| Boone County 4th of July Festival | June 27 - July 4, 2009 Lebanon, Indiana A week of planned events featuring everything from queen, baby and children contests to nights of anything goes (what a sight to see!). Concerts, carnival, parade and great fireworks round out a great week of activities for the entire family. Hours: 4:00 – 11:00 pm; Free Admission. Contact Info: Gail Ford; gmford72@gmail.com; 574.482.4636 |
Linton Freedom Festival |
June 27 - July 4, 2009 June 26 - July 5, 2010 Linton, Indiana The Linton Freedom Festival is a weeklong Independence Day celebration that includes Indiana's largest Independence Day parade on July 4th. Other activities include a carnival, classic car cruise-in, live entertainment, marketplace, heavy weight horse pull, fireworks, local contests and more. Hours: Various -- Free Admission! For more information call Cheryl at (812) 847-4846, or email info@lintonchamber.org |
JCB NeighborFEST! |
July 2, 2009 July 1, 2010 Columbus, Indiana Summer concerts featuring the finest regional entertainment. Food, beer and wine available. Concert is free. Hours 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CONTACT INFO: Donna Stouder; dstouder@artsincolumbus.org; 812.376.2539  |
| Cedar Lake Summerfest |
July 2 - 5, 2009 July 2 - 5, 2010 Cedar Lake, Indiana Celebrate our nation’s freedom. Fireworks, laser light show, entertainment, carnival, cardboard boat races, land & water parade, car show, beer garden, bingo, children’s entertainment and food. Hours: Vary, Parking $5.00 Contact info: Mary Joan Dickson; gdickson2818@sbcglobal.net; 219.374.4444 |
| Aurora Firecracker Craft Show & Festival |
July 3 - 4, 2009
The Aurora Firecracker Craft Show & Festival began in 1991. The
festival is a family atmosphere of fun and activities close to home.
The ingredients are: live entertainment, crafters, concessions,
Lighted Boat Parade, Fishing Derby, Boat Rides on the Ohio, Duck Regatta,
Baby Contest, Prince & Princess Contest, Kid’s Area & much much more. Enjoy
and old fashioned 4th
of July with friendly small town people. |
41st Wolcott Summer Festival |
July 4, 2009 Wolcott, Indiana Flea market, crafts, entertainment, food stands, children's games, parade, car show, fireworks and much more! Hours: 6 a.m. - dark EDST. Free admission. For more info contact Robert Foster at 219-279-2946 or e-mail. |
| Limestone Heritage Festival |
July 4, 2009 Bedford, Indiana Stone carving exhibition, Ice Cream Social, parade featuring a military flyover, free, open-air concert and Fireworks! Hours: Noon – 10:30 pm, free admission Contact info: Susan Gales or Penny May; brifestivals@yahoo.com; 812.275.5907 #220 or 812.583.0383 |
| Steam Corner July 4th Celebration |
July 3 - 5, 2009 July 2 - 4, 2010 Veedersburg, Indiana The celebration features antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, old & new. There is live entertainment, auction, small fireworks display and lots of good food, free admission and parking. Church services are held on grounds Sunday morning at 8:00 am, restaurant opens 7:00 am – 7:00 pm. Hours: 8:00 am – 6: oo pm daily, no admission. Contact info: Ruth Staggs; m123y99@hughes.net; 765.798.5710 or 765.918.2533 |
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Proud to be an American
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July 4, 2009 July 3, 2010 Monticello, Indiana The Madam Carroll, filled with 400 military veterans and young people currently serving, will again lead the long line of over 60 decorated boats this Independence Day weekend in the Proud to be an American Patriotic Boat Parade on beautiful Lake Freeman. The City of Monticello will sponsor a Celebration In The Park with fun, food and games for the entire family follow the parade. Click here for more pictures. Hours: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm; Free admission. Contact info: Sherill Crivello; joecrivello@comcast.net; 574.583.9751 |
Canal Days
Festival |
July 4 & 5, 2009 July 3 & 4, 2010 Delphi, Indiana Experience the early water transportation days of 1850s in Delphi's Canal Park, A dozen blocks north of the Court House stoplight on Washington Street. Historic building in the village, Canal Interpretive Center and period games are free. Located at Canal Park, the 1850’s come alive in Delphi, home of the Wabash & Erie Canal. Food, fun, camping spaces and old fashioned games, hikes and boat rides. Canal boat rides $5 for adults and $4 for seniors and kids. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sunday Noon – 5:00 pm, free admission Contact info: Mark Smith; smith4881@earthlink.net; 765.563.3349 or 765-564-2870 |
Kosciusko County Community Fair,
Inc. |
July 6 - 11, 2009 July 12 - 17, 2010 Warsaw, Indiana The 93rd annual Kosciusko County fair features 4-H exhibits, open class exhibits, country concerts, demolition derby, truck pulls, horseshoe pitch contests, arm wrestling, antique area, talent contests, pageants and wonderful fair food! Many new and exciting free attractions and activities this year. Complete fair schedule on the website. Midway by Mid America Shows. Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm, Daily Admission - $4.00 adults; $2.00 ages6-15; free 5 & under. Weekly Admission - $18.00 adults; $8:00 ages 6-15. Contact info: N. Sue Goshert; nsgoshert@kcfair.org; 574.269.1823 |
| 34th Freedom Days Festival |
July 10 & 11, 2009 Spiceland, Indiana 34th annual festival with good food, arts & craft vendors, live entertainment all day, a parade, various games and contests throughout the festival. Hours: Friday 4:00 - 10:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Julie Oliver; jo.festival@live.com 765.987.8318 |
| Cedar Valley Bluegrass |
July 10 & 11, 2009 July 9 & 10, 2010 Derby, Indiana The Cedar Valley Bluegrass Festival will be held in Derby, Indiana. Bring your lawn chairs and listen to top Bluegrass performers. Activities include arts and crafts with concessions available. Hours: Vary; $35.00 Admission. Contact info: Dennis Howell; cedarvalley@psci.net; 812.836.2311; 888.343.6262 |
| Lapel Village Fair |
July 11 & 12, 2009 July 10 & 11, 2010 Lapel, Indiana Car Show, parade, town wide rummage sales, Walk/Run, Dans Fish Fry, Chicken Noodle Dinner, Cornhole Contest, Food & Craft Booths set in our downtown. Contact: Nancy Hinkle, nrhinkle@embarqmail.com 765-534-4432 |
| Blues, Jazz & Fine Arts Festival |
July 11 & 12, 2009 Munster, Indiana This two-day event showcases blues and jazz music, fine arts, and art-related demonstrations and projects. Food is provided by local area restaurants and food vendors. An arts and crafts fair and fine arts fair are also held during the event. Giant murals are displayed for painting by the public and a variety of children’s activities and strolling entertainment are ongoing both days. Hours: Noon – 10:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Donna Chant; dchant@munster.org; 219.836.7275 |
| Three Rivers Festival |
July 11 - 19, 2009 July 10 - 18, 2010 Fort Wayne, Indiana www.trfonline.org The Three Rivers Festival is an annual 9-day celebration of the Fort Wayne and Northeast IN 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. Visit website for Hours and admission. Conctact Kenna Fast at 260-426-5556 e-mail: info@trfonline.org |
Circus City Festival  |
July 11 - 18, 2009 July 17 - 24, 2010 Peru, Indiana 200 performers between the ages of 7 and 21 perform each July in the “Greatest Amateur Show on Earth.” We have the only remaining circus parade in the United States during the last day of the festival each year. Contact info: Linda Cawood 765.472.3918 perucirc@perucircus.com
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Northern Indiana Power From the Past  |
July 16 - 19, 2009 Winamac, Indiana Family oriented event featuring a flea market; antiques & collectibles; working displays including steam and gas engines, tractors, motorcycles, threshing, sawmill, baling, horse-drawn rides, children’s games, quilt show and so much more! Hours: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm; Admission $3.00, children under 12 free w/adult Contact info: 574.946.3712 |
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St. Christopher
Mid-Summer Festival
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July 16 - 18, 2009 Indianapolis, Indiana The St. Christopher Mid-Summer Festival is one of the oldest festivals in the state of Indiana. Since Labor Day weekend of 1937 we have become known at “The Festival that’s Tops in Food!” At St. Christopher’s we take great pride in preparing nearly all the food that is served right in our own kitchen. Our homemade Pork BBQ and Coney sauces are made from the original recipes that date back to the 1940’s, but our claim to fame is our hand battered fish sandwiches. In our three day annual event volunteers will batter and serve over 2 ½ tons of Icelandic Cod representing about 15,000 sandwiches. In addition to the food we have a wide variety of amusement rides, children’s carnival games, bingo and a Monte Carlo area for the adults. On Friday evening St. Christopher welcomes “Polkaboy,” Indy’s premier rock/polka band. Saturday is kid’s day at the festival; pay one price for unlimited rides from 1:00-5:00 pm. Hours: Thursday 5:00-10:00 pm; Friday 5:00 – 11:00 pm; Saturday Noon – 11:00 pm; Free Admission. Contact Info: For additional info and updates, go to our website at www.indyfestival.com or call 317.241.6314 |
| 14th annual Middle Eastern Festival of Indianapolis  |
Enjoy the food and fun of the Middle East here in the
Midwest! Experience food, music, dancing, children’s games, gifts, jewelry,
marketplace, silent auction, icons and books. The St. George Orthodox
Church 2009 Middle Eastern Festival will be this summer at St. George
Orthodox Christian Church, 4020 N. Sherman Drive. |
| College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival |
July 17 & 18, 2009 |
Oldenburg
Freudenfest |
July 17 & 18, 2009 July 16 & 17, 2010 Oldenburg, Indiana German festival featuring German music, dancers, food, crafts, games, 10K hike, beer garden, old farm machinery and great family fun! Hours: Friday 5:00 pm – Midnight; Saturday 7:00 am - 11:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Mike Wilhelm; Freudenfest@etczone.com; 812.934.3826 |
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Midsummer Celebration
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July 18, 2009 July 17, 2010 Madison, Indiana Celebrate “the good life”! Free wine samples, enjoy gourmet bread and cheese buffet, cheese of the world, flat and oriental breads, cheese balls. Hours: 1:00 - 4:00 pm; free admission Contact Info: Tami Hagemier; info@lanthierwinery.com; 800.41-wines; 812-273.2409 |
Swiss Days  |
July 24 - 25, 2009 July 30 - 31, 2010 Berne, Indiana  Discover
Switzerland in Indiana! Polka dancing,
children’s activities, factory tours, quilt show,
steintoss, horse pulling contest, craft vendors, sidewalk sales,
parade, musical entertainment on the downtown stage and The Sound of
Music performed at the high school
auditorium, sports competitions and Swiss foods. New in 2009 – chocolate and
cheese taste-testing; professional alphornist performing both tradition and
classical music. Swiss Days Furniture Frenzy back by popular demand
for third year with $1,000 grand prize. Hours: Friday and Saturday 8:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday 7:00 – 10:00 pm. Free admission Contact info: Connie Potter or Jan Lehman; chamber@bernein.com; 260.589.8080 |
| Ole Boys' Toys Expo |
July 23 - 25, 2009 July 22 - 24, 2010 Wabash, Indiana 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. Hours: 7:00 am – Dark; free admission. For more info contact Larry Brewer, Jr. at 260-571-5014 |
Frankfort Hot
Dog Festival |
July 24 & 25, 2009 Frankfort, Indiana Held in downtown Frankfort, you will find dogs with every kind of topping and hot dog events, children’s activities, crafts, flea market, car show, sporting events and entertainment. Hours: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm both days; Free Admission. Contact Info: Kim Stevens; mainstreet@accs.net; 765.654.4081
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July 24 - 26, 2009 July 23 - 25, 2010 New Carlisle, Indiana The New Carlisle HomeTown Days is held in the town’s shady Memorial Park conveniently located on US 20 a few blocks west of the business section. Vendors display their arts and crafts and antiques on the tree lined paths of the park. The New Carlisle Lion’s Club serves roasted sweet corn, brats and steak sandwiches along with the United Methodist Church’s famous bar-b-ques and homemade pies. Food vendors serve elephant ears and other delectables with plenty of cold drinks. The gazebo is the location for music and entertainment. A Saturday parade is the highlight for community organizations and groups. Enjoy a safe, fun filled family oriented weekend with lots of food, parade, rides and activities for the young. Hours: Friday 3 – 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission Contact info: Douglas A. Adams; nchtd@aol.com; 574.276.7737 |
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MJAI and JWI’S Biggest Block Party Ever!
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July 25, 2009 Columbus, Indiana Music on 2 stages all night long; incredible food presented by all downtown restaurants; beer and wine; a kid’s activities area. This is the Biggest and Best Party in Columbus!!! Hours: 4:00 pm – Midnight $5.00 general admission; children 11 and under free. Contact info: Donna Stouder; dstouder@artsincolumbus.org; 812.376.2534 |
Jasper Strassenfest |
July 30 - August 2, 2009 August 5 - 8, 2010 Jasper, Indiana 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. Hours: Thursday & Friday 5:00 pm – midnight; Saturday 8:00 am – midnight; Sunday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. No admission charge Contact info: Nancy Eckerle; chamber@jasperin.org; 812.482.6866 |
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33rd annual Perrysville Lions Club Community Fun Days
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July 31, August
1 - 2,
2009 Perrysville, Indiana Softball Tournament all weekend, live music Friday and Saturday night under a big main stage tent. Car show Saturday, 5K-run Saturday morning. Food and merchandise vendors all weekend, community sponsored supper on Friday & Saturday night and Sunday dinner. Antique tractors show Saturday, mini tractor pullers on Sunday afternoon. Sunday morning worship service, magic show at Noon. Hours: Friday 4:00-9:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday 6:00 am – 10:00 pm, free admission Contact info: Terry Ohl; tohl@cbpnet.net; 765.793.0544 |
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