ribbon Pavilion benefits from on-site parking with thousands of spaces and a modest facility fee per vehicle. ADA parking is available, and main entrances are Gate 1 (38th Street) and Gate 2 (42nd Street). IndyGo Routes 4 and 39 provide convenient public transit access to the Indiana State Fairgrounds, making it easy to reach events without a car. Nearby hotels and dining options offer comfort and convenience for out-of-town guests; favorites include JW Marriott Indianapolis, Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown, and Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown. For a dependable, straightforward ticket buying experience—like having a friend in the business—we’ve got you covered.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and address: Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205.
- Venue type and size: Blue Ribbon Pavilion is a 69,000 sq ft, multi-purpose exhibit space; Main Floor seated capacity is 5,514 for events.
- Notable uses and connectivity: used for livestock shows, consumer/exhibit/sport/trade shows, and can be expanded by connecting to the Ball State University Champions Pavilion via enclosed walkways.
- Parking: on-site parking with thousands of spaces; typical events charge a $10 facility fee per vehicle; ADA parking available; main entrances Gate 1 (38th St) and Gate 2 (42nd St).
- Transit: IndyGo public transit serves the site; Routes 4 and 39 provide service to the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
- Nearby hotels: JW Marriott Indianapolis, Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown, and Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown are among nearby options.
- Notable events hosted: Sweetheart Classic (hosted at Blue Ribbon Pavilion); Greater Indianapolis Garage Sale and Marketplace; 4-H and other agricultural events.
- Renaming history: the pavilion was re-branded as Elements Financial Blue Ribbon Pavilion during a 2015 sponsorship period; current official materials refer to it as Blue Ribbon Pavilion.