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Gen Con Block Party 2022

A Handy Field Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Entertainment Outside the Convention Center — 55th Anniversary Edition!

In less than a month, Gen Con will celebrate the 55th Anniversary of The Best Four Days in Gaming! And the celebration isn’t limited to the interiors of the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, and the nearby hotels — we’re bringing the party to Georgia Street, too!

We know that gamers enjoy the entertainment and the epicurious adventures that take place just outside the convention center as much as they do the gaming and shopping inside. With music, food trucks, cold beer, wine, pizza, and more, Gen Con’s outdoor experiences will rock Indy all weekend long.

Here we’ve rounded up everything you need to know to make your trip to Gen Con’s Block Party a savory and sensory delight.

New for 2022: Daniel’s Vineyard

Calling all winos! Visit the Daniel’s Vineyard tent to swirl, sip, and savor the Official Wine Sponsor of Gen Con 2022’s exclusive blends! That’s right, for the first time ever, Gen Con is welcoming an official wine partner to the party!

Dragon Dew is a sweet white wine with notes of citrus, lime, and orange. It packs a punch with a fiery flavor that lasts. Next, try the Dragon Blood. This dry red blend has aromas of raspberry, blackcurrant, and tobacco with bold flavors of black cherry, espresso, and chocolate on the palate. The full body and lengthy mouthfeel make this wine a great pairing for aged cheeses, cured meats, and hearty dishes such as roasts or stews. 

Sun King Beer Garden and Dragon’s Delight Release Party

Thirsty gamers battled it out to resurrect their favorite Sun King Gen Con brew from the past in our beer bracket contest this spring. Votes were tallied and it was a close battle! Dragon’s Delight won by a mere handful of votes. 

We are excited to showcase the 2022 Dragon’s Delight can artwork designed by artist William Denton Ray. 

Sun King will release Dragon’s Delight, a Belgian-Style Ale, on Wednesday, August 3 during the kick-off to the Georgia Street Gen Con Block Party! This year’s official beer of Gen Con will be available during Sun King Beer Garden Hours at the Block Party on Georgia Street, at all Sun King tap room locations for carry-out, and at various locations throughout Indy during the duration of The Best Four Days in Gaming. 

Join us in celebrating #genconturns55!

Sun King Beer Garden Schedule


Wednesday Tapping Party: 5 pm – 10 pm

Thursday – Saturday: noon – 10 pm

Sun King To-Go

Attendees 21+ can purchase beer to-go from the Sun King Brewery Beer Garden on Georgia Street. Note: To-go purchases may not be consumed in the Beer Garden.

Dragon’s Delight Beer Release Party

Join us Wednesday evening at 5pm on Georgia Street for the release of Dragon’s Delight, the official beer of Gen Con 2022! Dragon’s Delight is a Belgian-style ale.

Good Eats on Indy Streets

HotBox Pizza

When hunger strikes, gamers know to hit the HotBox Pizza tent on Georgia Street to refuel! Treat your taste buds with this year’s official Gen Con pizza — The Tater Invader!

The Tater Invader is a culinary dedication to the classic, homestyle comfort of a loaded baked potato. It features mozzarella, cheddar, bacon, tater tots, green onions, and a sour-cream drizzle all on top of a ranch sauce base. This tater tot pie is ready to invade Georgia Street and perhaps take over the world!

This year’s Official Pizza of Gen Con was concocted by contest winner Tyler F. of South Bend, IN, will be available exclusively from HotBox Pizza during Gen Con 2022.

Harry & Izzy’s

Stop by the Harry & Izzy’s tent to say “hi,” refuel, and hydrate! They will be serving up crispy tater tots, refreshing beverages, classic cheeseburgers, and the official Gen Con cheeseburger, The Spice and Dice, loaded with crispy jalapenos and topped with chipotle ranch. Harry & Izzy’s is so excited to serve you!

Wild Bills Soda

You’re not “just about to grab a soda,” you’re heading off on a tastebud-dazzling journey into the world of flavor, with yours truly — the one and only Wild Bill — as your guide. Find Wild Bill’s western-themed saloon on Georgia Street, and don’t forget to bring your mug, or purchase a new tumbler for easy refills. Treat yourself to an infinite number of combinations of salty snacks and sweet soda pop from Wild Bill’s!

Live Entertainment

Friday Night @ Block Party (ENT22215305)

Featuring concerts by hip-hop artist Nur-D and his live band, plus the electronic music soundscapes of Metavari, Georgia Street will be THE place to be for food, drinks, music, and more on Friday night! The music starts at 7 pm — you won’t want to miss this event!

NUR-D

One of the fastest rising starts in Minnesota’s music scene, Nur-D burst onto the stage in 2018 and has been making headlines ever since. Performing on stages alongside national acts like Migos, Logic, Tyler The Creator, and The Wu Tang Clan, Nur-D is well on his way to becoming a household name.

Metavari

Metavari is the moniker of American composer and electronic musician Nathaniel David Utesch. Metavari’s dark, cinematic records make extensive use of nostalgic electronics and sampling — a collage of synth-laden melodies, menacing instrumentation, and foley sounds.

Food Truck Schedule

Choose from dozens of rotating food trucks on Georgia Street!

Breakfast:  Thu–Sun, 8 am–10 am

Lunch:  Thu–Sun, 11 am–4 pm

Dinner:  Wed–Sat, 5 pm–10 pm

CompanyShifts Time
A Taste of HomeThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
A Taste of HomeFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
A Taste of HomeSaturday Breakfast8-10 am
A Taste of Home Sunday10 am - 5 pm
Bearded BagelThursday Breakfast8-10 am
Bearded BagelThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Bearded BagelFriday Breakfast8-10 am
Bearded BagelFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Bearded BagelSaturday Breakfast8-10 am
Bearded BagelSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Bearded BurgerWednesday5-10 pm
Bearded BurgerThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Bearded BurgerFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Bearded BurgerSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Bearded BurgerSunday10 am - 5 pm
Black LeafThursday Breakfast8-10 am
Books, Bourbon and BaconThursday Breakfast8-10 am
Books, Bourbon and BaconFriday Breakfast8-10 am
Books, Bourbon and BaconSaturday Breakfast8-10 am
Books, Bourbon and BaconSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Books, Bourbon and BaconFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Box BurgerThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Box BurgerFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Box BurgerSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Chef Dan'sThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Chef Dan'sFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Chef Dan'sSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Chef Dan'sSunday10 am - 5 pm
Chef TLCFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Chompz TruckThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Chompz TruckSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Chompz TruckFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #1Thursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #1Friday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #1Saturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #1Sunday10 am - 5 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #2Thursday Dinner5-10 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #2Friday Dinner5-10 pm
Da Blue Lagoon #2Saturday Dinner5-10 pm
Der Pretzel WagenFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Der Pretzel WagenSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Der Pretzel WagenSunday10 am - 5 pm
El VenezolanoThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
El VenezolanoFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
El VenezolanoSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
El VenezolanoSunday10 am - 5 pm
Flying CupcakeThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Flying CupcakeFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Flying CupcakeSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Flying CupcakeSunday10 am - 5 pm
Forking PierogiThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Forking PierogiFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Forking PierogiSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
GALS FishThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
GALS FishSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Garnacha SpotThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Garnacha SpotFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Garnacha SpotSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Garnacha SpotSunday10 am - 5 pm
Grumpy GringoWednesday5-10 pm
Grumpy GringoThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Grumpy GringoSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Hometown DonutsThursday Breakfast8-10 am
Hometown DonutsFriday Breakfast8-10 am
Hometown DonutsThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Hoosier QThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Hoosier QFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Hoosier QSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Lil SmokeyFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Big SmokeyThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Big smokeySaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Lil SmokeyWednesday5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Lil SmokeyThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Johnson's BBQ Lil SmokeySaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Johnson's BBQ Lil SmokeySunday10 am - 5 pm
J's Lobster TruckSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
J's Lobster TruckThursday Dinner5-10 pm
J's Lobster TruckFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Jug's CateringThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Jug's CateringFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Karma KitchenThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Karma KitchenFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Karma KitchenSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Karma KitchenSunday10 am - 5 pm
Knoughty LobstaWednesday5-10 pm
Knoughty LobstaThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Knoughty LobstaFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Knoughty LobstaSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Las TortugasThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Las TortugasFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Las TortugasSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Legends Golf ClubFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Lick Ice CreamSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Mac GenieFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Mac GenieSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Mauy ThaiSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Moo Loo-DessertFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Moo Loo-DessertThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Moo Loo-DessertSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Muay ThaiThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Muay ThaiFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Nacho Mama'sSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
PastabilitiezWednesday5-10 pm
PastabilitiezThursday Dinner5-10 pm
PastabilitiezFriday Dinner5-10 pm
PastabilitiezSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
PastabilitiezSunday10 am - 5 pm
PiThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
PiFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
PiSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Pi Sunday10 am - 5 pm
Pierogi LoveWednesday5-10 pm
Pierogi LoveThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Pierogi LoveFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Pierogi LoveSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Pierogi LoveSunday10 am - 5 pm
Pronto TacoWednesday5-10 pm
Pronto TacoFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Pronto TacoSunday10 am - 5 pm
Samano's MexicanWednesday5-10 pm
Samano's MexicanThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Samano's MexicanSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Samano's MexicanSunday10 am - 5 pm
Samano's MexicanThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Samano's MexicanFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Samano's MexicanSaturday Breakfast8-10 am
SerendipityThursday Dinner5-10 pm
SerendipityFriday Dinner5-10 pm
SerendipitySaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Sweet ToothThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Sweet ToothWednesday5-10 pm
Taste Budz IndyWednesday5-10 pm
Taste of the CaribbeanThursday Dinner5-10 pm
Taste of the CaribbeanFriday Dinner5-10 pm
Taste of the CaribbeanSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
The Corn ManWednesday5-10 pm
The Flying CupcakeThursday Dinner5-10 pm
The Flying CupcakeFriday Dinner5-10 pm
The Flying CupcakeSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
The Grub HouseThursday Breakfast8-10 am
The Grub HouseFriday Breakfast8-10 am
The Grub HouseSaturday Breakfast8-10 am
The Grub HouseSunday10 am - 5 pm
The Sweet PotatoThursday Dinner5-10 pm
The Sweet PotatoFriday Dinner5-10 pm
The Sweet PotatoSunday10 am - 5 pm
The Whole CowFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
The Whole CowSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
The Whole CowSunday10 am - 5 pm
Treats by FeeThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Union JackThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Union JackFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Union JackSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wild Boar BBQSunday10 am - 5 pm
Wild Boar BBQThursday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wild Boar BBQFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wild Boar BBQSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wild Boar BBQSaturday Dinner5-10 pm
Wylie TruckFriday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wylie TruckSaturday Lunch11 am - 4 pm
Wylie TruckSunday10 am - 5 pm

What are you most looking forward to seeing, eating, or sipping on a Block Party this year? Tag us on social media with #gencon and tell us!

Jackie Martin
Jackie Martin

Senior Marketing Manager at Gen Con