Indiana Festival Guide 2016 Sales Booklet

Important 2015 Dates Saturday, April 11 - 8:30 a.m. ISFA Spring Workshop (free to ISFA members) Bloomington Monroe County Convention Center, Bloomington

Saturday, April 18 - 8:30 a.m. ISFA Spring Workshop (free to ISFA members) Das Dutchman Essenhaus, Middlebury

Monday, June 29 - Midnight Early Bird Contest Deadline

Friday, August 31 - Midnight Last Day to participate in the 2016 Indiana Festival Guide

Membership and Advertising Opportunities

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The 2016 Indiana Festival Guide will be ALL COLOR!

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Win a FREE GRAPHIC ADD-ON FOR YOUR LISTING in the 2016 Festival Guide!Early Bird Contest Deadline: Monday, June 29, 2015 • Prize value is $200!

Complete your 2016 ISFA membership with full payment by June 29 to enter-to-win a FREE listing graphic.

2016 INDIANA FESTIVAL GUIDE DISTRIBUTION

Visit IndianaFestivals.org to see the 675 distribution locations across Indiana.

Requests generated by Indiana Travel Guide and VisitIndiana.com ...24,000 Direct mail to subscribers of VisitIndiana.com .................................43,200INDIANA Hoosier Energy Offices .............................................................45,000 Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance Offices .......................................26,800 Welcome Centers and Rest Stops ...............................................91,400 Convention and Visitor Bureaus and Visitor Centers ......................89,000 Legislators ...............................................................................30,000 Chambers of Commerce ...........................................................22,200 State Festivals Association Member Festivals ................................15,600 Libraries ..................................................................................15,000 State Parks, Historic Sites and Inns .............................................11,200 State Fair attendees ..................................................................10,000 Museums and Attractions ............................................................8,200 Cities and Towns ........................................................................7,800 Banks, Realtors, Schools, Restaurants, Car Dealerships, AAA Offices, Lodging Facilities, Insurance Offices .......................................60,600

TOTAL DISTRIBUTION 500,000

The 2016 Indiana Festival Guide will be all new in celebration of Indiana’s bicentennial!

This annual publication, with an impressive, statewide distribution of 500,000 guides at over 645 Indiana locations, lists over 600 festivals throughout ALL 92 counties in the state in a handy 5.25” x 8.25” booklet. The Indiana Festival Guide is one of Indiana’s most requested travel guidebooks because attending festivals is a favorite activity of Hoosiers and visitors to Indiana.

Participation in the 2016 Indiana Festival Guide is available to Indiana State Festivals Association festival members and associate members through membership listings and display ads. Non-members are also invited to purchase display advertising.

All festival listings appearing in the Indiana Festival Guide will also appear, for no additional fee, on IndianaFestivals.org in 2016.

CONTENTS

Membership Benefits �� 3

Festival Memberships �� 4

Associate Memberships �� 5

Display Advertising �� 6

Display Advertising Requirements �� 7

Sample Page Layouts ��8-15

Regional Account Executives �� 16

Regional/County Map �� 16

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Deadline to reserve space, submit application(s), submit ad materials and pay 2016 membership fees in full is... August 31, 2015 Go to www�IndianaFestivals�net

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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

AS A MEMBER, YOUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• A listing in the Indiana Festival Guide• A listing on IndianaFestivals.org• Vendor and sponsorship links• Access to the Membership website, IndianaFestivals.net,

with information on grants, education and more• Annual Scholarship Pageant for your festival queen• Lower rates and discounts from participating sponsors

and partnerships• Spring Workshop in April featuring educational sessions,

networking and panel discussions (free)• Invitation to attend Annual Convention (details and

registration fee TBD)

The Indiana State Festivals Association (ISFA) is a non-profit organization created to “Empower Indiana Festivals, Events and Organizations through education, networking and leadership.” ISFA is devoted to promoting and enhancing festivals and events throughout the state.

As an ISFA member, you are associated with one of the nation’s largest festival organizations, connected to over 600 Indiana festivals and events and linked to various other organizations in Indiana, including the Indiana Office of Tourism Development, Indiana Tourism Association, Indiana Tourism Council, Hoosier Energy, TraveliN Magazine and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance.

ISFA offers workshops and conventions to members, awards scholarships and creates partnerships to maximize visitation to Indiana through festivals and events. Each year, ISFA produces the very popular Indiana Festival Guide as well as the state’s official festival website for visitors, IndianaFestivals.org.

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HOW YOUR FESTIVAL OR ORGANIZATION CAN BECOME AN ISFA MEMBER:

As a FESTIVAL, you can become a member and enjoy membership benefits by purchasing one of four Festival Memberships outlined on page 4.

Organizations that are NON-FESTIVALS who would like to become an ISFA member, and thereby position your company in front of a targeted, 600+ member organization, are invited to purchase one of four Associate Memberships outlined on page 4.An Associate Member can be a festival supplier, entertainment, restaurant, lodging facility or local Visitor Center.

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MONSTER MEMBERSHIP

• Listing includes festival dates, city/county/region, event name, location, 265-character description (includes spaces), phone and website address with a red shaded background, a thick red box and bolder/larger text that stands out the most.

• A listing on IndianaFestivals.org in 2016Cost .......................................................... $525

SUPER MEMBERSHIP• Listing includes festival dates, city/county/

region, festival/event name, location, 265-character description (includes spaces), phone number and website address with a blue shaded background and a blue box with larger/bolder text.

• A listing on IndianaFestivals.org in 2016.Cost ........................................................... $425

HIGHLIGHTED MEMBERSHIP• Listing includes festival dates, city/county/

region, festival/event name, location, 165-character description (includes spaces), phone number and website address with a green shaded background and a green box.


STANDARD MEMBERSHIP• Includes festival dates, city/county/

region (Festivals only), festival/event or organization name, location, 165-character description (includes spaces), phone number and website address


ASSOCIATE and FESTIVAL MEMBERSHIPSFestival SamplesAssociate Samples

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ASSOCIATE and FESTIVAL GRAPHIC ADD-ONSMini Graphic Add-on Samples

BICENTENNIAL DESIGNATIONShow everyone that your 2016 festival is a specially designated Indiana Bicentennial Festival!

You must have submitted your event at www.Indiana2016.org and be approved for the event calendar to qualify. Also, the Bicentennial designation will not be automatically added to your festival listing. You must request it when you purchase your 2016 Festival Guide listing/ISFA membership.

Bicentennial Designation ........ FREE!

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GRAPHIC ADD-ONS

NEW FOR 2016! Give your membership listing an exciting pop of color by adding artwork that you supply.

A Mini or Double-Mini Graphic Add-on is placed above your membership listing. These add-ons can be purchased no matter what type of membership listing you purchase. See pages 8-15 of this booklet for examples of how an Add-on can upgrade your listing!

• Double-Mini Graphic Add-on ...............Additional $200

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Display ads feature the completed artwork that you supply and capture the attention of persons actively seeking festivals to attend and enjoy. They are an effective complement to a festival listing ensuring greater awareness and consideration for your festival(s) or event(s). Every effort is made to place your ad in the Festival Guide in the month of your choosing. Please contact your Regional Account Executive (see page 16) for more information and how to participate.

DISPLAY ADVERTISING PRICING AND REQUIREMENTS

PREMIUM POSITIONS2-page Center-spread Monster Membership Package .............................. $8,500

Cover Monster Membership Package .............................. $6,000

Inside Front Cover Monster Membership Package .............................. $7,400

Inside Back Cover Monster Membership Package .............................. $5,000 Page 1 - Full-page Monster Membership Package .............................. $4,100

Last Page - Full-page Monster Membership Package .............................. $3,900

INTERIOR DISPLAY ADSFull page............................................................ $3,6001/2 page .......................................................... $2,2001/4 page .......................................................... $1,100

Added Value Opportunities • $100 more for one Highlighted Membership listing• $200 more for one Monster Membership listing

STAND-ALONE MINI DISPLAY ADS NEW FOR 2016! Available only to ISFA members.Mini Ad ................................................................ $100

Double-Mini Ad ..................................................... $200

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTSPrint-ready artwork to be provided by advertiser.

Acceptable formats:• Acrobat PDF - export CMYK, compression at least

300 dpi or none.

• Adobe InDesign - package all fonts and images• Adobe Illustrator EPS - convert text to outlines and

include all images• Photoshop files, resolution at least 300 dpi

Unacceptable formats:• PageMaker, Publisher, Word, Quark, Corel Draw

ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS Ad sizes (width x height in inches) (Note: Sizes have changed from previous years.)• 2-page Center Spread - 9.875 x 7.3125 (ad will cross gutter)

• Full-page, 4.625 x 7.3125• 1/2-page horizontal, 4.625 x 3.5• 1/2-page vertical, 2.25 x 7.3125• 1/4-page, 2.25 x 3.5• Mini Ad, 2.25 x .5• Double-Mini Ad, 2.25 x 1

Cover ad sizes (width x height in inches)Inside front and back covers• BLEED - 5.5 x 8.5• TRIM - 5.25 x 8.25

DISPLAY AD MATERIAL CHECKLIST1. Email acceptable formatted file to your

Regional Account Executive. 2. Email completed insertion order.See page 16 of this booklet for RAE information.

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Jun. 11-13Crothersville Red, White & Blue FestivalIndiana’s most patriotic festival

Jul. 10-11Freetown July FestivalAn annual tradition since 1936

Sep. 4-6Jackson County Watermelon FestivalA celebration of local watermelon harvest

Oct. 1-3Seymour OktoberfestWillkommen! A German heritage celebration

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48 49All festival dates are subject to change and festival hours vary. Contact festival for confirmation. Find more festival and event information at IndianaFestivals.org and see page 3 for County & Regional Map.

Jul. 18Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Dancing & Cruising in the StreetsDowntown. Enjoy a classic car and motorcycle cruise, food, beer and wine, plus two stages of live entertainment. Adm. chg. 765-742-4044; lafayettechamber.com X2016 Festival Date: Jul. 16

Jul. 18 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Brownsburg (Hendricks Co., Central Reg.)Festival of the ArtsArbuckle Acres Park. A fun-filled, family event featuring music, food, children's activities and more than 150 artisans and craft exhibitors from around the Midwest. Adm. chg. 317-852-7885; brownsburgfota.com X

Jul. 18-Aug. 2Remington (Jasper Co., North Reg.)Fountain Park Chautauqua6244 W 1600 S Remington. Unique, wholesome, family adventure includes two programs daily, variety of entertainment, children's activities, art colony, rustic hotel, camping, food stations. Adm. chg. 219-866-5811; fountain-park.org X

JULYJul. 18Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.)Art of WineCarmel Arts and Design District. Features local and international wines, wine-related art, entertainment and special activities. Free and open to all ages. $15 wine tasting fee for those 21 and over. 317-571-2787; carmelartsanddesign.com C X

Jul. 18-23 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Circus City Festival

First Bank of Berne Circus City Center. Youth Circus, perform 10 shows in air conditioned,

three ring arena. Festival with rides, food booths and much more! At 10am on July 18, a huge parade! Parade no charge.

Circus Show adm. chg. X765-472-3918; perucircus.com

Jul. 18Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.)Arts in the Park Blue River Memorial Park. Music, children’s activities, adult classes. Events from 10am through the evening. Other events in Sep. & Oct. No adm. chg. 317-364-0712; shelbycountyartsfest.com X

Jun. 13-19Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)International Circus Hall of Fame SR 124. Professional circus under the Big Top. Entertainment, performing circus animals, elephant rides, museum full of circus memorabilia. Adm. chg. 800-771-0241; circushalloffame.com X

Jun. 16-19Winamac (Pulaski Co., North Reg.)Northern Indiana Power From the Past Antique Power Show & Flea MarketFairgrounds. Four-day, family-oriented event featuring antique farm equipment, horse pull, childrens' games, large flea market, shaded grounds, many demonstrations. Adm. chg. 574-946-3712; winamacpowershow.com X2016 Festival Dates: Jun. 14-17

Jun. 17-21Portland (Jay Co., East Reg.)43rd Vintage Motor Bike Show Fairgrounds. The largest vintage motor bike show in the USA. Join us to reminisce the Simplex, Mustang, Whizzer and Cushman bikes and more! Adm. chg. 419-605-5336; vintagemotorbikeclub.org

Jun. 17-19 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Culver (Marshall Co., North Reg.)Culver Lake FestCulver Town Park. On the shore of beautiful Lake Maxinkuckee! Spectacular fireworks shot off from the middle of the lake. Parade, food vendors, live entertainment, sailboat and kayak races, bass fishing tournament, 5k run, scenic bicycle ride, arts and craft booths, car show. No adm. chg. 574-842-8830; culverlakefest.com C X2016 Festival Dates: Jun. 15-17

Jun. 17-19Converse (Miami Co., East Reg.)E.W.C.C. Woodcarving Festival Borderman Gym. Amazing wood carvers' demonstrations. No adm. chg. 765-395-3943; ewcc.wordpress.com

Jun. 17-18Oldenburg (Franklin Co., South Central Reg.)Oldenburg FreudenfestTown Hall. German festival with food, beer garden, games, German music, 10k walk, 7 or 20 mile bike ride, good family fun. No adm. chg. 866-647-6555; freudenfest.com C X

JUNEJun. 1-5LaGrange (LaGrange Co., North Reg.)LaGrange County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Our 62nd annual, family-friendly fair includes a variety of grandstand events, free events and 4-H competitions. Something for everyone! Adm. chg. 260-463-2862 (week of fair only); lagrangecounty4hfair.com X

Jun. 5West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Wabash RiverfestTapawingo Park. Free, family-friendly celebration of the Wabash River. Canoe races, food, music, educational exhibits, 5k run, bike events, children's activities and more! No adm. chg. 765-420-8505; wabashriverfest.com C X2016 Festival Date: Jun. 9

Jun. 12-18Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.)Harrison County FairFairgrounds. This year's fair marks our 156th consecutive year! Enjoy rides, games, a demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, dirt drag races, 4-H fair, food and more. Adm. chg. 888-738-2137; harrisoncountyfair.com XJun. 12-18LaPorte (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)LaPorte County FairFairgrounds. 4-H exhibits, open class, draft horse, Pioneer Land, carnival rides, grandstand events, free entertainment tent, food vendors. Adm. chg. 219-362-2647; laportecountyfair.org X


Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Scott County FairFairgrounds. Get back to the basics of life and good ol' family fun at the Scott County Fair. 42 acres of activities for everyone. Conveniently located one mile off I-65! Adm. chg. 812-752-9211; scottcountyfairgrounds.com C X

Jun. 13-18Greentown (Howard Co., East Reg.)Howard County Fair Fairgrounds. 4-H exhibits and shows, live music, food, live daily entertainment, Pioneer Village, rides, vendors and plenty of family fun! No adm. chg. 765-628-3247; howardcofair.com X

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Stand-Alone Double-Mini Ad Total Cost .....................$200

Super Membership with Bicentennial designation. Total Cost .....................$425

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Jul. 18Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Dancing & Cruising in the StreetsDowntown. Enjoy a classic car and motorcycle cruise, food, beer and wine, plus two stages of live entertainment. Adm. chg. 765-742-4044; lafayettechamber.com X2016 Festival Date: Jul. 16


Brownsburg (Hendricks Co., Central Reg.)Festival of the ArtsArbuckle Acres Park. A fun-filled, family event featuring music, food, children's activities and more than 150 artisans and craft exhibitors from around the Midwest. Adm. chg. 317-852-7885; brownsburgfota.com X

Jul. 18-Aug. 2Remington (Jasper Co., North Reg.)Fountain Park Chautauqua6244 W 1600 S Remington. Unique, wholesome, family adventure includes two programs daily, variety of entertainment, children's activities, art colony, rustic hotel, camping, food stations. Adm. chg. 219-866-5811; fountain-park.org X

JULYJul. 18Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.)Art of WineCarmel Arts and Design District. Features local and international wines, wine-related art, entertainment and special activities. Free and open to all ages. $15 wine tasting fee for those 21 and over. 317-571-2787; carmelartsanddesign.com C X


Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Circus City Festival

First Bank of Berne Circus City Center. Youth Circus, perform 10 shows in air conditioned,

three ring arena. Festival with rides, food booths and much more! At 10am on July 18, a huge parade! Parade no charge.

Circus Show adm. chg. X765-472-3918; perucircus.com

Jul. 18Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.)Arts in the Park Blue River Memorial Park. Music, children’s activities, adult classes. Events from 10am through the evening. Other events in Sep. & Oct. No adm. chg. 317-364-0712; shelbycountyartsfest.com X

Jun. 13-19Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)International Circus Hall of Fame SR 124. Professional circus under the Big Top. Entertainment, performing circus animals, elephant rides, museum full of circus memorabilia. Adm. chg. 800-771-0241; circushalloffame.com X

Jun. 16-19Winamac (Pulaski Co., North Reg.)Northern Indiana Power From the Past Antique Power Show & Flea MarketFairgrounds. Four-day, family-oriented event featuring antique farm equipment, horse pull, childrens' games, large flea market, shaded grounds, many demonstrations. Adm. chg. 574-946-3712; winamacpowershow.com X2016 Festival Dates: Jun. 14-17

Jun. 17-21Portland (Jay Co., East Reg.)43rd Vintage Motor Bike Show Fairgrounds. The largest vintage motor bike show in the USA. Join us to reminisce the Simplex, Mustang, Whizzer and Cushman bikes and more! Adm. chg. 419-605-5336; vintagemotorbikeclub.org


Culver (Marshall Co., North Reg.)Culver Lake FestCulver Town Park. On the shore of beautiful Lake Maxinkuckee! Spectacular fireworks shot off from the middle of the lake. Parade, food vendors, live entertainment, sailboat and kayak races, bass fishing tournament, 5k run, scenic bicycle ride, arts and craft booths, car show. No adm. chg. 574-842-8830; culverlakefest.com C X2016 Festival Dates: Jun. 15-17

Jun. 17-19Converse (Miami Co., East Reg.)E.W.C.C. Woodcarving Festival Borderman Gym. Amazing wood carvers' demonstrations. No adm. chg. 765-395-3943; ewcc.wordpress.com

Jun. 17-18Oldenburg (Franklin Co., South Central Reg.)Oldenburg FreudenfestTown Hall. German festival with food, beer garden, games, German music, 10k walk, 7 or 20 mile bike ride, good family fun. No adm. chg. 866-647-6555; freudenfest.com C X

JUNEJun. 1-5LaGrange (LaGrange Co., North Reg.)LaGrange County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Our 62nd annual, family-friendly fair includes a variety of grandstand events, free events and 4-H competitions. Something for everyone! Adm. chg. 260-463-2862 (week of fair only); lagrangecounty4hfair.com X

Jun. 5West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Wabash RiverfestTapawingo Park. Free, family-friendly celebration of the Wabash River. Canoe races, food, music, educational exhibits, 5k run, bike events, children's activities and more! No adm. chg. 765-420-8505; wabashriverfest.com C X2016 Festival Date: Jun. 9

Jun. 12-18Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.)Harrison County FairFairgrounds. This year's fair marks our 156th consecutive year! Enjoy rides, games, a demolition derby, tractor and truck pulls, dirt drag races, 4-H fair, food and more. Adm. chg. 888-738-2137; harrisoncountyfair.com XJun. 12-18LaPorte (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)LaPorte County FairFairgrounds. 4-H exhibits, open class, draft horse, Pioneer Land, carnival rides, grandstand events, free entertainment tent, food vendors. Adm. chg. 219-362-2647; laportecountyfair.org X


Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Scott County FairFairgrounds. Get back to the basics of life and good ol' family fun at the Scott County Fair. 42 acres of activities for everyone. Conveniently located one mile off I-65! Adm. chg. 812-752-9211; scottcountyfairgrounds.com C X

Jun. 13-18Greentown (Howard Co., East Reg.)Howard County Fair Fairgrounds. 4-H exhibits and shows, live music, food, live daily entertainment, Pioneer Village, rides, vendors and plenty of family fun! No adm. chg. 765-628-3247; howardcofair.com X

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Jul. 24-26Whiting (Lake Co., North Reg.)Pierogi FestDowntown. Zany, wacky, madcap, nuts, outrageous, silly, hilarious, entertaining, funny, and a great time for all! The biggest food fest in Northwest Indiana, and so much more! No adm. chg. 219-659-0292; pierogifest.net C X

Jul. 24-25Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Scott County MaterFestDowntown square. Join us as we celebrate Scott County's rich history of agriculture and tomatoes with good food, family and fun! No adm. chg. 812-752-9211; materfest.com C X

Jul. 24-25Hartford City (Blackford Co., East Reg.)Third Annual SummerFest 2015Courthouse square. Fri. evening art show at Art Center. Sat., enjoy juried fine arts and crafts, music, and food from 10 am- 5pm. No adm. chg. 765-348-4704, 765-499-2357; [email protected] X


North Webster (Kosciusko Co., North Reg.)7th Annual Dixie Day Festival & Art FairDowntown and fairgrounds. Art fair, car, truck and bike show, fabulous food, sidewalk sales, ride the historical Dixie boat, huge antique tent sale, open air market, food vendor row, ski bees ski show. Something for everyone! No adm. chg. 574-834-7076; northwebster.com X

Jul. 25 Greensburg (Decatur Co., South Central Reg.)Tenderloin ThrowdownDowntown square. Come show us your loins! A search for the best pork tenderloin sandwich in Indiana. Join us for delicious food and lots of fun for all ages. No adm. chg. 812-222-0037; mainstreetgreensburg.com C X

Jul. 25-26Orland (Steuben Co., North Reg.)Vermont Settlement FestivalOrland Town Park. Full days of family fun, primitive village, car show, parade, concessions, mud volleyball, arts and crafts. No adm. chg. 260-829-6411; orlandchamber.net X

Jul. 19-25Alexandria (Madison Co., East Reg.)Madison County 4-H Fair Beulah Park. 4-H animals, free entertainment nightly, food, crafts, family attraction, rides, senior day, garden tractor pulls, bracelet day is all day every day, talent contest, No adm. chg. 765-724-7006; madisoncounty4hfair.com XJul. 23-25 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Berne (Adams Co., East Reg.)Berne Swiss Days Downtown. Swiss experience. Food, crafts, competitions, family-friendly rides, quilt show, horse pull, musical concerts, tours, polka music, parade, games. No adm. chg. 260-589-8080; bernein.com X

Jul. 24-Aug. 1Goshen (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Elkhart County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Elkhart County 4-H Fair in Goshen is one of the largest county fairs in the nation. 4-H exhibits, open classes, free top-name entertainment, carnival rides, food vendors, park stage entertainment, tractor pulls, and much more! Adm. chg. 574-533-3247; 4hfair.org C X2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 22-30

Jul. 24-25 Frankfort (Clinton Co., West Reg.)

Frankfort Hot Dog FestivalDowntown square. World's largest grill, Over the Top Tour - street vaulting, Micro Mini Tractor Pulls,

CrossFit Challenge, Disc Dog Competion, car show, Dachshund racing, hotdogs for everyone, My Dogs Got Talent Show, 5k Bun Run/Walk,

100+ arts, antiques, craft vendors, 5k Dog Jog. No adm. chg.

765-654-4081; frankfortmainstreet.com2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 29-30

Jul. 24-26 New Carlisle (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)New Carlisle Hometown DaysMemorial Park. Three fun-filled days, vendors, food, entertainment, parade, fireworks, car show, WIFFLE ball tournament. No adm. chg. 574-276-8962; hometowndays.net X

Jul. 18Munster (Lake Co., North Reg.)The Grape EscapeCentennial Park. Sample selections of wine and beer, enjoy food, listen to live music, browse the fine art fair and market vendors. $5 adm. chg. 219-836-7275; munster.org X

Jul. 18Terre Haute (Vigo Co., West Reg.)"On the Banks of the Wabash" Community Band FestivalFairbanks Park. Community Concert Bands from Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky each perform a one hour concert of band music. Bring your lawn chairs and join us for a day of good music and good times ’til 9pm. No adm. chg. 812-535-6440; terrehautecommunityband.org C X


Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.)Parke County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Great rural county fair! Parke County's largest parade on Thu. Demolition derby contest on Fri. night and queen contest on Sat. No adm. chg. 765-569-3176; parkecountyfairgrounds.com X

Jul. 18-25Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Tippecanoe County 4-H FairFairgrounds. All phases of agriculture, 4-H exhibits, wide variety of youth activities, carnival rides, games and mouth-watering fair food. No adm. chg. 765-474-0793; purdue.edu/extension X

Jul. 19-25 Danville (Hendricks Co., Central Reg.)Hendricks County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Sports fan, animal lover, or just a kid at heart? The Hendricks County 4-H Fair has you covered! A great place where affordable family fun meets tradition. Parking chg. No adm. chg. 317-718-6154; 4hcomplex.org C X2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 17-23

Jul. 19-25Franklin (Johnson Co., Central Reg.)Johnson County 4-H & Agricultural Fair Fairgrounds. Parade at 4pm on 7/18. 4-H projects & livestock shows, food & merchant vendors, grandstand events, midway, fireworks & more. $5 parking chg. No adm. chg. 317-738-3247; johnsoncountyfair.com C X

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Jul. 24-26Whiting (Lake Co., North Reg.)Pierogi FestDowntown. Zany, wacky, madcap, nuts, outrageous, silly, hilarious, entertaining, funny, and a great time for all! The biggest food fest in Northwest Indiana, and so much more! No adm. chg. 219-659-0292; pierogifest.net C X

Jul. 24-25Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Scott County MaterFestDowntown square. Join us as we celebrate Scott County's rich history of agriculture and tomatoes with good food, family and fun! No adm. chg. 812-752-9211; materfest.com C X

Jul. 24-25Hartford City (Blackford Co., East Reg.)Third Annual SummerFest 2015Courthouse square. Fri. evening art show at Art Center. Sat., enjoy juried fine arts and crafts, music, and food from 10 am- 5pm. No adm. chg. 765-348-4704, 765-499-2357; [email protected] X


North Webster (Kosciusko Co., North Reg.)7th Annual Dixie Day Festival & Art FairDowntown and fairgrounds. Art fair, car, truck and bike show, fabulous food, sidewalk sales, ride the historical Dixie boat, huge antique tent sale, open air market, food vendor row, ski bees ski show. Something for everyone! No adm. chg. 574-834-7076; northwebster.com X

Jul. 25 Greensburg (Decatur Co., South Central Reg.)Tenderloin ThrowdownDowntown square. Come show us your loins! A search for the best pork tenderloin sandwich in Indiana. Join us for delicious food and lots of fun for all ages. No adm. chg. 812-222-0037; mainstreetgreensburg.com C X

Jul. 25-26Orland (Steuben Co., North Reg.)Vermont Settlement FestivalOrland Town Park. Full days of family fun, primitive village, car show, parade, concessions, mud volleyball, arts and crafts. No adm. chg. 260-829-6411; orlandchamber.net X

Jul. 19-25Alexandria (Madison Co., East Reg.)Madison County 4-H Fair Beulah Park. 4-H animals, free entertainment nightly, food, crafts, family attraction, rides, senior day, garden tractor pulls, bracelet day is all day every day, talent contest, No adm. chg. 765-724-7006; madisoncounty4hfair.com XJul. 23-25 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Berne (Adams Co., East Reg.)Berne Swiss Days Downtown. Swiss experience. Food, crafts, competitions, family-friendly rides, quilt show, horse pull, musical concerts, tours, polka music, parade, games. No adm. chg. 260-589-8080; bernein.com X

Jul. 24-Aug. 1Goshen (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Elkhart County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Elkhart County 4-H Fair in Goshen is one of the largest county fairs in the nation. 4-H exhibits, open classes, free top-name entertainment, carnival rides, food vendors, park stage entertainment, tractor pulls, and much more! Adm. chg. 574-533-3247; 4hfair.org C X2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 22-30

Jul. 24-25 Frankfort (Clinton Co., West Reg.)

Frankfort Hot Dog FestivalDowntown square. World's largest grill, Over the Top Tour - street vaulting, Micro Mini Tractor Pulls,

CrossFit Challenge, Disc Dog Competion, car show, Dachshund racing, hotdogs for everyone, My Dogs Got Talent Show, 5k Bun Run/Walk,

100+ arts, antiques, craft vendors, 5k Dog Jog. No adm. chg.

765-654-4081; frankfortmainstreet.com2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 29-30

Jul. 24-26 New Carlisle (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)New Carlisle Hometown DaysMemorial Park. Three fun-filled days, vendors, food, entertainment, parade, fireworks, car show, WIFFLE ball tournament. No adm. chg. 574-276-8962; hometowndays.net X

Jul. 18Munster (Lake Co., North Reg.)The Grape EscapeCentennial Park. Sample selections of wine and beer, enjoy food, listen to live music, browse the fine art fair and market vendors. $5 adm. chg. 219-836-7275; munster.org X

Jul. 18Terre Haute (Vigo Co., West Reg.)"On the Banks of the Wabash" Community Band FestivalFairbanks Park. Community Concert Bands from Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky each perform a one hour concert of band music. Bring your lawn chairs and join us for a day of good music and good times ’til 9pm. No adm. chg. 812-535-6440; terrehautecommunityband.org C X


Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.)Parke County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Great rural county fair! Parke County's largest parade on Thu. Demolition derby contest on Fri. night and queen contest on Sat. No adm. chg. 765-569-3176; parkecountyfairgrounds.com X

Jul. 18-25Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Tippecanoe County 4-H FairFairgrounds. All phases of agriculture, 4-H exhibits, wide variety of youth activities, carnival rides, games and mouth-watering fair food. No adm. chg. 765-474-0793; purdue.edu/extension X

Jul. 19-25 Danville (Hendricks Co., Central Reg.)Hendricks County 4-H FairFairgrounds. Sports fan, animal lover, or just a kid at heart? The Hendricks County 4-H Fair has you covered! A great place where affordable family fun meets tradition. Parking chg. No adm. chg. 317-718-6154; 4hcomplex.org C X2016 Festival Dates: Jul. 17-23

Jul. 19-25Franklin (Johnson Co., Central Reg.)Johnson County 4-H & Agricultural Fair Fairgrounds. Parade at 4pm on 7/18. 4-H projects & livestock shows, food & merchant vendors, grandstand events, midway, fireworks & more. $5 parking chg. No adm. chg. 317-738-3247; johnsoncountyfair.com C X

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Aug. 7-8South Bend (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)South Bend International FestivalCounty 4-H Fairgrounds. Celebration of music, food, arts, roots & culture. Family-friendly, outdoor entertainment includes live music, youth activities, drum circle and beer tent. Adm. chg. 574-307-0183; southbendinternationalfestival.com X

Aug. 7-8 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Pig Roast in the ParkBeechwood Park. Visit our community event where you can enjoy great music, food, craft booths, kids' games, fireworks, sporting and various activities. No adm. chg. 812-752-3169; cityofscottsburg.com C X

Aug. 8 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Hanna (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)HannaFestAll around town. Arts and crafts in the park, games, parade, live entertainment, car show, town-wide garage sales, BBQ chicken, street dance for adults. No adm. chg. C

Aug. 6-9Tipton (Tipton Co., East Reg.)MidAmerica Threshing & Antique, Inc.4-H fairgrounds. Working demonstrations of threshing, saw mill, shelling, plowing and baling. Tractor pull Friday and Saturday at $20 hook fees. No adm. chg. 765-431-4037 X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 11-14

Aug. 6-8North Manchester (Wabash Co., East Reg.)North Manchester Fun Fest by the RiverDowntown. The area's largest family festival. Basketball, baseball tournaments, car show with over 200 cars, huge parade, food, craft vendors and live entertainment. No adm. chg. 260-982-7644; northmanchesterchamber.com C X


Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.)Indiana State Fair

Indiana State Fairgrounds. Dow AgroSciences and the Indiana State Fair Commission are

proud to dedicate your Great Indiana State Fair to the families who make it

happen: The Year of the Farmer. Fair food, midway rides and more! Join us for this great

celebration. Adm. chg. X317-927-7500; indianastatefair.com

Aug. 7-16Crown Point (Lake Co., North Reg.)Lake County FairFairgrounds. Daily horse shows, local musical entertainment, 1,000s of exhibits, rides, food and all types of vendors. Motorsport shows and more in the grandstand! Adm. chg. 219-663-3617; lake-county-fair.com C X

Aug. 7-9Columbia City (Whitley Co., East Reg.)Mihsihkinaahkwa Pow WowMorsches Park. SR 205. Freewill concert, dancing, storytelling, games, demonstrations, Native American products and food. Silent auction, raffles, and flute music. Free concert Aug 7. Adm. chg. 260-609-7844; miamipowwow.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 12-14

Aug. 1Owensville (Gibson Co., South Reg.)Owensville Watermelon FestivalLibrary square. Beginning the first week in Aug, highlights of this annual festival include live entertainment, parades, pageants, a run/walk, watermelon games, kiddie parade, carnival rides, food and more. No adm. chg. 812-724-2506 C X


Carthage (Rush Co., East Reg.)Summerfest Blue River Community Harvest, Carthage, IN. Follow signs. Family fun including 5k run/walk/bike, pulled pork, arts and crafts' vendors and a variety of activities. No adm. chg. 765-565-6798; bluerivercommunityharvest.org C XAug. 1West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Tippecanoe Steam and Gas Power ShowTippecanoe County Amphitheater. Working show with tractors, gas engines and working demonstrations throughout the day, flea market and food. No adm. chg. 219-984-5936; tsgpai.org X2016 Festival Date: Jul. 30

Aug. 2Tri-State Antique MarketSee May 3 listing.

Aug. 4-8Odon (Daviess Co., South Central Reg.)Old Settlers FestivalOdon City Park. One of the oldest festivals in Indiana with a history of over 125 years. Parade, food, carnival rides, bingo, free nightly entertainment. Don't miss it! No adm. chg. 812-636-8218; odonoldsettlers.com XAug. 4-8Oakland City (Gibson Co., South Reg.)Sweet Corn FestivalWirth Park. Come celebrate corn with us! Rides, parade, music, food vendors and top it off with a corn eating contest. No adm. chg. 812-677-0728; gibsoncountyin.org X


Tell City (Perry Co., South Reg.)Schweizer FestCity Hall Park, 700 Main St. Amusement rides, games, food, beer garden, wine tasting, exhibit market, live entertainment, queen pageant. No adm. chg. 888-343-6262; tellcityschweizerfest.com/ XAug. 6-9Denver (Miami Co., East Reg.)Denver Days FestivalDowntown. Hometown parade, delicious food, car show, great entertainment. Charge for Midway rides. No adm. chg. 765-985-2284; miamicochamber.com

Jul. 30-Aug. 2Nappanee (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Amish Acres Arts and Crafts FestivalAmish Acres. 300 artists and crafters, festive food and free entertainment bring a distinctive flavor to this 52nd annual, nationally recognized event. Parking chg. Adm. chg. 800-800-4942; amishacres.com XJul. 30-Aug. 2Jasper (Dubois Co., South Reg.)Jasper StrassenfestDowntown and citywide. Family-oriented street festival with German music, food, dancing, rides, games, beer garden, 5k run/walk, craft & wine show, events, entertainment and so much more! No adm. chg. 812-482-6866; jasperstrassenfest.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 4-7

AUGUSTAug. 1-2Amish Acres Arts and Crafts FestivalSee Jul. 30 listing.

Aug. 1Noblesville (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.)Art Fair on the SquareCourthouse square. Enjoy charming historic downtown with juried artists, all painting mediums, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, more. Art experience for kids. Food available. No adm. chg. 317-452-3690; noblesvillearts.org XAug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Franklin Farmer's Market See May 9 listing.


Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Grissom Air Museum Warbird Cruise-InGrissom Air Museum. Huge car show, food, vendors, museum open. Adm. chg. 574-398-1451; grissomairmuseum.com X

Aug. 1Vincennes (Knox Co., South Central Reg.)Knox County Watermelon FestivalPatrick Henry Square, downtown. Free watermelon, 5k run, baby/toddler and queen pageant, BBQ grill-off, free musical entertainment, corn hole tournament and seed spitting contest. No adm. chg. 812-882-6440; knoxcountychamber.com XAug. 1Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)OUTfestDowntown. Enjoy live entertainment, great food and beverages, drag show, vendors and family activities. Adm. chg. 765-423-7579; outfest.pridelafayette.org/ X

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Aug. 7-8South Bend (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)South Bend International FestivalCounty 4-H Fairgrounds. Celebration of music, food, arts, roots & culture. Family-friendly, outdoor entertainment includes live music, youth activities, drum circle and beer tent. Adm. chg. 574-307-0183; southbendinternationalfestival.com X


Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.)Pig Roast in the ParkBeechwood Park. Visit our community event where you can enjoy great music, food, craft booths, kids' games, fireworks, sporting and various activities. No adm. chg. 812-752-3169; cityofscottsburg.com C X


Hanna (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)HannaFestAll around town. Arts and crafts in the park, games, parade, live entertainment, car show, town-wide garage sales, BBQ chicken, street dance for adults. No adm. chg. C

Aug. 6-9Tipton (Tipton Co., East Reg.)MidAmerica Threshing & Antique, Inc.4-H fairgrounds. Working demonstrations of threshing, saw mill, shelling, plowing and baling. Tractor pull Friday and Saturday at $20 hook fees. No adm. chg. 765-431-4037 X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 11-14

Aug. 6-8North Manchester (Wabash Co., East Reg.)North Manchester Fun Fest by the RiverDowntown. The area's largest family festival. Basketball, baseball tournaments, car show with over 200 cars, huge parade, food, craft vendors and live entertainment. No adm. chg. 260-982-7644; northmanchesterchamber.com C X


Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.)Indiana State Fair

Indiana State Fairgrounds. Dow AgroSciences and the Indiana State Fair Commission are

proud to dedicate your Great Indiana State Fair to the families who make it

happen: The Year of the Farmer. Fair food, midway rides and more! Join us for this great

celebration. Adm. chg. X317-927-7500; indianastatefair.com

Aug. 7-16Crown Point (Lake Co., North Reg.)Lake County FairFairgrounds. Daily horse shows, local musical entertainment, 1,000s of exhibits, rides, food and all types of vendors. Motorsport shows and more in the grandstand! Adm. chg. 219-663-3617; lake-county-fair.com C X

Aug. 7-9Columbia City (Whitley Co., East Reg.)Mihsihkinaahkwa Pow WowMorsches Park. SR 205. Freewill concert, dancing, storytelling, games, demonstrations, Native American products and food. Silent auction, raffles, and flute music. Free concert Aug 7. Adm. chg. 260-609-7844; miamipowwow.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 12-14

Aug. 1Owensville (Gibson Co., South Reg.)Owensville Watermelon FestivalLibrary square. Beginning the first week in Aug, highlights of this annual festival include live entertainment, parades, pageants, a run/walk, watermelon games, kiddie parade, carnival rides, food and more. No adm. chg. 812-724-2506 C X


Carthage (Rush Co., East Reg.)Summerfest Blue River Community Harvest, Carthage, IN. Follow signs. Family fun including 5k run/walk/bike, pulled pork, arts and crafts' vendors and a variety of activities. No adm. chg. 765-565-6798; bluerivercommunityharvest.org C XAug. 1West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Tippecanoe Steam and Gas Power ShowTippecanoe County Amphitheater. Working show with tractors, gas engines and working demonstrations throughout the day, flea market and food. No adm. chg. 219-984-5936; tsgpai.org X2016 Festival Date: Jul. 30

Aug. 2Tri-State Antique MarketSee May 3 listing.

Aug. 4-8Odon (Daviess Co., South Central Reg.)Old Settlers FestivalOdon City Park. One of the oldest festivals in Indiana with a history of over 125 years. Parade, food, carnival rides, bingo, free nightly entertainment. Don't miss it! No adm. chg. 812-636-8218; odonoldsettlers.com XAug. 4-8Oakland City (Gibson Co., South Reg.)Sweet Corn FestivalWirth Park. Come celebrate corn with us! Rides, parade, music, food vendors and top it off with a corn eating contest. No adm. chg. 812-677-0728; gibsoncountyin.org X


Tell City (Perry Co., South Reg.)Schweizer FestCity Hall Park, 700 Main St. Amusement rides, games, food, beer garden, wine tasting, exhibit market, live entertainment, queen pageant. No adm. chg. 888-343-6262; tellcityschweizerfest.com/ XAug. 6-9Denver (Miami Co., East Reg.)Denver Days FestivalDowntown. Hometown parade, delicious food, car show, great entertainment. Charge for Midway rides. No adm. chg. 765-985-2284; miamicochamber.com

Jul. 30-Aug. 2Nappanee (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Amish Acres Arts and Crafts FestivalAmish Acres. 300 artists and crafters, festive food and free entertainment bring a distinctive flavor to this 52nd annual, nationally recognized event. Parking chg. Adm. chg. 800-800-4942; amishacres.com XJul. 30-Aug. 2Jasper (Dubois Co., South Reg.)Jasper StrassenfestDowntown and citywide. Family-oriented street festival with German music, food, dancing, rides, games, beer garden, 5k run/walk, craft & wine show, events, entertainment and so much more! No adm. chg. 812-482-6866; jasperstrassenfest.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 4-7

AUGUSTAug. 1-2Amish Acres Arts and Crafts FestivalSee Jul. 30 listing.

Aug. 1Noblesville (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.)Art Fair on the SquareCourthouse square. Enjoy charming historic downtown with juried artists, all painting mediums, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, more. Art experience for kids. Food available. No adm. chg. 317-452-3690; noblesvillearts.org XAug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Franklin Farmer's Market See May 9 listing.


Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Grissom Air Museum Warbird Cruise-InGrissom Air Museum. Huge car show, food, vendors, museum open. Adm. chg. 574-398-1451; grissomairmuseum.com X

Aug. 1Vincennes (Knox Co., South Central Reg.)Knox County Watermelon FestivalPatrick Henry Square, downtown. Free watermelon, 5k run, baby/toddler and queen pageant, BBQ grill-off, free musical entertainment, corn hole tournament and seed spitting contest. No adm. chg. 812-882-6440; knoxcountychamber.com XAug. 1Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)OUTfestDowntown. Enjoy live entertainment, great food and beverages, drag show, vendors and family activities. Adm. chg. 765-423-7579; outfest.pridelafayette.org/ X

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Sep. 21-23Russiaville (Howard Co., East Reg.)Winding Creek Bluegrass Festival 100 S 9980 W. Bluegrass in the woods. Enjoy America's best bluegrass bands. Music workshops, vendor booths, free camping. Bring lawn chairs. Visit website for bands & schedule. Adm. chg.; windingcreekbluegrass.com XSep. 22-23Alexandria (Madison Co., East Reg.)Alexandria Grand PrixDowntown streets. One of the largest go-Kart racing events in Indiana. Food vendors, entertainment and great racing! Sanctioned by the SIRA. No adm. chg. 765-724-3144; C X

Sep. 22Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Beers Across the WabashDowntown. Taste an assortment of ales and lagers from 30 Indiana breweries. Adm. chg. 765-714-4844; BeersAcrossTheWabash.com X

Sep. 22 Decatur (Adams Co., East Reg.)Kekionga FestivalDowntown and Riverside Center. Community festival celebrating Decatur's heritage with historic reenactments, crafts, food and fun. No adm. chg. 260-724-2604; decaturchamber.org X

Sep. 23-27 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Plymouth (Marshall Co., North Reg.)

Marshall County Blueberry Festival Since 1967

Centennial Park. Children's activities, food booths, carnival, parade, 15k and 5k run. Classic car show, craft booths, horse pull, garden tractor pulls, spectacular fireworks.

Sports competitions, demonstrations at Historic Americana, a bicycle cruise. Free entertainment.

Fun for the whole family! No adm. chg. X574-936-5020; blueberryfestival.org

Sep. 22Kouts (Porter Co., North Reg.)Kouts Pork FestDowntown Main St. Small town festival at its best. Showcasing pork at its finest. Arts and crafts, food vendors, live entertainment, kids' area and a parade all in one place. No adm. chg. 219-405-1452; koutsevents.com C X2016 Festival Date: Sep. 27

Sep. 20-23Greensburg (Decatur Co., South Central Reg.)Greensburg Power of the PastFairgrounds. 2015 feature tractor is IH, hosting IN Ch 7 show. Adm. $3 per person ages 12 and up, under 12 free. Come and see antique machinery used as the days gone by. Flea markets, food booths, kids' games, toy show, parade and more. 812-662-4723; greensburgpowerofthepast.com C X2016 Festival Dates: Sep. 18-21

Sep. 20-Sep. 11 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Notre Dame (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival University of Notre Dame. World-class productions fostering young theatre artists through unique opportunities such as The Young Company, ShakeScenes and Actors From The London Stage. Adm. chg. 574-631-3777; Shakespeare.ND.edu X2016 Festival Dates: Sep. 18-Sep. 9


Madison (Jefferson Co., South Central Reg.)Madison Ribberfest BBQ & BluesRiverfront. Fabulous blues music all weekend with nationally known performers. A KCBS sanctioned BBQ cook-off, backyard BBQ amateur competition, KidzQ kids' cook-off for young chefs. River boat cruises, 5k walk/run/bike ride; corn hole. Adm. chg. 800-559-2956; madisonribberfest.com C X

Sep. 21-23Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.)25th Annual National Toy & Truck N' Construction Show and Auction Indianapolis Marriott East. Thousands of toy trucks and construction toys for sale. Adm. chg. 800-533-8293; toytrucker.com XSep. 21-23Rossville (Clinton Co., West Reg.)Summer's End FestivalTown Park. Craft/food vendors, Sat. morning parade, 5k run/walk, car/bike show, contests, entertainment, rides, fireworks. Parking $2 in park. No adm. chg. 765-379-2645; rossville.net X

Aug. 14-15Middlebury (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Middlebury Summer FestivalDowntown area and parks. Entertainment, food, garden tractors’ pull, kids’ activities, parade, craft vendors, community action groups. No adm. chg. 574-215-3352; middleburyfestivals.com X


Cumberland (Marion Co., Central Reg.)Cumberland Arts Goes to MarketSaturn St., Cumberland Town Hall to Cumberland First Baptist Church. 7th annual celebration of art and community in historic Cumberland. 100+ vendors, entertainment, food trucks, Farmers Market, family fun. 9am-4pm. Free parking. No adm. chg. 317-894-2645; cumberlandarts.org C X2016 Festival Date: Aug. 20

Aug. 15-16Michigan City (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)Lubeznik Center for the Arts Lakefront Art FestivalWashington Park. The very best of art and fine crafts, with one-of-a-kind items at every price. Plus, food court and children's activities. Adm. chg. 219-874-4900; lubeznikcenter.org C XAug. 15Kokomo (Howard Co., East Reg.)Taste of Kokomo Foster Park, downtown. More than 20 restaurants and multiple live bands, 5pm-10:30pm. Childrens' corner with inflatables. Food competitions in big tent throughout the night. No adm. chg. 765-457-6691; unitedwayhoco.org X

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Sep. 15 Indiana Bicentennial Festival Greenwood (Johnson Co., Central Reg.)WAMMfestCraig Park. Wineries, microbreweries, bands, entertainment, food and juried art fair featuring over 70 artists. Ticket proceeds donated to local charities. Adm. chg. 317-881-7575; wammfest.com C X2016 Festival Date: Sep. 20

Sep. 15-16Hamlet (Starke Co., North Reg.)Yellowstone Trail FestFairgrounds. Cowboy mounted shooting, vendors, Rendezvous, Hobo Camp, Sat. car show, historical cruise, Sun. old tyme church service, 2pm parade, ice cream social. No adm. chg. 765-438-2349; YellowStoneTrailFest.com

Aug. 8Logansport (Cass Co., East Reg.)Taste of Cass CountyDowntown. Enjoy food, fun, and music! Sample food and drink from local eateries. Fun for the whole family! Minimal entrance fee. Adm. chg. 574-722-9345; loganslanding.com X


LaGrange (LaGrange Co., North Reg.)34th Annual Steam and Gas ShowLaGrange County 4-H Fairgrounds. Steam engines, antique tractors, gas engines, antique farm machinery, sawmills, arts & crafts, large flea market. Antique tractor pull, 125HP Erie Steam Engine operating as a sawmill, wheat threshing, plowing with steam engines, parade of tractors. Adm. chg. 888-277-3184; VisitLaGrangeCounty.org X

Aug. 13-15Van Buren (Grant Co., East Reg.)Van Buren Popcorn FestivalDowntown. Three days of family fun, food and free entertainment. Parade, nightly entertainment, children's games and activities, fair food and 5k. No adm. chg. 765-934-4888; popcornfestival.org X

Aug. 14-16Elwood (Madison Co., East Reg.)Elwood Glass FestivalCallaway Park. Arts, crafts, food, entertainment, glass factory tours, quilt show, carnival, car show, contests, parade and much more. No adm. chg. 765-552-0180; elwood-in.com/chamber-home XAug. 14-16 Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.)Bears of Blue River FestivalPublic square. Three-day street fair featuring free live entertainment. Free kids’ activities, concessions, crafts and flea markets. Free parking. No adm. chg. 317-392-3040; bearsofblueriver.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 19-21

Aug. 14-16Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Hoosier Heritage FestivalFairgrounds. Celebrating our agricultural heritage with antique tractors, engines and equipment, food, entertainment, tractor pull, parades and flea market. No adm. chg. 765-438-3835; hoosierheritagefest.com X

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER



Super Membership with Bicentennial designation. Total Cost .....................$425

Standard Membership with Double-Mini Graphic Add-on above the listing. Total Cost .....................$425


Highlighted Memberships with Double-Mini Graphic Add-on above the listing. Total Cost .....................$525


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Sep. 21-23Russiaville (Howard Co., East Reg.)Winding Creek Bluegrass Festival 100 S 9980 W. Bluegrass in the woods. Enjoy America's best bluegrass bands. Music workshops, vendor booths, free camping. Bring lawn chairs. Visit website for bands & schedule. Adm. chg.; windingcreekbluegrass.com XSep. 22-23Alexandria (Madison Co., East Reg.)Alexandria Grand PrixDowntown streets. One of the largest go-Kart racing events in Indiana. Food vendors, entertainment and great racing! Sanctioned by the SIRA. No adm. chg. 765-724-3144; C X

Sep. 22Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.)Beers Across the WabashDowntown. Taste an assortment of ales and lagers from 30 Indiana breweries. Adm. chg. 765-714-4844; BeersAcrossTheWabash.com X

Sep. 22 Decatur (Adams Co., East Reg.)Kekionga FestivalDowntown and Riverside Center. Community festival celebrating Decatur's heritage with historic reenactments, crafts, food and fun. No adm. chg. 260-724-2604; decaturchamber.org X


Plymouth (Marshall Co., North Reg.)

Marshall County Blueberry Festival Since 1967

Centennial Park. Children's activities, food booths, carnival, parade, 15k and 5k run. Classic car show, craft booths, horse pull, garden tractor pulls, spectacular fireworks.

Sports competitions, demonstrations at Historic Americana, a bicycle cruise. Free entertainment.

Fun for the whole family! No adm. chg. X574-936-5020; blueberryfestival.org

Sep. 22Kouts (Porter Co., North Reg.)Kouts Pork FestDowntown Main St. Small town festival at its best. Showcasing pork at its finest. Arts and crafts, food vendors, live entertainment, kids' area and a parade all in one place. No adm. chg. 219-405-1452; koutsevents.com C X2016 Festival Date: Sep. 27

Sep. 20-23Greensburg (Decatur Co., South Central Reg.)Greensburg Power of the PastFairgrounds. 2015 feature tractor is IH, hosting IN Ch 7 show. Adm. $3 per person ages 12 and up, under 12 free. Come and see antique machinery used as the days gone by. Flea markets, food booths, kids' games, toy show, parade and more. 812-662-4723; greensburgpowerofthepast.com C X2016 Festival Dates: Sep. 18-21

Sep. 20-Sep. 11 Indiana Bicentennial Festival

Notre Dame (St. Joseph Co., North Reg.)Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival University of Notre Dame. World-class productions fostering young theatre artists through unique opportunities such as The Young Company, ShakeScenes and Actors From The London Stage. Adm. chg. 574-631-3777; Shakespeare.ND.edu X2016 Festival Dates: Sep. 18-Sep. 9


Madison (Jefferson Co., South Central Reg.)Madison Ribberfest BBQ & BluesRiverfront. Fabulous blues music all weekend with nationally known performers. A KCBS sanctioned BBQ cook-off, backyard BBQ amateur competition, KidzQ kids' cook-off for young chefs. River boat cruises, 5k walk/run/bike ride; corn hole. Adm. chg. 800-559-2956; madisonribberfest.com C X

Sep. 21-23Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.)25th Annual National Toy & Truck N' Construction Show and Auction Indianapolis Marriott East. Thousands of toy trucks and construction toys for sale. Adm. chg. 800-533-8293; toytrucker.com XSep. 21-23Rossville (Clinton Co., West Reg.)Summer's End FestivalTown Park. Craft/food vendors, Sat. morning parade, 5k run/walk, car/bike show, contests, entertainment, rides, fireworks. Parking $2 in park. No adm. chg. 765-379-2645; rossville.net X

Aug. 14-15Middlebury (Elkhart Co., North Reg.)Middlebury Summer FestivalDowntown area and parks. Entertainment, food, garden tractors’ pull, kids’ activities, parade, craft vendors, community action groups. No adm. chg. 574-215-3352; middleburyfestivals.com X


Cumberland (Marion Co., Central Reg.)Cumberland Arts Goes to MarketSaturn St., Cumberland Town Hall to Cumberland First Baptist Church. 7th annual celebration of art and community in historic Cumberland. 100+ vendors, entertainment, food trucks, Farmers Market, family fun. 9am-4pm. Free parking. No adm. chg. 317-894-2645; cumberlandarts.org C X2016 Festival Date: Aug. 20

Aug. 15-16Michigan City (LaPorte Co., North Reg.)Lubeznik Center for the Arts Lakefront Art FestivalWashington Park. The very best of art and fine crafts, with one-of-a-kind items at every price. Plus, food court and children's activities. Adm. chg. 219-874-4900; lubeznikcenter.org C XAug. 15Kokomo (Howard Co., East Reg.)Taste of Kokomo Foster Park, downtown. More than 20 restaurants and multiple live bands, 5pm-10:30pm. Childrens' corner with inflatables. Food competitions in big tent throughout the night. No adm. chg. 765-457-6691; unitedwayhoco.org X

SEPTEMBER

Sep. 15 Indiana Bicentennial Festival Greenwood (Johnson Co., Central Reg.)WAMMfestCraig Park. Wineries, microbreweries, bands, entertainment, food and juried art fair featuring over 70 artists. Ticket proceeds donated to local charities. Adm. chg. 317-881-7575; wammfest.com C X2016 Festival Date: Sep. 20

Sep. 15-16Hamlet (Starke Co., North Reg.)Yellowstone Trail FestFairgrounds. Cowboy mounted shooting, vendors, Rendezvous, Hobo Camp, Sat. car show, historical cruise, Sun. old tyme church service, 2pm parade, ice cream social. No adm. chg. 765-438-2349; YellowStoneTrailFest.com

Aug. 8Logansport (Cass Co., East Reg.)Taste of Cass CountyDowntown. Enjoy food, fun, and music! Sample food and drink from local eateries. Fun for the whole family! Minimal entrance fee. Adm. chg. 574-722-9345; loganslanding.com X


LaGrange (LaGrange Co., North Reg.)34th Annual Steam and Gas ShowLaGrange County 4-H Fairgrounds. Steam engines, antique tractors, gas engines, antique farm machinery, sawmills, arts & crafts, large flea market. Antique tractor pull, 125HP Erie Steam Engine operating as a sawmill, wheat threshing, plowing with steam engines, parade of tractors. Adm. chg. 888-277-3184; VisitLaGrangeCounty.org X

Aug. 13-15Van Buren (Grant Co., East Reg.)Van Buren Popcorn FestivalDowntown. Three days of family fun, food and free entertainment. Parade, nightly entertainment, children's games and activities, fair food and 5k. No adm. chg. 765-934-4888; popcornfestival.org X

Aug. 14-16Elwood (Madison Co., East Reg.)Elwood Glass FestivalCallaway Park. Arts, crafts, food, entertainment, glass factory tours, quilt show, carnival, car show, contests, parade and much more. No adm. chg. 765-552-0180; elwood-in.com/chamber-home XAug. 14-16 Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.)Bears of Blue River FestivalPublic square. Three-day street fair featuring free live entertainment. Free kids’ activities, concessions, crafts and flea markets. Free parking. No adm. chg. 317-392-3040; bearsofblueriver.org X2016 Festival Dates: Aug. 19-21

Aug. 14-16Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.)Hoosier Heritage FestivalFairgrounds. Celebrating our agricultural heritage with antique tractors, engines and equipment, food, entertainment, tractor pull, parades and flea market. No adm. chg. 765-438-3835; hoosierheritagefest.com X

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER



Super Membership with Double-Mini Graphic Add-on above the listing. Total Cost .....................$625


Stand-Alone Mini Ad Total Cost .....................$100

Monster Membership with Mini Graphic Add-on above the listing and Bicentennial designation. Total Cost .....................$625

Highlighted Memberships. Total Cost .....................$325


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