Your Helpful Field Guide to All the Eats, Drinks, and Entertainment Outside the Convention Center! Now on South Street!
In just under two weeks, Gen Con will celebrate 56 years of The Best Four Days in Gaming, and 20 years at Indy! And the celebration isn’t limited to the interiors of the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, and the nearby hotels. 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 from a new location on South Street!
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.
The Official Wine Sponsor of Gen Con 2023: Daniel’s Vineyard
Calling all winos! Visit the Daniel’s Vineyard tent to swirl, sip, and savor the Official Wine Sponsor of Gen Con 2023’s exclusive blends! Dragon Dew, back by popular demand, is a sweet white wine with notes of citrus, lime, and orange. It’s joined by newcomer Code Red Rosé.
To round out this year’s selection, Daniel’s has crafted a daring bold Red Blend called Dragon’s Blood. This unique wine, with its rich flavors and vibrant aromas, is a testament to the fiery spirit of adventure.
Sun King Beer Garden and Hive Mind Release Party
Thousands of thirsty gamers battled, casting their votes to name the Official Beer of Gen Con 2023. With nearly 5,000 votes cast, the English-Style Honey Mild Ale, Hive Mind, was the winner.
Sun King will release Hive Mind on Wednesday, August 2 during the kick-off to the South 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 South 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!
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 South Street.
Note: To-go purchases may not be consumed in the Beer Garden.
Hive Mind Beer Release Party
Join us Wednesday evening at 5 pm on South Street for the release of Hive Mind, the official beer of Gen Con 2023! Hive Mind is an English-Style Honey Mild Ale.
Good Eats on Indy Streets
HotBox Pizza
When hunger strikes, gamers know to hit the HotBox Pizza tent on South Street to refuel! Treat your taste buds with this year’s official Gen Con pizza — The Queen’s Hambit!
This delicious pie is the savory mashup of a classic Cubano sandwich and the timeless comfort of a cheesy pizza pie. It features BBQ pulled port, ham, onion, pickle, mozzarella, and a mustard drizzle. Make your move to South Street and claim a winning slice of The Queen’s Hambit at the HotBox Pizza tent all weekend long.
This year’s Official Pizza of Gen Con was concocted by contest winner Preston T. of Big Rapids, MI, will be available exclusively from HotBox Pizza during Gen Con 2023.
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 Frito Baggins Burger! This tasty angus steakburger patty is seasoned with their signature St. Elmo Seasoning and topped with American cheese, bacon jam, Chili Cheese Fritos, and served on a golden brioche bun. Harry & Izzy’s is so excited to serve you!
Prime 47
Game on, foodies! Pirme 47 is leveling up your Gen Con experience with their delectable creations. Fuel your gaming adventures with a specially curated menu, featuring gamer-inspired dishes like “Critical Hit Cheesesteak.”
Visit Prime 47 at Block Party on South Street and you’ll also find foodie-friendly giveaways, exclusive dining offers, and a chance to win a deluxe steakhouse experience!
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 South Street where you can also find their exclusive limited-edition stainless steel Gen Con souvenir mugs. Treat yourself to an infinite number of combinations of salty snacks and sweet soda pop from Wild Bill’s!
Critical Hit Soda
Gen Con is excited to introduce Critical Hit Soda as our first-ever Official Mocktail Sponsor! Stop by the Critical Hit Soda truck during Block Party and try any one of their exotic concoctions. With 100 totally unique flavors to choose from, you will find that perfect alchemical combination to complete your victory.
Wizards of the Coast Food Truck
Walking the convention floor all day can be tiring and you deserve a little treat. Stop by the first-ever Wizards of the Coast Food Truck, Wizards of the Cones, at Block Party to enjoy treats inspired by Chandra Nalaar, Vivien Reid, Tasha, and Drizzt Do’Urden
More Indy Eats
Also, check out the delicious grub from some of Indy’s favorite eateries – they’ll be serving up tasty bites all weekend long!
- Helm Coffee Roasters
- Island Noodles
- Jug’s
Live Entertainment
Don’t miss out on the epic tunes blasting from the DJ booth. Stop by to dance, let loose, and soak up some good vibes at Block Party! DJs spinning daily starting at 11 am.
Featuring the sounds of A-Squared and DJ Little Town, South Street will be THE place for food, drinks, music, and more!
A-Squared
Since 2005, A-Squared has played some of Indianapolis’ biggest stages. They are the creative team behind “Spellbound Indy” an open-format DJ dance night in Indianapolis featuring darkwave, dark alternative, goth, witchhouse, industrial, 80s retro, punk and other great dark-oriented music.
Catch A-Squared perform Friday night!
DJ Little Town
Indianapolis born with dual citizenship belonging to Brazil, Little Town began collecting vinyl records at the age of 12 with great influence from her older sister who worked at a record store. From there, she learned to mix on vinyl and gradually entered the MP3 mixing world. Musical styles include Open-format, House, Disco, Soul, R&B, Rap, Pop, Top-40, Baile-Funk, MPB, World.
Find DJ Little Town at the DJ booth Saturday Night!
Food Truck Schedule
Choose from dozens of rotating food trucks on South Street!
Thursday – Saturday: 9 am – 10 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm
Thursday
| Day Shift 9 am – 3 pm | Evening Shift 4 pm – 10 pm | Full Day Shift 9 am – 10 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Bearded Bagel | Cheftlc | Bearded Burger |
| Chef Dan’s | Da Blue Lagoon | Union Jack |
| Colonel Mustard | El Venezolano | Books Bourbon & Bacon |
| The Garnacha Spot | Karma Kitchen | Chomp’z Truck |
| Grub House | Las Tortugas | Earl B’s |
| J&J A Taste of Home | Moo & Lou Frozen Treats | The Forking Pierogi |
| Nacho Mama’s | Pastabilitiez | The Naughty Lobstah |
| Pure-trition Juice & Smoothie Bar | Pierogiloveindy | The Flying Cupcake |
| Rose and Lois | Sachika Iwomoto | GALS |
| Taste of Maila | The Sweet Potato | Grumpy Gringo |
| Treats By Fee | Hometown Mini Donuts | |
| J’s Lobster Truck | ||
| Poke Project | ||
| Pronto Taco | ||
| Samano’s Mexican Food | ||
| Samano’s | ||
| Serendipity | ||
| Wild Boar BBQ |
Friday
| Day Shift 9 am – 3 pm | Evening Shift 4 pm – 10 pm | Full Day Shift 9 am – 10 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Arepas | Envara | Bearded Bagel |
| BoxBurger | El Venezolano | Bearded Burger |
| Colonel Mustard | Karma Kitchen Foods | Books Bourbon & Bacon |
| The Garnacha Spot | Las Tortugas | Chef Dan’s |
| Grub House | Pastabilitiez | Chomp’z Truck |
| J&J A Taste of Home | Pierogiloveindy | Earl B’s Catering |
| The LK | Sachika Iwomoto | The Forking Pierogi |
| Nacho Mama’s | Shelbies Treats | The Naughty Lobstah |
| Pure-trition Juice & Smoothie Bar | The Sweet Potato | The Flying Cupcake |
| Rose and Lois | Greek on the Go | |
| Taste of Maila | Grumpy Gringo | |
| Hometown Mini Donuts | ||
| The Whole Cow | ||
| J’s Lobster Truck | ||
| Moo & Lou Frozen Treats | ||
| The Overgrown Pasture | ||
| Pi | ||
| Poke Project | ||
| Pronto Taco | ||
| RMY’s Soul/Comfort Food | ||
| Samano’s Mexican Food | ||
| Samano’s | ||
| Serendipity | ||
| Union Jack Pub | ||
| Wild Boar BBQ |
Saturday
| Day Shift 9 am – 3 pm | Evening Shift 4 pm – 10 pm | Full Day Shift 9 am – 10 pm |
|---|---|---|
| Bearded Bagel | Da Blue Lagoon | The Whole Cow |
| Colonel Mustard | El Venezolano | Bearded Burger |
| Grumpy Gringo | Johnsons BBQ | Union Jack |
| J’s Lobster Truck | Karma Kitchen Foods | Books Bourbon & Bacon |
| J&J A Taste of Home | Lick Ice Cream | Envara |
| Nacho Mama’s | Papa Curl Ice Cream | Chef Dan’s |
| Pure-trition Juice & Smoothie Bar | Pastabilitiez | Chomp’z Truck |
| Rose and Lois | Sachika Iwomoto | Earl B’s Catering |
| Treats By Fee | The Forking Pierogi | |
| The Naughty Lobstah | ||
| The Flying Cupcake | ||
| The Garnacha Spot | ||
| Greek on the Go | ||
| Hometown Mini Donuts | ||
| Las Tortugas | ||
| Moo & Lou Frozen Treats | ||
| The Overgrown Pasture | ||
| Pi | ||
| Pierogiloveindy | ||
| Poke Project | ||
| Pronto Taco | ||
| Samano’s Mexican Food | ||
| Samano’s | ||
| Serendipity | ||
| Taste Budz | ||
| Taste of Maila | ||
| Wild Boar BBQ |
Sunday
| 9 am – 4 pm |
|---|
| Arepas |
| Bearded Bagel |
| Bearded Burger |
| Books Bourbon & Bacon |
| BoxBurger |
| Chef Dan’s |
| Chef TLC |
| Da Blue Lagoon |
| The Forking Pierogi |
| The Naughty Lobstah |
| El Venezolano |
| The Flying Cupcake |
| The Garnacha Spot |
| Greek on the Go |
| Grub House |
| Hometown Mini Donuts |
| The Whole Cow |
| J&J A Taste of Home |
| Karma Kitchen Foods |
| Poke Project |
| Pronto Taco |
| Pure-trition Juice & Smoothie Bar |
| RMY’s Soul/Comfort Food |
| Rose and Lois |
| Samano’s Mexican Food |
| Samano’s |
| Taste of Maila |
| Union Jack Pub |
| Wild Boar BBQ |
What are you most looking forward to seeing, eating, or sipping on at Block Party this year? Tag us Twitter or Instagram with #GenConFoodie and tell us!