Veterans Memorial Plaza

Veterans Memorial Plaza is a historic outdoor event space in downtown Indianapolis, managed by the Indiana War Memorials Commission. Completed in 1930 and formerly known as Obelisk Square, the plaza covers one entire square block — approximately 430 feet from sidewalk to sidewalk — on the north side of the Indiana War Memorial. At the center of the plaza stands a 100-foot black granite obelisk and fountain, completed in 1923 and flanked on the east and west sides by all fifty state flags, which were installed in 1976 as part of the American Bicentennial celebration. Originally paved, the square was landscaped in 1975 and now features an abundance of green space. The plaza accommodates events of up to approximately 3,000 guests and has served as the setting for large-scale public celebrations including the annual 4th Fest and the Indianapolis Public Schools' Back to School Festival. Reservations are required and are coordinated through the Indiana War Memorials events team.