Events
Posey County
Third week in April
Heritage Artisans Days (New Harmony)
Professional artisans share 19th century Indiana history with visitors to New Harmony each day from 9 am – 4 pm. Demonstrations include soap making, silhouette cutting, wood carving, beekeeping, silversmithing, and an interactive medical presentation by a “19th century doctor.” Sponsored by Historic New Harmony, a unified program of the University of Southern Indiana and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.
First Brush of Spring: Art Workshops, Field to Finish Exhibit, and Paint Out (New Harmony)
Stroll through historic New Harmony and observe plein air artists creating award winning paintings. First Brush of Spring is a collaboration of the Hoosier Salon, Indiana Plein Air Painters Association, and the New Harmony Artists Guild.
Vanderburgh County
First week of March
Sugarbush Festival and Breakfast (Evansville)
Enjoy a wonderful pancake breakfast served with real maple syrup. Also included is a tour of the process of tapping maple trees, collecting sap and boiling it down into maple syrup. Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve, 551 N. Boeke Rd. First week of March
Warrick County
26th Annual Herb Fest (Newburgh)
Herbal Symposium, Lectures, Slide Programs, Mini-Workshops, Demonstrations during 5 festival weekends! $1.00 per class, tickets required. 9:00am – Saturdays, 224 West Jennings. Mid February
3rd Annual Historic Newburgh Wine & Art Festival (Newburgh)
Gospel Swing & Jazz, Wine Presentations, Local Indiana Wine and Vintners Only. Old Lock & Dam Park. Saturday, 11:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday, Noon – 5:00pm. Entry Fee $5.00 per person. First Sunday, May through October
Spencer County
3rd weekend in May
19th Century Rendezvous (Rockport)
Visit the Lincoln Pioneer Village and step back in time, winding your way through the 19th century encampment of historical interpreters and Sutlers. Experience the Village as it comes alive with period demonstrations of candle making, spinning, weaving, open hearth cooking, storytelling, children activities, and much more! Also, take part in the muzzleloading demonstrations, tomahawk throwing contest, mule train rides, and other special activities! For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
Perry County
4th weekend in April
Dogwood Festival (Perry County)
Crawford County
Harrison County
Every Saturday Evening
Saturday Night Music Show (Corydon)
The Corydon Jamboree, Corydon
Chocolate Lovers Weekend (Corydon)
Drive the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail and indulge yourself with fine wines and fine chocolates. This free event, from noon to 6:00p.m., showcases that all eight Indiana Uplands Wine Trail members enjoy the wine business for one reason – the love of chocolate and wine. Turtle Run Winery, 940 St. Peters Church Rd. NE Mid May
Last Friday of the month – May, June, July, August, September
Flavors Of The World (Corydon)
Colokial, Corydon
Last Saturday in May
Southern Indiana Uncorked (Corydon)
Harrison County Fairgrounds, Corydon
Every Friday Evening Memorial Day through Labor Day
Friday Night Summer Band Concert Series (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
Floyd County
Memorial Day – October
Concerts In Park and On Riverfronts (New Albany)
Clark County
March Gladness (Starlight)
Come and be a part of the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail’s "March Gladness" in Starlight – complimentary wine tasting and listen to music of Dennis Hill from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Huber Orchard & Winery, 19816 Huber Road March 31-April 29
3rd weekend in May
Victorian Chautauqua (Jeffersonville)
Held at Howard Steamboat Museum
Memorial Day – October
Concerts In Park and On Riverfronts (Jeffersonville)
Jefferson County
Madison in Bloom Spring Garden Tour (Madison)
Tour private gardens filled with spring blossoms and color in one of Indiana’s most scenic historic districts. Admission charged. Sat. 10 am.-4 pm. Sunday 12 pm.-4 pm. Third Weekend in May
Ohio River Valley Folk Festival (Madison)
Celebration with traditional folk music and storytelling along the riverfront. Top folk artists featuring American, Celtic, French, and English tunes. Admission charged. Fri 5:30-10:30pm, Sat.Noon-10:30pm.
Switzerland County
Ohio County
Dearborn County
Tri-State Antique Market (Lawrenceburg)
Indiana ’s largest antiques and vintage-only market with over 250 dealers. First Sunday of each month, May through October, at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds. Indoors and outdoors, rain or shine. Admission charged. 7am-3pm. Second & Third Weekends in May
Posey County
Second weekend in June
Golden Raintree Antique Show (New Harmony)
More than 50 dealers from Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee, and Missouri set up on Main Street in New Harmony selling furniture, linens, quilts, Americana items, collectibles, and more. Hosted by the New Harmony Business Associates.
July 4
New Harmony 4th of July Celebration (New Harmony)
New Harmony’s Fourth of July celebration dates back almost 200 years. Morning festivities include patriotic songs sung by the Community Choir, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, and an address capturing the spirit of the day. The celebration continues with a decorated golf cart parade and community picnic. Sponsored by the New Harmony Kiwanis Club, the Working Men’s Institute, and Historic New Harmony.
Vanderburgh County
Warrick County
Spencer County
3rd Saturday in August
Sizzlin’ Summerfest (Grandview)
Come to the Spencer County Fairgrounds in Grandview, Indiana! Enjoy a demo derby, homemade crafts, a flea market, fantastic food, music, and more! For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
Perry County
Second weekend in July
Cedar Valley Bluegrass (Derby)
Second Full weekend in August
Schweizerfest (Tell City)
Sesquicentennial Celebration! Schweizer Fest has become a well-known, community-wide celebration, offering free entertainment and activities for people of all ages. It is now one of Indiana’s longest running community festivals.
Crawford County
Last week of July
Leavenworth Riverfest (Old Town Leavenworth)
Activities include a car show, chicken barbecue, food booths, demonstrations including apple butter making, quilting, painting, loom work, and woodworking, special chain saw carving demonstrations by Bear Hollow of St. Croix, clown demonstrations for the kids, Lucas Oil stockcar, and live music by Otis Berry as Elvis, Clayton and Friends and Rock with Rhonda’s Karaoke. Festival activities 11:00 am EDT to 7:00 pm, Entertainment until 11:00 pm EDT, Fireworks at dark. 812-739-4050
Harrison County
Fourth Saturday of the month – June, July, August
Bluegrass on the Square Concerts (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
First Friday and Saturday in July
Cockadoodle Days (Corydon)
Harrison County Fairgrounds, Corydon
First weekend in July
Indiana Territory Festival (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
Saturday before the 4th of July
Kiwanis Fireworks Display(Corydon)
Old Capital Golf Club, Corydon
Last full week in July
151st Harrison County Fair(Corydon)
Harrison County Fairgrounds, Corydon
Second Saturday in August
World on the Square(Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
Floyd County
Clark County
First weekend of June
Clarksville Heritage Festival (Clarksville)
An early 1800′s reenactment at the George Rogers Clark Home Site of the Falls of the Ohio State Park on Harrison Avenue commemorating George Rogers Clark’s life. There are activities for everyone to enjoy, including historic games and music, as well as demonstrations by period craftsmen. Sponsored by the Clarksville Historical Society. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00p.m.
Fourth Weekend in August
Art In Speed Park (Sellersburg)
Jefferson County
July 4th Weekend
Madison Regatta (Madison)
The Indy 500 of boat racing with the fastest boats in contest, and food booths along the Ohio River. Admission charge.
Third Weekend in August
Madison RibberFest (Madison)
KCBS sanctioned Indiana state BBQ Cook-off. Blues music, hot air balloon races, and kid’s area. Fun for the whole family. Admission charge. Fri 5-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm.
Switzerland County
Third week in August
Swiss Wine Festival (Vevay)
From area wines, twirling batons to culinary delights sizzling on grills, the Swiss Wine Festival each year celebrates, as well as salutes, the cultural heritage of Switzerland County, Indiana.
Ohio County
Dearborn County
Thursdays, mid-June through mid-September
Music on the River (Lawrenceburg)
High & Walnut Streets. This free outdoor concert series highlights talented performers and showcases a variety of musical styles, plus car show by Indiana Gassers. Food and beverages available. Bring your own lawn chairs. 7-9pm. Lawrenceburg Main Street Association, 812-537-4507 or Imsa@one.net.
July 4th Weekend
Annual Aurora Firecracker Festival (Aurora)
Family entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. Food, crafts, games, entertainment, fireworks, boat parade. Lesko Park. Call Mike Peters, 812-926-2909.
Third Weekend in August
"Roar of Thunder" Riverboat Regatta (Aurora)
Enjoy the 9th year of tunnel boat racing on the Ohio River. Aurora is on the Powerboat Superleague points circuit. Air show and other entertainment. Saturday-Sunday. Lesko Park.
Fourth Saturday in August
Aurora to Rising Sun River Run (Aurora)
This event begins in Lesko Park, Aurora. This is the 6th year to enjoy this safe and leisurely 8 mile river trip with your canoe or kayak down the beautiful Ohio River. The trip starts at Lesko Park in Aurora, Indiana and goes to Rising Sun, Indiana. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Ohio River and its shoreline. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Lunch and transportation back to Aurora is provided with your registration fee.
Posey County
Second week in September
Mt. Vernon River Days (Mt. Vernon)
Always the second weekend in September, is a community-pride festival. It is designed especially to draw attention to and focus on the beauty and treasure of Mt. Vernon’s part of the Ohio River. River Days includes historic demonstration and tours, food booths, vendors, activities for children, musical entertainment, concerts, a parade and fireworks. You may "visit" this event on Facebook (Mt. Vernon River Days) or on the web: www.mtvernonriverdays.wikispaces.com
Third weekend in September
Kunstfest (New Harmony)
Annual German Festival honoring the founding fathers of New Harmony. Two days filled with lively music, delicious traditional foods, historic re-enactors, beautiful artwork, one of a kind crafts, furnishings and clothing. Sponsored by the New Harmony Business Associates.
Last weekend in September
Poseyville Autumnfest (Poseyville)
An annual street festival sponsored by the Poseyville Kiwanis Club. With family entertainment, food booths, novelty item booths, and inflatables for the kids. Street Festival is held at the Poseyville Community Center on North Church Street and Fletchall. The Poseyville Autumnfest is kicked off at 6:00 am Sat. with the Kiwanis Club pancake breakfast
Vanderburgh County
Last week of September
Native American Days (Evansville)
The largest annual event at Angel Mounds,"Native American Days" includes a traditional ceremonial dance circle. Audience members are encouraged to join the procession during several social dances. Craftsmen and women from all over the country will demonstrate unique trades and sell their work at the popular Indian Market. Admission charged.
Warrick County
Last week of September
Annual Fiddler Fest & Artisan Street Fair (Newburgh)
Fiddler Dinners, Festival Foods, Games & Entertainment
Historic Newburgh Ghost Walks (Newburgh)
Guided Walking Tours of Downtown Historic District with the Telling of "Strange" Tales of the Town’s Past. Two Tours: (1)State Street: Newburgh History and Civil War Tales, thrills and bedlam, and (2) Water Street: Mining and river lore, mayhem and mystery and the Underground Railroad. 6:00 – 8:30pm. Tours Start Every 15 Minutes at Newburgh Presentation Hall. $6.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Children (ages 4-12) Third Saturday of October
Spencer County
3rd weekend in September
Bluff City Pow Pow (Rockport)
Spend the weekend at the annual Bluff City Pow Wow at Rockport City Park in Rockport, Indiana. Enjoy learning about the tribes through music and dance. For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
3rd weekend in September
Civil War Ball (Rockport)
Dance the night away as you travel back in time during the Civil War Ball! At the historical Spencer County Courthouse in Rockport, Indiana learn traditional civil war dances and enjoy tasty appetizers and desserts. Period clothing is required. For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
3rd weekend in September
Grandview Fall Festival (Grandview)
Enjoy this annual fall festival that has been going on since 1946 with a parade, beauty pageants, a car show, bluegrass music, cloggers, crafts, a raffle, and much more! For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
1st Saturday in October
Octoberfest (Grandview)
Experience a remarkable fall festival in Indiana at the Spencer County Fairgrounds in Grandview! Enjoy fall foliage, demolition derbies, food booths, music, and more! For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
Perry County
4th Saturday in September
Falling Leaves Blue Heron Bicycle Ride (Perry County)
3rd Saturday in October
Route 66 Yard Sale (Perry County)
2nd Saturday in October
Cannelton Heritage Festival (Cannelton)
3rd weekend in October
Shubael Little Pioneer Village (Cannelton)
1st Sunday in October
Rome Courthouse Days (Rome)
Crawford County
Sorghum Festival (Leavenworth)
This annual fall event showcases the outstanding work of our local artists and craftsmen. Live demonstrations, food booths, and lots of entertainment are also included. And don’t forget our delicious homemade sorghum. It can’t be bought in any store! Fun for the entire family! 812-739-4254 End of October
Harrison County
23rd Annual Light Up Corydon (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon will "Light Up" the square on Saturday, November 24. The celebration begins at noon with the downtown merchant’s open house and free carriage rides. Enjoy music and entertainment all day, leading up to Santa’s arrival and Light Up.
Saturday before Halloween
Annual Halloween Parade (Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
First full weekend in September
Lanesville Heritage Weekend Festival(Lanesville)
Walter Q. Gresham Park, Lanesville
Floyd County
First Full weekend in October
Harvest Homecoming (New Albany)
One of the largest festivals in Indiana features a parade (12:00p.m. Saturday), hot air balloon race, dog show, bingo, juried arts and crafts (Oct 12-15), children’s activities, flea market, carnival rides, food and music.
Clark County
3rd weekend in September
Fossil Festival (Clarksville)
Held at the Falls of the Ohio State Park
3rd weekend in October
Autumn On The River (Bethlehem)
Lewis and Clark Festival (Clarksville)
Reenactment of meeting, recruitment, enlistments, and departure of Lewis and Clark Expedition from Clarksville. 1803 period demonstrations and food. Many of the re-enactors will be representatives from Discovery Expedition of St. Charles; Friday – Student Day – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m. No adm. chg. George Rogers Clark Homesite and Lewis and Clark Park, Harrison Avenue 3rd week of November
Jefferson County
Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art (Madison)
On the last full weekend in September of each year, Madison’s historic district welcomes thousands of visitors during the two-day Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art. The festival is a juried fine arts and crafts show with approximately 250 exhibitors.
Tri Kappa Tour of Homes (Madison)
Tour eight private historic homes during peak fall foliage season. 10am-6pm Fri & Sat, 12pm-5pm Sun. Mid October
Switzerland County
Ohio County
Annual Navy Bean Fall Festival (Rising Sun)
Second Weekend in October (Even Years Only)
Dearborn County
Fourth week in September
Fall Fest (Lawrenceburg)
Big name entertainment, rides, large fireworks display, and contests. Wednesday-Thrusday. For more information call 812-539-3113.
Posey County
First weekend in December
Christmas in New Harmony (New Harmony)
Celebrate the warmth and excitement of the holiday season by including New Harmony on the list of places you visit to shop for Christmas gifts and other holiday treats. Festivities include a Christmas Tree Lighting, Christmas parade along Main Street, pictures with Santa, craft and sweet shop, and more! Sponsored by the New Harmony Business Associates.
Vanderburgh County
Warrick County
First week of December
Christmas in Olde Newburgh (Newburgh)
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Christmas caroling, house tours, merchant open houses, Santa’s arrival, Castle Knight Sensations, lighting town Christmas tree.
Spencer County
1st weekend in December
Rockport Christmas Festival (Rockport)
Don’t miss the Rockport Christmas Festival, full of Christmas arts and crafts, children’s activities, the annual Christmas program, a parade, and much more! For more information visit the Spencer County Visitors Bureau events page at www.legendaryplaces.org/events.
Second week of December
Christmas in Santa Claus Festival (Santa Claus)
The best place in the Midwest to celebrate the Holidays! Start the day with a tasty pancake breakfast with Santa, check out the Christmas Craft Show, tour Santa’s Candy Castle, travel back in time at the Santa Claus. Museum and wrap up the day with a twinkling tour of the Festival of Lights in Christmas Lake Village.
Perry County
Crawford County
Harrison County
Saturday after Thanksgiving
Annual Light Up Corydon(Corydon)
Historic Downtown Corydon
Floyd County
December
Christmas "Victorian Tea" at the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site (New Albany)
Enjoy Christmas decorations, music and tasty treats while sipping a variety of flavored teas for the upcoming holidays; $15 per person; Reservations and advance payment are required; 914 East Main Street. 812-944-9600
December
Scribner House Christmas Open House and Victorian Tea (New Albany)
Historic Tours, Parlor Music, Homemade Goods, Gift Shop; 1:00p.m.-5:00p.m. State and Main Streets. Donations appreciated. Sponsored by: Piankeshaw Chapter DAR
Clark County
Friday after Thanksgiving – Jan. 1
Festival Of Lights (Charlestown)
Jefferson County
Last Weekend in November & First Weekend in December
Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes (Madison)
Candlelight tour of private and public homes decorated for the holiday season. Admission charge. Friday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, and Saturday, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Switzerland County
First weekend of December
Over the River and Through the Woods (Vevay)
The first Saturday in December Carolers, Children’s Puppet Show, Make it/Take it for the kids, Merchant specials & treats. Experience the fun of Christmas shopping in a small town.
Ohio County
Dearborn County
Mid-November through December
Hillforest Museum "A Victorian Christmas" Exhibit (Aurora)
213 Fifth St. Visit Hillforest as it is all decked out for the holidays in Victorian fashion. 1-5pm Tuesday – Sunday. Admission Charged.