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!
Candlelight Mystery at the Mansion
October 18, 2025
Step into the opulent halls of the Barker Mansion in Michigan City for the immersive Candlelight Mystery at The Mansion: The Secret Tunnel. By flickering candlelight, explore shadowy corridors and grand rooms, investigating a century-old question: Does a secret tunnel connect the mansion to the Haskell & Barker Factory? For generations, whispers of this hidden passage have lingered—but no definitive proof has ever been found… until now. Guests will follow clues, unravel riddles, and uncover the secrets hidden within the mansion’s walls.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.
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- 17 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 37 Minutes to South Shore
- 56 Minutes to Elkhart County
