Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North

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 Timeless Escape in Krider World's Fair Garden

 

 

 

Krider World’s Fair Garden in Middlebury offers a charming escape into history and horticulture on 2.4 serene acres. Originally built for the 1933–34 Chicago World’s Fair, it features fountains, toadstool sculptures, a Dutch windmill, reflecting pool, and quilt garden paths—perfect for a peaceful, flower-filled stroll through time.

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  • 75 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 80 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 101 Minutes to South Shore

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