Cheers to the New Year, Cool North Style
Posted on December 8, 2025 by Dina Miller
Kick off the New Year in Indiana’s Cool North with festive celebrations for every style. Enjoy lively New Year’s Eve concerts and parties, or start fresh with peaceful First Day hikes and winter events. Whether you prefer music, nature, or family fun, the region offers memorable ways to welcome the year ahead.
Shipshewana on the Road: Holiday Market Extravaganza
December 13-14, 2025
Shipshewana on the Road at Porter County Expo Center in Valpo brings a weekend‑long explosion of handmade gifts, crafts, food, and unique treasures all under one roof. Hundreds of vendors — from artisans, woodworkers, and jewelers to bakers and home‑goods sellers — offer handmade décor, clothing, specialty foods, jewelry, and one‑of‑a‑kind gifts. It’s a fun holiday‑style shopping experience perfect for gift hunting, browsing, and discovering items you won’t find in typical stores.
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- 40 Minutes to South Shore
- 35 Minutes to Michigan City
- 71 Minutes to Elkhart County
