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!
Elkhart County 2025 4-H Fair - Agriculture, Entertainment and Community
July 18-26, 2025
The 2025 Elkhart County 4-H Fair in Goshen, Indiana, is a nine-day celebration of agriculture, entertainment, and community. Visitors can enjoy 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, thrilling carnival rides, live concerts, a rodeo, and a grand parade. With a mix of tradition and fun, it’s one of Indiana’s largest county fairs.
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