Elkhart County Festivals & Events - 2006
Subject to change without notice. For an up-to-date listing, try visiting The Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau January 28 - 2nd Annual Ice Fishing DerbyHeaton Lake, ElkhartEnjoy fishing with family and friends and win prizes, too!
April 21-22 - Wakarusa Maple Syrup FestivalDowntown WakarusaMaple syrup camps, hotcake breakfast, jumbo jellybeans, activities for all ages.
April 29 - June 30 - Historic Structures of Elkhart CountyElkhart County Historical Museum, BristolCelebrates National Historic Preservation Month Tours of properties, special programsFree
May 12 - 14 - Battle of BonneyvilleBonneyville Mill County Park, Bristol/MiddleburyLiving history experience includes a Civil War batthe re-enactment and costumes true to the period. Held on the grounds of Indiana's oldest continuously operating grist mill.Admission
May 27 - 29 - 26th Great Race Sports FestivalDowntown Elkhart34 sporting events in one week-end!10K & 1/2 marathon, in-line skate, dog walks and fun walks just a few of the activitiesEntry fee
June 9 - 11 - Rhapsody in GreenIsland Park, ElkhartSummer filled with sounds of music from big band to gospel. Enjoy aroma of specially prepared foods.Activities include special children's games/crafts, vintage autos.No admission
June 10 - Children's Summer Garden PartyRuthmere House Museum, ElkhartMusic, multicultural stories, ice cream sundaes -- all set in the lovely gardens and piazza of a beautiful historic home.Admission
June 17 - Pumpkinvine Bike RideGoshenRide your bike through gently rolling scenic Amish countryside. Entry fee
June 23-25 - Elkhart Jazz FestivalDowntown ElkhartJazz lovers meet jazz legends as acclaimed musicians perform in seven unique venues throughout the downtown.Ticket prices vary.
July 21-29 - Elkhart County 4-H FairGoshenOne of the nation's largest 4-H fairs.Animal exhibits, giant midway, tractor pulls, harness racing, rodeo, great food, top-name grandstand entertainment.Admission
July 29-30 - Elkhart Air ShowElkhart Municipal Airport, ElkhartHigh flying aerobatics/stunts peformed by some of the nation's most daring.Static and military displaysAdmission
August 11-12 - Middlebury Summer FestivalDowntown MiddleburyHometown summer celebration with children's games and activities, parade, garden tractor pull, musical entertainment, fun run, food.No admissionContact 1-800-517-9739
August 10 -13 - Amish Acres Arts & Crafts FestivalAmish Acres, NappaneeNationally acclaimed event featuring 380 exhibitors, continuous entertainment, farm tours, hay wagon rides, and plenty of food.Admission
August 11-12 - Great Goshen Grill OutDowntown GoshenOutdoor grilling contests, children's activities, entertainment, evening concertsNo admission
August 26 - Island of BluesIsland Park, ElkhartBest of the blues. Summer breezes, sizzling performances, and spicy food. Admission
September 8 - Goldenrod Benefit AuctionMiddleburyBeautiful handcrafted goods from quilts to furniture go on the auction block. After event, enjoy a traditional Amish Haystack Supper complete with pie.No admission.
September 8-9 - Bristol Hills Storytelling FestivalCongdon Park, BristolSome fable, some truth, all fun. Admission
September 15-17 - Nappanee Apple FestivalDowntown NappaneeHefty 6,000 pound apple pie, apple peeling and pie eating contests, apple goodies, parade, demonstrations, crafters, family entertainment.No admission
September 15-16 - Middlebury Fall FestivalDowntown MiddleburyCommunity celebration with farmers' market, seasonal crafts, antiques, homemade foods, entertainment.No admission
September 16-17 - Showcase of ArtDowntown ElkhartJuried show fine art from sculpture to photography. Special children's tent.No admission
September 23 - Michiana Mennonite Relief Sale4-H Fairgrounds, GoshenBid on quilts, antiques, and more to benefit worldwide relief programs. Plenty of homemade pies, breads, cheeses, and other goodies.No admission
November 10-12 - Renaissance FaireOld Bag Factory, GoshenMedieval festival atmosphere with craftspeople demonstrating age-old skills, jesters, wandering minstrels.No admission
December 2-3 - Edwardian Yuletide at RuthmereElkhartOpulent mansion is decorated for the holidays. Musical entertainment, candelight tours, Christmas tea and refreshments are included in the festivities.Admission
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