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!
Safe, Sweet Fun at the 4-H Fairgrounds
October 31, 2025
The Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen will host its annual Trick or Treat at the Fairgrounds event from 1-5pm . This free, family-friendly celebration offers a safe environment for children, with a variety of treat stations hosted by local businesses and organizations. A costume contest will be held, featuring categories like “Spookiest Costume,” “Most Unique Costume,” “Cutest Costume,” and “Best Group Costume.” Participants under 18 are encouraged to dress up and join the fun. The event is open to the public, with no pre-registration required.
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- 79 Minutes to Michigan City
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- 104 Minutes to South Shore
