Be it known that every day is an excuse to celebrate a piece of Indy's history, and we have the proof. Here are a few special days proclaimed by Mayor Joe Hogsett.

Star Wars Day | Proclaimed May 4, 2017 | This is the day you're looking for — Mayor Hogsett joined the rest of the pun-loving world in recognizing the sci-fi franchise and its permanent impact on pop culture.

Scott Dixon Day | Proclaimed Sept. 24, 2018 | Mayor Hogsett honored the legendary INDYCAR champion roughly ten years after his Indy 500 victory.

Paint the Town Red Day | Proclaimed May 19, 2023 | After renovations for Gainbridge Fieldhouse were completed, this day commemorated the Indiana Fever's permanent move there, where for the first time in team history they would play every regular season home game.

Girls in Blue Day | Proclaimed July 21, 2023 | Did you know that we have an Indy Eleven women's team? This day celebrated their success as one of the most successful clubs in the USL’s W League.

Randy Ollis Day | Proclaimed August 31, 2023 | The longtime WISH-TV meteorologist celebrated his retirement with a special day in his honor.

Blue and Gold Days | Proclaimed June 5, 2025 | Basketball fans were encouraged to sport their Pacers finest as the team made its historic return to the NBA Finals for the first time in 25 years.

Chuck Lofton Day | Proclaimed June 6, 2025 | This day celebrated the retirement of meteorologist Chuck Lofton, who predicted our weather for 40 years at WTHR Channel 13.

ClusterTruck Day | Proclaimed March 31, 2026 | The local food delivery company received its own day upon ten years in business delivering hot food to hungry Hoosiers.

Did you know you can request a proclamation? Submit your request here.