Welcome to the Top 10 Events in Indiana
Explore the selection of the top 10 annual events and festivals, fairs and celebrations (listed in calendar priority) across the State of Indiana, including events in Indianapolis.Indianapolis 500
Memorial Day Weekend, May
Speedway, Indianapolis, Indiana
The Indianapolis 500, often referred to as the Indy 500 is an automobile race held annually over the Memorial Day weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana.
MOre than 92 years old, and attracting more than half a million enthusiasts each year, the Indy 500 is considered to be one of the top three motor racing events in the world.
For more information visit: www.Indy500.com
Three Rivers Festival
July
Fort Wayne, Indiana
The Fort Wayne Newspapers Three Rivers Festival is an annual 9-day celebration of the Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana 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.
Drawing crowds in excess of 400,000 people, the Three Rivers Festival is second only to the Indy 500 Festival in the state of Indiana. The Three Rivers Festival is over 40 years old.
For more information visit: www.trfonline.org
Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration
July
Indianapolis, Indiana
Summer Celebration is the largest African-American event in the nation, with over 300,000 people in attendance. The programs and events over an 11-day period includes business workshops, health and wellness, employment opportunities, spiritual enrichment, exhibits, youth activities and entertainment. Local and national celebrities along with individuals, families and members of the corporate community all join in celebration of African-American heritage and culture.
For more information visit: www.indianablackexpo.com
Amish Acres Arts & Crafts Festival
July / August
Nappanee, Indiana
Celebrating 46 years, Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival has been ranked as the 7th Best Classic and Contemporary Craft Show in the Country for 2008, the highest honor for any Indiana show, by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
One of the American Bus Association top 100 festivals for 2008, the Amish Acres Arts & Crafts Festival features 350 artists and crafters from around the country, live entertainment on three stages including country bands, magicians and square dancing, and festival foods.
For more information visit : www.amishacres.com/arts_and_crafts_festival.html
Jasper Strassenfest
July / August
Jasper, Indiana
Located in beautiful, scenic and historic Jasper Indiana, the Jasper Strassenfest is a family-oriented street festival with German music, food, dancing, rides, games, beer garden and car show.
Becoming the greatest attraction in southern Indiana , the festival features traditional events and activities, carnival rides, 32 booths and games spread over several locations, with major events on and near the square in the very heart of Jasper.
For more information visit: www.jasperstrassenfest.org
Swiss Wine Festival
August
Vevay, Indiana
Celebrating the cultural heritage of Switzerland County, the four-day, Swiss Wine Festival held on Vevay's river front showcases locals in traditional Swiss costuming, county wines, music from three entertainment stages including polka and country music, food, riverboat cruises, the Beer Garden and Wine Pavilion, canoe racing, hefty stone tosses and splashing grape stomps.
Now more than 35 years old, event highlights include the Grand Parade and the fireworks extravaganza.
For more information visit: www.swisswinefestival.org
Indiana State Fair
August
Indianapolis, Indiana
The Indiana State Fair, nationally recognized as America's premiere showcase of agriculture, youth, education and entertainment, is the 6th oldest State Fair in the country. Originating in 1852, the fair has seen such highlights as a performance by the Beatles in 1964, and appearances of famous visitors like Muhammad Ali, Bob Hope, the Beatles, John Phillip Sousa, Sonny & Cher, the Jackson 5, Elvis Presley, John Mellencamp, President John F. Kennedy, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush.
For more information visit: www.indianastatefair.com
Feast of the Hunters’ Moon
September
West Lafayette, Indiana
Ranked as a "Top 100 Event" in North American by the American Bus Association in 2008, the Feast of the Hunters' Moon is a re-creation of the annual fall gathering of the French and Native Americans which took place Fort Ouiatenon, a fur-trading outpost in the mid 1700s.
A tradition for more than 41 years, the feast is held annually in early autumn on the banks of the Wabash River, four miles southwest of West Lafayette.
For more information visit: www.tcha.mus.in.us/feast.htm
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art
September
Madison, Indiana
Southern Indiana's premiere outdoor arts event for more than 38 years, The Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art takes place on the last full weekend in September of each year.
Beginning as a sidewalk art sale in the early 70s, the event grew to become a thriving and highly respected juried fine arts and crafts show. Today, Madison’s historic district welcomes thousands of visitors during this two-day event showcasing more than 275 exhibitors.
For more information visit: http://www.madisonchautauqua.com
Marshall County Blueberry Festival
September
Plymouth, Indiana
Held over Labor Day weekend the Blueberry Festival is one of the Midwest's premier events and has been named a "Top 100 Event" in North American by the American Bus Association in 1997, 1999 and again in 2007.
Attractions of Indiana's largest four-day festival include over 300 craft vendors from all across the United States and 100 food booths featuring everything from blueberry pies to donuts, sports activities, hot air balloons, Labor Day parade and spectacular fireworks display.
For more information visit: www.blueberryfestival.org
Parke County Covered Bridge Festival
October
Parke County, Indiana
Starting on the 2nd Friday each October , this countywide festival is nationally known as one of the largest of it’s kind in the USA, and is also said to be Indiana’s largest festival.
Showcasing 31 covered bridges around the county, 9 communities offer a wide array of shopping and a variety of food. The Parke County Covered Bridge Festival was the 2005 winner of Travelocity “Big Secrets Local Finds”.
For more information visit: www.coveredbridges.com
