July 3-8
BremEn
Fireman’s Festival
Bremen
– Carnival rides, food and craft vendors, parade, fireworks display, water
ball, animal tent and more. 574.546.3660.
July 4-14
“Big,
The Musical”
at Ramada Wagon Wheel Theatre, Warsaw. Production Series
presents story of a young boy who, through a fortune-telling machine and a wish
to be “big,” finds himself in the body of a 30-year-old man. Family
entertainment. 7 p.m. July 5, 10; 2 p.m. July 8, 12; all other shows 8
p.m. 574.267.8041.
July 6
Meet
Me
on the Island
Century Center, Island Park, 120 South St. Joseph Street, South Bend –
Cocktails, live music and you by the St. Joe River. It’s gotta
be summertime and Friday night in South Bend. 5-9 p.m. Adults: $5; SBRMA
members and ages 12 and under free. 574.235.9102.
July 7
Liberty
Days
Downtown courtyard, LaGrange – Craft and food
vendors. Carousels and kid’s games. Spike
and the Bulldogs noon to 1:30; 2-3 p.m. followed by auction. Parade 4 p.m. Take
blankets and chairs. 260.463.7263
July 9-14
Kosciusko
County Community Fair
Kosciusko County Fairgrounds, Warsaw– Visit the barns, stroll
the Midway and enjoy yummy treats offered by food vendors. Demo derby,
semi-truck pulls; live entertainment in Activity Tent. 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
574.269.1823
July 13
Blues
and BBQs
Central Park Main Stage, Warsaw – Music by Bottle of Blues, Brad Kelsey &
Triple Tornado and the James Cotton Blues Band. Concert is free;
BBQ is not. 6 p.m. 574.372.9554
July 13-14
Musicfest
Fremont – Food and craft vendors, parade and sidewalk sales. Evening
events July 13; all day July 14. 260.495.9010.
July 13-21
Wabash
County
4-H Fair
County Fairgrounds County Extension
Noon to 9 p.m. Tickets. 260.563.0661
July 14
Nappanee
Volunteer Firemen’s
Fish Fry
At fire station, Nappanee. 4-8 p.m.; charge. Followed
by Concert on the Green, Lincoln and Nappanee Streets (behind fire station)
Local talent offers variety of music in free community concert. Bring blanket
or lawn chair. 5-9 p.m. 574.773.7812;
nappaneechamber.com/
July 14
Wawasee
Flotilla,
Wawasee Lake,
Syracuse– Fun family event, whether you watch from shore or decorate your
float/boat and join the parade. 6 p.m. 574.457.3775
July 14-21 -
LaGrange
County Fair
Kosciusko
County Fairgrounds, Warsaw – Fun things to do and see at the county fair. 4-H events begin 9
a.m.; Midway opens 2 p.m. $5/carload. 260.463.6267; lagrangecounty4hfair.com
July 14-22
Three
Rivers Festival
Headwaters Park and other city locations, Fort Wayne – Join in the fun of the
nine-day 39th annual Three Rivers Festival! Events for the whole family –– most
are free including arts fair, children’s activities, seniors’ events,
concessions. and a marketplace kicked off by a
Saturday morning parade. Dark Star Orchestra performs Thursday evening.
260.426.5556; threeriversfestival.org/
July 18
Kamm
IslandFest,
Island in St. Joe River behind 100 Center, 100 N. Cedar St., Mishawaka – Music,
art and “Taste of Mishawaka” are showcased in adults only (21+) event. 6-10 p.m. $5 at door; $2.50 advance. Presentation
of Mishawaka Business Association. 574.259.1833; mishawakabusiness.org
July 20-26
Steuben
County
4-H Fair
Steuben County Fairgrounds, Crooked Lake, Angola – Daily livestock judging,
auction, tractor and truck pulls, talent show and musical entertainment. Demolition
derby 7:30 p.m. July 20; rodeo 8 p.m. July 21 Tickets; hours vary. 260.668.1000
Ext. 1400; www.ces.purdue.edu/steuben
July 20-28
Elkhart
County
4-H Fair
Elkhart County Fairgrounds, Goshen – One of largest fairs in the nation
continues with great attractions, food vendors and contests. Demo Derby, Kids
Day, Corvette Show, parade and road run add to the fun. Grandstand
entertainment includes vocal group Chicago, American Idol star Taylor Hicks and
the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. Tickets; hours vary. 574.533.FAIR
(3247); 4hfair.org
July 28-29
Vermont
Settlement Day
Town
Park, Orland – Primitive village, 5-K
run, arts and crafts, musical entertainment, parade, mud volleyball
tournament, kids’ games, car show and more. orlandchamber.net; 260.829.6224
July
29-August 4
St.
Joseph County 4-H Fair
St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds. South
Bend
All the fun that you remember –– and more –– at the oldest 4-H fair in Indiana.
Exhibits and demonstrations range from Aerospace to Woodworking. And don’t forget
the animals and livestock! Rides, food, games and family
entertainment with headliners 38 Special and the Charlie Daniels Band. Noon to 11 p.m. daily; admission charged.
574.235.9604;
4hfair.com
AUGUST
August 1-4
Onion
Days
Wolf Lake – 35th annual event offers something for everyone. Silent auction,
talent show, classic car show and onion judging contest. Parade 2 p.m. Saturday
with Shilo performing 8 p.m. Fun begins 5 p.m.
Wednesday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday. 260.635.1199.
August 1-31
Sculptures
on the Square
Historic downtown
Auburn – Free outdoor public exhibit of 20 life-sized bronze sculptures by
world renowned sculptor J. Seward Johnson depicting everyday people in everyday
situations. Downtown display will connect with rolling sculpture display at ACD
Museum. 260.281.2642; auburnartscommission.org
August 3
TGIF:
Music in the Gardens
Northern Indiana Center for History, 808 W. Washington, South Bend – Enjoy the
sounds of a great band in the beautiful Historic Oliver Gardens. Food and
drinks sold; no carry-ins. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. 5-8:30 p.m. rain or
shine. $5 admission; free to NICH members.
574.235.9664;
centerforhistory.org
August 3
Spike
& the Bulldogs Sock Hop
Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash – Dance to music performed by LAKES Country’s favorite
oldies band. 8:30-11:30 p.m. $5 general admission; $100
reserved table for 8. 260.563.1102 ;
honeywellcenter.org/eventscalendar.html
August 3-4
Pierceton
Days Festival
Downtown Brower Park, Pierceton – Come join the fun when “The Antique Town”
rolls out the red carpet! Annual event mixes rides, food and craft vendors, car
show, live entertainment, parade, antiques, a pretty baby contest, free
carriage rides and more. Noon to 11 p.m. Fri.; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sat.
574.594.5913
August 3-4
12th
Annual LaGrange County Habitat for Humanity Benefit Auction
Shipshewana Auction Barn, Shipshewana –
Haystack meals, homemade baked goods, handmade quilts, handcrafted furniture. Entertainment by Wasepi Bluegrass Gospel
Singers. And, of course, an auction. 4-8 p.m.
Friday; 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat. 260.463.8519;
lagrangehabitat.org
August 4
Shipshewana
Antique Festival
Shipshewana – Townwide celebration of traditions and
treasures of the past. Antique market, demonstrations and fun
in Amish country. 260.768.7589; Shipshewana.com
August 4
Ashley-Hudson
Festival
Fun events throughout Ashley and Hudson include a parade, arts and crafts,
industrial tent, water ball, games and musical entertainment. 6 a.m. to midnight.
260.587.9276.
August 4-5
Div
II Malibu Show Ski Nationals
Hidden Lake, Warsaw –
The Lake City Skiers host this event, the first to be held in Indiana. See
members defend their title in ski competition against competing teams from
throughout the nation. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat.; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun.
574.551-6560; lakecityskiers.org
August 4-5
49th
Annual
Chesterton Art Fair
Hawthorne Park, Chesterton –
One-of-a-kind works by more than 120 juried artists from around the
country on display and for sale. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission
charge; free parking.
219.926.4711;
chestertonart.com
August 8-19
Indiana
State Fair
State Fairgrounds,
E. 38th St., and Fall Creek Parkway, Indianapolis –
Themed “The Year of Corn,” this year’s event features family fun park, midway,
food, talent contest, old-fashioned pancake breakfast and more. Kids’ Day Aug.
13. Headliners include Kenny Rogers and the Oakridge Boys and American Idols
Live Tour 2007. Gates open 6 a.m. daily; closing times vary. Admission
$8; concerts extra. Children 5 and under free. Free
parking when available. 317.927.1482; in.gov/statefair/fair
August 9-11
FunFest
by the River
Main and Market streets, downtown North Manchester – Annual cruise-in car show,
live band Friday night, food vendors, carnival rides, parade and other events
throughout the weekend. Hours vary. 260.982.7644; northmanchesterchamber.com
August 9-12
Amish
Acres Arts
& Crafts Festival
Amish Acres Historic Farm and Heritage Report, Nappanee – 45th annual event,
which was selected as one of top 100 in the country. Nearly 400 artists, food
and entertainment surround Amish Acres pond. Opens 9 a.m. daily except 10 a.m.
Sunday; close times vary. Admission charge.
574.773.4188 Ext. 215; amishacres.com
August 10-12
Mihsihkinaahkwa
Powwow
Morsches Park, Columbia City – Traditional
Native-American powwow with drums, dancing, crafts, and food. Storytelling,
children’s area, and Woodland Indian village. Admission charge; hours
vary. 260.244-7843; miamipowwow.com
August 10-12
Wheels
of
Yesteryear Antique Power Show
Wells County 4-H Fairgrounds, Bluffton – Pre-1840 encampment, pioneers, crafts,
antique tractor and engine show, tractor pulls, flea markets and auction.
260.565.3217
August 11
All
Night Star
Spectacular
Pokagon State Park C.C.C. Shelter, Angola –
Astronomical Society of Hillsdale County and Pokagon Interpretive Services host
all-night deep sky viewing through telescopes; regular viewing of stars, star
legends and lore. 7:30 p.m. to 3 a.m., weather permitting. Admission
charge. 260.833.2012.
August 11-12
Muddy
River Run
Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Rd., Fort Wayne – Hot cars fill the
fairgrounds for this cool 33rd annual event. Swap meet, craft
bazaar, poker run, adult and kids’ games and more. Kickoff cruise-in
8-11 p.m. Friday; dance with Spike and the Bulldogs 8-11 p.m. Sat.; pancake
breakfast 7:30-11:30 a.m. Sun. Show begins 8 a.m. daily; Admission $5; children
12 and under free.
muddyriverrun.com/
August 11-12
Steel
Wheels
Car Show
Woodland Park Community Center, Portage – A variety of cars, trucks and
motorcycles are featured. Craft vendors, food alley, kid’s
activities and the famous Van-Dells. 9-9 daily.
219.762.1675 Ext. 303
August 15-18
FGS
Annual
Conference
Grand Wayne Center, 120 W Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne – Join genealogical
societies from around the country at the Federation of Genealogical Societies
annual conference. Comprehensive program includes all the whys and how-tos in genealogical research, writing, managing resources,
Web sites, deadlines and more. Full conference $150; single day $80; lunches
$20 each. 888-FGS-1500. Register online at fgs.org
August 15-25
“Grand
Night for Singing”
Ramada Wagon Wheel Theatre, Warsaw – Revue of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s 11 musicals
closes 2007 summer season. Hear familiar musical classics from “Oklahoma!,” “South Pacific,” “Carousel,” “The King and I,” “The
Sound of Music” and more. 7 p.m. Aug. 16, 21; 2 p.m. Aug. 19, 23; 8 p.m. all
other shows.
August 17-19
Osceola
Bluegrass Festival
Fern Hunsberger Park, one block north of Lincoln Way
East/933 between LaPorte and Erie Streets, Osceola –
24th annual event features food, crafts and bingo, bluegrass music and more.
Bring the entire family and plan to stay all day. 574.674.0015; ocba.us
August 18
Antique
Car Festival
Village at Winona, Winona Lake – Enjoy a nostalgic display of more than 50
pre-World War II vintage vehicles set in the historic Village. Entertainment, food and fun. 574.268-9888;
villageatwinona.com
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
August 18
Cornfest
Drover
Park behind fire station, Huntington – Family event features everyone’s
good-time favorite: Indiana sweet corn! Entertainment, family
activities, 38-, 50-, 75-mile bike courses. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with 7 a.m.
bike course registration. 260.356.9681
August 18
Downtown
Beach Blast
Fort Wayne – Surf’s up! Bring out the woodies and
surfboards and head out for the Summit City’s sandy beach. Live music (no, not
the Beach Boys), sand sculptures, sand castle contests, kids’ activities, food
and more! It all happens on Superior Street between Club Soda and Don Hall’s
Gas House. Noon to Midnight 260.420-3266;
downtownfortwayne.com
August 18
Craft,
Garden & Herb Fest
Paradise
Spring Park, Allen and Market Streets, Wabash – Annual event set in historical
park showcases garden- and herbal-related items from live plants to herbal
soaps, spices, candles and handcrafted items. Free hourly seminars. 9 a.m. to 4
p.m. 260.563.8788; 260.563.8411
August 18
Rooftop
Rendezvous
Wayne
Street Parking Garage, St. Joseph and Wayne Streets, South Bend – Enjoy a
summer evening with friends up on the roof. Great music by Vyagra
Falls, food and a cash bar make this one of the city’s biggest summer parties.
5:30–10 p.m. rain or shine. Admission $6; free garage
parking. 574.234.2870;
aidsministries.org
August 18
Taste
of Roanoke
Historic
Downtown Main Street, Roanoke – Local eateries, churches and clubs partner to
offer specialty foods for this community event. Live jazz music. Tickets; 5-9
p.m. 260.672.1715; discoverroanoke.org
August 18
The
Lettermen in concert at the
Honeywell Center
275 W.
Market St., Wabash – Enjoy the popular trio whose romantic vocals have become
legendary throughout four decades of entertaining. 7:30 p.m. $12-$32. honeywellcenter.org/eventscalendar.html;
260.563.1102
August 18-19
Gene
Stratton-Porter Chautauqua Days Festival
Kelly Park and Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site, Rome City –
Annual event honoring acclaimed author
Gene Stratton-Porter features parade with Miss Indiana, car show, vendors,
children’s tent and duck race. Historical tours of house and grounds, with
entertainment and vendors. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat.; 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sun.
260.854.2412
August 18-19
Midwest
Corvette and Chevy Show
Swap and Auction, Porter County Expo Center, Valparaiso – Big swap meet with
major vendors from across the country. Chevy show with 43 classes, collector
car auction, tons of food and a beer garden. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; admission
charged. 219.464.9918; valpocarshows.com
August 18-19
Lubeznik
Center Lakefront Art
Festival
Washington Park lakefront in Lake Michigan Park, Michigan City – Two-day fine
art event showcases works of more than 100 artists. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat.; 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. Admission charged. lubeznikcenter.org
