Experience the Best of 2025: Must-See Events in Indiana’s Cool North
Posted on June 14, 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.
Kercher’s: Homegrown Since 1922
Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard is a sixth‑generation, family‑run farm in Goshen, IN. On 300+ acres, they grow 19 apple varieties plus sweet corn, pumpkins, squash, peaches and more, with U‑pick seasons, hayrides, cornfield walks and educational tours. The year‑round market offers cider, jams, produce and local goods.
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- 75 Minutes to Michigan City
- 82 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 107 Minutes to South Shore
