Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on April 15, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana's Cool North offers an array of must-see summer and fall events in 2025. Music and art lovers can enjoy vibrant events like art festivals, the Elkhart Jazz Festival, the Festival of the Lakes, and the Elvis Fantasy Fest. For thrill-seekers, the excitement of the Great Lakes Grand Prix and the energy of county fairs offer unforgettable experiences. Here are 16 events that highlight the region's vibrant culture and community spirit.
A Spellbinding Stroll Through the Festival of Magic
July 25-27, 2025
The Annual Festival of Magic transforms downtown Chesterton and Valparaiso into a wizarding wonderland, with Running Vines Winery and Aftermath Cidery taking center stage. Guests explore Nocturn Alley’s mystical marketplace, attend potion-making classes, and collect stamps on a “Carouser’s Map” for prizes. With themed shops, tarot readings, and magical encounters, it’s a spellbinding experience for witches, wizards, and muggles alike.
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