Sh0uldN0t Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Didn't the stadium go cashless last year? You can re-enter. You need a stamp to do so. As for hats, be conscious of the people behind you. One year the guy in front of me had on some sort of a safari hat that blocked my view of all but the corners of the field. Fortunately he was sympathetic and nice and after I asked. He went hatless after that initial corps. Still don't know what they looked like! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sh0uldN0t Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Also, clear bag policy typically is in force. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumcorpsfever Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 (edited) One of things I like the most is getting there at the start of prelims. Most folks aren’t there and you can pretty much sit anywhere you want. It’s fun getting different perspectives from various locations in the stands. Feels like you have the place to yourself. Seeing those early corps is a real treat. Small but passionate about what they do. And, seeing the early corps is most likely the only time seeing them. The big corps are great, but by now, there’s not many surprises in what they do on the field. Going early is also a great opportunity to mill around at the various booths. Grab some give-always, buy stuff, and enjoy all the marching related displays. Then, since you’re there early, you’re going to have a good appetite before you know it. Be sure to take the short walk to Shapiros and treat yourself to some of the best corned beef you’ll get anywhere. Be prepared to spend a little more than you typically might spend for lunch, because by the time you make it through the cafeteria line, your tray will be loaded with all kinds of delicious things that will grab your eye. Another cool thing about Shapiros is it will be filled with drum corps nuts like us. Enjoy the day. It truly is a gem! Prelims is the best day of championships!!! Edited August 3, 2023 by drumcorpsfever 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keystone3ply Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 1) For entry on Thursday, might want to camp out Wednesday night at the East Gate on S Capitol Ave. 2) You'll need to take out a 2nd mortgage for Lucas Oil food & drink. Might try a HELOC? 3) I try to 'void' early & often. 4) You'll have to leave your 'missile like objects' at the hotel or in your car. 5) If someone is in your seat & there's no staff, just punch them; ask questions & sort it out later. I kid... But DCI use to run a shuttle bus to Military Park every 30 minutes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjeffeory Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 (edited) You can leave and return with a hand stamp. I always eat at Shapiro's Deli on E. McCarthy Street. It's SE of the stadium and within walking distance. There's Greek Islands, Iozzo's Garden of Italy, White Castle (ick), Arby's, Slippery Noodle Inn, Subway, Old Spaghetti Factory, and a few other things not too far away. Wear a hat. The food inside the venue is terrible and the lines are long. The elevator attendents range from snarky and unhelpful, to just indifferent and uncaring. Be on the lookout for self-entitled staff who think they own the joint. THEY DON'T. Be courteous, but don't expect the same in return. Edited August 3, 2023 by jjeffeory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hook'emCavies Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Man..... I wanna go.... lol!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvu80 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 2 hours ago, Triple Forte said: but I have never had issues or missed corps on Thursday due to concessions issues. I went Friday Saturday last year. I think I waited on Friday for about a half-hour to get a drink and a french fry. 8-10 bucks I think, it might have been more. I learned my lesson and on Saturday I ate before entered the stadium. They have water fountains for free. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siletzspey Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Check into the stadium well ahead of time!!! I recall waiting in line an hour+ for finals, and others waited much longer. For sure some people missed the start of finals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumcorpsfever Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 4 minutes ago, wvu80 said: I went Friday Saturday last year. I think I waited on Friday for about a half-hour to get a drink and a french fry. 8-10 bucks I think, it might have been more. I learned my lesson and on Saturday I ate before entered the stadium. They have water fountains for free. Yep. Food concessions inside of LOS pricey and nothing special. I have snuck some of that great corned beef sandwich I’ve mentioned from Shapiros. Usually my eyes are bigger than my stomach and I’ll have leftovers from Shapiros. Yes, I’ve gotten past security at the gate with it. Just don’t advertise that you’re bringing food and you’ll probably be okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
go2thomas Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 if you are still around on Saturday Coming to Indy on Saturday August 12th. More than 2000 performers Fourteen SoundSport ensembles Eleven Indiana high school bands Seven drum lines including five open class corps drum lines INpact Band with 500+ Indiana middle schools band students Troopers Legacy Corps Hong Kong Drumline Guardians Drum & Bugle Corps US Army Fife & Drum Corps "DCI's Got Talent" featuring talented and creative performers History Row featuring current and past drum corps displays Founders Lane honoring the 13 founding corps of DCI Many food trucks offering a variety of menus Exhibitors including drum corps, businesses, and services DCI marketplace is open in the stadium for exclusive early opportunity to purchase your favorite drum corps merch The event is in front of Lucas Oil Stadium from 10am-4pm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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