Indianapolis Cultural Trail
Named "the biggest and boldest step by any American city" by Project for Public Spaces, this internationally-acclaimed 8-mile biking and walking trail connects all six of Indy's Cultural Districts.
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Pogues Run Greenway
The city’s first glow-in-the-dark trail connects several parks and neighborhoods, paying homage to a colorful crushed-glass path from the mid-1900s.
Along the Pogue's Run Trail
Local Highlights
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Brookside Park
WebsiteBrookside Park is a historic 108-acre urban retreat on Indy’s near east side. Straddling Pogue’s Run, it blends wooded trails and open lawns with engaging amenities: an outdoor pool, playgrounds, disc golf course, courts and fields, picnic shelters, plus a grand Family Center hosting sports, events, and gatherings.-
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Glow-In-The-Dark Trail
A portion of the Pogues Run Greenway that includes glow-in-the-dark pebbles, paying homage to a colorful crushed-glass path from a mid-1900s era glass factory.-
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Spades Park Library
WebsiteThe Spades Park Branch Library is a beautifully preserved Carnegie-era neighborhood library near Spades Park, housed in a 1911–1912 brick-and-limestone building with Italian Renaissance character and Craftsman-style details that make it a standout landmark on the Near Eastside.-
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Kan-Kan Cinema & Bar
WebsiteKan‑Kan Cinema & Brasserie is Indy’s arthouse hub in the Windsor Park neighborhood just east of downtown Indy, pairing intimate film screenings with chef‑driven dining. Watch indie, classic, local, or documentary films in accessible theaters, then linger over thoughtfully crafted cocktails or brasserie fare, all in a community‑centered setting.-
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Factory Arts District
WebsiteLocated just east of downtown Indianapolis, the Factory Arts District is Indy’s unconventional destination for art, entertainment, community, and connection. Factory Arts North offers a more unpolished, authentic experience, while Factory Arts South brings people together with local dining, shops, and events.-
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About Pogues Run Greenway
The Pogues Run Greenway is a short-but-mighty urban trail experience on Indy’s Near Eastside, offering about 2.4 miles of paved, off-street path that begins near the Indianapolis Cultural Trail/Monon Trail connection at 10th Street and carries you northeast through the greenspace of Spades and Brookside parks. It’s in these two parks you’ll encounter perhaps the most unique trailway experience that pays homage to a glass factory that used to be in the area. Here the trail is embedded with glow-in-the-dark stones that make for a fun evening experience. (Note: while the trail is open 24 hours, the parks are closed after dusk.)
Following the course of Pogue’s Run, the trail feels like a creekside escape threaded right through the city, with pockets of wetlands and tree cover that soften the surrounding neighborhoods and create a surprisingly peaceful ride or walk.
What gives Pogues Run its personality is the blend of nature + neighborhood story. You’re moving alongside a historic waterway while passing through areas known for Indy’s classic Near Eastside character, and the route is intentionally designed to be more than transportation, with public art elements integrated into the experience. It’s an easy pick for a casual out-and-back.
Helpful to know
- Parking, playgrounds, shelter, and restrooms are available in Brookside Park.
- The glowstone portion of the trail is in Spades Park just west of Rural Street.
Trail Manager
Indy DPW Greenways (website)
[email protected]
317-327-4622
Etiquette
Specific trail rules may vary by county, but common etiquette can be found in our frequently asked questions.
