September

JCB NeighborFEST!	September 3, 2009 September 2, 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
Harvest of Fun	September 3 - 7, 2009 Lowell, Indiana Harvest of Fun is located on the grounds of the Lowell American grounds. There will be a huge garage sale on Thursday and antique auction on Friday evening. Other events and activities include; food, beer tent, crafts, entertainment, amusement rides and a kiddie parade on Sunday followed by fireworks Sunday evening. Join us for the oldest and longest running parade on Monday at 10:00 am. Hours: Vary, free admission. For more info email Susan Peterson, or call 219-696-7794 ext. 16.
Ligonier Marshmallow Festival	September 4 - 7, 2009 Ligonier, Indiana Main Street. This three-day festival features crafts, amusement rides, cruise in car show, live entertainment, games, food, music, orchestra and parades, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Free admission. Contact info: Larry Stahly at 260-894-4159 stahly@ligtel.com or Tammy Deel 260-215-1982, tdeel@ligtel.com
Steam Corner Labor Day Weekend Celebration	September 4 - 7, 2009 September 3 - 6, 2010 Veedersburg, IN Visit our 29^th annual Antique Power Show and 39th annual Flea Market. Over 100 small antique engine displays, putt putts, homemade working displays, etc. Over 100 vendors, lots of good food, live entertainment, auction, and church services @ 8:00 am Sunday morning. Clean bathrooms and lots of free parking. Hours: 8:00 am – 6: oo pm daily, free admission. Contact info: Ruth Staggs; m123y99@hughes.net; 765.798.5710 or 765.918.2533
Little Italy Festival	September 4 - 7, 2009 September 3 - 6, 2010 Clinton, Indiana For four fun-filled days each Labor Day Weekend since 1966, some 75,000 visitors of all ages join in celebrating the culture that helped to build the community. Nearly two hours’ parade leads to the beautiful Wabash Riverfront midway for free on-stage entertainment, carnival rides, games from Italian mini-golf to salami roulette, contests from costume to spaghetti eating, and 100+ vendors from arts to terrific Italian eats. The nearby 1904 C&EI passenger depot houses both a railway museum and one of the few coal museums in the nation, with its full-scale mine walk-through and vintage film of mule-powered mining. Open-air shuttle to our picturesque Ninth Street "Little Italy" to visit a 1924 Italian home, learn old-days‘ winemaking, and purchase unique goods at the Italian store. Next door, experience our “don't-miss” vine-roofed wine garden full of Italian music, dance, food, fun, friends, and, of course, vino. Children welcome until 5:30 p.m.; live polka bands after. You'll also want to "stompa de grapes", catch the classic car show, buy chances on an Italian vacation, and watch the Indiana State Bocce Championships. From grand parade open to spectacular fireworks close, you'll find plenty to do at Little Italy Festival. Hours : Fri. 5 - 11 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Mon. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. For more info call: 765-832-7254 or email Sharon Vorek
Paragon Homecoming Festival	September 4 - 7, 2009 September 3 - 6, 2010 Paragon, Indiana The festival is held at Union Street and features a queen contest, parade, car show, free nightly entertainment, food and craft vendors, carnival rides and games, antique tractor show, town-wide yard sales, lawn garden tractor pulls, adult and kids contests. Hours: Friday 6:00 – 10:30 pm; Saturday 1:00 – Midnight; Sunday 10:00 am – Midnight; Monday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Morris Warthen; morriswarthen@sbcglobal.net 765-537-2879
42nd annual Marshall County Blueberry Festival	September 4 - 7, 2009 Plymouth, Indiana The Marshall County Blueberry Festival, celebrating its 42nd year is one of the Midwest’s top festivals, attracting nearly 500,000 people to Plymouth over Labor Day weekend in Centennial Park. The festival offers 500 arts & crafts, commercial and food booths from vendors all across the United States. Enjoy entertainment on three stages, a carnival, fireworks, balloon launches & glow, car show, sporting activities including the annual Blueberry Stomp 5K & 15K run and much more fun for the entire family. Hours: Friday 5:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Monday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Connie Holzwart; blueberrymail@blueberryfestival.org; 888.936.5020; 574.936.5020
37th Annual Earl Park Fall Festival	September 4 - 7, 2009 September 3 - 6, 2010 Earl Park, Indiana The Earl Park Fall Festival is known for its FREE family entertainment including a flea market, bluegrass music, truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, parade, car show, raffle, softball tournament, horseshoe tournament, mud volleyball, pedal tractor pull and more! A variety of food stands serve up something for everyone’s appetite and each day features a different dinner including a fish fry, spaghetti supper, chicken noodle and pork chops. Campers can enjoy a weekend of camping and fun in our beautiful park with a large playground. Visit our website at www.earlparkfestival.com
Fourth Street Festival	September 5 & 6, 2009 Bloomington, Indiana The Fourth Street Festival is recognized as one of the top art festivals in the country. Every Labor Day weekend, artists and artisans come to display and sell their unique original creations in a beautiful urban setting. An Art Zone for children and a musical entertainment area provide for 2 days of family enjoyment. The event is located at 4th and Grant in downtown Bloomington. Come celebrate with us. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Free admission. CONTACT INFO: David Goodrum; info@4thstreet.org; 812.335.3814
Hospice of South Central Indiana & Emcon Community Concert	September 5, 2009 September 4, 2010 Columbus, Indiana Free outdoor oldies concert featuring national acts, fireworks, food and souvenir booths. No seating provided, parking outside of park. Proceeds benefit Hospice. Hours: 7:00 – 10:00 pm, free admission Contact info: Deb Cummings; dcummings@crh.org; 812.314.8053
Labor Day Festival	September 5-7, 2009 September 4 - 6, 2010 Vernon, Indiana Labor Day Weekend there will be booths and over 100 dealers of antiques and vintage collectibles, crafts other items and food on the streets of Historic Vernon, Indiana. Clean restroom facilities are available. This event is sponsored by the Jennings County Historical Society and all proceeds are used to support the Historical Society’s museum and preserve our county’s rich history. Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat. & Sun.; 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday. Contact Info: Pat Rice 812.346.8989 jencohissoc@seidata.com
Tipton County Pork Festival	September 10-12, 2009 Tipton, Indiana 2009 marks our 41st Anniversary. Come experience our World Famous #1 “Tipton County Pork Chop” or try our Pork BBQ or Pork Patty Sandwich, kids meals are available. Our streets are also lined with all types of food vendors. Thursday is our opening day parade and Saturday is our Grand Parade. Enjoy free entertainment, carnival rides, Queen and Princess pageant, arts and crafts show and commercial vendors. Hours: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Dave Colbert; tiptonporkfestival@yahoo.com; 765.675.2342
42nd Annual Dale Fall Festival	September 10 - 12, 2009 September 9 - 11, 2010 Dale, Indiana The Dale Fall Festival is an admission free fun-filled family festival complete with competitive events, great food, and carnival rides. During the festival, there is also a big parade consisting of marching bands and floats. Festival is held at Dale City Park at the corner of Medcalf and Wallace. Hours: Thursday 6:00– 10:00 pm; Friday 4:00 pm – 1:00 am; Saturday 8:00 am – 1:00 am, Free admission Contact Info: Mark Lubbehusen; lubbehusenfarm@psci.net; 812-937-2467
Roann Covered Bridge Festival	September 10 - 13, 2009 Roann, Indiana Join the residents of Roann and Wabash County as we celebrate the heritage of the Roann Covered Bridge. This four day festival runs Thursday thru Sunday and happens every year the weekend after Labor Day. This annual fall festival is widely known for its free family entertainment including an antique tractor pull, parade, pedal tractor pull, mud volley ball, live music, entertainment and so much more! Hours: Thursday & Friday 5:00 – 11:00 pm; Saturday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, Sunday Noon – 5:00 pm. Free admission Contact info: Joie Powell; shawn-jo@hotmail.com; 765.833.2197
Old Fashioned Days	September 11 & 12, 2009 Darlington, Indiana Located downtown on Main Street, come help Darlington revive Pioneer Days with an Old Fashioned Days festival. We will have old-fashioned cars and tractors, games for all ages, a fish fry, entertainment, parade and vendors. Hours: Friday 4:00 pm – closing; Saturday 9:00 am – closing; free admission Contact info: Mary Lou Weliever; ijamie@att.net; 765.794.4097
Canaan Fall Festival & Pony Express Mail-Run Celebration	September 11 - 13, 2009 September 10 - 12, 2010 Canaan, Indiana Pony Express Mail Run from Canaan to Madison, IN. Activities include: Old fashioned parade; free music; games and contests for children including frog jumping, pedal pull, pony rides; Chief White-eye painting contest; Little Papoose baby contest; good food; homemade ice cream; flea market; museum tours; antique tractors; outdoor church service on Sunday morning. Hours: Friday Noon - 10:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am - 10:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Contact info: Gale Ferris; hankins1@seidata.com; 812.839.4770
Blues at the Crossroads	September 11 & 12, 2009 Terre Haute, Indiana Gates will open at 11:00 with opening ceremonies starting at noon. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the music, food, and the company of other lovers of the blues. As last year the day will end with an all-start jam. Any artist that played during the festival may be on stage for the last jam of the night. Stay to the end so you can brag to your friends who you saw playing. Hours: Friday 6:00 pm – 2:00 am; Saturday 11:00 am – 2:00 am, Admission $10.00 daily, under 16 free. Contact info: Connie Wrin; verveat677@aol.com; 812.239.3078
Lanesville Heritage Weekend	September 11 - 13, 2009 September 10 - 12, 2010 Lanesville, Indiana A variety of activities including: a fiddlers contest, Queen and Princess Contest, log sawing, truck and tractor pulls, sawmill, steam engines, field demonstrations, antique tractors and hit n’ miss engines. Enjoy a parade, fiesta rides, craft demonstrations, booths and so much more! Free admission and free shuttles. Hours: Friday Noon – 11:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 11:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. CONTACT INFO: Kenneth Acton, email kacton@jobrentals.com ; 812.951.3571
Brownstown Melonfest	September 11 & 12, 2009 Brownstown, Indiana Melonfest 2009 will be our 41^st anniversary, celebrating with free stage entertainment, crafts booths, food booths, flea market, many activities and an hour-long parade. Hours: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Jed Wheatley; jwheat@jacksonremc.com (812) 358-5112 x136
Fall Creek Heritage Fair	September 11 & 12, 2009 September 10 & 11, 2010 Pendleton, Indiana The Fair is held in historic Falls Park in Pendleton, IN. Visit over two hundred booths featuring handmade crafts including wood items, jewelry and hand-sewn articles. Lot of home baked goods, famous K-burgers made by the Kiwanis Club of Pendleton, kettle corn and other food booths. Free admission! Contact info: Martha Godleski; marthagodleski@insighbb.com; 765.778.3876
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival	September 12, 2009 2010 date to be decided Valparaiso, Indiana Valparaiso is home to Orville Redenbacher’s empire and the Nation’s “FIRST” Popcorn Parade. Over 300 booths, 40 food booths, Kid’s Activities area, 2 stages of music, Hot Air Balloon Show and 5 mile “Popcorn Panic” run. Hours: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm; Free admission Contact info: Tina St. Aubin; popcorn@popcornfest.org; 219.464.8332
Miami County Heritage Days	September 12, 2009 Peru, Indiana www.miamicountymuseum.com Come and bring your family to the annual Heritage Days around the Miami County Courthouse & Museum. The theme is the 1930s and John Dillinger's raid of the police department for guns. There will be various activities related to the 1930s, as well as food and vendors. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:oo pm; Free admission CONTACT INFO: Mildred Kopis; admin@miamicountymuseum.com; 765.473.9183
Stone’s Trace Pioneer Festival	September 12 & 13, 2009 September 11 & 12, 2010 Ligonier, Indiana This festival features pioneer craft demonstrations, civil war encampment, a Native American Living History village in addition to continuous stage entertainment and a children’s activity area. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Admission $4.00 adults; children under 12 free. Contact Info: Janet Sweeney; sweeneyjanet@hotmail.com or 260-856-2666
Cambridge City Canal Days	September 12 & 13, 2009 Cambridge City, Indiana Antiques, arts & crafts, home tour, Haunts & History tour, golf tournament, 5K run, duck race, entertainment, car & tractor show, kids alley and large parade. Hours: Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Norma J. Bertsch; kcom75@msn.com; 765.478.4689
Bridgeton Milling & Craft Demonstration Days	September 12 & 13, 2009 Bridgeton, Indiana Live demonstrations at the Mill grinding cornmeal and flour on 200 year old French burr stones. Pioneer craft demonstrations, fiber arts, event food. Hours: Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Blanche Case; bton1878hse@aol.com; 765.548.2136
Trucks in Paradise	September 12, 2009 September 11, 2010 Wabash, Indiana Wabash’s first trucks show featuring all kinds of trucks; old, modified, all shapes and sizes, truck memorabilia and food booths. Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Trula Cramer; tourism@wabashcountycvb.com; 260.563.7171 or 800-563-1169
Pigeon RiverFest	September 12,2009 Mongo, Indiana A day of family fun including duck races, pie bakeoff, craft and art show, hourly contests, live entertainment, parade, family tug-of-war, storytelling, magicians and karaoke. Hours: Friday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm; Free Admission Contact info: Sherri Johnston; logsrus@ligtel.com; 260.367.2362
Whitley County Autumn Art Festival	September 12, 2009 Columbia City, Indiana Food court, carriage rides, children’s activity tent, live music & entertainment. An amateur art show for school children and adults of Whitley County including a People’s Choice Award contest, new this year! Other activities include Whitley County clowns and over 40+ professional vendors, face painting and sidewalk chalk art. Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Free admission. Contact info: Kevin M. Wright: kwright@team-national.com; 877.5775.9089 or 260.248.2924
Rising Sun Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts	September 12 & 13, 2009 Rising Sun, Indiana The Rising Sun Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts is a juried event that will support and showcase nationally acclaimed artists by offering the public the opportunity to meet artists, and to view and purchase fine art while sampling wine and enjoying music and refreshments. There are $8,000 in awards for the artists. The Festival is held in the Historic Downtown District of Rising Sun amid landscaped streets and our Ohio Riverwalk. Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Debby Abrams; info@risingsunartfestival.org; 513.379.7169
Hoosier Fall Festival	September 12 & 13, 2009 September 11 - 12, 2010 Knightstown, Indiana Hoosier Fall Festival is held on the Town Square, featuring arts & crafts, music entertainment, antiques & so much more! Hours: Vary; Free admission. Contact Info: Emily McCorkle; 800.668.1895
Andersontown Powwow and Indian Market	September 12 & 13, 2009 September 11 & 12, 2010 Anderson, Indiana A celebration of the Native American history of Anderson’s past through an intertribal celebration, Native American artists, traders, food, dancing, music, storytelling, demonstrations and children’s activities. Hours: Saturday 11 am - 9 pm; Sunday 11:00 am – 4:00 pm; Admission $5.00, ages 8 & under free. CONTACT INFO: Ralph L. Day; info@andersontownpowwow.org ; 800.533.6569 or 765.643.5633
Friendship Flea Market	September 12 - 20, 2009 September 11 - 19, 2010 Friendship, Indiana Two nine day shows each year, June & September. Vendors sell a wide variety of goods and specialty foods. Stay late and enjoy the campfire with live country music. Hours: 9:00 am – ?; Free admission Contact Info: Jan Schnell; friendflea@aol.com; 859.341.9188
National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association’s National Championship Shoot	September 12-20, 2009 Friendship, Indiana www.nmlra.org This is the National Championships of Muzzle Loading. Enjoy competitions, living history demonstrations, traditional crafts and period artisans, music, museum, children’s activities and flea market. Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, AdmissionContact info: Terri Trowbridge; mblastdop@seidata.com; 800.745.1493; 812.667.5131
18th Annual Columbus Scottish Festival	September 12 & 13, 2009 September 11 & 12, 2010 Columbus, Indiana Held at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds the 2nd weekend in September. The annual Scottish festival brings Highland traditions and culture to southern Indiana. Watch highland games including athletics, dancing and sheepdog trails/demonstrations. Visit reenactment camps, highland bagpipe bands, children’s activities, Celtic food, merchandise and musical entertainment from ballads to Celtic rock. Fun for the whole family! Hours: Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm; Admission $10.00 adults Saturday, $7.00 Sunday; children 6-12 $2.00, under 6 free. Discount advance tickets available. Contact info: info@scottishfestival.org; 800.468.6564.
39^th annual Arts & Crafts in the Park	September 13, 2009 September 12, 2010 Lawrenceburg, Indiana Over 150 quality handcrafted art and craft vendors, show is held outdoors rain or shine in quaint City Park. All food booths are manned by local charities, handicap accessible and restrooms available. Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm For more info contact Cheryl Kendrick at 812-537-3269 or e-mail.
Monroe County Fall Festival	September 17 - 19, 2009 September 16 - 18, 2010 Ellettsville, Indiana The Monroe County Fall Festival features continuous live entertainment under cover in the new shelter house located on Park Street. There will also be food vendors, crafts and games for the kids. The parade will be on Saturday beginning at Noon. Hours: Thursday 6:00 – 11:00 pm; Friday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am - 11:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Amber Ragle; deputyclerk@bluemarble.net; 812.876.3860
32nd Annual Nappanee Apple Festival	September 17 - 20, 2009 Nappanee, Indiana www.nappaneeapplefestival.org Nappanee will come alive with the many activities of the 33rd Annual Nappanee Apple Festival. The festival offers an incredible lineup of activities and entertainment for all ages! Activities this year include, great entertainment on two stages, craft vendors, carnival rides, parade, teen dance, queen contest, apple baking contest, garden tractor pull, pedal pull contest, Wings and Wheels show, apple peeling contest, bike ride, road run, pie eating contest, frog jumping contest, tractor pull, cheerleading contest, laser light shows and much, much more! Hours: Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday Noon – 6:00 pm; Free admission CONTACT INFO: Chamber of Commerce; sam@nappaneeapplefestival.org; 574.773.7812
Middlebury Fall Festival	September 18 & 19, 2009 Middlebury, Indiana A community celebration featuring local artisans & crafters in a small town atmosphere with our local Amish Community. We showcase a farmer’s market, seasonal garden & floral items, as well as homemade foods and entertainment. Hours: Fri: 10am-8pm Sat 9am-5pm Free AdmissionContact: ph: 574-825-2430 e-mails: savonblon@fsbmiddlebury.com
Nineveh Fiddler’s & Fur Trappers Festival	September 18 & 19, 2009 Nineveh, Indiana Hours: Friday 3:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Carolyn Prince; cprinceal@msn.com; 317.409.4762
Francesville Fall Festival	September 18 - 20, 2009 September 17 - 19, 2010 Francesville, Indiana Our fall festival is held on the downtown streets featuring arts, crafts, flea markets, food booths, carnival rides, daily dinners, contests, music, free entertainment, parade, auto show, garden tractor pull and Fireworks! Hours: Friday 4:30-9:30 pm, Saturday 6:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, free admission. Contact info: Betty Kruger; bcruger@home.ffni.com; 219.567.9689
Frankton Heritage Days	September 18 - 20, 2009 September 17 - 19, 2010 Frankton, Indiana Held at Bailey’s Field with a hometown atmosphere, event features live entertainment, antique tractor displays, parade, car show, craft vendors and more. Free shuttle service. Hours: Friday 4:00-10:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, admission $2.00 valid all three days. Contact info: Jeff Alexander; jbalex46044@yahoo.com; 765.754.3218
Bizarre Bazaar	September 18, 2009 Downtown Hammond, Indiana The Bizarre Bazaar is the Downtown Hammond Council's new signature event offering something for everyone! All day activities include: Arts & Crafts Vendors, Food Vendors, Dance Troupes, Kids Games, 25 cents to $1, Hair Cut-A-Thon for Charity, Scavenger Hunt, Stuffapalooza Community Yard Sale, Kids Art Activities sponsored by South Shore Arts. Special activities include: Canine Costume Contest, Pie Baking Contest, K-12 grade Chess Tournament, Wacky Hat Contest, Custom Rod and Car Show, Adult Doubles Bean Bag Tournament – 24 team limit, El Taco Real Salsa Eating Contest, Live Rock & Roll by Nomad Planets and a free Pops Concert by the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra! Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Karen Maravilla; eltacoreal.karen@sbcglobal.net; 219.512.4298
Bear Hollow Fall Fest & Dasholz	September 18-20, 2009 September 17 - 19, 2010 Saint Croix, Indiana www.perrycountyindiana.org Come visit this unique woodcarving festival with crafts, entertainment, food, international chainsaw carving contest and vendor booths. Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Admission: $2 parking fee. Contact info: Bev Minto; perrycountycvb@psci.net; 888.343.6262; 812.547.7933
Back to the Fifties Festival	September 18 & 19, 2009 September 17 - 18, 2010 Lebanon, Indiana Friday night offers a Street Dance with a live band, food court, Classic Car Cruise-In, Children’s Fun Park; Art & Photography show check-in. Saturday includes live entertainment, Classic Car Show, Children’s Fun Park, Art & Photography show, food court, arts & crafts booths, Classic Bicycle Show (odd years only), specialty contests, free parking and shuttle from Memorial Park. Hours: Friday 6:00-10:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm. Free admission. Contact info: committee@fiftiesfestival.com; 866.447.5050
Sidewalk Chalk Art Bash	September 19, 2009 Date for 2010 to be announced Greencastle, Indiana This event brings people of all ages to relax and draw and color in the streets with chalk. Door prizes, fun & food for all. Admission: $5 per registrant Contact: Karla Lawless, 800-829-4639; e-mail cbc@coveredbridgecountry.com
Colonel John Vawter Day	September 19, 2009 Morgantown, Indiana This event is held the third Saturday of September every year in honor of one of Morgantown’s most successful merchants in the 1800’s. Activities include: vendors, food, pork chop dinner, live music, entertainment, games, car show and fireworks. Hours: 9:00 am – fireworks at dusk, free admission, free parking Contact info: Audrey Lasiter; amiller122@hotmail.com; 812.597.4551
Arts Festival (formerly Cass County Arts Festival)	September 19, 2009 Logansport, Indiana This 13^th annual arts festival and event will surprise and delight you, a treat for young and old. Listen to a variety of live music from metal to jazz, shop for unique arts & crafts, a large collection of books for sale, talented artisans on hand demonstrating and selling their work. Enjoy a relaxing day along the Wabash River in downtown Logansport, brought to you by the Cass County Arts Alliance. Hours: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm; Admission $1.00 per person. Contact Info: Kathy Adair; casscountyarts@verizon.net
Old Washington Street Festival	September 19 & 20, 2009 September 18 & 19, 2010 Muncie, Indiana Be a part of all the excitement and festivities during the Annual Old Washington Street Festival. The festival features architectural, cultural and social heritage of Muncie’s Emily Kimbrough Historic District and the surrounding neighborhood. Events include: demonstrations of contemporary to the turn of the century crafts, musical entertainment, a kiddie ice cream social and other refreshments, antiques and a hand-drawn fire pumper, taking visitors back to the gas boom era. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission Contact info: Chris Poland; polander4@sbcglobal.net; 765.289.9304
ICS Chili Cook-Off	September 19, 2009 2010 date TBA Vincennes, Indiana Located in Patrick Henry Square, the ICS Indiana State Championship cook-off featuring entertainment, tube races on the Wabash River, chili sampling, games and music. Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, free admission CONTACT INFO: Loretta Day; info@vincennescvb.org; 800.886.6443 or 812.886.0400
Trail of Courage Living History Festival Photo Courtesy of the Fulton County Historical Society	September 19 & 20, 2009 September 18 & 19, 2010 Rochester, Indiana Pre-1840 events held on the banks of the Tippecanoe River. Festival depicts frontier life with historic encampments. Foods cooked over wood fire, 2 stages with music and dance, canoe rides, traditional crafts, cannon demo, frontier blab school, post office, muzzleloading shooting, storytells, Indian dances, tram rides and free parking. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Admission $6.00 adults; $4.00 children; five and under free. Contact Info: Melinda Clinger; fchs@rtcol.com; 574.223.4436
Gasthof Fall Festival	September 19 & 20, 2009 September 18 & 19, 2010 Montgomery, Indiana Come to the Gasthof Amish Village, gateway to Southern Indiana Amish Country, and enjoy our Fall Festival. This annual event features craft vendors of all kinds, flea markets, carriage ridges, barrel train rides for the children, live Gospel music and much more. The Gasthof Restaurant serves a delicious homemade Amish Buffet and our Bakery sells fresh baked homemade pies, cakes, cookies, breads and Amish treats. Spend the weekend in our Village Inn, call 812.486.2600. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Free admission Contact info: Jocelyn, mail@gasthofamishvillage.com; 812.486.4900
Bargersville Family Fun Fest	September 2009 Bargersville, Indiana www.baafa.org Enjoy live bands and dancing in the streets, craft, games and drawings all day long in addition to food vendors. Join us for our parade on Saturday at Noon. Hours: Saturday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Contact info: Rita Ottinger; ottingerrita@yahoo.com; 317.422.0837
33^rd annual Bill Monroe Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Uncle Pen Days Festival	September 24 - 27, 2009 Bean Blossom, Indiana www.beanblossom.com Mecca of Bluegrass featuring over 30 bands and the Bluegrass Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Festival offers food, vendors, flea market and camping on site. Admission, hours vary. CONTACT INFO: Gaby Zimmerman; beanblossombg@hotmail.com; 812.988.6422
Pioneer Days	September 25 - 26, 2009 Troy, Indiana Enjoy our riverfront street festival featuring live entertainment, food, beer garden, fireworks and children’s games. Hours: Vary; Free admission Contact info: Bev Minto; perrycountycvb@psci.net; 888.343.6262; 812.547.7933 or visit www.perrycountyindiana.org
Thorntown's Festival of the Turning Leaves	September 25 - 27, 2009 Thorntown, Indiana Activities include a car show, free entertainment, great food, large children’s area, fun parade, free dinner concert and exciting displays of local craftsmanship. No matter what you are looking for, you are sure to find it at the Festival of the Turning Leaves in historic Thorntown. Bring the kids and enjoy three days of family fun. Hours: Friday 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Saturday 6:30 am - 10:00 pm, Sunday 6:30 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission CONTACT INFO: Martha Lewellen; info@thorntownfestival.org; 765.436.2773
Kewanna Fall Festival – Tribute to Home Town Heros	September 25 - 27, 2009 September 24 - 26, 2010 Kewanna, Indiana Free circus with lions, elephant, horses, clowns and magic! Free carnival rides daily, food vendors, flea market and vendors. Visit the past and present tractor & power show and enjoy free entertainment daily on 2 stages. Hours: 5:30 – 10 pm Friday; 10 am – 10 pm Saturday; Noon – 5pm Sunday; Free admission Contact info: Thomas Mate; lukesproducts@embarqmail.com; 574.653.2055
Owen Co. Antique Machinery Association Machinery	September 25 - 27, 2009 September 24 - 27, 2010 Spencer, Indiana www.owenama.org Come join us for a weekend of good family fun in the scenic hills of Owen County. The Owen County Fairgrounds located at One S. East St., in downtown Spencer, IN is the location for the Antique Machinery Fair put on by the Owen County Antique Machinery Association. Come hungry to the Ham & Bean dinner or enjoy a sandwich, but be sure to try the homemade ice cream. Children can participate in games, ride the barrel ride and participate in the Kiddie Tractor pull. Adults can enjoy a large display of antique tractors, Hit and Miss Engines, a steam engine working an old sawmill and an Edger. We also have a threshing machine, Hammer Mill, Hay Press and adult tractor games. Entertainment along with Arts & Crafts and flea market vendors will be there for shopping. Don’t miss it! Contact info: Jane Rhude, jrhude@socs.k12.in.us; 812.821.0991
Avon Community Heritage Festival	September 25 & 26, 2009 Avon, Indiana Affordable Family Fun for Everyone! Celebrated the last Friday and Saturday of each September, the 10th annual Avon Community Heritage Festival features a parade, talent show, food, games, entertainment, crafts and a spectacular fireworks display at Washington Township Park on Saturday. Food and entertainment is held on Friday evening at the Harmony Baptist Church. Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm; Free admission. Contact Info: Renee Spencer; renee.spencer@princetonone.com; 317.627.9974
Fall-O-Ween Fest	September 25-27 , 2009 TBD 2010 Walkerton, Indiana Location – John Glenn High School Campus The scent of apples and spices mixed with a wood fire and falling leaves signals a change in season. Apples will be cooking in a copper kettle over an open flame to prepare fall festival food. Homemade Apple Dumplings. Homemade Apple Butter. Homemade Potato Donuts. The fest also features live entertainment, Skerbeck Brothers Carnival, a Hog Roast, breakfasts & dinners, petting zoo, 5K Run, Garage Sale, Arts/Crafts vendors. Come to this family-oriented & community sponsored festival celebrating autumn in Walkerton, IN. Admission : Free Hours: Friday 4-10 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more info., contact www.jgsc.k12.in.us or call 574-586-3195
Atlanta New Earth Festival	September 26 & 27, 2009 September 25 & 26, 2010 Atlanta, Indiana Atlanta, Indiana, home of the 36^th annual Atlanta New Earth Festival. During the fourth weekend in September, this old fashioned town of 760 swells to over 100,000. 600+ vendors, shop Main Street for unique, fine arts, crafts, pottery, clothing, jewelry and more. The juried area features all handmade items. Shop Broadway Street and Dolles Park for antiques, crafts, collectibles and more. Hungry? Apple dumplings, corn dogs, barbecue and polish sausage to alligator and ostrich burgers. Make an event of it and catch the train at the Indiana Transportation Museum in Noblesville with departures every two hours. Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Email: remmert@comcast.net
Forks of the Wabash Pioneer Festival	September 26 & 27, 2009 September 25 - 26, 2010 Huntington, Indiana www.pioneerfestival.org Enjoy Hoosier life of the mid-1800’s with encampments, reenactments, crafts, antiques, games, entertainment, engines, tractors and Vintage baseball. Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday; 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday; Admission $3.00 adults, $1.00 students, under 5 free Contact info: Debbie Stoffel; 260.358.8271
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art	September 26 & 27, 2009 September 25 - 26, 2010 Madison, Indiana Southern Indiana’s premier fine art & craft festival, handmade work by exhibitors from across the United States. Activities include entertainment, foodfest and kid’s activity tent. Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday; Free admission Contact info: Tiffini; tiffini@visitmadison.org 812.265.2956; 800.559.2956
Dugger Coal Festival	September 26 – October 4, 2009 September 18-26, 2010 Dugger, Indiana Sullivan County’s largest parade. Hosting a carnival, flea market, fishing tournament, Arts & Crafts, Coal Mining Displays, Coal Mining Games, Coal Museum, Free Entertainment & Old Fashioned Fun Night. Free Admission. Hours Sat 10 am – 10 pm; Sun 10 am – 8 pm (Tues –Thurs 4 pm – 10pm) E-mail: duggercoalfestival@yahoo.com Ph: 812-648-2902
Russell Farms Pumpkin Patch Country Fall Festival	September 26 & 27, 2009 October 3 & 4; 10 & 11; 17 & 18; 24 & 25, 31, 2009 Noblesville, Indiana Enjoy the Fall on a real working farm, where you can go through two corn mazes (one with a scavenger hunt theme and get a prize), miniature golf, pet farm animals and hayrides to and from the pumpkin patch. Enjoy Bluegrass music, good food, peddle tractors, peddle carts for big kids/adults, a country store with lots of fudge, apple butter, crafts, etc. Lots of fun activities like lassoing a bull, basketball and many fun games for all ages! Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm; Admission: $4.00 each, 2 and younger free. Contact info: Laura Jackson-Russell; snekcihc@aol.com; 317.773.9078
Harvest Celebration Festival	September 26 & 27, 2009 September 25 & 26, 2010 Madison, Indiana “Fall into Fun”. A cornucopia of artists, crafters, festival food, fall color and wine engulf the French Country gardens surrounding Lanthier Winery. Enjoy wine tasting, festival food, shopping and fun! Hours: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; Free admission Contact Info: Rita Adams; info@lanthierwinery.com; 800.41-wines; 812-273.2409
Aurora Farmers Fair	September 30, October 1-3, 2009 September 29 & 30, October 1 & 2, 2010 Aurora, Indiana www.aurorafarmersfair.com or www.aurorafarmersfair.org Games, rides, exhibits, artisan area, lots of food booths, 2 hour parade beginning at 9:30 am on Saturday. Hours: Wednesday & Thursday 5:00-11:00 pm; Friday & Saturday Noon – 11:00 pm, free admission Contact info: George Feustel; kitchengeorge@embarqmail.com; 812.926.3417