A Taste of Indiana’s Cool North at Flavorful Festivals
Posted on June 13, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana’s Cool North serves up flavor all summer long at its mouthwatering food festivals. County fairs in Elkhart, Porter and LaPorte counties deliver deep-fried favorites and local treats. Savor the smoky links at Whiting’s Kielbasa Fest or sweet apple delights in Nappanee. The Kouts Pork Fest celebrates all things pork with small-town charm. And Farmed and Forged in LaPorte County blends farm-fresh ingredients with culinary creativity. From heritage eats to chef-crafted fare, food lovers will be full and happy with these 16 festivals to explore!
Boo! A Family-Friendly Halloween at the Zoo
October 18, 2025
Celebrate Halloween at Boo at the Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City from 10am to 4pm. This family-friendly event offers a safe trick-or-treating experience along decorated zoo paths, with local businesses sponsoring booths and handing out candy to children. Enjoy festive photo opportunities, spooky animal enrichments, and vibrant seasonal decorations throughout the zoo. Advance tickets are recommended due to limited supply, and regular admission rates apply. Don’t miss this spooktacular day of fun for all ages!
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- 17 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 39 Minutes to South Shore
- 57 Minutes to Elkhart County
