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Anytime, 2005:
The John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail
SouthEastern IN
GENERAL MORGAN'S RAID THROUGH INDIANA
On July 8, 1863, Confederate Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan and two thousand cavalrymen crossed the Ohio River into Indiana. They crossed from Brandenburg, Kentucky, using two captured steamboats. For six days the raiders rode through Southern Indiana. Morgan and his men had conducted earlier raids, but this would be remembered as his Great Raid of 1863. It also was the only major military activity in Indiana during the Civil War. General Morgan's men spent six days crossing through southern Indiana, leaving behind a swath of devastated homesteads and burnt buildings. With their pursuers, led by Union General Hobson, only a few hours behind them, the raiders left Indiana and entered Ohio at Harrison, on July 13th.
Starting just outside of Mauckport near the Kentucky border and running through seven counties of Indiana before crossing into Ohio at Harrison, the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail through Indiana follows the path taken by Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan and his Confederate Cavalry during the Great Raid of 1863. Most of the route taken by John Hunt Morgan through Indiana has been mapped out for a driving tour complete with directional markers and road-side points of interest. Morgan's Great Raid covered 1,000 miles and was the longest sustained cavalry raid of the Civil War. While given little significance in the overall history of the Civil War, it was regarded as a major event along the route he traveled.
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Whenever, 2005:
World's Largest Ball of Paint
Alexandria, IN
Whenever, 2005:
Old Ben
Kokomo, IN
Whenever, 2005:
World's Largest Sycamore Stump
Kokomo, IN
Whenever, 2005:
Operation Skywatch Tower
(Near)West Lafayette, IN
Whenever, 2005:
The RV Hall of Fame
Elkhart, IN
Whenever, 2005:
Sun Aura Sundial Leg
Roselawn, IN
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Feb 4th - 6th, 2005:
46th Annual CarQuest 500 World of Wheels
Indianapolis, IN
Indiana State Fairgrounds - Marsh Blue Ribbon Pavilion, South Pavilion & Champions Pavilion - Fri 5-10:30 pm; Sat 10 pm-10 pm; Sun 10 am-7 pm. Admission $12, children $4, 5 & under Free. For more information, call Dale Minnix at (248) 293-1700 or visit www.worldofwheels.com
Feb 12th - 13th, 2005:
Midwest Drag Racers Auction & Trade show
Indianapolis, IN
Indiana State Fairgrounds - Champions Pavilion - Drag racers, street rodders, street machiners, truck pullers, power boaters. Shop our Midway of Perfomance manufacturers. Buy at auction prices. Consignment reservations will be accepted after 12/1/04. Lot number resrvations will accepted after 11/1/04. Lots are expected to be reserved so get your information in now. Reservations will be taken on a first come basis. Reserve now for the Sat. evening car auction. For more information contact us at (317) 260-8922
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March 11th - 12th, 2005:
Giant Spin-In
Jay County, IN
The Jay County Giant Spin-In has expanded to two days of fiber fun at the national Guard Armory in Portland. Friday is class day 9am-4pm, pre-registration is required. Classes will be held in needle felting, drop spindling, spinning and more. Bring your spinning wheel, spindle or loom and join us to demonstrate. the public is welcome to learn about fiber and fiber preparation or just shop the vendors. Our vendors include llama alpaca breeders, sheep, goat and bunny farmers, soap makers, hat makers, weavers and a wool processing mill. Food and entertainment all day. For more info contact Julie Davidson at 260-244-1905 e-mail or visit http://www.visitjaycounty.com/
March 18th - 20th, 2005:
Winter Tractor and Engine Show
Woodburn, IN
Indoor display of more than 200 vintage and notable tractors and more than 50 antique engines, fire machines, other farm related memorabilia, and antique trucks in conjunction with a swap meet and farm toy show, in large heated buildings. Special events include a farm toy and memorabilia auction. The 2005 winter show features Allis Chalmers and Rumely products. Exhibits of all makes are welcome, hot food is available and parking is free. For more info contact Mark Schuller at 260-749-0169
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March 31st - April 2nd, 2005:
Wabash Light Celebration
Wabash, IN
Historic down town Wabash. Celebration of the first electrically lighted city in the world. Light show and parade, entertainment and much more. For more info contact Tamera Mosier at 260-563-0975 http://www.wabashmarketplace.org/
April 16th - 17th, 2005:
Bug Bowl
West Lafayette, IN
Purdue University Department of Entomology
901 W. State Street - 765.494.9061 - 765.494.0535 fax
The annual Bug Bowl is the largest known insect event of its kind. Nearly 30,000 people attend this event each year as part of Purdue's Spring Fest weekend. Preschoolers through retirees take part in numerous hands-on insect activities including the cricket spitting contest and cockroach racing at Roachill Downs. The Bug Bowl consistently has the highest attendance of any event during Purdue's Spring Fest weekend!
April 22nd - 23rd, 2005:
Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival
Wakarusa, IN
Plenty of sweet delights with maple syrup camps; gallons of pure maple syrup pured over stacks of hotcakes; jellybeans as big as your thumb; and activities for all ages. Syrup-making demonstration , Craft and antique show, Quilting demonstration and quilts for sale, Maple syrup baking contest , Parade , Children's games , Petting zoo , Miniature train and carnival rides, Maple Syrup Festival Queen contest , Helicopter rides, Sheep shearing demonstration , Scaled models of county buildings, Blacksmithing, demonstration , Antique tractors on display , Bed race , Chain-saw carving and Entertainment. Food for every appetite--chicken BBQ by Port-a-Pit, free popcorn out of a kettle, elephant ears, hot pretzels, ham & beans, sausage & steak sandwiches, homemade apple butter, Wakarusa's official candy (red & black jumbo jelly beans), and much more. For more information contact Kerri Yoder at 574-862-4344
http://www.jumbojellybeans.com/jelly.php ...
http://www.wakarusachamber.com/
April 23rd, 2005:
Hands On Trucks
Lafayette, IN
This event will allow kids to see, feel, and touch trucks of all sizes and shapes. Operators of the trucks will be available to talk with visitors about how their vehicles works, what the vehicles are used for, and what the operators do in their jobs.
Tickets will be on sale in advance at Imagination Station for $4 or on the day of the event for $5. The price of tickets includes museum admission. Children 2 and under get in for free.
For more information Email or call 765-420-7780 or visit Imagination Station
April 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Dogwood Festival
Perry County, IN
The Dogwood Festival will be held April 24-25th in various locations throughout Parry County. Come view the dogwoods in bloom as you tour Cannelton, Leopold, Rome, Tell City, and Troy for food, arts, crafts, and entertainment. Hours vary, no admission charge. For more info contact: Jeremy Yackle 888-343-6262, or visit our web site http://www.perrycountyindiana.org/
April 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Spring Carnival Antique & Flea Market
Evansville, IN
Held at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Fairgrounds. The Spring Carnival will feature over 300 dealers in 8 buildings, featuring antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, clothing, tools, toys, sports items and specialty food items. Tour buses welcome. Free parking, and Handicap Parking is available.
Saturday & Sunday, 9am-4pm. $1 per person, Children 12 & under are free. For more info contact: Collectors Carnival 1-812-471-9419
April 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Mansfield Mushroom Festival
Mansfield, IN
Come and join the hunt. Don't miss this weekend full of fun mushroom activities. Participate in the mushroom hunt, bring home a bag of mushrooms from the mushroom auction or enter your biggest and best mushroom in the contest for the largest mushroom. Enjoy your favorite festival food and browse the Main Street shops. Arts, crafts, country food, car show and swap meet. No Admission Charge. 8am-5pm For more info contact: Pat McCarter (765) 653-4026
April 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Redbud Trail Rendezvous
Rochester, IN
Held on the grounds of the Fulton County Historical Society. See redbud trees along the Tippecanoe River and frontier life of fur traders and re-enactors in teepees and historic camps. Frontier trading and crafts, foods cooked over wood fires, music and dance, contests. 10am-5pm. For more info call: 574-223-4436
April 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Spring Celebration Festival
Madison, IN
"Have a bloomin' good time." Free garden tours, workshops and wine tasting. Shop garden markets and lunch amidst spring blossoms! Join visitors at Madison's oldest winery for spring splendor. Stroll French country gardens "Get down and dirty" during the great divide workshop and plant givaways. Develop landscaping talents with help from master gardeners. Discover unusual shoping treasures at the home and garden showplace. Its a great time for a "Bloomin' good time" in scenic vantage Madison. All inclusive weekend packages available. Lanthier Winery "A far away feeling close enough to taste" For more info call (800)41-WINES
April 30th, 2005:
Indiana Wine Fair
Story, IN
Indiana Wine Fair is an annual event held at the Story Inn, Indiana's oldest bed and breakfast. The 2004 Wine Fair will feature wines from Hoosier wineries which now number 30. Admission is only $5 per person. For more info contact Angela Hofstefter at 812-988-5813
April 30th, 2005:
Johnny Ringo Days
Greens Fork, IN
The Outlaw Johnny Ringo was born May 3, 1850 in Greens Fork, Indiana. Greens Fork is located in Wayne County in east central Indiana. Sponsored by Legacy Leathers - The event will be a community sponsored event. The events will range from Motorcycle Poker Run and parade, costume events, shooting demonstrations, vendors, music and food. Poker run sign up begins at 9:00am and the ride leaves by 10:00am. sign up at Legacy Leathers on highway 38 in the center of town. The bike games will be after the poker run. All events are free. For more information call (765) 886 4327
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April 30th - May 1st, 2005:
Party on the Square
Connersville, IN
Party on the Square is a community celebration that will provide enjoyment for the whole family. Activities include: Kiwanis pancake breakfast, art on the avenue, car show, 3rd annual Taste of Connersville, Le Tour De Fayette bike ride, talent show competition, the Rock Island Band, and Forever Country Line Dancers. In the kids area a 56ft slide, bounce house, puffer train rides, sweat pea the clown and more. Cut your own CD at the recording studio. Steffi Keusch as Miss Indiana USA 2004 will be available for pictures and autographs. Bring your items to our antiques road show, visit our many crafts booths, or ride the first run of the season on the Whitewater Valley Railroad plus Caboose train rides. Sunday afternoon 1000 smiley ping pong balls will fall from the sky and your luck number could win you $500. For more info contact Sarah Over at 765-825-2371
May 6th - 7th, 2005:
Shipshewana Mayfest
Shipshewana, IN
A celebration brimming with hometown pride and bustling with visitors - complete with a parade, children's games, baking contests, live entertainment, homemade foods and shopping specials ... http://www.shipshewana.com/
Month of May, 2005:
500 Festival
Indianapolis, IN
Many, many activities throughout the month of May, including: Indianapolis Life 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, May 3rd. The nation's largest half-marathon starts at Monument Circle, circles the famed oval at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and finishes back downtown. 8am Start. Registration Fee for runners/walkers. Spectators admission is FREE. IPALCO 500 Festival Parade, May 24th, starting at Noon. Drivers , celebrities, magnificent floats, marching bands and more. Parade begins at noon. Charge for reserved seating. Tickets available through Ticketmaster 317-239-5151 or through the 500 Festival office at 1-800-638-4296 The 85th Indianapolis 500 Mile Race, May 25th. The world's largest one day sporting event! Gates open at 5am. Race begins at 11am. General Admission $20. For more info call: 317-636-4556 or 1-800-638-4296
May 7th, 2005:
Anderson Little 500 Festival
Anderson, IN
Various Locations. Over 20 events for all ages including banquet, fireworks and ending with the annual sprint car race. Music, food, style shows, comedy, outdoor activities and more. Hours vary with event. For more Information: Susan Akers 765-778-4486
May 7th, 2005:
Colonel Murray Memorial Kite Festival
Valparaiso, IN
Sunset Hill Farm County Park. Kite workshops, food, children's games, entertainment and more. Fly a kite, build a kite, buy a kite!
May 7th, 2005:
Heart of Rushville Springfest
Rushville, IN
This event draws hundreds to our downtown. The event includes a flower show, children's games, craft vendors, food booths, bake sales and a springfest princess contest. The master gardens have plant swap and give demonstration. For more info contact Mary Ann Bridges at 765-938-4648
May 7th - 22nd, 2005:
Blossoms in Brown County
Brown County, IN
Hometown parade, antique farm machinery show, flea market, craft show, games for kids, music, bean dinner with ham and corn bread, and nature renewing herself. For more info call: 800-753-3255 http://www.browncounty.com/
May 13th - 15th, 2005:
Battle of Bonneyville
Bristol, IN
Held on the grounds of Indiana's oldest continuously operating grist mill, this Civil War battle re-enactment, complete with dress parade, is a living history experience.
http://www.elkhartcountyparks.org/battleofbonneyville.htm
May 14th, 2005:
Taste of Noble County
Ligonier, IN
10am-6pm, Held on the grounds of the Noble County Community Foundation. Come experience the world! See ethnic entertainment, buy crafts, taste food, and see exotic animals. Fun for all ages! For more info contact: Beth Munk 866-894-6832
May 14th - 15th, 2005:
Gasthof Spring Festival
Montgomery, IN
The Gasthof Amish Village (Restaurant, Bakery and Hotel) located in Montgomery, IN in the heart of southern Indiana's Amish country hosts Spring Festival. Enjoy delicious homemade Amish food, baked goods from our bakery, craft vendors, flea market, wagon rides, Gospel entertainment, petting farm, homemade ice cream making, antiques, farm demonstrations and more. All day fun for all ages. We also offer unique shops on our property as well as our Gasthof Village Inn 82 room hotel for reservations please call 812-486-2600. For more information about the Spring Extravaganza email or call: Jocelyn Burger 812-486-4900 or visit our website at www.Gasthofamishvillage.com
May 21st, 2005:
Civil War Day
Noblesville, IN
Conner Prairie - Honor America's veterans with a day of Civil War battle re-enactments, artillery demonstrations and infantry drills! Go back in time to the 1860s and talk with a soldier, enlist in the Army and visit an infantry camp or field hospital. Beware, uniformed soldiers are out and about trying to get new recruits. You may find yourself lining up and marching with the soldiers! Learn about America's military past and share this experience with your family. Free with general admission.
May 21st - 22nd, 2005:
Friendship College Rendezvous
Friendship, IN
Living History - What's That? Come and join us to learn about re-enacting the past! The Sixth Annual Friendship College Rendezvous will be held at the beautiful NMLRA's Curly Gostomski Primitive Range, in Friendship, Indiana. This will be a unique rendezvous experience designed to help those who are interested in buckskinning learn more about this wonderful sport. Types of Classes: Frontier Cooking - 18th Century Music - Hawk & Knife Throwing - Blacksmithing - Basket Weaving - Shooting Muzzleloaders - Trekking - Revive That Hat - Spinning - Fire Craft - Brazier Making - Pottery ... Traders and Sutlers are welcome and encouraged to attend.
NMLRA Main Page ... Attending Shoots ... Friendship Range
May 21st - 22nd, 2005:
Locust Hill Living History
Greencastle, IN
Locust Hill Antiques and Gallery presents a Civil War Living History where re-enactors, settlers, and craftsmen depict life as t was during this period. There is no admission charge and plenty of room to park behind Locust Hill. Locust Hill, built in 1834, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The historic home been featured on several Indianapolis television stations and in Wanda Willis' book "haunter Hoosier Trails." Locust Hill is located seven miles north of Greencastle, Indiana. For more information contact: Barbara Lane 765-653-3846
May 26th - 29th, 2005:
Tri-State Bluegrass Festival
Kendallville, IN
Noble County 4-H Fairgrounds (580 North Fair Street)
May 26 - June 4, 2005:
Wabash Valley Festival
Terre Haute, IN
Held in Fairbanks Park, the 21st Annual Wabash Valley Festival includes carnival rides, flea market, crafts, bingo, high school bands, gospel music and lots of food. Monday-Thurs. 6:00-10:30pm, Friday 6:00-11:30pm & Sunday 1:00-9:00pm. Admission is Free. For more info call: Rita Coleman-Alsop, 812-232-2727
May 28th, 2005:
Starlight Strawberry Festival
Starlight, IN
St. John's Starlight invites you to join us for a day of good food and entertainment, featuring our buffet style chicken dinner and build your own strawberry shortcake. Entertainment will include craft booths, live music & dancing, soap-box derby, 4 Mile Berry Run, Quen and mini-queen contest, carnival rides, beer garden, gaming and evening entertainment featuring the music of Norman Rockswell.
8am- Midnight. For more info contact: Patrick Stumler 502-639-9129
May 28th - 29th, 2005:
Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous
Vincennes, IN
One of the Midwest’s premier Revolutionary War re-enactments occurs Memorial Day weekend at the site of the foremost American victory throughout the frontier. The Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous is a 1700 to 1812 Era festival. Revolutionary battle reenactments by Northwest territory alliance solders, era period camp sites, merchant traders, demonstrators, entertainment, children's games and food. For more info contact Junior and Charlotte Fischer, 1320 Upper 11th St., Vincennes, Indiana, 47591. Call 812-882-7079
May 30th, 2005:
25th Annual Great Race Sports Festival
Elkhart, IN
32 multiple sporting events in one great weekend! 10K and ˝ marathon; in-line skate; 50K and Criterion bicycle races; dog walks; and fun walks are just a few of the activities.
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June 1st - 30th, 2005:
The Arts in Brown County
Nashville, IN
Juried art shows and demonstrations, and tours of log cabins and country homes. This home town festival features art studios and gardens, live theatre performances, a bluegrass festival and well known country music stars. For more info contact Teresa Anderson 800-753-3255 http://www.browncounty.com/
June 1st - 4th, 2005:
Wabash Valley Festival
Terre Haute, IN
It's festival time, and Fairbenks Park in Terre Haute will be the place to be when the Terre Haute Parks and Recreation's department hosts the annual Wabash Valley Festival. You will find fun for the entire family, from exciting rides and games on the mid-way, to wandering through the flea markets, hungry, we are sure to have just what you want from elephant ears to fried veggies, and a lot in-between. Bingo anyone? we have got you covered there too. Enjoy live entertainment each evening, from high school bands to "Elvis" and much more! It's all at the Wabash Valley Festival in Terre Haute. For more info call: Rita Coleman-Alsop, 812-232-2727
June 1st - 4th, 2005:
Jubilee Days
Knightstown, IN
Four days of fun and entertainment. Carnival games, rides, Parade, Queen contests, kiddie tractor pull, kids' rides and great food. Wed-Friday 511pm. Saturday Noon-11pm For more info call: Bill Gorman 1-800-668-1895 http://www.knightstownchamber.com/home.html
June 2nd - 9th, 2005:
Linton Freedom Festival
Linton, IN
Held at Humphreys Park. The largest Independence Day Parade in Indiana. Arts, crafts, flea market, carnival, live bands, horse-pull and fireworks. Classic Car Cruise-In, bike race, and live entertainment. No Admission charge. Hours vary. For more information call: Tammy Martin
812-847-4846 http://www.lintonchamber.org/
June 3rd - 5th, 2005:
Remembering James Dean
Marion, IN
Marion will host a three-day festival marking the 50th anniversary of James Dean's death June 3-5 at the Marion Municipal Airport (5904 S Western Ave)
June 4th, 2005:
Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival
West Lafayette, IN
"Taste the Experience" of Indiana wine at the 5th annual Vintage Indiana Wine, Food Festival. Celebrate with Indiana's wineries as they offer over 100 of their award winning wines. Enjoy a favorite food and drink or try something new... Sip a glass at the festival or take a bottle home... Its your chance to enjoy a GRAPE day the Indiana way. For more info contact Sally Linton at 765-496-3842 http://www.vintageindiana.com/
June 4th, 2005:
Herb & Garden Festival
Charlestown, IN
The Sunnyside Master Gardeners will be holding their 7th Annual Herb and Garden Festival from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., at the Clark County, 4-H Fairgrounds, 9608 Hwy. 62 in Charlestown, Indiana. This event will have vendors indoors as well as outdoors. There will be booths with gardening related-items, herbs and perennials for sale, as well as informational booths for clubs, societies, a special activities children booth, and your garden/lawn care related questions answered. An herbal lunch will be available from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. New vendors and clubs are welcomed! Reservations for vendor spaces will be taken on a first come first served basis. All non-profit organization booth spaces are free!
For more information or if you have any questions about the program or the arrangements for vendors contact Colleen Craven-Becker at 812-948-5470
June 4th, 2005:
Strawberry Festival
Lafayette, IN
Lafayette YWCA, 605 N. 6th Street, 6th & Cincinnati Streets in downtown Lafayette
The Strawberry Festival is the YWCA of Greater Lafayette's largest annual fund-raising event, and proceeds benefit all YWCA programs. Your participation supports the YWCA's efforts to end domestic violence, eliminate financial barriers so all women have access to cancer screenings, provide quality childcare, and help people improve their health and fitness. Thank you for your support!
If you have any questions, please call the YWCA at (765) 742-0075.
June 4th-5th, 2005:
Brown county Log Cabin Tours
Nashville, IN
Travel through the gentle rolling hills of Brown County and visit four log cabins and one country home during our annual log cabin tour. The private homes feature gardens, antiques and the work of local artists. Tour benefits local charitable projects. The Tour is from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm both days. Follow the signs in downtown Nashville. Self guided tour begins at The Gazebo on the Village Green, one block west of the courthouse stoplight on tour dates. Info on tickets is available at PO Box 39, Nashville, IN 47448, or (800) 753-3255. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Tour hours are 10am-4pm CST. For more info call Amy Oliver 812-988-6126
http://www.brown-county-indiana.com/logcabin/tour.html
June 4th - 5th, 2005:
Blast From the Past, Park Fest
Russellville, IN
Come and enjoy food, fun, fellowship and take a step back in time to our little town that time has forgot, bring your lawn chairs and blankets and spend the entire day. We are in North Western Putnam County just off of State Rd. 236 West. Vendor and craft booths open both days @ 11am. On Saturday Modified and stock truck show, Miss Russellville Park and Little Miss Russellville Park contest, King and Queen contest, ending the day with a free dance in the park, Sunday church service at 9:30am, homemade pie contest both days for children of all ages. For more info contact Dianna Gorrell at 765-435-2813
June 5th, 2004:
Cherokee Ridge Country Fest
Solsberry, IN
Held at Cherokee Ridge Gardens. A festival on 70 woodland acres featuring local artisans, demonstrations, workshops and sales. Proceeds benefit Eastern Heights YMCA. 10am- 4pm. This year's theme is "Famous Hoosiers" For more information contact: Sarah Manis 812-876-1349 http://hometown.aol.com/cherokeeridge/home.htm
June 7th-11th, 2005:
New Haven Canal Days
New Haven, IN
Canal Days will feature a wide array of events for every age! A car cruise, fishing derby, Shrine Parade of Lights, 5K Run and much more will be included in the 2003 lineup of activities. Kid's Day on Friday (Noon-3:00) will bring over 500 tykes to Schnelker Park for 3 hours of free "everything"!! Two entertainment stages will provied free music and shows for every age, including Spike & the Bulldogs on Saturday, June 7th. Don't miss the Grand Parade, Amusement Rides provided by Kissel Rides & Shows, scholarship pageant, Arts & Crafts and "Canal Eatery" food tent, chocked full of wonderful meals for the family! Profits from this community celebration are funneled back into the community to benefit our residents. We welcome inquiries from merchandise vendors, however we do not book independent food vendors. For more info contact Jayne Bailey 260-749-2972
June 9th - 11th, 2005:
Round Barn Festival
Rochester, IN
Big tents with arts and crafts, food booths, free musical entertainment, local art exhibit, kid's games on the court house lawn, story telling, karaoke, water melon seed spitting, bubble gum blowing, and pie eating contests. Spike & the Bull Dogs and the Newlywed game on Thursday night. Bus tours of round barns and a one room school. Twilight parade 7pm Friday evening. 3 on 3 basketball tournaments for youth and adult teams downtown, singles tennis tournament at the high school, doubles or mixed doubles golf tournament on Saturday. For more info contact Alison Heyde at 574-224-2666
http://www.contactrochester.org/rbf.htm ... http://www.rochestertourism.org/events.asp
June 9th - 12th, 2005:
Newport ItalianFest
Riverfront - Thurs 6:30pm-11pm - Fri 5:30pm-11pm - Sat 11am-11pm - Sun 12noon-9pm
Italianfest, named a Top 20 Event in June by the Southeast Tourism Society, is held along Newport’s Riverboat Row between the Taylor-Southgate and L&N Bridges. The festival has authentic Italian food and live Italian music performed by entertainers from around the nation, a Golf Outing, Spaghetti Nob Benefit-NPI RiverWalk, a Family Photo Booth-which showcases the history of Italian families that settled in Newport generations ago, pizza eating contest, cooking contest, games, rides, and fireworks. For more information, please call 859-292-3666
June 10th - 12th, 2005:
Lotus Dickey Hometown Reunion
Paoli, IN
The Lotus Dickey Hometown Music and Arts Reunion is held the second full weekend in June.
This reunion is inspired by and dedicated to the memory of Quinton Lotus Dickey, songwriter, fiddler, and inspiration to generations of old time musicians. Lotus loved to share his music and talents freely with everyone, and in this spirit, we come together each year to celebrate Lotus's memory, and to play the music he loved so well. Musicians gather on the Orange County Court lawn to perform acoustical music from Friday evening, all day and evening on Saturday and noon until 8pm on Sunday. A good variety of food and arts booths are available; on Saturday KIDZ ARTS is available for all ages of kids - usually painting wooden articles witch they keep. Free musical workshops are held on Saturday, teaching and demonstrating various musical instruments. The Court lawn is a beautiful setting with clean music for all ages. Bring your own seating. No admission fee. Three highways, 37, 56, 150, connect on the Paoli square. For more info contact Mabel Fultz at 812-723-4318 http://lotusdickey.org/
June 10th - 11th, 2005:
Middle Eastern Festival
Indianapolis, IN
Middle Eastern foods, pastries, live music, dancing,
gold jewelry, gifts, cultural displays, cooking demonstrations, silent auction, and church tours. For more info contact Suzanne Mesalam 317-547-9356
June 10th - 12th, 2005:
Strawberry Fest at the Depot
Upland, IN
Fresh Indiana strawberries, home made shortcakes, and ice-cream social under the tent at the Depot park on Main St. Call two weeks ahead to order flats of strawberries, and pick them up at the festival. Browse antique and craft booths, enjoy music and entertainment, and tour the historic upland train depot museum. All day event. No admission fee, sponsored by Upland Area Historical Society. For more info call 765-998-2152
June 10th - 12th, 2005:
Rhapsody In Green
Elkhart, IN
Spend a fun filled weekend on an island. The summer air is filled with the sounds of musical entertainment from big band to gospel and the aroma of specially prepared foods for every taste. Activities include special children’s games and crafts, vintage autos on display, crafters, and special attractions. No admission.
June 11th, 2005:
Indiana Highland Games
Fort Wayne, IN
Concordia Seminary 9-5pm, $10 Adults, $5 Children.
Thrill to the sounds of a massed pipe band, pipe competition, Scottish harp competition and Celtic entertainment. Enjoy the highland dance competition, heavy athletics, Celtic shopping and Scottish foods. Watch over 100 sheep dogs compete as they where born to do! For more info contact Linda Phillips at 260-637-2831 http://www.scottishsocietyftw.org/
June 11th, 2005:
Very Berry Strawberry Fest
Wabash, IN
Downtown, one day festival. Wonderful strawberry food, handmade crafts, antiques, musical entertainment, children's activities, car show, Rivertales, & 5K run, pinewood derby, dog show & food vendors No Admission charge. For more info contact 260-563-0975
June 11th, 2005:
International Festival of Arts and Culture
Anderson, IN
The first annual International Festival of Arts and Culture will be held Saturday, June 11th, 2005, from 9am until 9pm. The event will be held on Meridian Plaza in downtown Anderson between 9th and 14th street. This festival will feature booths representing the diverse cultures of our area. Representatives of participating cultures will prepare and sell food native to their culture; are invited to dress in attire appropriate to their culture; and are invited to have items of their culture on display at their booths. There will be two stages, with music and dance representatives of the cultures participating in the festival. One stage will be located at town central park at 12th and Meridian Plaza and the second will be located at Citizens Plaza, 9th and Meridian Plaza. The Anderson Fine Arts Plaza will provide hands on art expression for children during the event. Area artisans will have displays of their work for viewing and purchase. The event will be enhanced by a performance by the Anderson Symphony Orchestra. For more info contact Joyce Moore, chair at 765-644-2803
June 11th, 2005:
Summer Fest
Martinsville, IN
Arts & crafts, on the historic court house square, food and live entertainment. Booth space available. For more info contact Brad McConnell at 765-342-6619
June 11th - 12th, 2005:
50th Talbot Street Art Fair
Indianapolis, IN
Featuring over 265 artists juried by the Indiana Artists and Craftsman Assn. Great food and children's activities. Hosted by Herron Morton PI. Assn. Inc. Within the historic boundaries of 16th and 19th streets on Talbot Street Downtown. For more info contact Terry Prentkowski at 317-283-2227
June 11th - 18th, 2005:
Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival
Bean Blossom, IN
39th Annual Bill Monroe Memorial Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival
The oldest, continuous running bluegrass festival in the world!
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
June 11th - 19th, 2005:
NMLRA Spring National Shoot
Friendhip, IN
The National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association exists to promote, support, nurture, and preserve NMLRA's and our nation's rich historical heritage in the sport of muzzleloading through recreational, educational, historical, and cultural venues such as match competition, hunting, gun making and safety, historical re-enactments, exhibits, museums, libraries, and other related programs. The NMLRA's National Shoots are an opportunity to see an important part of our nation's heritage in operation. The NMLRA's Walter Cline Range and the village of Friendship are located in southeastern Indiana about forty miles from Cincinnati, Ohio. The focus of these gatherings is national-class competitive muzzleloading shooting. Most winning scores will be high, but there are so many matches that there truly is something for shooters of all skill levels, and with all types of muzzleloading equipment. Win, lose, or draw, all the matches are enjoyable, and a great opportunity to learn by shooting with the best. The NMLRA has a FREE "Beginners Bench" program on the rifle, pistol, and shotgun ranges where new shooters can try out a muzzleloading firearm under expert supervision. The Range Officer in those locations will be happy to help new shooters fire their first shot.
NMLRA Main Page ... Attending Shoots ... Friendship Range
June 11th - 19th, 2005:
Friendship Flea Market
Friendship, IN
Indiana's most unique open air flea market event drawing vendors from the tri-states Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana as well as from coast to coast ... Always the 2nd Full weekend thru the 3rd full weekend of June and September ... Surrounded by hills, the town of Friendship, Indiana, USA, basks in quiet solitude for most of each year. Hosting one of the world's largest Black Powder Shoots, it comes alive twice a year, Spring and Fall Teaming with activity thousands of visitors pour into the area. One mile east of town on Rt. #62, featuring 500 vendors with merchandise new, old, used and primitive. Yes! We do have food. Food establishments are distributed around the market but probably the best known is the Buffalo Burger stand. Stay late and enjoy the campfire with live country music. Admission is Free. For more info contact: Jan Schnell 859-341-9188
June 15th - 18th, 2005:
Springville Homecoming Festival
Springville, IN
Held at the Old Springville Gym, this festival will have carnival rides, and music such as Bluegrass, Gospel & more. Craft & Arts Booth spaces are free with a contribution to the fire department. Saturday afternoon parade begins at 2pm. Registration for the parade by 1pm. Wheelchair races begin at 11am on Saturday. Located off SR 54, 4 miles west of SR 37 in Lawrence County. For more information contact Bill Raines 812-279-5711
June 16th - 18th, 2005:
Forest Fun Fest
Forest, IN
Three fun filled days of family entertainment. Nightly meal sponsored by the festival committee. This year featuring: chicken and noodles, hog roast and our famous all you can eat fish fry. Nightly entertainment. Food booths, crafts, flea market, carnival rides, games, cake walks, daily raffles, and much more. For more info contact Wendy Terrell at 765-249-2609
June 16th - 19th, 2005:
Blues, Brews & BBQ
Fort Wayne, IN
Get fired up for BBQ RibFest 2005, the 8th Annual Fort Wayne RibFest at Headwaters Park, downtown near the city-county building. The Annual festival is fast becoming one of Ft. Wayne's biggest and most anticipated events of the summer. It's 4 days of unbelieveably delicious, mouth watering barbecue. Slow smoked just the way you like them by national award winning cooking teams as well as some of Ft. Wayne's favorites.
June 17th - 18th, 2005:
Livonia Summer Festival
Livonia, IN
Held at the Livonia Town Park. Friday, The Washington County Cattleman's Association Ribeye Steak Dinner will start serving at 5pm. A large auction of new donated items from area businesses and individuals will follow dinner. Saturday's events include a 3-on3 basketball tournament and horseshoe tournament, as well as the Baby Contest which begins at 10am, the Parade which begins at 12 noon and other fun activities such as a quilt raffle, games, crafts, vendors, food, etc. Livonia is located at the junction of SR 56 and 337, 10 miles east of Paoli and 10 miles west of Salem. For more info call 812-755-1322 or 812-755-4438
June 17th-19th, 2005:
Fulton County Historical Power Show
Rochester, IN
Event includes a John Henry tug of war. You remember John Henry who challenged a power hammer in 1887. Johnny Cash had a hit record about John Henry in the 1950s. This will be a contest of man against iron, to see who can pull the other to a stand still or backwards.
Antique Tractor Olympics with such contests as barrel roll, blind driver (a person stands on the hitch to tell the driver which way to steer), chain in the box, and a balancing board for tractors. There will be lots of fun things that will entertain everybody, the audience and the participants. Musicians or DJ's will play pre-1970 music, such as Bluegrass and Country & Western music.
Vendors of antique equipment parts and a flea market are welcome. Historic tents and traditional crafts will set up within Loyal the Living History Village that portrays 1900-1925. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. both Friday and Saturday nights. On Sunday it will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admissions will be $3 for adults, free for children age 11 and under. For more info contact Melinda Clinger
574-223-4436
http://www.rochestertourism.org/FestivalDetails.asp?FestivalID=11 ... http://www.htctech.net/~fchs/events.htm
June 17th - 19th, 2005:
Indy Jazz Fest
Indianapolis, IN
Indy Jazz Fest takes place every year in beautiful White River State Park's Military Park and the IUPUI Library lawn in downtown Indianapolis.
June 18th, 2005:
Summer in the City Festival
South Bend, IN
The South Bend Summer in the City Festival will be held on Saturday at Howard Park and Seitz Park from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Highlights for the festival include vendors of all varieties, live entertainment, bingo, inflatable ride entertainment, children's games, family activities, a parade and the Zolman Tire Car Show. For more information contact Teresa McClure at 574-299-4768 ext. 239 or Sue Ann Brunty, Entertainment Coordinator at 299-4768 ext. 238
June 18th, 2005:
Pennsy Trail Art Walk
Greenfield, IN
Celebrate Summer in Greenfield on the Pennsy Trail, Center Street, one block south of US 40. Art fair, food, entertainment, children's activities, antique appraisals, and more! Benefit for Independent Residential Living, MHA Hancock County, A Day Adult Day Care. For more information call 317-861-0032 ext. 322
June 18th, 2005:
Corazon y Manos Latin America Festival
Plymouth, IN
This festival has something for everyone! Featuring different styles of Latin American music, food and arts, and a kids area. Latin Fest offers top notch Latin music of all genres and fabulous food vendors and artisan booths. Each year Latin Fest grows just a bit more. Come and enjoy the Latin culture. Noon-10pm. Admission is Free. For more info contact Shiloh Fonseca at 574-936-7255
June 18th, 2005:
Lafontaine Festival
LaFontaine, IN
Quilt show, parade, food, tractor show, bluegrass band, mini-indy cars, kids games, car show, live band, ice-cream social, gospel singing. For more info contact Michael Loschiayo at 765-981-4561
June 18th, 2005:
Orestes Oak Festival
Orestes, IN
Crafts June 18th-19th, car show on the 20th. Parade and Pork Chop Dinner and Karaoke, frog jumping, tractor show, entertainment, good food, car show. For more information contact Dennis Pickering 765-754-7966 http://www.orestesoaktreefestival.com/
June 18th, 2005:
Pumpkinvine Bicycle Ride
Elkhart, IN
Happy trails for every skill level. Rides from 22 to 100 miles travel through the scenic Amish countryside. Guaranteed camaraderie and homemade pie at the end of the trek! Entry fee.
http://www.pumpkinvine.org/
June 20th - 25th, 2005:
Dearborn County 4-H Community Fair
Aurora, IN
(Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds) Traditional county fair includes rides, livestock exhibitions, demo-derbies, entertainment, food and fun for more info contact Mike Hornbeck at 812-926-1189
June 21st - 24th, 2005:
Air Race Classic
Purdue University - Lafayette, IN
The Air Race Classic has established a Collegiate Challenge Trophy for the high placing college or university teams competing in the Air Race Classic each year.
June 22nd-26th, 2005:
Celebrate Schererville Festival
Schererville, IN
Celebrate Schererville Festival is held at Redar Park (approx. 40 miles south of Chicago) on June 23-27, 2004. Our five day fest includes food and novelty booths, beer garden, amusement rides and "showmobile" stage entertainment. Highlights this year include the Beatlemania band "British Export" on Friday night, and our 14th annual town parade on Saturday evening at 6pm. Wednesday thru Friday our fest is open from 5-11pm, Saturday and Sunday our fest is open from 2-11pm. For more info contact: John Novacich 219-865-5530 http://www.ci.schererville.in.us/parksandrec/index.html
June 23rd - 25th, 2005:
Lagro Good Ole Days
Lagro, IN
Activities will be teen dance, car show, Elvis impersonator, parade, royalty, karaoke and hamburger eating contests, line and square dancers, gospel and popular band entertainment, bake-off, games, such as duck pond, big-wheel and scooter race, other games for kids, garden tractor pull and square dance on lawn mowers, also cloggers will be featured. There will be an ice cream social, hog roast, chicken BBQ, tenderloin supper and a Saturday morning breakfast. A cake walk, bingo, weight lifting, petting zoo and kiddy tractor pull have been added. For more info contact Scott Siders at 260-782-2451
June 23rd - 26th, 2005:
Evansville Freedom Festival
Evansville, IN
Thunder on the Ohio Thunderboat Races and an Air Show featuring the US Navy Blue Angels and the US Army Golden Knights parachute team
June 24th - 26th, 2005:
Irish Heritage Festival
Newport, KY
On the Riverfront - Friday 6-11pm - Saturday 12noon-11pm - Sunday 12noon-9pm
A weekend long celebration of this area’s second largest immigrant population that features authentic Irish food, song, dance and literature. For more information, please call 513-474-9755
June 24th - 26th, 2005:
Elkhart Jazz Festival
Friday, Elkhart, IN
It’s jazz at its purest as internationally acclaimed musicians perform in a variety of venues throughout the downtown. Ticket prices vary.
http://www.elkhartjazzfestival.com/
June 24th - 26th, 2005:
Indiana Fiddlers' Gathering
Battle Ground, IN
Tippecanoe Battlefield ... The Indiana Fiddlers' Gathering is a three-day acoustic music festival featuring the best in old-time, bluegrass, swing jazz fiddle, string band, Celtic and ethnic music on one stage. Presented by Indiana Fiddlers' Gathering, Inc., the festival draws up to 10,000 people annually to hear the best in traditional music. Past performers have included John Hartford, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Johnny Gimble, John McCutcheon, Mike Seeger, Tom Paley, Chris Thile & Nickel Creek, Robin & Linda Williams, Carry Newcomer, Howard Armstrong, Johnny Frigo, Claude Williams, Jethro Burns, Rocky Stone, and countless others.
June 24th - 26th, 2005:
Moscow Covered Bridge Festival
Moscow, IN
Lots of musical entertainment, great food, civil war encampment and a Saturday morning parade with Angela Buckman (WISH-TV meteorologist) as grand marshal. Church service on Sunday, Amish baked goods, DJ service all weekend, food vendors, buggy rides, large flea market, antiques, collectables, craft vendors and a 330 foot covered bridge. For more info contact Pat Daub at 317-634-9406
June 24th - 26th, 2005:
Mid-America Windmill Museum Festival
Kendallville, IN
Our festival features one of the most important machines that contributed to the progress of the American way of life from the 17th century through today's technology. On display, 46 beautifully built and restored windmills. This signature display is worth a visit just to see it's massive presence. Your visit will not be complete until you tour our 1820's era restored bank barn. It houses a gift shop, short video and displays featuring the windmill era. Also at this event, antiques from Indiana, Ohio and surrounding areas. Quality crafters, demonstrations, blacksmith, food booths Civil War Camp (Living History Museum). Entertainment includes a Dulcimer Group, Harp Player and Circus Calliope. Hours Friday & Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 9am-4pm. Admission is $3.00 for adults, Children 6-12, $2.00, and under 5 are free. For more info contact JoAnn Burke 260-347-8536
http://www.midamericawindmillmuseum.com/
June 25th, 2005:
Gaelic Festival
Valparaiso, IN
Sunset Hill Farm County Park. Live Scottish and Irish music. Celtic activities. Kid's Activities. Import, artisan and fine handcrafted merchandise booths. Food court and beer garden.
June 25th, 2005:
Morgantown Art Festival
Morgantown, IN
Annual juried show of arts and crafts from the surrounding area, featuring booths, food, music and great shops. http://www.gatewaytobrowncounty.com/
June 25th - 26th, 2005:
NMLRA Territorial Matches - Indiana
Friendhip, IN
The National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association exists to promote, support, nurture, and preserve NMLRA's and our nation's rich historical heritage in the sport of muzzleloading through recreational, educational, historical, and cultural venues such as match competition, hunting, gun making and safety, historical re-enactments, exhibits, museums, libraries, and other related programs. The NMLRA's National Shoots are an opportunity to see an important part of our nation's heritage in operation. The NMLRA's Walter Cline Range and the village of Friendship are located in southeastern Indiana about forty miles from Cincinnati, Ohio. The focus of these gatherings is national-class competitive muzzleloading shooting. Most winning scores will be high, but there are so many matches that there truly is something for shooters of all skill levels, and with all types of muzzleloading equipment. Win, lose, or draw, all the matches are enjoyable, and a great opportunity to learn by shooting with the best. The NMLRA has a FREE "Beginners Bench" program on the rifle, pistol, and shotgun ranges where new shooters can try out a muzzleloading firearm under expert supervision. The Range Officer in those locations will be happy to help new shooters fire their first shot.
NMLRA Main Page ... Attending Shoots ... Friendship Range
June 25th-26th, 2005:
Fishers Freedom Festival
Fishers, IN
Two days of fine arts and crafts, live entertainment, games, food and activities for all ages. 5K walk/run, business vendors, dog disc demo, blood drive, food drive and school supply drive. Saturday night street dance, Sunday parades and fore works at dusk. For more info call 317-595-3195
June 25th - 26th, 2005:
Eiteljorg Museum Indian Market
Indianapolis, IN
This two day event, occurring annually the weekend after fathers day, is the mid west's largest juried show and sale of authentic, handmade native American art and draws some of the county's most collected artists. Visitors can partake of and participate in authentic native American cultural activities, including story telling, dancing, food and musical performances, as well as crafts for the whole family. Robert Mirabal 2003 NAMMY artist of the year performs Saturday. For more info contact Jaq Nigg at 317-636-9378 ext. 169 http://www.eiteljorg.org/ejm/home.asp
June 25th - 26th, 2005:
122nd Fighter Wing Open House & Airshow
Ft Wayne, IN
COL Jeffrey A Soldner (260)478-3205
June 25th - 26th, 2005:
Laketonian Days
Laketon, IN
Car show, tractor pull, community garage sale, flea market, crafts, horse shoe pitch and food. For more info contact Hans J. Harms 779 W. 900 N. North Manchester, Indiana 46962; 260-982-2740
June 26th, 2005:
Wanamaker Old Settlers Day
Indianapolis, IN
A one day street festival. 8800 block of Southeastern Av. (South East Indy). Arts, crafts, a variety of ethnic foods, children's activities and a antique car show. For more info contact Tom Potts at 317-862-2041
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June 29th-July 4th, 2005:
4th of July Festival
Covington, IN
Join us for family fun, rides and booths, free entertainment, Saturday parade and Queen pageant! For more info contact Donna Freed 765-793-4569
June 30 - July 3, 2005:
Central Indiana Bluegrass Festival
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
June 30 - July 4th, 2005:
Lawrence Summer Festival
Lawrence, IN
"Heroes" is the theme for the Lawrence Summer Festival. The City of Lawrence, on the northeast corner of Marion County is the former home of U.S. Army Fort Benjamin Harrison and the Idependence holiday is the most anticipated of the year. the celebration begins on with the opening of the Luehrs Spectacular Midway and supporting community events. Sunday, July 4th dawns with a pancake breakfast followed by the Lions Club Fish Fry and the July 4th parade. A Civil War encampment, Patrick Henry Patriotic Oratory, Senior Activities Bingo, Little League All-Star Games, car show, crafts show, psychic fair, open air Patriotic Concert and Fireworks Extravaganza complete the holiday events! For more information contact Brian Bulger or Glenda Honeycutt at 317-549-4815 http://www.cityoflawrence.org/
July 1st - 3rd, 2005:
Madison Regatta
Madison, Indiana, is steeped in a competitive tradition that dates back to the 1800s when steamboats raced each other on the legendary Ohio River. Perhaps because of this, boat racing is very deeply engrained in the public consciousness. The Ohio River Valley has been a hotbed of hydroplane activity for much of this century. In the post-World War II era, more Unlimited races have been run on the Ohio River than on any other venue.
July 1st - 4th, 2005:
Glorious Fourth
Noblesville, IN
Conner Prairie - Celebrate America’s heritage during this popular annual event! The Fourth of July has always been important to Americans. See how this celebration has changed (or not changed) over the years! March with the Prairietown militia as it musters, taste some homemade ice cream and join in an historic base ball game. Wave the red, white and blue as you listen to some patriotic music. With special activities in each historic area, there is something for the entire family! Free with general admission.
July 1st-4th, 2005:
Lawrence Summer Festival
Lawrence, IN
"Heroes" is the theme for the Lawrence Summer Festival. The City of Lawrence, on the northeast corner of Marion County is the former home of U.S. Army Fort Benjamin Harrison and the Idependence holiday is the most anticipated of the year. the celebration begins on with the opening of the Luehrs Spectacular Midway and supporting community events. Sunday, July 4th dawns with a pancake breakfast followed by the Lions Club Fish Fry and the July 4th parade. A Civil War encampment, Patrick Henry Patriotic Oratory, Senior Activities Bingo, Little League All-Star Games, car show, crafts show, psychic fair, open air Patriotic Concert and Fireworks Extravaganza complete the holiday events! For more information contact: Brian Bulger or Glenda Honeycutt at 317-549-4815 http://www.cityoflawrence.org/
July 1st-4th, 2005:
4th of July Parade and Festival
Whiting, IN
Whiting's 4th of July celebration is second to none! One of the oldest continuous 4th of July parades is held in our fair city as people gather on Indianapolis Blvd. and down through 119th Street to Whiting Park, our traditional parade route. Bands, floats, civic organizations, clowns and horses are all part of each year's exciting patriotic parade. And Whiting's celebration includes not only the parade but a huge amusement carnival held at Lakefront Park during the 4th of July week.. The celebration on the Lakefront features traditional children's and adult rides and amusements. There's a Beer Garden with live entertainment too. And nothing is as exciting as the final Fireworks right here on the shores of Lake Michigan each year. For more info contact Elaine Gajewski at 219-659-7700
http://www.whitingindiana.com/
July 1st-4th, 2005:
Cedar Lake Summer Fest
Cedar Lake, IN
Town complex -- Morse St. and Constitution Ave. Hours vary, parking is only $3.00. Events include Carnival, food vendors, car show, land and boat parade, talents show, beer garden, bingo fireworks and a variety of live entertainment. for more info call: Mary Joan Dickson 219-374-4444 or Diane Jostes 219-374-6157
July 1st-3rd, 2005:
Aurora Firecracker Craft Festival
Aurora, IN
A weekend filled with fun for the kiddies, crafts for the ladies, and food for the entire family. Youth activities, stage entertainment, many craft and variety foods all on the beautiful Ohio river bank, State Road 56. Fireworks on Saturday night. Come visit our variety of interests for your entire family. No admission charge. For more info call: Nancy Turner at 812-926-1786
July 2nd, 2005:
Haynes-Apperson Festival
Kokomo, IN
Celebrating Kokomo's automotive heritage. Car shows, parade, live music, sports, fireworks, carnival, food, crafts and more. 10am-10pm. Admission is free.
For more info call Dave Broman 765-459-4191
July 2nd, 2005:
Goshen Freedom Festival
Goshen, IN
Goshen Municipal Airport
July 2nd-3rd, 2005:
Canal Days
Delphi, IN
Wabash & Erie Canal Park
Canal Days Festival brings history and heritage in contact with the public in mid summer. Held in Canal Park, 11 blocks north of the stop light at the Carrol County court house in Delphi. Follow Washington street to the park along the watered 165 year old Wabash and Erie canal. The big street parade is on Saturday July 3rd at 10am. Historic rendezvous camp, displays, food, music and the new Canal Interactive Center is open. For more info contact: Jeannie Logan 765-564-3118 http://www.wabashanderiecanal.org/
July 4th, 2005:
4th of July Extravaganza
Wabash, IN
Held in the city park. Family fun, sports competitions, live entertainment, music, children's games, food, crafts. 10am-6pm. Admission is free. For more info contact Beth Miller 260-563-4663
July 4th, 2005:
Franklin July 4th Fest
Franklin, IN
"Franklin 4th Fest - An Old Fashion 4th of July" Held on the grounds of the Indiana Masonic Home at the fountain. Bring a picnic basket dinner or purchase food at the Masonic Home food tent. Kid's parade at 6:00, free games for the kids, great family entertainment including Jungle John and on stage music. Fantastic fireworks at dark. For more info contact Pam Gibson at 317-736-3689 http://www.franklin-in.gov/parks/
July 4th, 2005:
Limestone Heritage Festival
Bedford, IN
July 4th parade featuring military flyover, ice cream social, community band concert, fish fry, veterans breakfast, tennis tournament, free open air concert, fireworks with music. For more info contact Susan Gales at 812-275-5907 x253
July 4th, 2005:
Valparaiso July 4th Celebration
Valparaiso, IN
Kick back to a "hometown" 4th of July Celebration in Valparaiso....The Tom Milo Big Band will perform along with the dancing by the Goodtime Cloggers. A solemn "Retired Flag Cremation" will also take place. Popcorn & snacks courtesy of the Mayor's Patriotic Committee will be available. At dusk the sky will light up with a grandiose fireworks display orchestrated to a live radio simulcast of patriotic tunes...Bring your blankets...bring your family for a evening of fun! For more info call Glennas Kueck 219-464-8332
July 4th, 2005:
The Crabb Family Celebration
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
July ???-TBD-???, 2005:
St. Christopher Mid-Summer Festival
Speedway, IN
(Corner of 16th & Lynhurst)
The St. Christopher Mid-Summer Festivals is one of the oldest Festivals in the state of Indiana. Since July, 1941 the Festival has been known as "The Festival that's Tops in Food". People come from all over the state for the famous hand battered fish sandwiches as well as the made from scratch pork barbecue and Coney sauce. We also have "State Fair" pork chops (Saturday only) and Filipino pork kabobs, braised noodles, and egg rolls. Side dishes include home made macaroni and cheese, cole slaw, baked beans, and corn on the cob. Entertainment at the festival includes amusement rides provided by Poor Jack's Amusements, a children's games area, nightly bingo games, and a Monte Carlo game area. For more information contact A.J. Ploughe (Food, drinks, snacks) , or Tom Edwards (Rides, Games, Entertainment, general information) 317-241-6314
http://www.indyfestival.com/
July 8th-9th, 2005:
Cedar Valley Bluegrass
Derby, IN
Bring your lawn chairs and listen to top Bluegrass performers. Enjoy as well the arts & crafts, and concessions available. The event opens Friday at 7pm and Saturday at Noon. For more info contact Jeremy Yackle 1-888-343-6262, or e-mail perrycountycvb@psci.net
July 8th - 9th, 2005:
Jack Cox Days
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
July 8th-9th, 2005:
Blues, Jazz and Fine Arts Festival
Munster, IN
For two days in July close to 10,000 people will travel to Munster to tap their toes to the music, munch on their favorite foods, browse the wonderful fine arts and relax with their family and friends at the Blues, Jazz and Fine Arts Festival. This fine festival offers national and international Blues and Jazz recording artists throughout the two days. For more info contact Chuck Gardiner at 219-836-7275
July 8th-9th, 2005:
Spiceland Freedom Festival
Straughn, IN
The annual street fair is held in downtown Spiceland with flea market, crafts and food booths, live music, gospel sing, baby-contest, chili cook-off, grill off, 3 on 3 basketball tourney, duck race, kids entertainment, car show and one of the largest parades in Henry County. For more info contact Debbie at (765)-332-2699 or for parade info contact Dawn at (765)-987-1230
July 9th, 2005:
Wabash Riverfest
Lafayette, IN
Dragon Boat races on the Wabash River, craft booths, entertainment, and food. Tapawingo Park, 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. For more information contact Lisa Morrow 765-447-9999
June 9th-10th, &
July 16th-17th, 2005:
Michigan City Summerfest
Michigan Cit, IN
Three big weekends and 23 separate events celebrating the wonders of Michigan City, the lakefront and beautiful Washington Park. Family fun, music, food, car cruise, Drum Corp show, volleyball tournament, air show, big parade and spectacular fireworks show. Hours vary and there is an admission charge for some events. For more info contact Karen Post 219-878-8273
July 9th - 17th, 2005:
Three Rivers Festival
Ft Wayne, IN
The Three Rivers Festival is an annual 9-day celebration of the Fort Wayne community. Events include an arts fair, children's activities, senior's events, national acts, concessions, a marketplace and a parade which adds up to fun for the whole family. Three Rivers Festival will be 37 years old in 2005. With an estimated attendance of 500,000 people, we are second only to the Indy 500 Festival in the state of Indiana. Three Rivers Festival takes place at Headwaters Park just north of downtown Fort Wayne. 80% of Festival events are free to the public. Festival generates revenue from the following venues: sponsorship, vendor fees, ticket sales, gate admission at the event tent and beer sales. The Board of Directors strives to keep events free or at a low admission fee so that Festival is accessible to all members of the community. Three Rivers Festival continually changes events to keep up with the demands of the public. We welcome any constructive comments that you might have. We hope to see all of you in July.
July 14th - 17th, 2005:
Power from the Past
Winamac, IN
28th Annual Power from the Past ... At the Winamac Town Park
Featuring: Case Tractors & Equipment and Indiana Manufactured Engines
Also: 6th Annual Old Fishing Equipment and Outboard Engine Show
July 15th-16th, 2005:
Oldenburg Freuden Fest
Oldenburg, IN
German music and dancing both Friday and Saturday, food, crafts, games, a 10K Volksmarch and 5K Lauf on Saturday, beer garden, pie auction, old farm machinery and lots of good family fun for everyone. For more info contact Paul Selkirk at 812-934-4676
July 15th - 17th, 2005:
Little Eagle Creek Bluegrass Festival
Westfield, IN
July 15th - 17th, 2005:
GRAND PRIX ON THE LEVEE
Newport, KY
GREATER CINCINNATI CHAMPBOAT GRAND PRIX ON THE LEVEE - Location: Newport Riverfront - This will be the first F1 Boat race in the Cincinnati area in over 20 years.
NOTE: from what i can tell - these are not jet boats - they are souped up OUTBOARD motor powered hydro planes
July 15th - 17th, 2005:
6th Annual City of Gary Airshow
Gary, IN
July 16th-17th, 2005:
A Park Full of Art
Griffith, IN
Central Park (600 North Broad Street) - Stroll through a beautiful park and enjoy the work of 120 juried artists. Refreshments available. Admission is free. 10am-5pm daily. For more info contact Charles Ricks 219-923-6267
July 16th- 23rd, 2005:
Circus City Festival
Peru, IN
Each mid-July approximately 250 young people, ages 7 to 21, supported by 2000 adult volunteers, present 10 performances in an eight-day period. Beautifully costumed performers are so skilled that circus fans find it difficult to believe they are amateurs. The Festival also features a giant Mid-Way, Arts & Crafts, Food Booths, Games and much more. The Mid-Way is open from Monday through Saturday of "Circus Week". The last Saturday of Circus Week features Indiana's second largest parade. Our very own Circus Parade. The fun starts at 10:00 AM. For tickets click HERE For Show Times click HERE For more info contact: Linda Cawood 765-472-3918 or 765-472-2826 Fax
July 18th-23rd, 2005:
Kosciusko County 4-H Fair
Warsaw, IN
The 2004 Kosciusko county 4-h & community fair will be held from July 16th-24th with pre-fair activities starting on the 16th. Our annual Truck pull and Show and Shine will be held the weekend before. Along with our annual fair parade. Many 4-H exhibits, midway rides, and grandstand events await you. Our activity tent is always buzzing with excitement and wonderful entertainment. For more info call Sue Goshert 574-269-1823
July 21st-23rd, 2005:
Ole Boys Toys Expo
Wabash, IN
Held at beautiful Paradise Spring Park River Walk, near downtown Wabash, IN. Antique tractors, farm equipment, gas engines trucks, flea market, craft booths and more. Demonstrations daily with a working threshing machine, sawmill and other equipment. Food available during show hours with specials on grilled tenderloin and BBQ sandwiches on Thursdays and Friday evenings. Special events: Thursday gospel singing at 6:30, Firday Live concert of country, gospel, oldies music at 6:30. For more info contact Don Gillespie at
765-981-2821
July 22nd - 24th, 2005:
MagnoliaFest Midwest
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
July 22nd - 30th, 2005:
Elkhart County 4-H Fair
Elkhart, IN
Bustles with activity during the nationally recognized 4-H Fair. You will enjoy 4-H and open shows, Demolition Derby, rodeo, harness racing, tractor pull, free grand stand concerts. Location: on CR 34, just east of US 33, Goshen, Indiana More Info:574.533.3247
http://www.4hfair.org/
July 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Terre Haute Air Fair
Terre Haute, IN
Terre Haute International Airport - Featuring the USAF Thunderbirds
July 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Cedar Grove Park Bluegrass Festival
Stilesville, IN
Cedar Grove Park Bluegrass Festival twice yearly... July 23rd - 24th ... Sept 3rd - 5th
July 28th-30th, 2005:
Swiss Days
Berne, IN
Discover Switzerland in Indiana! Polka dancing, furniture factory tours, quilt and art show, horse-pulling contest, stein toss contest, crafts, sidewalk sales and Swiss foods. No admission charge. For more info call Berne Tourism at (260) 589-8080
http://www.berneswissdays.com/
July 28th - 30th, 2005:
Vince Combs Bluegrass Festival
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
July 29th - 31st, 2005:
Frankfort Hot Dog Festival
Frankfort, IN
Hi everyone, it's me Frankie. Along with my friends at Frankford main St, we would like to announce that its time for the tenth annual hot dog festival! The festival is a three day event crammed with activities for old dogs and young pups! Three sides of our court house square plus four additional blocks of downtown Frankfort will be dedicated to fun loving festival goers and canine friends. Frankfort main street has committed to this festival for years to come. We are proud to have created a theme related event that is unique in originality and fun for the whole family. Festival activities include: 5K bun walk and run, a puppy park full of activities for kids, quality entertainment, dog days of summer side walk sales, Bowser Bash Auto Extravaganza, and first rate vendors like your self! It would be a dog gone shame if you missed the tenth annual hot dog festival, so register today to secure your spot for this days festival. For more info call: 765-654-4081
http://www.accs.net/mainstreet/festival.htm
July 29th- 31st, 2005:
African Unity Festival
Indianapolis, IN
Held at the Center for Agricultural Science & Heritage Directly across from the Indiana State Fairground. African Unity Festival & Cultural Tourism will celebrate and showcase ethnic cultural experiences. The celebration will enrich lives of all ages and exhibit talents and different forms of history of significant society. It will benefit the community by entertaining, inspiring, challenging and helping to mobilize the community. The event is comprised of traditional market exhibits, cultural performances, an international concert, an education and art exhibit, as well as a youth day. For more info Email or call 317-927-9777 http://www.africancommunity.net/festival.htm
July 29th-31st, 2005:
Pierogi Festival
Whiting, IN
"We're Stuffed with Fun!" Held in historic downtown Whiting, with live polka bands, imported Slovak dancers, beer garden, Arts & Craft show, ethnic food vendors, Polka Parade, Kids' Kourt, more pierogies than there are in Warsaw, Mr. Pieorgi and his dancing Pieroguettes 11am to 10pm Friday & Saturday 11am to 5pm Sunday. Admission FREE For more info call: Gayle Kosalko 219-659-0292 or toll free 1-877-659-0292.
July 30th, 2005:
Hot Summer Nights
Lafayette, IN
Various events and locations including Dancing in the Streets of Downtown Lafayette. This event has it all: classic car show, cruise-in and more! For more information contact Jane Ness, 765-742-2313
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August 3rd-7th, 2005:
Markleville Jamboree
Markleville, IN
Nightly meals, queen contest, entertainment, William's kiddy rides, craft booths and fireworks. For more info contact Wayne E. Fox at 765-533-9012
Aug 4th - 6th, 2005:
State Line Heritage Days
Union City, IN/OH
August 4th-6th, 2005:
Old Settlers
Farmersburg, IN
Small hometown festival. Craft and food vendors welcome. Parade and car show Saturday and live entertainment nightly. For more info contact Don Gaskins at 812-696-2515
August 4th-7th, 2005:
Jasper Strassenfest
Jasper, IN
The Jasper Strassenfest is a family oriented street festival designed to commemorate the German heritage of Jasper, Indiana. Lots of great German music and food. 5K, polka contest, children's games, food booths, carnival rides, beer garden and just so much more. For more info contact Nancy Eckerle at 812-482-6866
Aug 5th - 7th, 2005:
Elkhart Airshow
Elkhart, IN
Elkhart Municipal Airport - Breathtaking performances and high flying aerobatics featuring some of the nation’s best. Including the US Army Golden Knights parachute team. Static and military displays, hands-on opportunities and thrills for all ages.
http://www.elkhartairshow.com/ ... www.amishcountry.org/~...~calendar_event_id=297
August 6th, 2005:
Gasthof Annual Quilt Auction
Montgomery, IN
The Gasthof Amish Village located in Montgomery, IN in the heart of southern Indiana's Amish country hosts a annual quilt auction Saturday August 7th , 2004. Inspection begins at 10am and the auction begins at 12pm. Enjoy delicious homemade Amish food, baked goods from our bakery, craft vendors and flea markets 9am-4pm, carriage rides, petting farm, horse drawn homemade ice cream making. We also offer unique shops on our property as well as our Gasthof Village Inn 82 room hotel, for reservations please call 812-486-2600. for more info email Jocelyn Burger or call 812-486-4900 http://www.gasthofamishvillage.com/
Aug 10th - 21st, 2005:
Indiana STATE FAIR
Indianapolis, IN
Aug 11th - 13th, 2005:
Paul Williams' Gospel Jubilee
Bean Blossom, IN
7th Annual Paul Williams' Bean Blossom Gospel Jubilee ... In Memory of Bill Monroe
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
August 11th-13th, 2005:
North Manchester Fun Fest
North Manchester, IN
Held on Main & Market streets. 350 car Cruise-in, music, food, and entertainment for all ages in the scenic Victorian village of North Manchester. Thursday, 8:30am-10:00pm., Friday & Saturday 9:00am-11:00pm, Sunday Noon-10:00pm. For more info call: Kimberly Shumaker 260-982-7644
Aug 11th - 14th, 2005:
Amish Acres Arts & Crafts Festival
Nappanee, IN
Festivities include 380 exhibitors, three stages of continuous entertainment, paddle boat rides, farm tours, hay wagon rides and plenty of specially prepared foods. Admission charge
http://www.amishacres.com/
August 12th-13th, 2005:
Great Goshen Grill Out
Elkhart, IN
The great Goshen Grill Out will take place in downtown Goshen, Indiana. It is a two day food and entertainment extravaganza that is a must attend for people of all ages. Events include various food vendors serving up delicious menu items, fine art exhibits, an outdoor grilling contest, a pancake breakfast, and kids activities. There will be musical entertainment through out the day and evening. For more info contact Brandi Millslagle at 574-296-5844
Aug 12th - 13th, 2005:
Middlebury Summer Festival
Middlebury, IN
Old-fashioned hometown fun with family games, teen dances, a parade, children’s activities, musical entertainment and lots of tasty food. No admission.
http://www.middleburyin.com/
August 12th-14th, 2005:
Kentland Summer Festival
Kentland, IN
Music, carnival rides, quilt show, antique tractor show, kiddie tractor pull, weed wacker pull, horseshoe contest, flea markets, dance, games, contests, parade, basketball, softball, and church service on Sunday. Friday 5-10 pm; Saturday 8 am-11 pm; Sunday 9 am-5 pm. Admission is FREE. For more info call: Judy Wirtz, (219) 474-6050.
August 12th-14th, 2005:
Dan Patch Days
Oxford, IN
Professional rodeo, Dan Patch Memorabilia Display, parade, bingo, music, food, teen dance, softball tourney, crafts and flea market. For more info contact Lois Miller at 765-385-2531
August 12th-14th, 2005:
Ole' Hickory Days
Colfax, IN
Friday Night Fish Fry by the Fireman, & Entertainment. Junior Mr. and Miss contest. Saturday morning breakfast hosted by the Lions. Parade, Saturday, 10:00am. Throughout the day, bathtub races, Kids tractor pull, Fireman Olympics and other entertainment. Evening: chicken noodle dinner hosted by the UM Church, Also during the celebration, booths, rides, community yard sales, Library book sale and other activities. Sunday morning 9:30 concert by Resurrection. 10:45 worship service. Car show on Sunday. For more information contact, Joseph Wagner 765-650-0231
August 12th-14th, 2005:
Steel Wheel Jamboree
Portage, IN
Portage's Steel Wheels Jamboree is a three day outdoor event scheduled for Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Kick-off activities include; a street dance, classic car cruise-in and a big band concert. Activities throughout the weekend include carnival rides and games, crafts booths, food, beer garden and an outdoor stage with ongoing musical entertainment. Kid's wheeled races and car racing competitions on Saturday, and an indoor 50's concert on Sunday. Event location: Portage High School US Highway 6 Portage, IN. For more info contact
Joy A. Lundstrom at 219-762-3300
August 17th-19th, 2005:
Summer Heat Air Festival
Muncie, IN
Held at the Muncie/Delaware County Airport. 25-40 hot air balloons Two nights of Balloon Illume, aerobatic air shows, fireworks, carnival rides--Saturday Children's Day 1-5pm - unlimited rides for only $10. Musical entertainment each night. Old Car Show and Viper Show on Saturday and Sunday, Corporate picnics, Food vendors, Arts & crafts and local business booths, Kite flying, flight simulators, and model rocket demonstrations. Fun for the whole family! Gate admission is free to children 12 and under 3-day $15.00 souvenir admission pins ($12 in advance) For more info call Marisa Fuoti, Event Director 765-284-2700
Aug 18th - 20th, 2005:
Olde Tyme Music Festival
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
August 18th-21st, 2005:
Greensburg Power of the Past
Greensburg, IN
15th annual machinery show of antique tractors, steam engines and much more. We are featuring this year Oliver and Case tractors, Case steam engines and Maytag hit and miss engines. We will also have a old time fiddle contest, a working saw mill, tractor games, flea market, antique tractor pull, horse pull, wood carving, wagon train, toy show & auction on Sunday, camping primitive, stationary gas engines, entertainment, children's games and farm machinery. For more info contact Clark Martin at 812-663-7869
http://www.greensburgpowerofthepast.org/
August 18th-21st, 2005:
Maumee Valley Antique Steam and Gas Engine Show
Woodburn, IN
Display and operation of antique tractors, steam engines, gas engines and farm machines. Threshing, plowing and corn shredding daily, weather permitting. Steam powered saw mill in operation daily. Other activities include starting and operation of a 125 horsepower Buckeye oil engine, tractor pulling, antique vehicles, flea market, crafts, a juried quilt exhibition, live entertainment and a parade of antique equipment on the grounds Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Full meals and other food concessions available on the grounds. Camping available on grounds. For more info contact Mark Schuller at 260-749-0169
Aug 19th - 20th, 2005:
Madison RibberFest
Madison, IN
Come join us as we celebrate Barbeque, Blues and Balloons at the Madison RibberFest, a two day festival along the scenic Ohio River in historic Madison, Indiana. Regional and national blues bands set the mood as we indulge our taste for some of the best barbeque in the country. One highlight of this event is the Indiana State BBQ Championship Cook Off, the only Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) qualifier for the state of Indiana. The KCBS is the world’s largest organization of barbeque enthusiasts and sanctions more contests than any other association. The Indiana State BBQ Championship Cook Off is scheduled for Saturday, August 20. For folks interested in a more low key competition RibberFest will host a Backyard Blast barbeque contest on Friday, August 19.
August 19th-20th, 2005:
Mums The Word
Bedford, IN
An arts and crafts festival held on the courthouse lawn in downtown Bedford the 3rd weekend in August. Funds for downtown revitalization and Christmas decorations are raised through the sail of chrysanthemums. For more info contact Penny May at 812-275-8047
August 19th-21st, 2005:
Elwood Glass Festival
Elwood, IN
Callaway Park - The 33rd Annual Elwood Glass Festival is bigger than ever! This event commemorates a rich glass heritage with crafts, flea market booths, food, entertainment, a vintage car show, honey open house, Volksmarch, home show, quilt show, carnival, glass factory tours, parade, and much more! No Admission Charge. Fri-Sat, 10am-9pm, Sunday Noon-6pm For more info contact Elwood Chamber of Commerce (765) 552-0180 http://www.elwood.org/glassfestival/
August 19th-21st, 2005:
Medaryville Community Potato Fest
Medaryville, IN
Fish fry and pork chop supper, crafts, flea market, kids games, entertainment, quilt show, raffle, parade, little Miss and Mister contest, car show, antique farm equipment show, antique tractor pull and community church service. For more info contact Vicky Alva at 219-843-3371 or Elaine Parish at 219-843-5263
Aug 20th, 2005:
Blues and Ribs Festival
South Bend, IN
For the past 12 years, thousands of blues fans have converged on St. Patrick's County Park for a full day of Blues and Ribs and family fun.
http://www.mary4music.com/FestsFI.html
August 20th, 2005:
Herb Festival
Wabash, IN
"Herbs along the Wabash" Features Herb and garden related vendors, speakers, and food booths with herbal foods. The day long event is free admission with onsite parking at one dollar per car. For more info contact Pat Lynn 260-513-5153
Aug 20th - 21st, 2005:
Midwest Corvette & Chevy Show
Valparaiso, IN
A Great Annual Event - Porter County Exposition Center & Fairgrounds
40 Chevy classes / 120+ Awards! Swap Meet, Free "For Sale" Corral, Valpo Super Cruise, Midwest Collector Auction, Great Food & Beer Garden, Free Parking!
August 21st, 2005:
Indiana Masonic Home Summer Fest
Franklin, IN
Pilgrimage/Festival. Activities include, Civil War encampment & battle re-enactment, craft demonstrations, live entertainment, great food, and plenty of it, family fun for everyone! Opening ceremony's at 10am will include sky divers deliver the American Flag. Job's Daughters will make their famous cross. Religious services at 9 & 10:30 am. WFMS will broadcast live from noon til 1pm. Brother Lincoln Hamilton and his Little Nashville band, from Nashville, Indiana, will perform on the Main Stage from 1-2:30pm. There will be a parade around the grounds at 3pm. Guided tours of the buildings and grounds will be conducted throughout the day. Veteran cars and other equipment will be on display during the day. Breakfast 7:30-9am. Lunch 11am. Activities are open to the public and parking is free. For more info contact: The Masonic Home (317) 736 6141 Ext. 298 or toll free
888-464-6077
Aug 24th - 28th, 2005:
Antique Engine and Tractor Show
Portland, IN
World's Largest Antique Engine and Tractor Show at the Jay County Fairgrounds
August 25th-27th, 2005:
The Stitchin' Chatter Quilt Club
Portland, IN
Raffle quilt, show of quilted items, vendors and demos. For more info contact Leona Benedict at 260-726-8995
Aug 25th - 27th, 2005:
Bean Blossom Jam Fest
Bean Blossom, IN
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
Aug 25th - 28th, 2005:
Swiss Wine Festival
Vevay, IN
The first Swiss Wine Festival was held in 1968. An old fashioned affair with a flea market on the Courthouse lawn, grape stomping, and stein-tossen, it was hailed a big success. Six years and many thousands of people later, the festival was proclaimed too big and was discontinued. A local event called "The Patchwork Fair" took its place for five years.
A few years later the community felt it was time to pay hommage to our winemaking history, with the addition of a "Wine Tent" featuring Indiana wineries and a move to Ogle Riverfront Park. In addition to traditional events, it features a spectacular fireworks display over the river, a chartered boat for river cruises, and a duck race. The festival's new location has proven to be a crowd pleaser, delighting both old and young alike.
http://www.venus.net/~switzcvb/#Swiss Wine Festival
August 26th-27th, 2005:
The Julian Center's Amish Country Market
Noblesville, IN
The Julian Center's 20th annual Amish Country Market is a fine arts, crafts, antique festival and show. Featuring over 200 exhibitors from Indiana and as many as 15 other states with handcrafted, high quality items and antiques, food vendors, entertainment, live auction, quilt raffle, a variety of foods, country dinner and children's activities. The event benefits the Julian center - a united way servicing women and children who are victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse and sexual assault. For more info contact Sherry McCabe at 317-941-2206
Aug 26th - 28th, 2005:
Indianapolis Air Show
Greenfield, IN
The Indianapolis Air Show takes place at Mt. Comfort Airport, located 12 miles east of Indianapolis. Once again the US Navy Blue Angels return to Indianapolis as our headline act.
August 26th-28th, 2005:
Miami County Heritage Days
Peru, IN
A time line event! There is something for everyone! Living history camps, blanket traders, native American drum and dance! See black powder and hawk throwing demonstrations and hosier ladies aside side saddle shows! Working wood carvers and flint knappers! watch the cowboy mounted shooters competition! Old fashion music, food and crafts! Bring your family and friends and help celebrate your heritage. For more info contact Donald G. Musselman at 765-985-3435 http://www.miamicoheritagedays.com/
August 26th-28th, 2005:
Markle Wildcat Festival
Markle, IN
Come join the fun, with a Parade, games, music, crafts, booths, living history encampment, car show, garden tractor pull and a fun filled family day with many exciting activities for the whole family. For more info contact Robin Lipp 260-758-2855
Aug 27th, 2005:
Island of Blues
Elkhart, IN
Top-notch blues performers, summer breezes and spicy ribs combine for a not to be missed evening in the park under the stars. Admission charge. http://www.elcotheatre.com/
August 27th-28th, 2005:
Roar of Thunder Regatta
Aurora, IN
The 6th annual "A Roar of Thunder" Regatta, 2004 will host the APBA Central Division Championships with competitors from at least 14 states. Race central for the power boat races will be at Lesko Park in downtown, Aurora. The river front park provides a great vantage point to see the action, offering a spectacular view of the Ohio river race course. The cold pit areas will be open to the public, an opportunity to meet the teams and see the racing equipment. Two super APR Superleague classes are on the race card, SST60 (85-90mph) and SST120(115-120mph). Food, entertainment and a children's area are all provided by ARB (Aurora Riverboat Beatification) and offers this family event free to the public. For more info call 1-877-571-6004
http://www.visitsoutheastindiana.com/
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Sept 1st - 5th, 2005:
Lowell Labor Day
Lowell, IN
Kiddie parade, Oldest and Largest Labor Day Parade in Indiana, live stage, Bingo, Vegas Night, arts & crafts, food, and carnival. For more info call Butch Bukovac (219) 696-9288
Sept 2nd - 3rd, 2005:
Brown County Old Settlers Festival
Bean Blossom, IN
129th Brown County Old Settlers Festival Friday and Saturday Sept. 3-4, 2004 at Clupper Grove, 1/2 a mile northwest of Bean Blossom on Old Settlers Road. This festival blends a carnival atmosphere with pioneer exhibits and grandstand program. Other activities include amusement rides, games, crafts booths, food concessions, auction, dance booths, country music, children's contests, hymn sing kiddy peddle tractor pull, bag pipes, and a antique tractor display. Old settlers always offers free admission, free parking and free entertainment. For more info contact Judy Clupper 812-988-2626
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Marshall County Blueberry Festival
Plymouth, IN
The Marshall County Blueberry Festival, held annually on Labor Day Weekend at Centennial park in Plymouth, IN, is one of the Midwest's premier events. The festival was originally organized in 1966 by the Plymouth Jaycees as a Labor Day festival observing the Sesquicentennial. The following year, a group of citizens formed a Board of Directors and organized what is one of today's largest four-day festivals in Indiana.
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Little Italy Festival
Clinton, IN
Italian food & market, music, dancing, grape stomping, wine garden, crafts, entertainment and fireworks. No Admission Charge. Friday 6:30am-11pm, Sat. & Sun. 11am-11pm Monday 11am-9pm. For more info call Jim Muciarelli (765) 832-6606
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Ligonier Marshmallow Festival
Ligonier, IN
Main Street. This three day festival features crafts, amusement rides, cruise in car show, live entertainment, games, food, music, orchestra and parades, 9am-11pm. No admission charge. For more information contact Larry Stahly at 260-894-4159
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Oktoberfest
LaPorte County, IN
Labor Day Weekend crowds will be able to attend the 29th Oktoberfest for the second year at its new location the Laporte County Fairgrounds, SR 2 in Laporte, Indiana. The festival will showcase five areas of live entertainment including Country, Rock, Jazz, and Polka. Come and be part of tradition by enjoying a Big Band Orchestra, Show Groups, Ethnic & Children's entertainment. Make it a point to browse, purchase, and meet our Art 7 Craft vendors with outdoor and indoor locations. A variety of sumptuous foods will fulfill your cravings after experiencing the carnival and rides. If you are looking for something more, travel through the Harley-Davidson Bike Classic and the Corvette Car Show. Times: Friday, 5pm-11pm, Saturday & Sunday, Noon-11pm, Sunday, Noon-8pm. Admission, $2.00, Under 12 Free! For more information contact Gail Bos at 219-874-8927
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Indy Rib Festival
Indianapolis, IN
The Tenth Annual Indianapolis Rib America Festival! Labor Day weekend. This event will once again take place at Military Park. Military Park is located in downtown Indy at the corner of New York and West Streets. FREE ADMISSION DAILY! Food, Beverage & Game tickets will be available for purchase. March of Dimes is the Official Charity of the Rib America Festivals.
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Paragon Homecoming Festival
Paragon, IN
Union Street - Rides, entertainment, crafts, games, music & food. Car show at 8:00am and parade at 1:00 pm on Monday. Something for all ages. No Admission Charge. 11am-Midnight For more info call: Linda Cure (765) 537-2513
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Labor Dayz in Washington Park
Michigan City, IN
3 stages of live entertainment, amusement rides, food, beverages, ethnic edibles, teen island, arts and crafts and something for everyone. For more info contact Joseph Doyle at 219-874-3630
Sept 2nd - 5th, 2005:
Earl Park Fall Festival
Earl Park, IN
32nd Annual Earl Park Fall Festival - Enjoy a Craft and Flea Market, Bluegrass Music, Concession Food Stands, BINGO, and a $250 evening raffle drawing each day of the festival. Every day of the festival features a different dinner specialty, including a fish fry, spaghetti dinner, chicken dinner, and pork chop dinner. The Fall Festival is widely known for its FREE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT including a Truck & Tractor Pull, Demolition Derby, Parade, Car Show, Raffle, Softball Tournament, Horseshoe Tournament, Pedal Tractor Pull, 3-Man Basketball Tournament, Mud Volleyball, Chili Cook-off, and more! For more info call Jeff Albertson 219-474-6563
Sept 3rd - 5th, 2005:
Cedar Grove Park Bluegrass Festival
Stilesville, IN
Cedar Grove Park Bluegrass Festival twice yearly... July 23rd - 24th ... Sept 3rd - 5th
September 3rd, 2005:
Free Oldies Concert
Columbus, IN
Hospice of South Central Indiana & Arvin Meritor Free Oldies Concert. Held at Mill Race Park in Downtown Columbus. Regional opening band and Internationally know headliner. Fireworks, food and merchandise booths. No seating provided, bring lawn chairs or blankets for sitting on the ground. Admission is FREE. Proceeds benefit Hospice of South Central Indiana. For more info email or call Deb Cummings 812-376-5764
Sept 8th - 10th, 2005:
Grabill Country Fair
Grabill, IN
Three fun-filled days with lots of food, crafts, live demonstrations, and free live entertainment. Saturday morning is our "Olde Time Parade" at 10:00am, with a Garden Tractor square dance following at noon. This year the Country Fair will be 35% bigger and 100% better!! You won't want to miss our 35 food booths, and 165 craft booths. Just imagine, the aroma and taste of caramel corn popped over an open fire, apple dumplings with soft ice cream, curly fries, seasoned steak fries, ham & beans with cornbread, fresh produce from the garden, lemonade shake-ups and lots more! Come join us and enjoy the Fair with us "Back When". Activities include an egg toss, watermelon eating contest, baby crawl, frog jumping, pedal tractor pull, cherry pit spit contest, spelling bee, blueberry pie eating contest, sack races, jump rope, nail driving, cross cut saw contest and a pet parade to name a few olde time activities that we still do today! Bring your family and your appetite. We promise you won't be disappointed. Always the weekend after Labor Day. 10 AM to 10 PM each day.
Sept 8th - 10th, 2005:
Dale Annual Fall Festival
Dale, IN
A fun packed family fall festival, with non-stop live entertainment, great food including our famous grilled pork chop, fried chicken dinners, pronto pups, gus burgers and polish sausages. Saturday afternoon features a big parade with marching bands and lots of floats. No admission charges, food at family affordable prices. Carnival rides add to the family fun. Always the weekend after Labor Day. This years festival dates are September 9-11, 2004. For more info call: Mark Lubbehusen 812-937-2467, or e-mail at lubbehusenfarm@psci.net
Sept 9th - Oct 2nd, 2005:
Pioneer Days
Tell City, IN
Pioneer days is an outdoor street festival with entertainment, food, beer garden, fireworks and children's games. For more info contact Jeremy Yackle at 1-888-343-6262
Sept 9th - Oct 23rd, 2005:
The Colors of Brown County
Brown County, IN
Old-fashioned hospitality, art exhibits, fried biscuits and apple butter, pumpkin patches, and nature's artwork from field to sky. Plein air painting, horseback riding, hiking, street musicians, and crispy scented leaves. For information, call 800-753-0044. For a Fall Festival Brochure make your request online at The Colors of Brown County
September 9th, 2005:
Goldenrod Benefit Auction
Goshen, IN
The Goledenrod Benefit Auction and Haystack Supper is a colorful, vibrant family event in the heart of Amish farm country. Come place a bid for a hand-sewn quilt or Amish-crafted furniture and the proceeds benefit adults with developed mental and other disabilities. Admission and parking are free. Buggy parking available. Featuring an authentic Amish haystack supper. "Haystacks" were nationally recognized by Good Housekeeping and given a Paul Newman award. Other foods include BBQ chicken, home made ice cream, specialty Holes county (Ohio) cheese and bologna and gift items of Amish life. The two-ring auction is for all tastes and budgets. The main stage auction, held under a big tent, takes bids on top dollar items and a second ring handles mid-sized items. Items include boats, RVs, trailers, hand crafted furniture, antiques, sporting equipment and hand-sewn quilts. A silent auction offers services donated by area businesses and individuals. Smaller donations, hand-crafted items and bake sales items are "cash and carry". For more info contact Robin Ebright Zehr at
574-533-9720 ext 5 http://www.goldenrodonline.org/
Sept 9th - 10th, 2005:
Fall Creek Heritage Fair
Pendleton, IN
Over 250 booths throughout historic Falls Park. All handmade crafts, lots of good food including homemade baked goods, kettle corn, dried fruits & nuts and the Kiwanis famous K-burger. An auction is held Saturday. Items donated by booth participants. 9am to Dusk. No admission charge. For more info call Martha Godleski (765) 778-3876
Sept 9th - 11th, 2005:
Greek Food Festival
Indianapolis, IN
The Greek Festival has been an Indianapolis tradition for 31 years. Always the weekend after Labor Day. Come join us rain or shine for music, food and dancing. Enjoy traditional Greek music by the Bill Simons band, home made pastries, traditional Greek foods and wines. Friday: 4pm-10pm Saturday: 11am-10pm ... for more info contact Tim Kalyins at 317-283-3816
http://www.holytrinityindy.org/pages/greekfestival.html
Sept 9th - 11th, 2005:
Greater Indpls Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Show
Greenfield, IN
Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds - More than seventy dealers and craftsmen offer jewelry, gemstones, minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment, and supplies. Enjoy educational displays, demonstrations, and children's activities; silent auctions, door prizes and raffles. Food booths. Admission is FREE. For more info call: Robert Weidman 317-244-2845
Sept 9th - 11th, 2005:
Bean Blossom Blues Fest
Bean Blossom, IN
Located at the Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana. A three day music event and outdoor party. Over 20 bands on 3 stages. Camping on location. All night campfire jams. BBQ ribs and many other vendors. Harmonica contests and seminars. For more info contact John Hall 1-800-783-7996
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
Sept 9th - 11th, 2005:
Lanesville Heritage Weekend
Lanesville, IN
The Lanesville Heritage weekend is held the 2nd three day weekend in September at the Heritage Park in Lanesville, Harrison County. 300 craft, food and rummage booths; Truck & tractor pulls, with pulls on Thursday night, Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Antique tractor display, Steam engines, "Hit 'n miss" gasoline engines, Sawmill, Parade, Fiddlers contest, Antique machinery demonstrations, Balloon glow and race. eight mile run/ two mile walk, farm toy show, horseshoe pitching, and Fiesta rides for children. Free parking. Free admission. Free musical entertainment. For more information call: Dale White, 812-952-2600
Sept 9th - 11th, 2005:
Kiwanis Balloonfest
Valparaiso, IN
Porter County Expo Hwy 49 south of US-30 ... Join us for an evening of family entertainment as we enjoy the mass hot air balloon launch at approximately 5:30pm on Friday & Saturday. Following the launch, the AcoustiCats will keep your toes tapping to Rock and Roll music, flavored with a little Blues and Country. When the balloons return to the Expo, they will set up for the Balloon Glow which will reflect the many colors of the balloons as they are synchronized with music to light the evening sky. Food vendors, face painting and children's entertainment will also be available. The balloons will also launch Saturday & Sunday mornings at 6:30am. Shuttle is available between the Expo and the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival on Saturday. For more information, contact: Linda Hazelton, 219-462-1209
Sept 10th, 2005:
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
Valparaiso, IN
The Valparaiso Popcorn Festival has been named the "Best Festival of the Region" for the past 9 years! It all began in 1979, and the inception of the idea to bring a festival to the city. Who better to salute than Valparaiso’s native Orville Redenbacher and POPCORN! Since that first festival 26 years ago, Valparaiso has continued to honor the man who became America’s Popcorn King. The Valparaiso Popcorn Festival continues to offer family-fun activities for all ages with over 500 food and craft booths, kid’s games and rides, a 5-mile run (popcorn panic) and a 5K walk, live entertainment, and THE NATION’S ONLY POPCORN PARADE! Scheduled annually on the Saturday after Labor Day, the Valparaiso Popcorn Festival is located in beautiful downtown Valparaiso from 7:00am-6:30pm. Plenty of off-site parking available with a shuttle into town.
September 10th, 2005:
Blues at the Crossroads
Terre Haute, IN
Come join Blues at the Crossroads on September 10, 2005. Located at the historic Crossroads of America in Terre Haute, Indiana, this year's line up of bands promises to make the Blues at the Crossroad the blues event of the summer. Starting at 11:00 am Saturday, September 11, the bands and other events offer the discriminating connoisseur of blues a full day of enjoyment.
http://www.mary4music.com/FestsFI.html
September 10th, 2005:
Hamilton Twp Vol Fire Co Annual Hog Roast
Muncie, IN
The Hamilton Township Volunteer Fire Company offers an annual one day event based on the cooing and serving of between 36 and 42 whole hogs. the meal is all the pork you can eat along with bake potato, apple sauce, bread and butter, desert and drink. Seating for the day and games for the kids (duck pond, dime pitch, basketball shoot off and a dunk bozoo tank). there are about 25 different craft displays for the people to browse through. There is a car show which will be in its 3rd year in 2004. Weather and lack of emergency needs a helicopter from the EMS service will land and enable people to look at and talk with the operators. For more information contact: Victor C. Mccallister 765-284-1428
September 10th, 2005:
Family Fun Festival Goes Jazz!
Richmond, IN
Family Fun Fest and Richmond's JAM Fest. Games, prizes, candy, crafts, food, "Kids Zone" and FUN for the whole family. For more info contact Denise Newland 765-983-7425
September 10th, 2005:
Camden Fall Festival
Camden,, IN
Festival includes arts & crafts, flea market, entertainment, cruise-in, "Oldies" softball, garage sales, & good food. For more info contact Tammy Mullendore 574-652-4849
Sept 10th - 11th, 2005:
Columbus Scottish Festival
Columbus, IN
Bartholomew County Fairgrounds - Highland tradition and culture will be celebrated in Columbus, Indiana at the Columbus Scottish Festival. This event, featuring Scottish Athletics, Highland Dancers competing for top honors, Pipe Bands, Sheepdog Herding competition, Scottish Clans and Societies, British Cars, Children's Activities, and much more will keep visitors entertained. This will be the twelfth annual festival and features two days of Sheepdog herding trials. On Saturday Highland Dancers and Highland Athletes compete for top honors. The festival includes Bagpipe bands, Re-enactors, Scottish Country dancing, Scottish Harp and Celtic Fiddle demonstrations and numerous Highland merchandise vendors and food vendors. Scottish Clans and Societies will be on hand to help you with genealogy and history information. On Sunday will be the Haggis Toss and the Bonniest Knees competitions open to all comers. Featured entertainers for both days include Scottish Balladeer Colin Grant-Adams, and Celtic Rock Group Mother Grove. The Ceilidh will be held on Saturday evening at the Fairgrounds. For more information call 1-800-468-6564
Sept 10th - 11th, 2005:
Cambridge City Canal Days
Cambridge City, IN
A wide selection of Arts Crafts and antiques, welcome to the annual canal days festival located along the US40 national By-Way. Favorites include a duck race, kids games, and contests, tractor and car shows and golf tournament. Delicious food a wide variety of entertainment and delightful parade will charm attendants. A civil war encampment, game court, carnival rides, a kids fishing contest and more. No admission charge. Marlene Tottenhoff 765-478-4689 http://www.cambridgecityindiana.org/canal_days.htm
Sept 10th - 11th, 2005:
Anderson Pow Wow and Indiana Market
Anderson, IN
The Anderson PowWow and Indiana Market is a two day event on the second weekend of September. The objective of the PowWow is to educate and highlight awareness of the city's historical heritage and that of the Native American, to provide entertainment that will draw both local community and visitors, and to raise funds for the cultural education of the Native American. For more info contact Robert Reeder at 765-643-5633 http://www.andersontownpowwow.com/
Sept 10th - 18th, 2005:
NMLRA National Championship Shoot
Friendhip, IN
The National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association exists to promote, support, nurture, and preserve NMLRA's and our nation's rich historical heritage in the sport of muzzleloading through recreational, educational, historical, and cultural venues such as match competition, hunting, gun making and safety, historical re-enactments, exhibits, museums, libraries, and other related programs. The NMLRA's National Shoots are an opportunity to see an important part of our nation's heritage in operation. The NMLRA's Walter Cline Range and the village of Friendship are located in southeastern Indiana about forty miles from Cincinnati, Ohio. The focus of these gatherings is national-class competitive muzzleloading shooting. Most winning scores will be high, but there are so many matches that there truly is something for shooters of all skill levels, and with all types of muzzleloading equipment. Win, lose, or draw, all the matches are enjoyable, and a great opportunity to learn by shooting with the best. The NMLRA has a FREE "Beginners Bench" program on the rifle, pistol, and shotgun ranges where new shooters can try out a muzzleloading firearm under expert supervision. The Range Officer in those locations will be happy to help new shooters fire their first shot.
NMLRA Main Page ... Attending Shoots ... Friendship Range
Sept 10th - 18th, 2005:
Friendship Flea Market
Friendship, IN
Indiana's most unique open air flea market event drawing vendors from the tri-states Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana as well as from coast to coast ... Always the 2nd Full weekend thru the 3rd full weekend of June and September ... Surrounded by hills, the town of Friendship, Indiana, USA, basks in quiet solitude for most of each year. Hosting one of the world's largest Black Powder Shoots, it comes alive twice a year, Spring and Fall Teaming with activity thousands of visitors pour into the area. One mile east of town on Rt. #62, featuring 500 vendors with merchandise new, old, used and primitive. Yes! We do have food. Food establishments are distributed around the market but probably the best known is the Buffalo Burger stand. Stay late and enjoy the campfire with live country music. Admission is Free. For more info contact: Jan Schnell 859-341-9188
September 11th, 2005:
Arts & Crafts In The Park
Lawrenceburg, IN
Annual event held first Sunday after Labor Day. This year's date is Sunday 12th, 2004 in Newton park at the corner of US 50 and Main St, Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Handmade crafts and fine art sale held in quaint city park. One day event. No admission fee. Well established for the past 33 years. Hours 9-5 daylight savings time. Event held in rain or shine. For more information contact Cheryl Kendrick 812-537-3269 or Connie Gordon 812-537-1615
Sept 16th - 17th, 2005:
Back to the Fifties Festival
Lebanon, IN
Courthouse Square, Lebanon. Street dance & food on Friday evening. Saturday is an all-day festival with food, entertainment, craft booths, art show, children's activities & classic antique car and bicycle shows. Admission is free. Friday 6pm-10pm, Saturday 9:30am-4:30pm. For more info contact: Carmen Ottinger 765-482-1320
Sept 16th - 17th, 2005:
Middlebury Fall Festival
Middlebury, IN
Farmers market, season garden and floral items as well as crafts, antiques, homemade foods and entertainment!
http://www.middleburyin.com/
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Little Eagle Creek Bluegrass Festival
Westfield, IN
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Nappanee Apple Festival
Nappanee, IN
Grab a delicious slice of the famous 600lb apple pie! Every year the town of Nappanee celebrates the beginning of the harvest season with everything apple including the gigantic apple pie. Made by one of the hometown bakeries using special pans and extra TLC the 7 foot pie is always a crowd pleaser! Apples galore! Classic Car cruise ins, apple peeling contest, an apple bake-off, and antique fire truck show are just a few of the traditional events that make this festival great! Take some time to browse through dozens of craft exhibitors but don't be late for the parade! Always a favorite festival goers line up along Main Street to catch a glimpse of the bands, brightly colored floats and of course the Apple Festival Queen! There is no admission charge.
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Wizard of Oz Festival
Chesterton, IN
Chesterton Indiana invites you to be our guests at the Annual Wizard of Oz Festival. Celebrate with the original Munchkins from the 1939 MGM film classic the "Wizard of Oz" 1939 By Turner Entertainment Co. Join Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man, Glinda the Good Witch, the Wicked Witch, Scarecrow and even a winged Monkey as we celebrate everything OZ! Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm. No Admission Charge. For more info contact Laurie Fanke-Polz (219) 926-5513
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Munchkinland Market Days
Chesterton, IN
The 10th annual Munchkinland Market Days will again be held in cooperation with the 23rd annual Chesterton Wizard of Oz festival. Munchkinland market days features autograph parties with actors who appeared in MGM's 1939 classic film The Wizard of Oz and other Oz celebrities, get a life sized picture of yourself in Oz tableau, crafts booths, Oz celebrities, Auntie Em's Pie Booth, storytellers, music, kids games, clowns, face painters and more. For more info contact Allen Pease at 219-926-7048 http://www.yellowbrickroadonline.com/
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Frankton Heritage Days
Frankton, IN
Bailey's Field - Annual Cruz-in Car Show along with Quilt & Woodcarving Display, Arts, crafts, antique tractor display and events, live entertainment, food, games, rides, Saturday Parade, and free shuttle service. Noon-10pm For more info call Esther Burger (765) 754-7469
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Switzerland Co. Antique Engine and Tractor Club
Vevay, IN
Featuring John Deere Tractors and Indiana Gas Engines, Tractor parade at noon each day. Antique tractor pull, kiddie tractor pull, flea market and toy show. For more info contact Robert Martin at 812-427-2622 http://www.antiquetractorparts.com/
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Francesville Fall Festival
Francesville, IN
Francesville Fall Festival-Downtown Streets. Crafts, flea markets, food, dinners, music, parades, garden tractor pull, auto show, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, band bingo, mini RC race car game, climbing wall, carnival rides. For more info call 219-567-9689
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Golden Heritage Folk Festival
Princeton, IN
Courthouse Square Crafters, food, quilt show, entertainment, family feud, children's games and mini tractor pull. Friday-Saturday: 9am-9pm, Sunday: 12pm-5pm, no admission. For more info: contact Kathy Evans 812-779-3500
Sept 16th - 18th, 2005:
Indian Summer Festival
Paoli, IN
Beginning with choosing a queen and princess and ending with a parade on Sunday, the Indian Summer Festival is a fun-filled week of activities, arts + crafts, music, food and good fellowship. This takes place on the Orange county court house lawn and surrounding areas. For more info contact Bettye Kemple at 812-723-4769 http://www.paolichamber.com/
September 17th, 2005:
Greentown Pump Fest
Greentown, IN
The Greentown Pump Fest is a street fair inspired by the town pump witch once stood in downtown Greentown and was a popular gathering place for family and friends. The festival is held in downtown Greentown. It features crafts, flea market, food, a magician, entertainment, a street chalk art contest, pie baking contest, Civil war re-enactors, canoe rides and kid's games. Admission is free. Visit the Greentown glass museum at the Greentown history center while at the pump fest. For more info contact Rachel Jenkins 765-628-3564
September 17th, 2005:
LaPorte Sunflower Festival
LaPorte, IN
The 6th annual LaPorte Sunflower Fair, on Michigan Av. in downtown LaPorte. Crafts, collectables, kiddie rides, games, sunflower growing contest, art gallery walk, 5K run + health walk, local bands, food and fun for the whole family. For more info contact Tracy Mbu at 219-362-3178 http://www.lpchamber.com/
September 17th, 2005:
ICS Chili Cook-off
Vincennes, IN
Local and International competition. Held in conjunction with Vincennes University Fall Parents Weekend, featuring tube races on the Wabash River, live entertainment, games for kids, great chili and lots of other food. Visit the oldest city in Indiana's downtown merchants, featuring sidewalk sales, craft and antique shops, etc. For more info contact Ellen Harper 800-886-6443
September 17th, 2005:
Barnfest
LaPorte, IN
You are invited to the 11th annual Barnfest extravaganza. Featured are many hand crafted, primitive folk art, traditional crafts, select antiques and treasures in a two story turn-of-the-century barn. Also available is an array of fall flowers, pumpkins and strawberry bails. You can enjoy the music of 'God's Will'... our roaming folk art band while snacking on freshly maid elephant ears, kettle corn and roasted almonds. For more info contact Lisa Steinhiser 219-362-4924
September 17th, 2005:
Colonel Vawter Day
Morgantown, IN
Morgantown's Colonel Vawter Day celebrates the town's first proprietor with arts & crafts booths, food, live entertainment, games, cake-baking contest, tractor show, and specials by local merchants. Hours 10am-5pm. For more info contact Michele Jones 812-597-1716 http://www.gatewaytobrowncounty.com/colvawterday.htm
September 17th, 2005:
Family Arts Festival
Logansport, IN
An interactive family arts experience including visual, performing, literary, and culinary arts. Free historic Denzel Carousel rides and children's hand-on take-home art projects. Juried art vendors and many food booths in a beautiful park setting and much much more! Bring blankets and chairs for the 6:00pm free concert with Phil Dirt and the Dozers. for more info call 574-722-1121
Sept 17th, 2005:
Showcase of Art
Elkhart, IN
Stroll the RiverWalk and view a varied array of fine art at this juried show. Special children's ten offers young festival goers the chance to express their creativity. No admission.
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Johnny Appleseed Festival
Fort Wayne, IN
The Johnny Apple-seed festival celebrates its 30th year in 2004. Special events will include a quilt raffle and apple baring contest. The festival features food, crafts and entertainment, reminiscent of the 18th century harvest gathering. Other attractions include a trappers and traders encampment, antique farmers market and pioneers children's games. For more info contact Bridget Kelly at 260-483-5638
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Chautauqua of the Arts
Columbus, IN
Mill Race Park - Indiana's favorite two-day annual outdoor Fine Arts and Fine Crafts Festival. Artworks presented for sale are delightful treasures in traditional, contemporary, or folk art style that are created by the artists, from over 25 states, who are all on site. Music and entertainment galore. The festival is held in Mill Race Park, a delightful open air park with contemporary designed shelters, observation tower, playground and covered bridge. Convenient access and parking with provisions included for the physically challenged. Columbus is known as the heart of modern architecture in the Midwest. Tours and activities all over town are scheduled for the festival weekend. 10am-5pm Art Exhibitors: Deadline for application is April 1st. More information contact Jim McDonough, 812-265-5080
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Paradise Arts Festival
Wabash, IN
Historic downtown Wabash, juried art show and sale; gallery walk; Kid-O-Rama; Children's art fair; feast for your palette; regional food fair; entertainment. No admission charge. For more info contact Tamera Mosier at 260-563-0975
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Historic Eleutherian Civil War Encampment
Madison, IN
Founded in 1848, the historic Eleutherian College was one of the fist colleges to admit both women and black students. It is on the national register of historic places and a member of the national underground railroad freedom center. This annual gathering brings back both former friends of the college as well as new ones to hear speakers, musicians and other forms of entertainment. A civil war encampment will be set up on the spacious grounds of the college as well as well as the nearby Lyman Hoyt, another historical register property. Both the college and the Hoyt house will be open for tours. Food will be available as well as a gift shop. For more info contact 812-866-2795
http://www.eleutherian.us/Events.html
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Trail of Courage Living History Festival
Rochester, IN
Held on the Fulton County Historical Society grounds on the north side of the Tippecanoe river, 4 miles north of Rochester on US 31. Historic encampments include French & Indian War, voyageurs canoe camp, Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Western Fur Trade, Plains Indian teepees, and Woodland Indian wigwams. There will be Muzzle loading shooting and tomahawk throwing contests, historic canoe landing, canoe rides and fur trade skit. Over 40 wooden booths in Chippeway Village, a log cabin trading post, 1832 post office, & storytellers. Foods cooked over wood fires include buffalo burgers, chicken & noodles, stew in big kettles and more! Traditional crafts include basketry, weaving, pewter casting, beadwork, candle dipping and more. Friday is School Tour Day, and is not open to the general public. Free tram rides from the museum and free parking lot to festival. Handicapped facilities are available. Open 10am-5pm. Admission $6.00 adults, $2.00 for children 6-11, age 5 & under free. For more information contact: Melinda Clinger 574-223-4436 http://dilbert.htctech.net/~fchs/events.htm
Sept 17th - 18th, 2005:
Bonneyville Celebration
Bristol, IN
An experience the whole family can enjoy with sights and sounds of antique agricultural equipment, crafts of a bygone era, games like grandma used to play plus entertainment, horse-drawn trams and wholesome foods. No admission, parking donation.
Bonneyville Mill County Park - info: 574.535.6458
http://www.elkhartcountyparks.org/22nd.bonneyvillecelebrationhtm.htm
Sept 21st - 24th, 2005:
Hall Of Fame & Uncle Pen Days
Bean Blossom, IN
31st Annual Hall Of Fame & Uncle Pen Days Festival
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
Sept 21st - 25th, 2005:
Lotus World Music & Arts Festival
Bloomington, IN
Contact Visitor's Bureau for lodging information or call 1-800-800-0037
Sept 22nd - 25th, 2005:
James Dean Festival
Fairmount, IN
Main Street & Playacres Park - The James Dean Festival is held annually in the hometown of actor/legend James Dean. Auto show with over 2,500 pre-1970 custom and classic cars, swap meet, food, parade, James Dean look-alike contest, parade, museum tours, entertainment, art & dance contests and Dean films. No Admission Charge. Friday Noon-11pm, Saturday 8am-11pm Sunday Noon-7pm. For more info contact the Fairmount Historical Museum at (765) 948-4555 http://www.jamesdeanartifacts.com/
Sept 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Avon Community Heritage Festival
Avon, IN
Washington Township Community Park - Celebrate the past, present and future of the Avon community at the Annual Avon Community Heritage Festival held the last Friday and Saturday of September each year. Enjoy food, games, entertainment, hayrides and fireworks. It's a full day of affordable and enjoyable family entertainment! ... Friday evening - Chili Supper & Contest presented by Avon American Legion ... Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. - Breakfast Buffet and parade at Kingsway Christian Church in the morning and arts & crafts exhibits, games, rides, food and entertainment in the afternoon at Washington Township Community Park concluding with fireworks that evening ... For more information contact Avon Chamber of Commerce 317-272-4333
Sept 23rd - 24th, 2005:
Fall Celebration in the Park
Connersville, IN
Arts and crafts booths, buggy rides, baby pageant, musical entertainment, demonstrations, children's activities and contests around covered bridge. For more info contact Katrina Griffin at 765-825-2561
Sept 23rd - 25th, 2005:
Scarecrow Festival
Wanatah, IN
Parade, Arts & Crafts, rides, games, toy show, car show, antique tractor display, dances, races, continuous entertainment, merchants' giveaways, scarecrow displays, scarecrow dress up contest, scarecrow sculpting, talent contest, dinners, food and fun for the entire family. For more info contact Eugene Shurte at 219-733-2183 http://www.scarecrowfest.org/
Sept 23rd - 25th, 2005:
Native American Days and Indian Market
Evansville, IN
Angel Mounds 22nd Annual Native American Days is an educational program focused on Native American Culture (pre-contact, historic and contemporary). There will be an open dance circle, Northern and Southern Drum, Indian market, demonstrators, free children's' activities and food. For more information contact Bill Spellazza 812-853-3956
Sept 23rd - 25th, 2005:
Hope Heritage Days
Hope, IN
Hope Heritage Days is an annual arts and crafts festival featuring a gospel sing, country music show, bands and a parade. It features over 115 crafts and flea market booths and is held on the square in downtown Hope Indiana. Hope is located 45 miles South East of Indianapolis near Columbus Indiana. For more info contact Donald W. Dillman at 812-546-4707
September 24th, 2005:
Country Market Day
Schererville, IN
Our country market day is held at Redar park (located 40 miles south of Chicacgo) on September 25, 2004 from 11am-4pm. This is a one day event set in the farm market/ fall atmosphere. Fest includes fall produce stands homemade crafts, food vendors, children's booths, and "showmobile" stage entertainment. For more info contact:
John Novacich or Cindy Horgash 219-865-5530
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Scottish Highlander Festival
Trafalgar, IN
The 10th annual Scottish Highlander Festival at the Appleworks orchard will be held Saturday and Sunday 10am to 6pm each day. Live music including the Highland Reign playing lively Scottish folk music and The Boatrights with their lilting ballads fills the air throughout each day. Two re-enactment groups: The Frazier Regiment, and Clan Desdin will be staging 2 distinct periods of Scottish history, and Lee Cloe, our favorite Scottish historian will be delving into yet more history and lore. Irish and Scottish dancers will be kicking high. Lunch, including shepherds pie, served 11am-3pm. Excellent exhibit of arts and crafts. Hay rides around farm and to pumpkin patch. For more information contact Sarah Brown 317-878-9317
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Feast of the Hunters' Moon
West Lafayette, IN
Join us for the Feast of the Hunters' Moon at Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park near West Lafayette, Indiana. Over 8,000 costumed participants recreate 18th century life at a French trading post along the Wabash River. This is one of the Midwest’s most colorful festivals with an authentic recreation of an 18th century gathering of French and Native Americans. A military encampment, a voyageur encampment, over 50 blanket traders, 60 period merchants, 100 traditional crafts, 65 French and Native American foods, plus four performing areas for music, dancing and demonstrations make this a weekend to remember!
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
Madison, IN
Come celebrate the Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art in southern Indiana, now celebrating its 35th Anniversary on September 24th and 25th, 2005. Stroll the tree-lined streets of Madison's Historic District and enjoy this juried fine arts and crafts show featuring painting, sculpture, stained glass, textiles, folk art, and more. Stop by the Riverfront Food Fest for delicious treats and a stroll along the Ohio River. Live performances along the Ohio River and on the north lawn of the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site.
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Harvest Celebration Festival
Madison, IN
"Fall Into Fun" at Lanthier Winery’s 10th Annual Harvest Celebration Festival. A cornucopia of artists, crafters, festival food and wine engulf the gardens surrounding Lanthier Winery. Celebrate the harvest traditions amidst the brilliance of autumn. Located near the rambling waters of the Ohio River at our 123 Mill Street location, Vintage Madison, Indiana. Call 1-800-41-Wines http://www.lanthierwinery.com/
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Cultural Festival
Terra Haute, IN
Sample the world at the 18th annual Cultural Festival at Fairbanks Park, September 25-26, 2004, which is sponsored by the Terre Haute Parks and Recreation Department. This festival offers opportunity for visitors to experience the culture, history, customs, heritage dress, and to enjoy various types of entertainment that represent many different types of cultures around the world. During this two day event you will be able to enjoy the grace and beauty of many different dance groups, from Indiana to Ireland and more, we will have all types of music, blues to bagpipes, German and more. Taste buds will be tempted by all the exotic aromas of food from around the world, from Hungarian sweets to Chinese noodles, Indian, Mexican, and central American foods too. Visitors to the festival will also find unique items to purchase, jewelry, art, clothing, wood carvings, pottery, hand made toys, art in various forms works, and other interesting and exciting items. For more info call: Rita L. Coleman at 812-232-2727 or e-mail coleman-alsop@terrahaute.in.gov
Sept 24th - 25th, 2005:
Knightstown Fall Fest
Knightstown, IN
Held in the Public Square Downtown. Pumpkin patch, wagon rides, music, face painting, arts & crafts, and food! For more info contact Bill Gorman 800-668-1895 http://www.knightstownchamber.com/calendar_of_events_.html
Sept 24th - Oct 31st, 2005:
Pumpkin Harvest Festival
Noblesville, IN
Stonycreek Farm Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival: Take a tractor-pulled wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin. Enjoy the haunted house maze for the youngsters, and many other children activities. Open 10am to 5pm daily. There is a parking fee of $5 per car on Saturday and Sunday and activities are charged individually. For more information contact: Loren Schmierer 317-773-3344 http://www.stonycreekfarm.net/
Sept 28th - Oct 2nd, 2005:
Dugger Coal Festival
Dugger, IN
The Dugger Coal Festival is fun for all ages. Our queen is elected Monday night to reign over all the festival events. The young ones can enjoy all the games and activities such as the American Legion post 224 big wheel race and tractor pull. Also the school carnival on Friday night. Teenagers can have their turn at stardom on karaoke night or listen to local rock bands. The older folks can indulge in conversation with old friends while listening to one of the many gospel groups. All the while everyone can partake of the good food and fellowship of the home town atmosphere or browse the many crafts and flea market booths. the festival comes to a close on Sunday with a spectacular parade in the morning, a homecoming football game in the afternoon, and a alumni banquet and dance that evening. For more info email Jon Dobbins or call 812-648-2902
Sept 29th - 30th, 2005:
Indian Arts Expo
Hobart, IN
Radisson Hotel I-65/Hwy 30
The 3rd Annual Indian Arts Expo, presented by the Council for Indigenous Arts & Culture will include a juried show featuring only Native American Artists, a benefit auction on Saturday at 7pm, work demonstrations every hour, and many displays by Native American artists. Items will be available for sale, such as Native American jewelry, rugs, pottery, wood sculpture, bronze and stone. Admission is $5, children under 12 are free. For more info call Pam or Kathy at 219-942-9022
Sept 29th - Oct 1st, 2005:
Seymour Oktoberfest
Seymour, IN
The Seymour Oktoberfest is an annual three-day festival that attracts thousands. The festival has arts and crafts booths, activities, ethnic foods of all kinds, a carnival for all ages, a hot air balloon race, a huge parade, a talent show, a 5K run, a quilt exhibit, a baking contest, and free entertainment nightly and all day on Saturday on three different stages. Admission is FREE - Hours: 11am-11pm Thursday-Saturday ... First begun in 1973, the Oktoberfest is one of the festivals featured in the Local Legacies section of the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. For more info contact: Martha McIntire 812-523-1414 or 812-522-4020
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Oct 1st - 31st, 2005:
Pumpkin Fantasyland
Ligonier, IN
Pumpkins, gourds and squashes are used to create well known characters and historical events. Hay rides, mazes and refreshments. For more info contact Patricia Becker at
260-894-4498
October 1st, 2005:
Covington Apple Festival
Covington, IN
(Courthouse Square)
Apple Products, arts & crafts from 100 vendors, foods, entertainment, car, truck & mortorcycle show, courthouse mural tours and children's contests. 9am-4pm.
No Admission Charge. For more info call: Helen Shelby (765) 793-4122
October 1st, 2005:
Franklin Fall Festival
Franklin, IN
Held in downtown Franklin on the courthouse square. Franklin Fall Festival features a talent contest, free kid's games, crafts and food vendors, an arts market, an art show featuring local students, the annual Shrine parade, lemon baking contest, pioneer village activities for all ages and lots of entertainment! Great music starts on Friday evening and continues throughout Saturday. For more info contact Pam Gibson at 317-736-3689
http://www.franklin-in.gov/parks/
October 1st, 2005:
North Manchester Harvest Festival
North Manchester, IN
Downtown Main St. Horse and buggy rides, crafts, games and contests for all ages; food and entertainment. For more info contact Todd Richards at 260-982-2293
http://www.northmanchesterchamber.com/
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Clay County Popcorn Festival
Brazil, IN
Honor Orville Redenbacher at the 2nd annual Popcorn Festival of Clay County. The festival is packed with events and entertainment including a carnival, vendors, k-day parade and pancake breakfast. The beautiful Forest Park on Hwy 59 is the place to be. For more information contact Evelyn Brown 812-448-2307
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Newport Antique Auto Hill Climb
Newport, IN
An uphill "drag race" for antique cars, car show, swap meet, flea market, gas and oil memorabilia, collectors car auction, cruise-in and street dance, big wheel race, dog show, pretty baby contest, parade, fireworks show, queen pageant, gospel music jamboree and good food. For more info contact Newport Lions Club at 765-492-4220
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Vale Fine Arts Festival
Valparaiso, IN
The second annual Vale Fine Arts Festival will showcase the talents of area artists in the Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts arenas. A family-fun event, the festival will include artists’ display booths, an "Arts Alive" performing stage, and a children’s activities area.
http://www.popcornfest.org/arts.htm
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Sheridan Harvest Moon Festival
Sheridan, IN
An annual event which is held the first weekend of October at the Biddle Memorial Park located at the intersection of state road 38 and 47. Attractions include crafts, food vendors, entertainment, carnival, classic car show, motor cycles, kids activities, antique appraisals and much more. For more info contact Donna Cox at 317-758-9620
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Small Town USA Festival
Alexandria, IN
Alexandria's Small Town USA Festival, held at Beulah on State road 9 in Alexandria, features crafts, manufactured items, commercial vendors, all types of food and entertainment in a beautiful small town park setting. Highlights include a pet parade, horseshoe pitching tourney, an antique and classic car display, Aladdin glass exhibit, campfire story tellers and gospel music entertainment hosted by Bill and Gloria Gaither. An open sided shuttle takes visitors form the park to the near by Gaither homestead, where artists and musicians perform, and craftsmen and artisans make and sell there wares. Additional off site attractions include Bud's Barn, which is filled with antiques and collectables, many with local connection, and the First Christian Church's annual chicken and noodle dinner. For more info contact Nancy Steele at 765-724-3514
http://www.smalltwnusa.org/
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Jay County Heritage Festival
Portland, IN
Museum Grounds - Come and join us for two fun filled days with food, crafts, live demonstrations and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy ham with beans and cornbread, apple dumplings with ice-cream and other special foods. Artisans and demonstrations, pioneer crafts and many other demonstrations for both young and old. For more info contact Rosie Grapner at 260-726-4468
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Air Show and Open House
Peru, IN
Grissom Air Reserve Base
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Westville Pumpkin Festival
Westville, IN
Pumpkin festival with crafts, food, flea market, and hay rides. For more info contact: Jane Bachman 219-785-4147
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Pioneer Days
Terre Haute, IN
This family orientated festival recreates life in the 1840s. Six log cabin homes, seven log shops, log barn, church/schoolhouse, covered bridge and operating gristmill. Village folk share pioneer lifestyles, skills and crafts. Blacksmithing, woodcarving, rail splitting, log hewing, shingle making, kettle cooked caramel corn and apple butter, hearth cooking, spinning, weaving, fur trading, rope making and candle dipping. Children's hand on activities, gift shop, old fashion crafters area, local artists, traders flea market, food vendors, and much more. For more info contact: Darlene Norman 812-462-3392
Oct 1st - 2nd, 2005:
Harvest Homecoming
New Albany, IN
One of Indiana's largest festivals. We have over 300 craft and food booths, a separate juried act area and a separate Flea Market area. The Harvest Homecoming events include: baking contest, bicycle tour, business luncheon, comedy night with professional comedians, concerts on the riverfront on Friday and Saturday nights, festival rides, golf scramble and golf tournament, hot air balloon race, hymn sign, healthy run/walk, and kid's activities. Admission is FREE. For more info call Carol Eberie 812-923-3476
Oct 1st-2nd and 8th-9th, 2005:
Heartland Apple Festival
Danville, IN
Beasley's Orchard & Gardens - This is a fun filled family event, featuring great food, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and kids activities. Hayrides to the pumpkin patch run continuously and the market in the civil war era barn will be open and filled with fresh apples, cider, and lots of goodies. For more info call Debra Beasley 317-745-4876
Oct 6th - 9th, 2005:
Riley Festival
Greenfield, IN
Enjoy one of the largest craft festivals in the state of Indiana with designated areas for food, commercial and flea market booths plus much more. The Riley Festival follows years of tradition by celebrating the birthday of the "Hoosier Poet", James Whitcomb Riley. The Riley Festival Entertainment Tent is a showcase for a wide variety of talent that runs continuously Friday through Sunday. The Parade of Flowers on Friday features Greenfield-Central Elementary students and is over 50 years old. The Americana Riley Festival Parade on Saturday will have over 100 units participating. Several events take place during the festival. A shuttle runs from the Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds to the east entrance of the Festival. No Admission Charge Friday & Saturday , 9am--9pm, Sunday 11am--5pm. For more info call 317-462-2141 or E-mail info@rileyfestival.com
http://www.rileyfestival.com/
Oct 6th - 9th, 2005:
Spencerville Covered Bridge Festival
Spencerville, IN
Celebrating the only covered bridge in Dekalb County, which was built in 1873. Enjoy the small town with activities including: crafts, lawn tractor pull, parade, food tent, live entertainment, children's games and much more. For more info contact Roberta Carnahan at 260-238-4532
http://www.spencervillecoveredbridgefestival.com/
Oct 6th - 9th, 2005:
Celebration of the Fall Foliage
Martinsville, IN
Celebration of the fall foliage of south central Indiana. Events for all ages: Crafts market, art displays, carnival, food vendors, and a 125+ unit parade on Sunday afternoon. For more info email Mack Porter or call 765-342-0332
Oct 6th - 9th, 2005:
Hillbilly Wagon Train Jam
Bean Blossom, IN
6th Annual Bill Monroe & W.M.Bentley Hillbilly Wagon Train Jam
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Music Park
Oct 7th - 9th, 2005:
Mississinewa 1812
Marion, IN
Mississinewa 1812 is the largest War of 1812 living history event in the United States. Sponsored by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society Inc., Marion, Indiana with the support of the Department of Natural Resources. It is a historical commemoration of the Battle of Mississinewa fought here on December 17-18, 1812. It is a step back in time to 1812.
Oct 7th - 9th, 2005:
Americana 1800 Rendezvous
Walkerton, IN
Hesters Farm Log Homes Pre-1840 log farmstead and canvas tents activities include black powder archery, knife/hawk, rolling pin/skillet throws, spin, candle dip, tea, historical fashions, demonstrations and crafts. For more info contact Annette Hesters http://www.hestersfarmloghomes.com/
Oct 7th - 9th, 2005:
South Whitley Fall Festival
South Whitley, IN
Parades, Car Show, Live Band on Friday Night, games, crafts, food, kid's activities, dog show, 5k run, 1 mile fun run, hog roast, fish fry, Anderson Amusements, & lots of fun for the entire family. For more info contact: Vickie Smith 260-723-4778
October 8th, 2005:
Hunters Moon Celebration
Madison, IN
"Autumn adventures await" in the stunning gardens surrounding Lantier Winery. Free garden tours, workshops, wine tasting and plat giveaways. Celebrate falls slender colors and the last Indiana summer breezes during this one day, wine and gardening retreat. Roll up your sleeves for the big bulb drop; take home free plants at the great divide. Savor sumptuous lunches beneath autumn's brilliant canopy. Make the Hunter's moon celebration an annual autumn pilgrimage. All-inclusive weekend packages available. Lanthier winery "A far away feeling close enough to taste." For more info call 1-800-41-WINES
http://www.lanthierwinery.com/
October 8th, 2005:
Chili Cook-off & Red Hot Car Show
Rochester, IN
Held at the Historic Courthouse Square. Teams converge on the square to compete for the area's best chili! Also join us for a Classic Car Show featuring beautifully restored cars. Admission is free. For more info call 574-224-2666
October 8th, 2005:
Elwood Chili Cook-off
Elwood, IN
The smell of homemade chili fills the air in uptown Elwood one Saturday each October as the annual Red Gold Chili Cook Off is held. Contestants vie for cash prizes with judging held at noon. The public gets to enjoy the contestant's morning labors when the chili goes on sale at 12 noon. Crafts, entertainment, bake goods and a tasty chili competition. Admission is free. Hours are 9am-1pm. For more info contact Elwood Chamber of Commerce 765-552-0180
Oct 8th - 9th, 2005:
Heritage Quilters Show
Lowell, IN
300+ New and antique quilts on display. Raffle quilt "Indiana Rose X." Merchant Mall, boutique door prizes. For more info contact Susie Cromer at 219-696-4862
http://www.heritagequilters.com/
Oct 8th-9th and 15th-16th, 2005:
Hoosier Heritage Fall Tour
Tell City, IN
The Perry county's Hoosier Heritage Fall Tour will be held featuring a different community each weekend in October. Come enjoy self-guided auto tours for foliage, country cooking, music, crafts, and car show. Hours vary. No admission charge. For more information contact Jeremy Yackle at 1-888-343-6262
Oct 8th - 14th, 2005:
Traditional Arms Making Workshop
Noblesville, IN
Learn a skill from the past! Work closely with some of the nation's best craftsmen during Conner Prairie's annual Traditional Arts & Arms Making Workshop. Choose several of our weekday classes, come for a weekend class or stay the entire week! Small class sizes in well-equipped facilities allow you to develop skills from basic to advanced. All classes include materials and tools unless otherwise noted.
Oct 14th - 23rd, 2005:
Covered Bridge Festival
Parke County, IN
Covered bridges are rare in most parts of the US, but Parke County in west central Indiana is home to 32 - more than any other county in the nation. During the festival, each community with a bridge holds crafts fairs, concerts, and theatrical productions to entertain visitors driving the circuitous route connecting the bridges. Pick up a map of the routes at the festival headquarters in Rockville's Courthouse Square
Billie Creek Village, Rockville, IN
Parke County covered bridge festival is one of north America's top events. Arts and crafts abound, the smell of food is in the air and the stars of it all are those World Famous covered bridges. For ten days beginning with the second Friday in October visitors tour covered bridges, shop till they drop and dine on food cooked in the open air. Color coated routes are marked for you to follow winding country roads to historic Mills, quant communities and covered bridges. For more info contact Parke County CVB at 765-569-5226
Mansfield Village, Mansfield, IN
For ten days in October, Mansfield becomes a mecca for serious shoppers, who come from near and far to enjoy an unforgettable shopping bonanza. This ten-day festival transforms Mansfield into a sea of unique finds. During the festival over two million people search the streets of this quiet village, looking for the perfect gift, craft, antique or gadget that will make the day a success. And no day at the Covered Bridge celebration would be complete without enjoying the wide variety of food and entertainment. 8am-5pm. For more info contact: Debbie Baker 812-876-8580
MORE INFO and past write ups...
http://www.southernin.com/Pages/archives/october_00/covered_bridge.html
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/traveler/calendar/events/central_us/20021011_1235.html
http://d5545629.w70.westtwebs.com/weekends.shtml
Oct 15th - 16th, 2005:
Heart of Art - Studio and Gallery Tour
Michigan City, IN
Join the heart of art Studio and Gallery Tour. Discover talented artists and their works as you take a tour through beautiful LaPorte county on a fall weekend. For more info contact Jane Daley at 219-872-5055
Oct 15th-16th and 22nd-23rd, 2005:
Harper Valley Pumpkin Patch Days
Westport, IN
Bring the family to the farm to pick pumpkins, squash and gourds in a hidden eight acre patch in scenic Harper Valley. For rainy days a large selection of pumpkins (from our secret patch), squash and gourds are available near the barn. Enjoy some refreshments while watching the cows graze in the nearby pasture. Farm animals will be available to pet. Honey from hives on the farm, garden mums, Indian corn, straw, cornstalks and other fall decoration available. For more info contact Diane Armand 812-591-3416 http://www.indianapumpkinpatch.com/pumpkin.html
October 29th, 2005:
Historic Irvington Halloween Fest
Indianapolis, IN
"Ichabod Crane is alive and well in Irvington" says NUVO newsweekly. For 58 years, the Historic Irvington Halloween Festival has been providing fun for everyone. A family-friendly historic community street fair, the festival brings together arts and crafts vendors from across the city, state and country. The festival is widely know for its annual costume parade, witch is open to kids, families and groups of all ages. Other activities include costume juggling, window painting, house decorating, pumpkin carving and more! There will be music, stage entertainment, food and fun! On east Washington street between Audubon and Ritter, in Irvington's historic retail district. Admission is free. For more info contact Jason Larrison at 317-356-3375
Oct 29th - 30th, 2005:
Indian Art Expo
Hobart, IN
The Indian Art Expo provides an opportunity for people to meet native American artists from the US and Canada and to learn more about many different art forms and cultures. There are working demonstrations throughout both days and a live auction on Saturday October 30th of items donated by the artists. Event will be held at the Radisson hotel, Merrillville, Indiana. For more info contact Pam Pillips at 219-942-9022
Oct 29th - 30th, 2005:
Fall Carnival Antique & Flea Market
Evansville, IN
Held at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Fairgrounds. The Spring Carnival will feature over 300 dealers in 8 buildings, featuring antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, clothing, tools, toys, sports items and specialty food items. Tour buses welcome. Free parking, and Handicap Parking is available.
Saturday & Sunday, 9am-4pm. $1 per person, Children 12 & under are free. For more info contact: Collectors Carnival 1-812-471-9419
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Nov 11th - 13th, 2005:
Renaissance Faire
Goshen, IN
Jesters and wandering minstrels bring the Middle Ages to life at the Old Bag Factory's annual Renaissance Faire. Take a step back in time to watch as artisans demonstrate their trades, such as pottery, wood working, and painting. The weekend offers several very unique events. On Sunday special holiday flair is added including an early visit from jolly old St. Nicholas. No admission charge for the festival.
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