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Indiana State Fair

The fair is a remarkable place. It is held for a dozen days each summer. Yet, it lives for generations in the memories of families who experience it together. Over 750,000 people visit the Indiana State Fair each year. Three quarters of a million people can't be wrong about fun! There is something for everyone.

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2008 Events


April 25 - 27 - Silver Blades Ice Show, Columbus - Colorful ice show presented by LCFSC. (812) 376-2686 (1943)

July 12 - 20 - 40th Annual Three Rivers Festival, Fort Wayne - 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. (260) 426-5556 (1573)

July 17 - 21 - The Hamilton County 4-H Fair, Noblesville - The Hamilton County 4-H Fair, held annually in July, is a popular summer family event for all ages. Livestock Producer Groups as well as the Extension Homemaker's Kitchen prepare scrumptious daily specials on the food court and in the air-conditioned dining room. (317)776-0854 (2828)

July 18 - 26 - Elkhart County 4-H Fair, Goshen - The Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds is in operation throughout the year. In July, the fairboard hosts one of the largest 4-H County Fairs in the Nation. (574)-533-3247 Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds (1574)

July 25 - 27 - Pierogi Fest, Whiting - This acclaimed festival is "stuffed" with fun so to speak. Filled with great food from all over, a polka parade, an arts and crafts show, shops, pierogi eating contest, and the list goes on! (219) 659-0292 (1575)

July 28 - August 2 - St. Joseph County 4-H Fair, South Bend - Leap into the future! (574)291-4870 Fairgrounds (2830)

August 1 - 10 - Lake County Fair, Crown Point - Since 1852, the Fair has been a part of the culture and fabric of Lake County. (219)661-3071 (2829)

August 6 - 17 - Indiana State Fair, Indianapolis - The fair is a remarkable place. It is held for a dozen days each summer. Yet, it lives for generations in the memories of families who experience it together. Over 750,000 people visit the Indiana State Fair each year. Three quarters of a million people can't be wrong about fun! There is something for everyone. (1576)

September 5 - 7 - Midwest Zest Fest, Highland - This festival is the perfect way to end the summer! With events like a lemon parade, carnival rides, sour-note karaoke bar, and more, this is something that is sure to "a-peel" you! (219) 923-3666 Main Square Park (1082)

September 19 - 21 - 13th Annual Indy Irish Fest, Indianapolis - The Indy Irish Festival is the Midwest's premiere celebration of Irish heritage, offering traditional music, dance, cultural activities, and family fun! (317) 713-7117 Military Park (1577)

September 20 - 21 - Country Fair, Fishers - A weekend full of family fun, music, and food! Come experience an 1886 agricultural fair while you enjoy music, food, and shopping too! (800) 966-1836 Connor Prairie (1147)

September 22 - 27 - 77th Dekalb County Free Fall Fair, Auburn - America's Family Reunion (260)925-1834 Downtown (2082)

September 27 - ROCKFEST 2008, Rochester - Featuring 12 live bands and 3 on 3 basketball, Guitar Hero, etc. (765) 461-6615 (2943)

October 17-19 22–26 29-30 - Headless Horseman, Fishers - Come spend a frightfully fun evening on the prairie with fun games, hayrides, and fall treats. Also, be on the lookout for the Headless Horseman because he is sure to come visit! (800) 966-1836 Connor Prairie Living History Museum (1148)

December 5 - 6 - Home for the Holidays Craft & Gift Marketplace, Danville - Multi-class show offering arts, crafts, collectibles, antiques, home and personal items & gift foods. 317-718-6154 Hendricks Co 4H Complex (3486)

 

2009 Events


February 21 - 2009 Mardi Gras Mambo, Noblesville - A multicultural parade celebrating central Indiana children and families. Parade and celebration open to the public. $5 for family groups of five or more. 9:30 AM to 12 PM. 317-283-3817 (3490)

April 17 - 18 - Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival, Wakarusa - Arts and crafts, antiques, parade, jumbo jelly beans, tours, PTO barbecue, bed race, live entertainment, all-you-can-eat pancakes. 574-862-4344 (3491)

April 18 - 3rd Annual WICR Jazz Festival, Indianapolis - Featuring local jazz artists performing on the hour. An outdoor event on Smith Mall (rain: Schwitzer Student Center). Free event. 11 AM to 4 PM. 317-788-3255 University of Indianapolis (3492)

June 5 - 7 - Rosedale Strawberry Festival, Rosedale - Fish fry, spaghetti supper, model train show, historic and antique displays, vendors, live music, and lots more. Fri 4:30-9 PM, Sat 9 AM to 9 PM, Sun 7:30 AM to 4 PM. 765-548-2522 Downtown (3493)

June 11 - 13 - Round Barn Festival, Rochester - Round barn tours daily, plus crafts, food, music, entertainment, sports events, kids games, twilight parade, 5K run, newlywed game. Thu-Sat 10 AM to 11 PM. Free admission. 574-224-2666 Courthouse Square (3494)

June 27 - July 4 - Linton Freedom Festival, Linton - Indiana's largest Independence Day parade on July 4, plus a carnival, classic car cruise-in, live marketplace, heavy weight horse pull, fireworks, more. 812-847-4846 Downtown (3495)

June 27- 28 - Fishers Freedom Festival, Fishers - Hamilton County. Arts and crafts, live entertainment, games, teen tent, walk/run, children's tent and entertainment area, food, parades, fireworks and more. 317-595-3195 (3496)

June 28 - 23rd Annual Wanamaker Old Settlers Day, Wanamaker - In Marion County. Lions Club street fair with 100+ booths, arts and crafts, antiques, good food, live entertainment, classic car show, and more. 9 AM to 4 PM, plus fireworks show at dusk. 317-861-0755 (3498)

June 29 - 7th Annual Pennsy Trail Art Fair and Music Festival, Greenfield - A one-day fair with fine arts, crafts, live music, kid's activities, good food including award-winning BBQ, and more. 10 AM to 6 PM. Free admission and parking. 317-462-2877 Pennsy Trail (3499)

July 6 - 15 - Delaware County Fair, Muncie - Something for everyone!! 765-288-1854 (3307)

July 11 - 19 - 41th Annual Three Rivers Festival, Fort Wayne - The Fort Wayne Newspapers Three Rivers Festival is an annual 9-day celebration of the Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana 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. (260) 426-5556 (3263)

July 16 - 20 - The Hamilton County 4-H Fair, Noblesville - The Hamilton County 4-H Fair, held annually in July, is a popular summer family event for all ages. Livestock Producer Groups as well as the Extension Homemaker's Kitchen prepare scrumptious daily specials on the food court and in the air-conditioned dining room. (317)776-0854 (3264)

July 19 - 25 - LaPorte County Fair, LaPorte - The Fair has something for all ages!!1 (219) 362-2647 (3131)

July 24 - 26 - Pierogi Fest 2009, Whiting - A salute to eastern European heritage with polka bands, parade, art show, ethnic food, beer garden, and more. 219-659-0292 (3501)

July 30 - August 2 - 47th Annual Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival, Nappanee - 350 artists, live entertainment, good food and festivities surrounding the Amish Acres pond. Selected as one of America's top events. 800-800-4942 (3502)

August 7 - 23 - Indiana State Fair, Indianapolis - The fair is a remarkable place. It is held for a dozen days each summer. (317) 927-7577 Indiana State Fairgrounds (3038)

August 8 - 16 - Lake County Fair, Crown Point - Since 1852, the Fair has been a part of the culture and fabric of Lake County. (219)661-3071 (3489)

September 12 - RockFest 2009, Rochester - Featuring 12 live bands and 3 on 3 basketball, Guitar Hero, etc. (765) 461-6615 Park Road (3488)

September 18 - 20 - 14th Annual Indy Irish Fest, Indianapolis - The Indy Irish Festival is the Midwest's premiere celebration of Irish heritage, offering traditional music, dance, cultural activities, and family fun! (317) 713-7117 Military Park (3387)

September 22 - 26 - Bluffton Free Street Fair, Bluffton - Arts and crafts, exhibits, live music and entertainment, good food, and more. 260-824-4351 (3503)