(WNDU) - Summer is here, which means it’s time for festivals, events and fairs galore here in Michiana!

With some help from our reporting partners at The South Bend Tribune, we have a list of events for you and your family to enjoy this summer.

For a full list of county fairs in our area, head to the bottom of this story.

**Notes: Events that have already run their course will be removed from the list. All times are Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.**

JUNE

Sturgis Fest

Downtown Sturgis

Tuesday, June 24, through Saturday, June 28

Week-long adventure with Kick-off dinner, Family day, Bike night, Cruise/parade night, and All-sports day and fireworks on Saturday. This year’s theme is “Traveling Through Time.” For more details on daily events, click here.

Elkhart ArtWalk

Downtown Elkhart

Thursday, June 26; Thursday, July 24; Thursday, Aug. 28; and Thursday, Sept. 25

Hands-on art activities, live music. For more information, click here.

Classic Car Cruise-Ins

Essenhaus (240 U.S. 20, Middlebury)

Every Thursday from May-September, 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Whether you are a classic car owner or a car enthusiast, this event is for you! Enjoy strolling through the vintage vehicles and comparing makes, models, and memories at this free event! Registering your classic car is completely free as well. For more info, click here.

Middlebury Summer Festival

Memorial Park, 105 N. Main St., Middlebury;

Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28

Live bluegrass and gospel music, festival food, crafters, children’s activities, parade, 5K and 1 mile race, and more. For more information and entry forms, click here.

Movies in the Park

Pringle Park (1912 W. Lincoln Avenue, Goshen)

Enjoy family fun movies this summer for free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concessions available. Events start at 7 p.m.

• “IF” - Friday, June 27
• “Descendants” - Friday, July 18

Fridays by the Fountain

Leeper Park (907 Riverside Drive, South Bend), Howard Park (219 S. St. Louis Boulevard) and Seitz Park (316 E. Colfax Avenue, South Bend)

Every Friday through Aug. 29 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Free 13-week summer lunchtime concert series. You can bring your own food or enjoy food from one of many local food trucks on site. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Locations for each concert listed below.

• June 27: Terry & the Heartbeats at Leeper Park
• July 11: Hey Annie at Howard Park
• July 18: Resurrection Blues Band at Howard Park
• July 25: David Hilliker at Howard Park
• Aug. 1: PT & the Cruisers at Seitz Park
• Aug. 8: Don Savoie at Seitz Park
• Aug. 15: Memphis Underground at Seitz Park
• Aug. 22: Janet Hines at Seitz Park
• Aug. 29: Big Daddy’s Dupree’s Broke & Hungry Blues Band at Seitz Park

Curbside Concerts

Elkhart Public Library - Downtown (300 S. 2nd Street, Elkhart)

Every Friday through June 27 (plus a special Elkhart Jazz Festival weekend Saturday show) at 7 p.m.

All concerts are free and open to the public. Concert goers enjoy the show from the parking lot. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Beer, wine and soda available for purchase. Food truck will be parked nearby. Concerts will be moved indoors if it rains.

• June 27: Duke Tumatoe

Downtown Live at the Depot

Nickel Plate Square (103 S. Michigan Street, Argos)

One Saturday a month from May-August at 6:30 p.m.

Free, family-friendly summer concert series in downtown Argos. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Coolers with adult beverages allowed, but you’re urged to drink responsibly.

Upcoming concert schedule below:

• June 28: Tonight Only (Rock & Americana)
• July 26: Cody Buck (Americana)
• Aug. 23: Bachelor Road (Rock, Blues and Alternative)

Lavender Festival

Lakeside Lavender and Herbs (273 W. Johnson Road, LaPorte)

Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT

Held at the height of purple, lavender varieties in bloom. U-pick bundles, artisan vendors, food, classes, frozen lavender lemonade and ice cream.

Summer Artisan Market

Filkins Vineyards (6991 Ryno Road, Coloma)

Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An array of booths and vendors, La Chula Food Truck, crafted wines for sale.

South Bend Farmers Market Events

South Bend Farmers Market (1105 Northside Boulevard, South Bend)

• July Cookout: Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — burgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob
• Hawaiian Luau: Saturday, July 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — kalua pulled pork, salad, grilled pineapple
• Labor Day Cookout: Saturday, Aug. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — ribs, mac and cheese, baked beans
• Annual Car Show: Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — no charge to enter, food 11 a.m., DJ, door prizes

St. Joe Farmers Market

Lake Bluff Park (520-598 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph)

Every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fresh finds including baked goods, locally grown produce, perennials and cut flowers, meats and cheeses, coffee and more. For more details on each week of the market, click here.

Farmed & Forged Farmers Market

Michigan City (800 Washington Street) and LaPorte (Lincolnway and Monroe Street)

Every Saturday (Michigan City) through Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. to noon CDT

Every Sunday (LaPorte) through Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT

The producer-only market features a wide array of locally grown produce, handmade goods, fresh foods, and more. For more information, click here.

Lighthouse Tours

Tiscornia Park (80 Ridgeway Street, St. Joseph)

Every Saturday through Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Weather permitting, tours are weekly on Saturdays from start of North Pier to lighthouse at 10 a.m., free first-floor exhibit, $5 per person to climb to the top of lighthouse. Purchase in-person with CASH only at the lighthouse or with cash or credit at the St. Joe Today Welcome Center (301 State Street, St. Joseph).

2025 Buchanan Pride

The Common in Buchanan

Sunday, June 29, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Vendors, food, concert, Samba performance with dance lessons, and more. For more information and updates, click here.

Christmas in June Concert

Christ the King Lutheran Church (17195 Cleveland Road, South Bend)

Sunday, June 29, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

A variety of Christmas favorites, followed by a traditional carol sing-along, and the fabulous gospel Christmas celebration, Hope (complete with chamber orchestra and original narration by Izzy Harbin). A $20 suggested donation will be taken at the door, and 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Seasons Counseling of Michiana. Immediately after the performance, there will be a Christmas Ice Cream Social.

Potawatomi Park Summer Concert Series

Chris Wilson Pavilion at Potawatomi Park (500 S. Greenlawn Avenue, South Bend)

Every Sunday through Aug. 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Free concerts featuring country, Tejano music, pop, classic rock, and more. Bring your friends and family to this fun-filled evening!

• June 29: Mr. Z
• July 6: Paul Zulas and Later the Never
• July 13: Michiana String Collective
• July 20: The Hipposonics
• July 27: Nathan King
• Aug. 3: Los Hermanos Bueno
• Aug. 10: The David Hiliker Quarter
• Aug. 24: Soul Discovery

JULY

Wednesday Night Market

Court Place Plaza, St. Joseph

Every Wednesday from July 2 through Aug. 27 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

A mix of artisans and farmers and their handcrafted goods + food/beverages. For more information on each market, click here.

Berrien Springs Pickle Festival

History Center at Courthouse Square (313 N. Cass Street, Berrien Springs)

Friday, July 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Vendors, pickle fling, Big Wheel races, old fashioned pickle games, Pickled Piper Tasting Room, relish eating contest and dunk tank. For more information and updates, click here.

***FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS***

WNDU.com will have a more thorough listing of Fourth of July-related events in the near future.

Topeka 4th of July Celebration

Town of Topeka, Indiana

Friday, July 4, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Pancake breakfast, Road Race & Fun Walk, farmer’s market, kids’ games, parade, buggy races, concert with Jake Hoot, fireworks, more. For more information, click here.

DTSB First Fridays

Downtown South Bend

Friday, July 4; Friday, Aug. 1; and Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Different theme each month. Live music, dining and retail specials, art receptions, kid-friendly activities, and more. For more details on monthly events, click here. Monthly themes listed below:

• July: Backyard BBQ
• August: Little Bit Country
• September: Dog Days of Summer

Goshen First Fridays

Downtown Goshen

Friday, July 4; Friday, Aug. 1; and Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Different theme each month. Music, specials, activities and more. For more details on monthly events, click here. Monthly themes listed below:

• July: Stars & Stripes Social
• August: Goshen Games
• September: Bexbach Bash

Howard Park Summer Concert Series

Howard Park (219 S. Saint Louis Boulevard, South Bend)

Friday, July 4; Friday, Aug. 1; and Friday, Sept. 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Free concerts featuring everything from classic rock and soul to Latin music and more. Bring your friends, family, and a blanket! For more information, click here.

• July 4: Size Matters
• Aug. 1: Memphis Underground
• Sept. 5: Day Train

Movies in the Park

Howard Park (219 S. St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend)

Free evening movies. Don’t forget to bring out your lawn chairs and picnic blankets.

• July 4: “Shrek” (Screening at 8 p.m., followed by Fireworks)
• Aug. 15: “Finding Nemo”
• Oct. 17: “Coco”

Mayor’s Summer of Music

River Park Square (112 Water Street, Plymouth)

Every Friday from July 4 to Sept. 5 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Free concert series. Bring a cooler of your own beverages and food or purchase food from a variety of local food trucks. Bring your own chairs and blankets.

• July 4: This Homemade Conspiracy
• July 11: The Muddsharks Band
• July 18: WYSIWYG
• July 25: Mr. Funnyman
• Aug. 1: BLAMMO
• Aug. 8: Dead to Rights
• Aug. 15: Offtopic Band
• Aug. 22: RockDogs
• Aug. 29: Small Town
• Sept. 5: Falcon CarWash and Plainview Vibes

South Bend Architectural Walking Tours

Friday, July 4; Friday, Aug. 1; and Friday, Sept. 5, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Tour in August begins at the American Trust Company clock, corner of Washington and Michigan streets. Tours in July and September begin at Ambassadors for Christ Church (302 W. Washington Street). Tours are $10 (cash only) with reservation. Reservations can be made by calling 574-282-1110 or by clicking here.

Family Fun Day & Fireworks Show

Wythogan Park (101 W. Washington Street, Knox)

Saturday, July 5

Parade at 1 p.m. CDT, family fun, food, music, beer garden, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. CDT

Cars & Coffee

Studebaker National Museum (201 Chapin Street, South Bend)

Saturday, July 5; Saturday, Aug. 2; and Saturday, Sept. 6, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Enjoy coffee and doughnuts while checking out featured cars. Also, free admission to both Studebaker and History museums throughout the event. Rain or shine.

Movies on the Gridiron

Gridiron Plaza (111 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, South Bend)

Saturday, July 5, and Saturday, July 12, at dusk (about 9:30 p.m.)

Weather permitting. Free event and free parking available on-street and in Leighton Garage. Bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Themed pre-movie activities begin at 7 p.m. For more information, click here. Movies for each event listed below:

• July 5: “Moana 2″ (moved from June 21 due to extreme heat advisory)
• July 12: “Inside Out 2″

Antiques on the Bluff

Lake Bluff Park (520-598 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph)

Sunday, July 6; Sunday; Aug. 3; and Sunday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Premier antique show overlooking Lake Michigan. Rain or shine.

Bristol Homecoming Festival

Congdon Park (200 N. Division Street, Bristol)

Thursday, July 10, through Saturday, July 12

Since 1883, family-fun events, entertainment, rides, food, free kids’ area, more. No pets. No alcohol.

Nappanee Friday Fests

Downtown Nappanee (201 W. Market Street)

Friday, July 11, and Friday, Aug. 15, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Artisans, entertainment, food, crafts, shopping. For more details, click here.

Summer Sing-Along Series

Morris Performing Arts Center (211 N. Michigan Street, South Bend)

Series of free sing-along movies being shown at the Morris. Costumes encouraged. Concessions available for purchase. Reserve your free tickets today by clicking here and selecting one of the movies listed below.

• Friday, July 11, at 7 p.m. - “Encanto”
• Friday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. - “Grease”

Foam Fest

Ironworks Plaza (235 Ironworks Avenue, Mishawaka)

Saturday, July 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Day full of foam-tastic fun and games. Wear clothes and shoes you’re OK with getting wet. $10 per person entry fee.

Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm

Studebaker National Museum (897 Thomas Street, South Bend)

Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Premier celebration of automotive design, unique and rare vehicles, family friendly. Tickets are $16 pre-sale, $20 at gate, $10 members. Children ages 7 and younger are free. For more information and to purchase your tickets ahead of time, click here.

Ruthmere Ceramic Showcase

Ruthmere (302 E. Beardsley Avenue, Elkhart)

Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Shop local artists. Enjoy a free cup of coffee and music from 10 a.m. to noon at Coffee on the Piazza event. For more information, click here.

Pollinator Promenade

Elkhart Environmental Center (1717 E. Lusher Avenue, Elkhart)

Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Compete in a speed walking race, pollinator-themed costume contest, scavenger hunt, vendors, face painting, more. Registration for competitions is $1/activity. For more details, click here.

Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff

Lake Bluff Park (520-598 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph)

Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13

172 artists. For more information, click here.

Underground Railroad Days 2025

Underground Railroad Society of Cass County and Village of Vandalia, Milo Barnes Park, Highway M60, Vandalia

Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13

Guided tours of 1847 Kentucky Slave Raid, 102 U.S. Colored Troops Civil War soldiers camp, Underground Railroad sites open houses, displays and presentations, periodic music. Village of Vandalia: art/craft booths, food trucks/booths, car show on Saturday and church service on Sunday. For more information about the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County, click here.

Wednesday Brown Bag Concert Series

John E.N. Howard Bandshell (550 Port Street, St Joseph)

Every Wednesday from July 16 to Aug. 27 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Bring your lunch and take a break from the daily grind at these free concerts. For more information, click here.

Mike Yore Memorial Car Show

Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph

Friday, July 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

“Cruise” along the bluff and enjoy classic hits as you take in over 150 eye-catching vehicles.

Friday Night Concert Series

John E.N. Howard Bandshell (550 Port Street, St Joseph)

Every Friday from July 18 to Aug. 29 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Groove to the sounds of jazz, big band, classic hits and while taking in beautiful sunsets during these free concerts. For more information, click here.

Dowagiac Summer Festival & BBQ Competition

Downtown Dowagiac

Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19

Family-friendly event, music, dance, kid’s interactive entertainment, games, food trucks, artisans, vendors. For more information and registration forms, click here.

Singing Sands Sand Sculpting Festival

Washington Park Beach, 6 On the Lake, Michigan City

Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20

Professional sand sculpting competition and exhibition, live music, full bars, food, crafts, Kid’s Sand Zone. Cost is $5 daily, ages 6 and younger free with paid adult.

Our Lady of Hungary Parish Festival

Our Lady of Hungary Parish and School (735 W. Calvert Street, South Bend)

Saturday, July 19, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Family-friendly activities. Free.

Benton Harbor Children’s Art Fair

Arts District Park, corner of Water and Territorial Streets, Benton Harbor

Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Celebration of young talent with live performances, art demonstrations, hands-on art stations, food trucks, more.

Art Markets at Krasl Art Center

Krasl Art Center (707 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph)

Saturday, July 19; Saturday, Aug. 16; and Saturday, Aug. 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Featuring 12 regional artists at each market, explore sculptures and gallery exhibitions.

Lake Bluff Artisan Fair

Lake Bluff Park (520-598 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph)

Saturday, July 19; Saturday, Aug. 16; and Saturday, Aug. 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Eclectic craft fair with over 50 local vendors.

Valparaiso Wine Festival

Central Park Plaza (68 Lafayette Street, Valparaiso)

Saturday, July 19, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. CDT

Wine tasting of over 100 red, white and sparkling varieties, live entertainment, 20+ vendors. VIP Hour from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. CDT. Food available for purchase. 21+ event with valid ID. Click here to purchase your tickets.

Saugatuck Venetian Fest 2025

City of Saugatuck

Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26

Friday: 1980s cover band Starfarm, tickets $15-$20, gates open at 5 p.m., must be 21 with valid ID. On Saturday: Douglas Duck Dash, dinghy poker run, lighted boat parade, fireworks. Theme: Christmas in July. Pre-order admission and drink tickets at can be purchased here.

Sunset Skating

Howard Park (219 S. St. Louis Boulevard, South Bend)

Friday, July 25, and Friday, Aug. 22, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Each Sunset Skating session will feature a DJ spinning all your favorite tracks. You’ll need to bring your own skates. Skating only allowed within designated areas. Entry is free and all ages are welcome.

New Carlisle Hometown Days

Memorial Park in the center of New Carlisle

Friday, July 25, through Sunday, July 27

Family-friendly fun, Friday night fireworks. Click here for a schedule of events. See below for The Wiffle®Ball Championship details.

The Wiffle®Ball Championship

New Prairie Little League complex

Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27

Teams from across North America will compete for the prestigious Hometown Cup. Pool Play is played at the New Prairie Little League complex on Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT. Qualifying teams return on Sunday morning for the Hometown Cup Playoffs. The final four teams advance on to Migley Field (500 Bray Street) for the Hometown Cup Finals at 1:20 p.m. EDT.

Open to players of all ages. For more information and to register, click here.

LaPorte LakeFest

Stone, Clear and Pine Lakes

Friday, July 25, through Sunday, July 27

Music, art, food and fun for all on Pine, Stone and Clear Lakes. Fireworks, kids activities, car show, and lots more. For more details, click here.

Bass Lake Festival

Bass Lake, Knox

Friday, July 25, through Sunday, July 27

Family-friendly activities: car show, craft marketplace, parade, and more.

SerbFest

Saints Peter and Paul Serbian Orthodox Church (59250 Keria Trail, South Bend)

Saturday, July 26, from 4 p.m. to midnight

Food, live music, dancing, cold drinks, bouncy house for kids; monetary donation to be collected to support Hope Ministries.

11th Annual ARTS in the Street Festival

Downtown Plymouth (214 N. Michigan Street)

Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Full day of art, music and community celebration at an open-air gallery and stage for local and regional artists.

5th Annual Festival of Hope

Goshen Brewing Company (315 W. Washington Street, Goshen)

Saturday, July 26, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Music, kid’s activities, vendors, food trucks, community resources, and more. Free event, but donations are welcome.

Westside BBQ and Craft Fest

The Unity Gardens (3701 Prast Boulevard, South Bend)

Sunday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Live music, the garden, vendors, family-friendly activities and BBQ.

Xinsurance Great Lakes Grand Prix

Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City

Monday, July 28, through Sunday, Aug. 3

Free action-packed weekend boasts a boat parade, block party, live entertainment, family activities, festival food and drinks, meet the racers and team members, and power-boat racing. For more details, click here.

AUGUST

Shipshewana Antique Market

Shipshewana Misc. & Antique Auction Building (345 S. Van Buren Street, Shipshewana)

Friday, Aug. 1, and Saturday, Aug. 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Vendors, food, prizes, rain or shine, $5 parking per vehicle.

Elkhart Grand Prix

Downtown Elkhart

Friday, Aug. 1, and Saturday, Aug. 2

Kart racing, free concerts, tournaments, kid’s events, fireworks, and more. For more information and a schedule of events, click here.

Chalk the Block

Broad Street, St. Joseph

Friday, Aug. 1, through Sunday, Aug. 3

Artists take over Broad Street, watch as artists prepare their squares, farmers market, kids Zone, and more over the three days. Attendees vote for favorite chalk masterpiece. For more information and a full schedule of events, click here.

Fish Lake Festival

Fish Lake Conservation Club (7873 E. State Road 4, Walkerton)

Saturday, Aug. 2, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. CDT

Crafters, vendors, food, games, duck race, cruise-in, hog roast at $7-$14.

Splashtastic Weekend

Abshire Park (1302 E. Lincoln Avenue, Goshen)

Saturday, Aug. 2, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Purchase your tickets to slide one of two 300 foot water slides at Abshire Hill! Food vendors will be on site for additional cost. $10 per participant per session. No on-site registrations. Pre-registration required at Parks and Recreation Office (524 E. Jackson Street, Goshen) or online by clicking here.

Chesterton Art Fair

Dogwood Park (1504 S. 23rd Street, Chesterton)

Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3

90+ artists, live music, family activities, food vendors, free parking. For all the details, click here.

South Bend Record Show

Gillespie Conference Center at Hilton Garden Inn (53995 State Road 933, South Bend)

Sunday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Forty vendors from six states will sell a variety of music-related items, including LPs, new vinyl releases, 45s, CDs, cassettes, posters, vintage stereos, concert T-shirts and more. $7 for early admission at 9 a.m., $2 admission from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, click here.

Chill with a Cop at National Night Out

Merrifield Park (1000 E. Mishawaka Avenue, Mishawaka)

Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Evening of popsicles, games, inflatables, music, Safety Pup and more with Mishawaka Police Department.

National Night Out – Elkhart Police Dept.

Central Green (300 S. Main Street, Elkhart)

Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join the Elkhart Police Department for free family fun! Inflatables, food, K-9 demonstration, and more.

EnviroFest

Island Park (N. Main and E. Sycamore streets, Elkhart)

Friday, Aug. 8, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Food vendors, booths, silent auction, live music, kid’s area and entertainment, workshops, and more. Donations appreciated. For more information, click here.

HannaFest

Hanna, Indiana

Friday, Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 9

Celebration of the history, culture, heritage and community spirit of Hanna.

Osceola Music Festival

Fern Hunsberger Park (202 N. Lamport Street, Osceola)

Friday, Aug. 8, and Sunday, Aug. 10

Five bands, artisans, craft makers, traditional and unique festival food, frog jumping contest, and more. For more details and a full entertainment schedule, click here.

Slide the Hill

George Wilson Park (2605 Clover Road, Mishawaka)

Friday, Aug. 8, through Monday, Aug. 11

Slip-n-slide down the hills on a giant foam and water slip-n-slide. Bring your own tube. $7 admission, $8 tubes. Pre-register online by clicking here.

• Friday: Session 1 for preschool/special needs: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Session 2: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Saturday: Session 3: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; Session 4: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday: Session 5: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Monday: Session 6: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

South Bend Art Beat

Jefferson Street Bridge and East Bank, South Bend

Saturday, Aug. 9, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Day-long celebration of our local artists with a variety of performing, visual and culinary artists.

Touch-A-Truck

Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum campus (897 Thomas Street, South Bend)

Saturday, Aug. 16,, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Hands-on experience for children of all ages to touch, climb and explore various types of vehicles.

Lubeznik Arts Festival

Lubeznik Center for the Arts (101 W. Second Street, Michigan City)

Saturday, Aug. 16, and Sunday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT

80 artists, food vendors, indoor exhibitions, family activities, live demonstrations.

Yellowstone Trail Fest

Starke County Fairgrounds (400 S. Division Street, Hamlet)

Saturday, Aug. 16, and Sunday, Aug. 17

Game, food trucks, vendors, car show, fireworks, and more. For more information, including parade registry forms, click here.

Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival

DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, University of Notre Dame

Thursday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 31

“King Lear” will be performed. Tues.-Fri. 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sundays 2 p.m. For tickets, click here.

Canal Days

Village at Winona, Ind.

Saturday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Family-friendly activities, craft and art booths, food vendors, kid’s activities, cardboard boat race. For more information and to register for the cardboard boat race, click here.

Mill Pond Festival

Union Mills Conservation Club (100 Mill Pond Road, Union Mills)

Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24

Food and craft vendors, live entertainment, car show, parade, fireworks, raffles and more.

Michiana Renaissance Festival

St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds (5117 S. Ironwood Drive, South Bend)

Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24

Fun and educational activities for the whole family, rain or shine. Donate canned food items and receive $1 off ticket price. For more information, including ticket pricing, click here.

Blueberry Festival

Centennial Park (1660 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth)

Friday, Aug. 29, through Monday, Sept. 1

Crafts, vendors, food, carnival rides, sport tournaments, garden tractor pull, car show, live music and entertainment, and more. No pets allowed. For more information, click here.

Michigan City Oktoberfest

Washington Park, 6 on the Lake, Michigan City

Friday, Aug. 29, through Monday, Sept. 1

50 live entertainment acts on 3 stages, bars, food vendors, arts, crafts, merchandise vendors and kid’s zone.

SEPTEMBER

LaPorte County Draft Horse Show

LaPorte County Fairgrounds (2581 State Road 2, LaPorte)

Thursday, Sept. 4, through Saturday, Sept. 6

Hitch teams from across the country, farm team, youth events, halter shows. Bleacher seating or bring a chair, concessions or bring your own. Full list events at laportecodrafthorse.org. All times Central.

Middlebury Fall Festival 2024

Downtown Middlebury

Friday, Sept. 5, and Saturday, Sept. 6

Farmers Market, food, pork chop dinner at Fire Department from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, artisans, crafters, cornhole tournament, fireworks, and more. Bring lawn chairs.

Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival

Downtown Paw Paw, Michigan

Friday, Sept. 5, through Sunday, Sept. 7

Wine and beer tastings, grape stomp, craft show, parade. Free, but some events charge a fee. Check schedule online by clicking here.

Country Fest

Ironworks Plaza (235 Ironworks Avenue, Mishawaka)

Saturday, Sept. 6, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Join Mishawaka Parks Department and B100 for an evening filled with all things country. Food trucks, kids’ zone and more.

Arts on the Millrace

Millrace Canal, Powerhouse Park, West Washington Street, Goshen

Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Art, music, food, drink, celebrate the region’s art, kid-friendly activities. For more details, click here.

Corndog Festival

Congdon Park (N. Division Street, Bristol)

Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Artisan Village featuring area artists and vendors, Corndog Alley, Weiner Dog costume contest, Corndog king contest, music, entertainment, and more. For more information, click here.

46th Annual Valparaiso Popcorn Festival

Downtown Valparaiso, 16 E. Lincolnway

Saturday, Sept. 6, from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. CDT

Popcorn parade at 10 a.m. CDT, 300+ vendors, Main Stage Music in Central Park Plaza, Poppin’ Play Zone, beer garden, and more. For more details, click here.

Door Village Harvest Festival

Door Village, Indiana

Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7

Craft vendors, food, kids’ zone, car show, horse and wagon rides, cemetery tours, petting zoo, tractor pulls, live music, and more.

Apple Fest Arts & Craft Show

Garwood Orchards (5911 W. 50 S., LaPorte)

Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT

Arts and crafts, 25 vendors, tractor and horse-drawn wagon rides, and more.

Niles Scream Park

Niles Scream Park (855 Mayflower Road, Niles)

44 acres of blood-curdling fear and fun.

• 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Sept. 6-27
• 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Oct. 3-25
• 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays Oct. 12-26
• Almost actorless nights 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 30-31
• Adults only (18+) night 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Nov. 1.
• Black Out 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 7-8

Purchase tickets online (price is more at gate). Call 269-687-FEAR for more information.

Nappanee Apple Festival

Downtown Nappanee

Thursday, Sept. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 21

7-foot baked apple pie, vendors, crafts, games, food, music, rides, contests, and more. For more information, click here.

Sunflower Fair

Michigan Avenue, downtown LaPorte

Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT

100 crafters and vendors, entertainment, food, kid’s activities, and more. For more details, click here.

Trail of Courage Living History Festival

Fulton County Historical Society grounds (37 E. 375 N., Rochester)

Saturday, Sept. 20, and Sunday, Sept. 21

Historic pre-1840 encampments and trading; food; crafts; period music and dance; historic programs, and more. No pets. 574-223-4436. For more information and pricing, click here.

Four Flags Area Apple Festival

1740 Lake Street, Niles

Thursday, Sept. 25, through Sunday, Sept. 28

Parade, vendors, crafts, food, entertainment, rides, games and everything apple. For more information and a link to purchase wristbands, click here.

Falloween Fest

John Glenn High School (201 John Glenn Drive, Walkerton)

Friday, Sept. 26, through Sunday, Sept. 28

Food, games, special events and activities, live music, carnival rides (fee). Proceeds benefit JGHS scholarship fund. For more details, click here.

Wanatah Scarecrow Festival

N. Main and E. High streets, Wanatah

Friday, Sept. 26, through Sunday, Sept. 28

Arts and crafts, food, parade, scarecrow sculpting, fun runs, music, variety of entertainment, bingo, and more.

Brew at the Zoo

Potawatomi Zoo (500 S. Greenlawn Avenue, South Bend)

Saturday, Sept. 27 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Beer-tasting event of local and regional breweries and wineries, explore the zoo, live music, food, drinks. Held rain or shine. 21+ event, valid ID to enter. For more details and to purchase tickets, click here.

Sauk Trail Festival: Echoes of our Past

Edwardsburg Area Historical Museum (26818 W. Main Street, Edwardsburg)

Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

1650 to 1750 reenactors will provide demonstrations, Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians to perform traditional dances in regalia, rides on a Voyageur canoe, archeological dig for children, and more. 269-663-3005.

Valpo Brewfest

Central Park Plaza (68 Lafayette Street, Valparaiso)

Saturday, Sept. 27, from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. CDT

Get “hopped” at the 2025 Valpo Brewfest! Live music, sample over 200 beers, ciders, and meads from craft brewers. 21+ event, ID required. Food available for purchase. For more information and to purchase your tickets, click here.

Fusion Fest

Howard Park (219 S. St. Louis Boulevard and surrounding streets, South Bend)

Saturday, Sept. 27, and Sunday, Sept. 28

Bringing together rich cultures from around the world that make up the South Bend region, food vendors, music, demonstrations and artisans. For more information, click here.

2025 Arts Café

Corner of California and Sherman to Portage, South Bend

Sunday, Sept. 28, from noon to 6 p.m.

Arts Café, hayrides, two outdoor stages, and more. Rain or shine. For more information, click here.

Waggin in the Woods

Elkhart Environmental Center (1717 E. Lusher Avenue, Elkhart)

Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Celebrate all things dogs! Family- and pet-friendly activities, vendors, food trucks, more. Pooch Parade at 2 p.m., bring your dog, costumes encouraged. Dog agility course, raffle prizes, Ask-A-Vet booth with $15 microchipping, nail trim and more. Donations appreciated.

COUNTY FAIRS

Starke County 4-H Fair

Starke County 4-H Fairgrounds (400 Division Street, Hamlet)

Saturday, June 21, through Friday, June 27

Pulaski County 4-H & Community Fair

Pulaski County 4-H & Community Fairgrounds (125 S. Riverside Drive, Winamac)

Friday, June 27, through Wednesday, July 2

St. Joseph County 4-H Fair

St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds (5117 Ironwood Road, South Bend)

Friday, June 27, through Saturday, July 5

For more information and fair schedule, click here.

LaGrange County 4-H Fair

LaGrange County 4-H Fair Grounds (1030 E. 075 N., LaGrange)

Saturday, July 5, through Saturday, July 12

LaPorte County Fair

LaPorte County Fairgrounds (2581 State Road 2, LaPorte)

Saturday, July 5, through Saturday, July 12

For more information, click here.

Kosciusko County Fair

Kosciusko County Fairgrounds (1400 E. Smith Street, Warsaw)

Sunday, July 6, through Saturday, July 12

For more information, click here.

Marshall County 4-H Fair

Marshall County 4-H Fairgrounds (211 W. Walnut Street, Argos)

Saturday, July 12, through Friday, July 18

Fulton County 4-H Fair

Fulton County 4-H Fair Grounds (1009 W. 3rd Street, Rochester)

Saturday, July 12, through Saturday, July 19

Elkhart County 4-H Fair

Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (17746 County Road 34, Goshen)

Friday, July 18, through Saturday, July 26

For everything you need to know about the fair, click here.

Cass County Fair

Cass County Fairgrounds (590 N. O’Keefe Street, Cassopolis)

Sunday, July 27, through Saturday, Aug. 2

For more information, click here.

Berrien County Youth Fair

Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds (9122 M-139, Berrien Springs)

Monday, Aug. 11, through Saturday, Aug. 16

For more details, click here.

St. Joseph County Grange Fair

St. Joseph County Grange Fairground (316 E. Charlotte Street, Centreville)

Sunday, Sept. 14, through Saturday, Sept. 20

For more information, click here.

STATE FAIRS

Indiana State Fair

Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center (1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis)

Friday, Aug. 1, through Sunday, Aug. 17

For everything you need to know about the fair, click here.

Michigan State Fair

Suburban Collection Showplace (46100 Grand River Avenue, Novi)

Thursday, Aug. 28, through Monday, Sept. 1

For more information, click here.

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