Jill Thixton and Beth Belange enjoy an afternoon in Broad Ripple's boutiques and sidewalk cafes. Broad Ripple is also home to several art spaces, annual festivals, a vibrant nightlife scene and the well-traveled Monon Trail -- popular with walkers, runners and bicyclists. Located just 6 miles from downtown and an easy drive to the city's north side business & shopping district, Broad Ripple is a densely populated neighborhood for artists, young professionals, singles and young families.