Indianapolis Weekend Update: Curfew Changes, Cardi B Concert, St. Patrick’s Festivities
Indianapolis, IN – March 13, 2026 – Police outline spring break curfew plans as Cardi B hits Gainbridge and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations ramp up downtown.
It’s shaping up to be a lively March weekend in Indianapolis, with public safety planning, a major arena concert and St. Patrick’s Day festivities all converging downtown.
Police Detail Spring Break Curfew Plans
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department leaders are preparing for spring break by reinforcing the city’s youth curfew ordinance.
Officials say enforcement will focus on prevention and safety, particularly as warmer weather and school time off typically draw more teens to downtown gathering spots.
As part of that approach, Juvenile Connection Centers will once again serve as designated safe spaces for young people found out past curfew. At these centers, teens can be supervised while officers contact parents or guardians. The goal, police say, is not simply enforcement, but connecting families with support and keeping youth safe during busy evenings.
Cardi B Brings Arena Energy to Gainbridge
Music fans are expected to fill Gainbridge Fieldhouse as Cardi B’s Little Miss Drama Tour makes its Indianapolis stop. The show stands out as one of the spring season’s biggest arena events in the city.
With thousands heading downtown for the performance, nearby restaurants and bars are preparing for a surge in foot traffic before and after the concert. Business owners anticipate a strong turnout tied directly to the high-profile show, adding extra buzz to the city’s entertainment district.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Begin
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and Indianapolis is already in celebration mode.
Throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, bar crawls, themed parties and live entertainment are scheduled across the weekend. The holiday consistently ranks among the city’s most popular March traditions, drawing large crowds dressed in green and ready to celebrate.
City leaders are encouraging residents and visitors to plan ahead for transportation, expect heavier-than-usual crowds and celebrate responsibly. With multiple major events happening at once, downtown streets and venues are likely to stay busy well into the evening.
Between public safety efforts, a major tour stop and festive holiday gatherings, Indianapolis is heading into one of its most active weekends of the season.
Sources
- https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/10/indianapolis-police-detail-youth-curfew-plans-ahead-of-spring-break
- https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/12/your-weekend-plans-cardi-b-indiana-flower-and-patio-show-dl-hughley-and-more
- https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/10/how-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-indianapolis
