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.

Cypress Log Cabin: A Dunes Treasure

 

 

Nestled atop a dune overlooking Lake Michigan, the Cypress Log Cabin—built for the 1933 Century of Progress World’s Fair—showcases sturdy cypress construction in a rustic, lodge‑style retreat. Moved to Beverly Shores in 1935 and lovingly restored, it now serves as a historic short‑term rental within Indiana Dunes National Park

For information on nearby lodging and  Trip Ideas. Request a destination guide for the South Shore.

  • 9 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 12 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 62 Minutes to Elkhart County

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