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.

Gateway Cellar: Where Every Pour Feels Personal

 

 

 

Gateway Cellar Winery in Elkhart offers a warm, intimate tasting experience with handcrafted in-house wines—reds, whites, sweet, and dry. Visitors enjoy complimentary samplers, cozy seating indoors or outdoors, and lively events like live music. Praised for owner hospitality and high-quality pours, it’s Elkhart’s charming wine gem

📸: Gateway Cellar Winery

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  • 68 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 76 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 95 Minutes to South Shore

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