Plan Your Visit
Park/Trail Closures
Saturday, August 15
Celebration Plaza and Celebration Plaza Amphitheater will be closed to the public.
The east end of the Old Washington Street Bridge will be closed. Guests will be able to walk on the bridge/view the river. However, the bridge will be closed to thru traffic. Please use the New York St. or Washington St. bridges to cross the river.
All spaces will reopen on Sunday, Aug. 16.
Parking Rates
$10- 2 hours
$15 – 2-3 hours
$20 – 3-6 hours
$25 – 6-10 hours
$30 – 10-24 hours
$40 – Lost Ticket
Rates may change for special events
Greenspaces
White River State Park has some of the city’s most relaxing and tranquil green spaces, including Celebration Plaza, The Celebration Plaza Amphitheatre, Historic Military Park at White River State Park, State Museum Lawn, Old Washington Street Bridge, Bison Plaza, Children’s Maze, Locust Grove, The Oval, Promenade Amphitheatre, Pumphouse Island and the Waterfront Pavilion. Each space is uniquely different.
Where to Stay
White River State park is in the backyard of some of the best hotels in the city. Finding the perfect place to stay is important to enjoying your time in Indianapolis. Alongside our partners at Visit Indy, we have provided a link to find the hotel that is right for you.
Canal
The Canal Walk runs through White River State Park from the White River to West Street and then north to 10th Street. The Canal Walk’s 3-mile loop is a popular urban destination for locals and visitors alike. The waterfront is dotted with White River State Park attractions, pedal boat and gondola rentals, bicycle and surrey rentals, and restaurants.
If you’re interested in renting the Canal for a special event, White River State Park can help you book the portion of the Canal from White River to West Street and direct you to the additional contacts.