The 500 Festival Kickoff to May, presented by STAR Bank, marks the official start of the greatest month in Indiana and begins the countdown to the Indy 500. Join us at Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis for an exciting day filled with festivities! We’ll welcome the spirit of May alongside community members, the 500 Festival Board of Directors, the 500 Festival Princesses, race fans, and possibly some surprise guests. At this event, you can pick up prizes from exhibitors, take photos with the 2025 Festival Cars, and enjoy much more. Kick off May with us on Wednesday, April 30, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. To learn more, visit: 500festival.com/kickoff.