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!
Little Chocolatiers Celebrate Halloween in Cedar Lake
October 18-19, 2025
Morkes Chocolates in Cedar Lake hosts a delightful Halloween Chocolate Making event for kids from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Children can enjoy crafting chocolate suckers, dipping sweet and salty treats, and completing a fun Halloween-themed art project. The event lasts approximately 45–60 minutes and is priced at $19.95 per child. No appointments are necessary; families can walk in during the event hours. This hands-on experience offers a sweet way to celebrate the spooky season!
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- 46 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 60 Minutes to Michigan City
- 100 Minutes to Elkhart County
