Indianapolis Zoo
Easley Winery
Harry & Izzy’s
NCAA Museum
- Attendees can get up close and personal—and actually touch—docile dog sharks at “Oceans,” the Indianapolis Zoo’s newest exhibit. This $9.5 million exhibit features a shark touch tank as its highlight, and meeting planners can book this more than 3,000-square-foot space (max. cap. 300) for events. A zoo naturalist is on-hand to educate attendees about the sharks, polar bears and penguins. Groups can also sign up for a dolphin in-water program to interact with the dolphins. www.indianapoliszoo.com
Easley Winery
- The family-owned Easley Winery—a stop on the Indy Wine Trail—offers its Arbor Room (max. cap. 80), featuring picture windows looking out into the winery’s fermentation room. Planners can incorporate tastings, tours of the winery and wine making classes into special events or meetings for up to 125. www.easleywine.com
Harry & Izzy’s
- Peyton Manning’s on a roll. First he’s the Super Bowl MVP and now he’s a part-owner of one of the hottest spots in town. An affiliate of Indianapolis’ landmark St. Elmo Steak House, Harry & Izzy’s (max. cap. from 20-100 in three rooms, with full audiovisual) offers a relaxed dining atmosphere with high-quality steaks and Elmo’s famed shrimp cocktail. I think Peyton owes poor Rex Grossman a stiff drink. www.harryandizzys.com
NCAA Museum
- Within walking distance of the Indiana Convention Center, the NCAA Hall of Champions showcases memorabilia and tributes to former student-athletes in 23 sports. The museum (max. cap. 500, not including outdoor space) offers 25,000 square feet of exhibits, including a 1930s-era gym where guests can shoot hoops. On-site catering is available. www.ncaa.org/hall_of_champions