Cool North, Hot Festivals: From Sand to Songs
Posted on May 26, 2025 by Dina Miller
Summer in Indiana’s Cool North bursts with unforgettable activities for all ages. Dive into fun at sand-filled festivals like Michigan City’s Singing Sands or the Indiana Dunes sand sculpture contest. Savor local flavors at tasty celebrations like Pierogi Fest and the Festival of the Lakes. County fairs and 4-H exhibitions bring classic charm, while music takes center stage at festivals from Elkhart to Munster. It’s a season packed with sunshine, community, and creativity.
Map of Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries
- Fuzzyline Brewing, Highland
- Byway Brewing, Hammond
- Manic Meadery, Crown Point
- Off Square Brewing, Crown Point
- Journeyman, Valparaiso
- Blockhead Beerworks, Valparaiso
- Four Corners Winery, Valparaiso
- Duneland Distillery, Chesterton
- Shoreline Brewery, Michigan City
- Zorn Brew Works, Michigan City
- Burn ‘Em Brewing, Michigan City
- Shady Creek Winery, Michigan City
- L Wine Bar, Elkhart
- The Vine, Elkhart
- Gateway Cellar, Elkhart
- Fruit Hills Winery, Bristol
