IMS Details ‘Rev’ Event
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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowThe Indianapolis Motor Speedway has unveiled more details about a new charity event. Rev, which will be held at the speedway in May, will feature racing-inspired food and reigning IndyCar Series Champion Scott Dixon.
March 4, 2014
News Release
Indianapolis, Ind. — World-class chefs and entertainers, and three-time and reigning IndyCar Series Champion Scott Dixon, are the latest additions to an exciting lineup for attendees of Rev, an inaugural charity event to be held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and led by Methodist Health Foundation and Indiana University Health.
Serving up IndyCar driver-inspired cuisine will be chefs Vic Vegas and Spike Mendelsohn, both having achieved fame through Bravo show Top Chef and Food Network's Next Food Network Star. The chefs will be on-site at the event to add unique twists to some of the favorite foods of IndyCar drivers, with samples available for those in attendance
National singer-songwriter and Indianapolis native John McLaughlin, along with Lockstar, a popular Midwest DJ, are also new additions to the event, where the performers lead a growing number of entertainment opportunities for those in attendance.
“We're extremely excited that one of the Midwest's favorite DJs, Lockstar, is teaming up with national recording artist London Rose and a host of other talented musicians to bring a highly energetic and unique DJ performance to Rev's inaugural event,” said Trevor Yager, Co-Chair of the Rev Special Events Executive Council.
Holding true to the historic IMS venue and the spirit of racing, Rev also welcomes three-time and reigning IndyCar Series Champion Scott Dixon of Target Chip Ganassi Racing and his wife Emma as honorary co-chairs of the event. The New Zealander's 33 Indy car victories make him the winningest active driver in the sport, with only drivers named Foyt, Andretti and Unser ahead of him on the all-time list.
“My wife Emma and I are really looking forward to our involvement in this special event,” Dixon said. “The relationship between IU Health Methodist Hospital and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a historic one, and what better way to celebrate it all than with great music and IndyCar-inspired cuisine – all in support of a good cause.”
Dixon's wife Emma also joins Rev as honorary co-chair. Emma excelled on a different kind of track, as a runner. As a previous Welsh and British 800-meter champion, Emma's successful running career now helps guide her husband's athleticism as a driver.
Funds raised will provide support for IU Health Statewide Trauma programs, including medical services for drivers and patrons of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway IU Medical Center.
For tickets and additional information about the event, including sponsorship opportunities, visit revindy.org. More announcements leading to the event are expected in the coming weeks.
ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION:
Entertainment
VIP – Jon McLaughlin 7:00pm-7:30pm (Private for VIPs only)
VIP – Jazz Band – Blair
Main Stage – Jon McLaughlin
Main Stage – Endless Summer
Main Stage – DJ Lockstar and featuring London Rose (National Recording Artist)
Local Food Contributors
Restaurant, Chef
Acosta
Atrio – IU Health North Hospital, Peter Fulgenzi
Au Bon Pain
Blondie's
Bluebeard, Abbi Adams
Brad Gates Catering, Brad Gates
The Chef's Academy
Circle City Sweets and Soups, Cindy and Roger Hawkins
Clabber Girl
Crystal Catering
The Conrad Indianapolis, Michelle Matiya
The Cunningham Restaurant Group, Carl Chambers
Fogo de Chao, Joel Cir
The Food Guys, Chip Huckaby
GiGi's Cupcakes
Graeter's Ice Cream
Great Lake Supreme, Darrin Hayward
Green Bean Delivery
H2O Sushi and 4 Birds Bakery, Nicole Ankney
Just Pop In, Mandy Selke and Carly Swift
Late Harvest, Ryan Nelson
Levy Restaurants
Local Eatery and Pub, Craig Baker
Louie's Lunch Truck
McFarling Foods, Patrick Cade
Ocean Prime, Shawn O'Brien
Oceanaire, Mark Marlar
Peterson's, Ricky Hatfield
Pizza King Indianapolis
Prime 47, Thomas Melvin
Recess, Greg Hardesty
Ritz Charles Catering
Ruth's Chris Steak House, David Bradley
St. Elmo Steak House, Dave Foegley
Sullivan's Steak House, Matt Wahl
Trader's Point Creamery
Turley & Associates
US Foods
About the Partnership
The relationship between IU Health Methodist Hospital and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway dates back to the racetrack's earliest days. From the hospital's first motorized ambulance in 1910, to the first liftoff of their LifeLine helicopter in 1970, to today, IU Health Methodist Hospital and the IMS have worked together to promote the safety of racecar drivers and Hoosiers alike. Rev is a celebration of the continued partnership between these influential Indiana institutions.
About Methodist Health Foundation
Methodist Health Foundation champions the mission of IU Health Methodist Hospital through fundraising. The Foundation supports improving the health of patients and community through innovation and excellence in care, education, research and service. The hospital has a rich heritage of delivering critical care – advanced, specialized and highly effective treatments to the critically ill and injured patients. For more information, visit MethodistHealthFoundation.org.
About Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the world's largest spectator sporting facility. It plays host annually to four events in three major racing series: Grand Prix of Indianapolis, Indianapolis 500 Mile Race (IndyCar Series), Brickyard 400 (NASCAR Sprint Cup Series) and Red Bull Indianapolis GP (MotoGP World Championship). Established in 1909, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has long prevailed as an icon of motorsports excellence. Beginning in 2009, the Speedway celebrated its Centennial Era, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the facility in 2009 and the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race in 2011. For more information, visit indianapolismotorspeedway.com.
About Indiana University Health
Named among the “Best Hospitals in America” by U.S.News & World Report for 16 consecutive years, Indiana University Health is dedicated to providing a unified standard of preeminent, patient-centered care. A unique partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation's leading medical schools—gives our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology. For more information, visit iuhealth.org.
Follow Rev on Social Media:
• Facebook.com/RevIndyEvent
• Twitter.com/RevIndyEvent
• Instagram.com/RevIndyEvent
Source: Indianapolis Motor Speedway